Majestic Elegance Punta Cana

Built in 2008, the sprawling Majestic Elegance Punta Cana has beautiful grounds set overlooking a small but gorgeous beach. It is the oldest of the three Majestic properties in the complex, but common areas are kept in good shape, and the colonial-style architecture lends the resort lots of local charm. High thatched roofs with exposed wooden beams, huge arches, and a salmon-and-white color scheme make spaces airy and appealing despite the older elements (think: terrazzo and marble-like touches, rather plain seating in the lobby…). Grounds are peppered with verdant lawns and swaying palm trees, and small plazas with patio seating offer lots of space to relax or catch some live music.
Just like its neighboring sister properties Majestic Mirage Punta Cana and Majestic Colonial Punta Cana, the resort features family-friendly and adults-only sections. The vibe is relaxed and fun, with an active entertainment team that organizes dance and fitness classes, sports competitions, and games. A busy beach and two massive, lazy-river-style pools anchor the resort’s social scene. By afternoon, about a dozen bars keep the adult-friendly action (and frequent foam parties) humming, but the atmosphere rarely gets too out-of-hand.
There are plenty of similarities between the Majestic Elegance and Majestic Colonial next door. They share the same beach and some facilities, and prices are comparable. However, there are some things worth highlighting in a Majestic Colonial Punta Cana vs Majestic Elegance comparison. In general terms, Majestic Colonial’s rooms are a tad more upscale after the 2017 renovations, and unlike the Majestic Elegance, it offers Family units with ocean views and adults-only suites right on the beach. Additionally, the spa at Colonial features a lovely indoor pool, while the Elegance shares its wellness center with the more luxe Majestic Mirage Punta Cana next door. The all-inclusive package is very similar in both properties, but the Colonial’s includes premium drinks in some bars.
Following an incident in January 2019, in which an American tourist was attacked on the grounds of the Majestic Elegance, safety has been stepped up in the resort. Guests who have stayed in the hotel since have described seeing security guards and cameras in every hallway and throughout the grounds -- even on the beach -- and the vast majority have reported feeling safe at all times. Reception staff will also call trusted cab services for those guests wanting to explore area attractions on their own.
For those wondering about Majestic Elegance Punta Cana hurricane damage, the property did not suffer any damage.

Situated just north of Punta Cana in Bavaro Beach, the Majestic Elegance Punta Cana is part of a three-resort compound of Majestic-branded properties. The area bustles day and night with tourist buses and shuttles ushering guests from one off-site activity to the next. But there’s little within walking distance and guests will need to hail a cab to access shopping, casinos, and golf courses in the area. How far is Punta Cana Airport from Majestic Elegance? The airport is a 30-minute drive south along a modern, multilane freeway.

The resort features 598 rooms divided into two main categories: The Family Section and the adults-only Elegance Club. All units are either junior suites or one-bedroom suites and offer outdoor space overlooking the gardens (or the ocean in a handful of high-tier Elegance Club Suites). Decor is vaguely sophisticated with furniture and decorative accents that are starting to show their age. Though four-poster beds are elegant and romantic, the brown tile flooring, floral wallpaper, and distressed Roman columns already feel slightly dated. Bold pops of purple and crimson add subtle contemporary touches.
Entry-level Junior Suites are spacious at 532 square feet (50 square meters), while One-Bedroom Suites upgrade to 1,064-square-foot (100-square-meter) layouts. Amenities are good across the board and include free minibars (water, beer, and soft drinks are restocked daily free of charge), flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, free Wi-Fi, safes, and air-conditioning. Elegance Club units add perks such as butler service, pillow menus, premium liquor in rooms, and Nespresso machines (except in entry-level Junior Suites).
Bathrooms are generously sized with dual vanities, walk-in showers, and separate toilet cabins. All units have big hot tubs in the bedrooms, except Colonial Junior Suites in the Family Section and Swim-Up Suites and Ocean View Suites in the Elegance Club, which have them on the terraces. Robes and slippers are provided in all room types.
A number of rooms -- including Majestic Junior Suites in the Family Section and a few Junior Suites in the Elegance Club -- offer swim-up access.

Majestic Elegance Punta Cana offers a wide array of dining options, including buffet and a la carte eateries. Food is well-reviewed across the board. Flavours and See and Sea, the two main buffets, serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while a la carte dinner service is available at three specialty restaurants, including an Argentinian steakhouse, Italian, and a well-reviewed Asian eatery with eight teppanyaki tables. Reservations are only required for Limited Gourmand -- which is for guests 12 and up -- and the teppanyaki tables. Additionally, Elegance Club guests can order a la carte breakfast and lunch at the Italian restaurant free of charge.
Nearly a dozen bars with premium liquor dot the property, so guests are rarely far from a cocktail. Live entertainment is provided day and night in the lobby piano bar, as well as at rotating locations throughout the resort compound. Nightly shows can include a Michael Jackson impersonator and Dominican dancing.

The Majestic Elegance Punta Cana resort offers a comprehensive all-inclusive package that covers not only all meals and drinks but also minibars items, 24-hour snacks and drinks, free access to the nightclub and the casino, and Wi-Fi. On-site parking and use of pool towels are also free of charge for all guests.
The all-inclusive, adults-only Elegance Club section also comes with a number of great perks, including exclusive pools, bars, restaurants, and beach areas, plus butler service, in-room premium liquor, and a la carte breakfast and lunch.
Green fees at the neighboring Punta Blanca Golf Course are waived once every five days for Family Section guests or twice every five days for those staying in the Elegance Club area. Snacks, transportation to and from the course, and use of balls are all included in the golf package. Use of golf carts costs extra and is mandatory.
Free room service is available 24/7 for Elegance Club members, but hours are more limited for all other guests.

Like most of Punta Cana’s larger resorts, the Majestic Elegance has all the expected amenities for an all-inclusive, family-friendly beach vacation. The hotel’s stretch of sand is wide, pristine, and beautiful. However, it overcrowds quickly, especially with the overflow of guests from other Majestic resorts. The sand is soft with nary a rock to be found, but the water is frequently choppy and less than ideal for casual swimmers and snorkelers. Most non-motorized water sports are included, while additional activities are available from the PADI-certified dive shop for a fee. There is a separate section on the beach for Elegance Club guests.
Two long lazy-river-style pools stretch almost the entire length of the property from the lobby to the beach. The Club Pool on the Elegance Club wing is available exclusively to adults. Ample lounge chairs, umbrellas, and sunbeds line both pools, and drink and snack service is available throughout the day.
A dedicated entertainment team organizes games and activities around the pools and at the beach, including a super popular foam party. The hotel’s bikini contest used to draw hundreds of guests and onlookers, but it is no longer held every year. For children, the hotel offers plenty of indoor and outdoor activities, including a kids’ club, a splash area shared with neighboring Majestic Colonial Punta Cana, and a teens’ club with pool, foosball, and ping-pong tables, darts, and other games. Those looking to explore the island’s attractions can book excursions through the front desk, for a fee.
The resort’s spa is shared with the Majestic Mirage sister property. An extensive menu of traditional and specialty massage and beauty treatments is available for an additional cost, as are salon services and a hydrotherapy area. There's a modern fitness center with a spinning and Pilates studio, and four tennis courts are available free of charge.
The Majestic Elegance shares some of its facilities with its sister neighboring properties, including the casino, nightclub, conference center, sports bar, kids’ club, and shops. All guests get free access to all of them, regardless of where they stay.

Majestic Elegance Punta Cana weddings are popular, and there are plenty of options for couples looking to tie the knot in Punta Cana. There’s extensive event space available on-site, including several lounges, gazebos in the gardens, romantic spots on the beach, and even a Catholic chapel. Receptions can be held in a number of venues, depending on the number of guests attending the ceremony, ranging from a large ballroom to an intimate section in one of the bars or the beach.
Couples planning their wedding can choose from a number of packages, which include everything from tuxedo and dress pressing to simultaneous translation, wedding planner and photo services, and discounted rates at the spa. Couples who book 15 or more rooms for a minimum of 15 nights get a free wedding package.