Eden Roc Cap Cana Dominican Republic
Eden Roc Cap Cana
Boulevard Cap Cana, Punta Cana, La Altagracia Province 23302
Dominican Republic
www.edenroccapcana.com
EDEN ROC CAP CANA
Description
Eden Roc Cap Cana is a five-star Relais & Châteaux resort nestled in Cap Cana, the most exclusive gated beachfront community of the Dominican Republic. The 30,000-acre community is home to pristine beaches, towering cliffs and tropical forests, a bustling marina, and the No. 1 golf course in the Caribbean, a Jack Nicklaus signature course. Blending the impeccable standards of the French and Italian Rivieras with the warmth and relaxed charms of the Caribbean, Eden Roc Cap Cana presents 60 all-suite accommodations – lavish Boutique Suites and two multi-bedroom villas, all with private pools and remarkable comforts, and 26 two-bedroom beachfront suites revealed in Spring 2017. The resort recently enhanced its beach club with Blue Flag certified private beach to add an infinity pool and Nikkei-themed BLUE Grill + Bar. Culinary experiences also include fine-dining Mediterraneo Restaurant with Executive Chef Gianluca Re Fraschini at the helm; oceanfront La Palapa, featuring international cuisine with traditional local influence; and a visiting celebrity chef series providing one of the most diverse gastronomic experiences in the Caribbean. Eden Roc Cap Cana boasts world-class spa and fitness facilities, a kids club for children ages 4-12 and intimate function space for corporate retreats and events.
Eden Roc Cap Cana launches four brand-new, 4 ocean-front pool villas, designed with intimacy, warmth and unique experiences in mind. Each of the four pool villas stands on the oceanfront overlooking Eden Roc Beach Club, the luxury hotel’s private Blue Flag certified beach, flanked by rustling coconut fronds.
Location
Eden Roc Cap Cana, located along the coastline of Punta Cana on the eastern tip of the Dominican Republic, is part of a 30,000-acre master planned luxury resort and real estate community amid pristine beaches, towering cliffs and tropical forests. The hotel is just 20 minutes from the International Punta Cana Airport, which includes a separate terminal for private jets. There is direct daily service from major cities in the U.S., Europe and Latin America; flying time from New York and Miami is four hours and two hours, respectively. The resort guest experience includes private transfers to and from the airport.
Dominican Republic:
The Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti. The country enjoys tropical climate year-round, with average annual temperatures ranging from 66° F.-93° F. Spanish is the official language, and knowledge of basic phrases is helpful, though many resorts and tourist destination employees speak English, French, German and/or Italian as well. The Dominican Peso (RD$) is the official currency.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodations
Designed for complete privacy, each of our 32 Boutique Suites and 2 Villas is an oasis of tranquillity and style with its own swimming pool and spa/ relaxation area. Blending European influence and Caribbean spirit, each suite is drenched in vibrant tropical colors such as cerise, golden yellow, azure, plum and lime green, providing a stark contrast to the soothing cream and eggshell palate of the interior spaces. The premium coral stone and hand-painted tile flooring complement these inviting colours.
Boutique Suites sizes include Luxury Pool Junior Suites (824 sqft); Luxury Pool One-Bedroom Suites (1,088 sqft); Luxury Pool Family Suites (1,215 sqft); and Two-Bedroom Family Residences (2,653 sqft) including one duplex, with private kitchen for a chef to prepare dishes upon request.
With stunning ocean view terraces and balconies, the ambience of the new 26 Beachfront Suites exudes the most exclusive experience. Interiors inspired by the beauty of the ocean, incorporate light and rustic colors by natural woods, elegant chic fabrics and hand-selected Dominican art and sculptures.
The new suites are distributed in four buildings located in the areas adjacent to the Beach Club. They feature respectively 1194 ft² / 111 m² in the One Bedroom Suite and 1786 ft² / 166 m² in the Two Bedroom Suite.
At the top-end are two duplex speciality villas.
The majestic Three Bedroom Royale Villa (4,025 sqft) is a two-level suite with three bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths with coral stone bathtubs with marble Jacuzzis and rain shower head baths, full kitchen, private free-form pool and outside Jacuzzi, spacious living room and studio, a large gazebo, and dining set for six guests.
The Four Bedroom Imperiale Villa (6,180 sqft) is the jewel of the resort, with four bedrooms, four bathrooms with coral stone bathtubs with marble Jacuzzis and rain shower head baths, open-air courtyard with gardens and cascading waterfalls, a private gymnasium and sauna, full kitchen with personal chef, and private butler on call 24 hours a day.
Each of the four pool villas stands on the oceanfront overlooking Eden Roc Beach Club, the luxury hotel’s private Blue Flag certified beach, flanked by rustling coconut fronds. Each villa also features rustic bathrooms with double vanities, oversized bathtub and separate shower and comes with its own electric golf cart, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi and private transfers to and from Punta Cana International airport.
Amenities
– Bose/iPad entertainment system, with master control
-LCD flat-screen televisions
-Walk-in closets
-In-room safe
-Bed linens and plush robes by RivoltaCarmignani
-Acqua di Parma bath products
-Separate bathtubs
-Contemporary rain shower head bath
-Deep sink vanity tops
-Indulgent bath amenities by Acqua di Parma
-Separate lavatory room with telephone
-Work desk with convenient power outlets and ports
-iPod and iPhone connections
-In-room electronic safety box
-Nespresso coffee machine
-High-quality mini-bar
-Complimentary Wi-FiInternet throughout the hotel
-24-hour room service
-Electric golf cars for access to on-property activities included in the Boutique Suites
-Twice-daily housekeeping service
-Butler service in speciality suites
Services
-In-Suite dining
-Full American breakfast daily
-Valet parking
-Concierge
-24-hour State-of-the-art business centre and services
-Roundtrip airport transfer
-Hotel transportation
-Meeting planners
-Babysitting
Eden Roc Beach Club
Eden Roc Beach Club is a fun and fashionable setting for enjoying the many pleasures of sun, sand and surf of Caletón Beach as well as dining, wellness and shopping. Located along the resort beachfront, the private club is accessible only to resort guests and club members, assuring an intimate setting to relax, connect with family and friends and enjoy.
The Club features guests and member’s desks, a tropical garden, a new Beach Bar with an internationally inspired cocktail menu and appetizers, an infinity swimming pool &kids pool, a barbecue area, parking for golf carts, and multiple areas for social events and weddings. Solaya Fitness & Wellness Spa includes a gym, a spa and holistic centre. Members and guests also enjoy exclusive access to Caletón Beach, a Blue Flag Certified beach, with service of beach butlers and concierge.
Dining/Drinking
Eden Roc Cap Cana invites guests to enjoy inspired dining experiences fashioned by Executive Chef Gianluca Re Frashini.
Mediterraneo Restaurant is the most elegant at the resort, serving Mediterranean cuisine unlike any other available in Punta Cana, a journey of flavors and ingredients from various cultures blended with local elements and specialities from artisanal suppliers in Europe. Mediterraneo is open daily for breakfast, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., and for dinner, Mondays to Saturdays, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Dress code: Resort Elegant.
At the Eden Roc Beach Club, La Palapa by Eden Roc highlights seafood and delicately flavorful courses prepared to perfection and served in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Open every day for lunch and dinner, from 12:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Dress code: Casual (lunch), Smart-Casual (dinner).
Eden Roc’s newest restaurant, Blue Grill + Bar at the Eden Roc Beach Club, is poised to become one of the Dominican Republic’s premier dining destinations for travellers and locals alike. True to Eden Roc’s commitment to culinary excellence and memorable celebrations, the restaurant features innovative culinary offerings, a show-stopping bar and wine showcase, a cigar cellar and a poolside rotisserie.
Inspired by the ocean and its bounty, Blue Grill + Bar features Nikkei and Robatayaki cuisine. Blue offers diners a unique vantage point on the preparations of Peruvian Chef Koyi Murrieta in his special show open-kitchen while turning the sea’s freshest catch into exquisite and flavorful fusion dishes and grilled delicacies. Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. Dress code: Casual (lunch), Smart-casual (dinner).
La Cava, the resort wine cellar, offers an exclusive area for intimate dinners and exquisite pairings from the resort’s collection of thousands of bottles of the finest French and Italian vintages. Beneath a charming domed roof built with bricks, the setting has the feel of a cosy cellar in a historic hacienda updated for a contemporary wine connoisseur. La Cava can accommodate up to 10 guests for dining and 12 guests for wine tastings, with special menus fashioned by the culinary team.
For vintage charm at cocktail hour and beyond, head to Riva Bar. Inspired by the Riva Aquarama pleasure boat, a symbol of the glamour of Monte Carlo and other Mediterranean destinations during the 1960s. The bar serves cocktails and signature drinks overlooking the resort’s main pool and gardens, open daily from 5:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m. Dress code: Resort Elegant.
Opening and closing restaurant schedule may vary according to the season.
In-room dining is offered 24 hours daily.
Solaya Spa
Brand new Solaya Spa & Wellness Centre boasts 30,000 square foot of indulgent space dedicated to wellness and fitness partnered with a luxury brand, Natura Bissé, to deliver its vast array of treatments. Solaya Spa & Wellness Centre’s expansive space will include 12 treatment rooms with indoor and outdoor cabins, a dedicated 1,200sqft anti-gravity yoga area with 12 individual aero yoga structures, an indoor and outdoor Aqua Garden with freshwater pool, a 3,000sqft state-of-the-art gym with an in-house personal fitness trainer and a new wellness bar with its own range of tropical fruit juices and smoothies. These facilities will sit alongside the spa’s Swedish sauna, Hammam, rainfall showers and exterior Jacuzzi for the ultimate relaxation experience, and guests will be able to enjoy treatments from the comfort of their suites or in a private beach-side cabana overlooking the lapping waves.
Solaya Spa Fitness & Wellness is a haven of calm inviting guests to experience rejuvenating therapies inspired by native healing philosophies and contemporary technologies combined to nurture the body, soothe the mind and energize the spirit. With the rejuvenating aura of a Dominican paradise, the spa offers a range of world-class opportunities to find beauty, balance and complete well-being.
The elegantly designed spa features six luxury cabanas for treatments, Swedish sauna, Hammam, rainfall showers, exterior Jacuzzi and free-form swimming pool and a tastefully appointed beauty salon. There are separate spa areas and elegant lockers for ladies and gentlemen. An Experience Concierge is available to coordinate services in keeping with guest desires. Clients may also enjoy the Spa Corner shop with thoughtfully selected products, and our two state-of-the-art gyms featuring bodybuilding and cardio-training machines from Technogym and Kinesis. The holistic programs offered by Solaya Beach Club Spa include Yoga, Aero yoga, Pilates, nutrition and consulting.
Solaya Spa is open daily from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Solaya Spa Eden Roc Beach Club: 09:00am – 10:00pm
Pool & Beach
The main swimming pool at Eden Roc Cap Cana is a sight to behold, measuring 4,090 sq.ft. with lush surrounds.
Eden Roc Beach Club offers exclusive access to Caletón Beach, an infinity swimming pool generously sized at 5,382 sqft, plus a kids’ pool. Each of the 34 suites at Eden Roc at Cap Cana is an oasis of tranquillity and style with their own private pool and spa area.
Koko Kid’s Club
The Koko Kid’s Club features all sorts of activities and services for children aged 4-12 years. Located on an artificial lagoon, the centre resembles a massive tree house equipped with a mini spa for manicures, pedicures and hairstyling, as well as a video gaming area, mini kitchen, mini-buffet area, bathrooms, and a central area for play and storytelling. Activities vary seasonally but include scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, dance contests, etc.
Koko Kid’s Club is open every day, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.
Meeting/Event Facilities
Eden Roc Cap Cana offers a total of 753 sq.ft.space. An expert staff of event planners and caterers offers precise attention to detail, topnotch customer service, and any equipment necessary including video conferencing, LCD projector with screen, TVs and DVD, VCD and CD players.
The resort is further ideal for weddings and social engagements, with popular locations including the Beachfront Gazebo and Eden Roc Beach Club.
Shopping
At Eden Roc Beach Club, shoppers and fashionistas can find the stylish designs, purses and jewellery with the perfect blend of Caribbean chic and resort elegant, Turkish textiles and beachwear at Istancool shop and Italian-made jelly and resort-inspired accessories by Carmen Sol. Located at just 10 minutes from Eden Roc, Blue Mall Punta Cana boasts high-end shopping options.
The resort is further ideal for weddings and social engagements, with popular locations including the Beachfront Gazebo and Eden Roc Beach Club.
Art
The artwork is integral to the Eden Roc at Cap Cana experience, displaying the deep appreciation of resort owners for contemporary artwork and the talent behind it. Works by prominent artists including Cameron Gray, Damien Hirst, Romero Britto, and Edgar Negrete on display throughout the hotel.
Leisure Activities
Golf – Eden Roc Cap Cana is a privileged destination surrounded by three Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses. Emerald-green fairways hug the coastline as course designs blend into the natural setting. The 18-hole championship Punta Espada is a Nicklaus masterpiece with an intricate layout among a breathtaking backdrop of cliffs, beaches and waterfalls. The course was rated the best course in the Caribbean and Mexico in 2011 by Golfweek and hosted the Cap Cana Championship, a PGA Champions Tour official event, three years in a row.
Scape Park – Natural theme park with numerous attractions ranging from adventurous activities to cultural and highly entertaining experiences, guaranteeing an unforgettable visit. The park’s highlights include a visit to Hoyo Azul, a 100-foot cenote, and the Zip-Line Eco Tour Experience.
Los Establos Cap Cana is a state-of-the-art equestrian centre, the largest in the Caribbean, and includes an indoor arena for Paso Fino competitions, two world-class polo fields, multiple warming tracks, and two jumping tracks, all in compliance with the highest international standards.
Tennis -Located in the exclusive Golden Bear Lodge in Cap Cana, four Har-Tru (green clay) tennis courts are waiting for tennis enthusiasts. Tennis classes and clinics available.
Full-service and state-of-the-art Marina at Cap Cana accommodating yachts and various activities. Its coastlines are considered among the best spots in the world for fishing, off-shore fishing, yachting or simply walking by the sea.
Water activities off-property
– Private boat trips and catamaran sailing cruises
– Scuba-diving and coral-reef snorkelling expeditions
– Surfing, Kiteboarding and Kitesurfing classes
– Water Sports: waterski, Hobie Cat, Windsurfing, Kayaks
Out of the ordinary
Altos de Chavón is 16th century-style village located in the heart of the Dominican countryside with breathtaking views of the Chavón River and the Caribbean Sea. Meticulously designed by both Dominican and Italian architect-designers, every detail of the village was handcrafted by local artisans, made for visitors’ greater enjoyment.
Dominican Republic nation’s capital, Santo Domingo is also the first European-style city built in the New World. Its cobblestoned historic area named Zona Colonial, also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its first Cathedral Santa María La Menor from the 16th-century offer to history buffs a memorable experience. Gourmet amateurs, as well, appreciate native rum, Dominican chocolate and coffee discovery.
Flying over the Dominican Republic and discover its outstanding variety of landscapes, off the beaten tracks, from ecological Cabeza de Toro and its turquoise waters to lush tropical rainforests in the north (private Jet and helicopters tours):
– Pristine beaches and glamping at Bahia de las Aguilas
– Excursions to Cayo Levantado and Saona Islands
– Encounter Humpback Whales in Samana Bay, from January to April
– Discover cascades Salto La Jalda/ El Salto del Limon on a horseback ride
Rent a private yacht and plunge into the Caribbean: turquoise waters & amazing sunsets
Management
Executive Director – Stefano Baratelli
Eden Roc Cap Cana announced the appointment of Stefano Baratelli as Executive Director in November 2015. Born in Italy, educated in Switzerland, and with management experience at addresses across the Caribbean, Baratelli is responsible for all daily operations of the Relais & Chateaux resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. He will also oversee the coordination of the ongoing multi-million-dollar renovation, the first phase of which is anticipated for completion by the start of December 2015.
Baratelli arrived at Eden Roc Cap Cana from another Punta Cana destination, Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro, an all-inclusive luxury resort where he was General Manager for the past three years. The resort drew high rankings on internal guest satisfaction and online satisfaction surveys throughout Baratelli’s tenure.
Born and raised in Acqui Terme, Italy, Baratelli earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Management with a focus on finance and real estate from Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne in Switzerland. He is fluent in English, Spanish and his native tongue, as well as competent in French.
Operator
Solaya Hotels & Resorts
Membership
Relais &Châteaux
Awards
– Four Stars in the Forbes Travel Guide 2018
– Four Stars in the Forbes Travel Guide 2017
– Best Hotel in Punta Cana & 7th Best Hotel in the Caribbean – US News & World Report 2017
– Traveler’s Choice® Awards 2017 by TripAdvisor
– Traveler’s Choice® Awards 2016 by TripAdvisor
– Best Hotel in Punta Cana & in the Caribbean – US News & World Report 2015
– Winner Andrew Harper’s Grand Awards 2015
– Traveler’sChoice® Awards 2014 by TripAdvisor
– Fodor’s 100 Hotel Awards 2014
– AAA four-diamond award
– Travel + Leisure IT LIST of the Best New Hotels 2014
– CondéNastTraveler “Hot List” 2013
Opened
December 2012