VIK hotel Arena Blanca

On Playa Bávaro in Punta Cana’s Bávaro district, this beachfront all-inclusive resort sits amid lush tropical gardens and fine sand. It’s about 40 minutes from Punta Cana International Airport and a short drive to golf courses like Cana Bay, Cocotal, White Sands and Iberostar, with Bavaro and Los Corales beaches close by.

The property offers 457 air-conditioned rooms (roughly 404 doubles and 43 suites) with private balconies, minibars, refrigerators, cable TV and en-suite baths with shower/tub combos. Family-friendly touches include a kids' club, playground and babysitting (surcharge). Check-in is 3:00 p.m.; check-out is 12:00 p.m.

Soak in a massive 20,000+ sq ft pool, dip in outdoor pools or unwind in the jacuzzi. There’s a full spa with massages and body treatments, a tennis court, gym, casino, diving club and daily entertainment. Bars and a poolside bar keep the vibe going; shops, a hair salon and on-site activities like canoeing and darts add variety. Expect wake-up sea-breeze mornings and easy beach access.

Conference and meeting facilities are available, plus a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, concierge and luggage storage. Wireless internet/Wi‑Fi is available on property; high-speed connections may be offered for business needs.

This is an all-inclusive resort: meals, snacks and mealtime drinks (local brands) are included. On-site dining includes two restaurants — including El Mirador serving international cuisine — plus five bars and a poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 5:30–11:00. Some specialty dinners, certain dishes or premium beverages may carry extra charges; drinks are generally served until late evening (approx. 22:00–24:00).