Hôtel Sunscape Coco Punta CanaAll Inclusive in Punta Cana

Claire Vasseur

JustRelax travel writer · 5 min read

Some resorts make an impression the moment you arrive, and Sunscape Coco Punta Cana is firmly in that category. Set on Bávaro beach in Cabeza de Toro, the property stretches between gleaming white sand, gently swaying coconut palms and the turquoise waters bordering the Laguna Bávaro nature reserve. The Unlimited-Fun® formula lives up to its name: restaurants open around the clock, bars accessible at all hours, daily activities for every age group and not a single wristband in sight. Located less than 6 kilometres from Punta Cana International Airport, guests are in the water within minutes of landing.

Arrival

After check-in, guests discover a resort laid out in low-rise room clusters surrounded by dense tropical greenery. The property offers 1,091 rooms spread across several categories, all non-smoking, all featuring a furnished private balcony or terrace. Entry-level Deluxe Tropical View rooms measure 40 m² and look out over the garden, with a choice of two double beds or a king, a shower and a mini-bar stocked at the start of the stay. Stepping up, Superior Deluxe rooms reach 45 m² and come in garden view, pool view or ocean view configurations. The Superior Deluxe Ocean View, limited to 38 rooms with a maximum capacity of two adults and one child, is the natural pick for couples seeking a more intimate setting. All rooms share the same comfort standard: flat-screen cable TV, air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, iron and ironing board, coffee maker and alarm clock. Daily housekeeping is included. The mini-bar, stocked once per stay with non-alcoholic drinks, water and beer, is a welcome touch after a long afternoon on the beach.

Dining, all included

Thirteen restaurants shape the culinary life of Sunscape Coco, and the variety is genuine. Da Mario covers Italian cuisine in the evenings, Chopsticks handles Asian flavours, Tierra brings Amazonian-inspired dishes to the table, and Tiki Tako serves Mexican food plus breakfast from 7am. Blue Water Grill offers international cuisine on the beach in the evenings, while The Pizza Shop covers pizzas and burgers during the day and again as a late-night snack option from 11pm to 6am. The colourful Snack Machine food truck on the beach runs from noon to 5pm, and Sunny Side Grill covers both lunch and dinner by the water. The two buffets, Windows and Kaleidoscope, operate across all three meal services with generous opening hours. Coco Café stays open from 6am to 11pm for teas, pastries and snacks. La Cala, a steak and lobster restaurant set on the beach, requires a reservation and smart casual dress; surcharges may apply for lobster and premium cuts. Un-Wined Cellar offers private dinners on request, also at an additional cost. We recommend verifying all-inclusive inclusions directly on the Sunscape website, as they may vary depending on the travel period and room type booked.

Days by the water

Bávaro beach stretches in a wide arc, the sand is fine and pale, the water shallow and the characteristic blue-green of the Caribbean. Pool and beach waiter service is provided, meaning drinks and snacks can be ordered without leaving the sun lounger. Pool bars including Sharky's, with its ocean view, and Sip & Dip, both open from 10am to 6pm, give structure to long days under the sun. The Unlimited-Fun® formula includes daily land and water activities. For families, the Explorer's Club welcomes children aged 3 to 12 under supervision, while the Core Zone Teens' Club caters to teenagers between 13 and 17. Both clubs allow parents to take a proper break, knowing their children are in a dedicated, supervised programme. An adults-only lounge and bar provide a quieter retreat away from the family-oriented areas of the resort.

Evening vibes

As the sun drops over the Atlantic, the resort shifts tempo. Starstruck serves drinks from 6pm to 11pm in a relaxed setting. Sea Breeze, on the main plaza with an outdoor terrace, takes over from 10pm until 1am for those who want to keep the evening going. Live music, local performances and entertainment programmes animate the nights without overwhelming the atmosphere, striking the right balance for a resort that welcomes guests of all ages.

Who is it for?

Sunscape Coco Punta Cana is built for families with young children or teenagers, thanks to its two distinct youth clubs and the breadth of included daily activities. Couples are equally well served, with the adults-only space, more intimate ocean-view rooms and evening à la carte dining options. The absence of wristbands, the proximity to Punta Cana airport and the no-reservation policy in most restaurants make for an unusually smooth and stress-free experience from day one. Seniors will appreciate the shaded terraces, beach service and the flexibility of the dining offer, which allows for light bites or full meals at almost any hour of the day.