El Hoyo Travel Guide
Punta Cana
Popular places to visit

Punta Cana Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Punta Cana Beach, a popular beach in Punta Cana. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.

Bavaro Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Bavaro Beach, a popular beach in Punta Cana. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this romantic area.

Macao Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Macao Beach, a popular beach in Punta Cana. Experience the area's entertainment choices and live music.

Los Corales Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Los Corales Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Punta Cana. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Arena Gorda Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Arena Gorda Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Punta Cana. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Cabeza de Toro Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Cabeza de Toro Beach during your travels in Punta Cana? Discover the lively bars and great live music in this romantic area.
Top hotels in El Hoyo

Hotel Riu Republica - Adults only - All Inclusive
Loved the beach
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Serenade Punta Cana Beach & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Serenade is a beautiful property with a great atmosphere, but there are a few areas that need improvement. The shower windows and some fixtures (sink handles, lamp buttons, hot tub) showed rust and needed better upkeep. I booked a hot tub room, but the water didn’t get hot, the jets didn’t work, ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Lopesan Costa Bávaro Resort Spa & Casino - All Inclusive
No snacks in our room like the others had so bring them if your in the Adult only section
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Ocean Blue & Sand Beach Resort - All Inclusive
Yes very much so
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Excellence Punta Cana - Adults Only All Inclusive
All restaurants need improvements, the food quality, presentation, ambience, and service. The menus are not exciting. They don’t serve salads or healthy sides and the protein is low quality. The duck was over salted, the fish was over cooked and dry, the appetizers are very small. Overall, not satisfying ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Grand Bavaro Princess - All Inclusive
Beautiful property.. friendly staff… food is good…. Only complaint is that we could have used extra blankets /blankets and towels were a little scratchy on sun burnt skin
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Hoyo

Bávaro
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Bávaro. Make a stop by Bavaro Beach or Cocotal Golf and Country Club while you're exploring the area.

El Cortecito
El Cortecito is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Cocotal Golf and Country Club and Los Corales Beach while you're in town.

Playa Bibijagua
Playa Bibijagua is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Bavaro Beach and Los Corales Beach.

Pueblo Bavaro
Visitors to Pueblo Bavaro enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Bávaro City Center is worth a stop.

Verón
While Verón isn't home to many top sights, Downtown Punta Cana and Cocotal Golf and Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

El Macao
Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about El Macao. A stop by Macao Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
