Punta Cana’s Arena Gorda beach is a magnificent paradise with crystal-clear waves and silky, nearly white beaches surrounded by arching coconut palms that provide sunbathers with natural shade. Visitors are greeted with calm waves, but as you go eastward along the coast, the waves become more relaxed. The playa’s water is well-known for its beautiful purity and comfortable temperature, which create a stunning environment perfect for lounging and beach sports.
Arena Gorda is a popular coastal area that is home to many resorts and tourists. It also has a busy scene with street sellers selling a variety of items. Beyond its lively atmosphere, the beach offers great opportunities for wanders by the water. Visitors can explore the nearby tourist spots for taking unforgettable pictures among the curved coastline.
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- Distance to Punta Cana Airport 16.5 miles (35 minutes drive)
- Distance to Playa Macao (Macao Beach) 8.6 miles (20 minutes drive)
Arena Gorda Beach Resorts and Hotels
Iberostar Grand Bávaro Adults Only – All Inclusive Resort
Ocean Blue & Sand Beach Resort – All Inclusive Punta Cana
Bahia Principe Luxury Ambar Adults Only – All Inclusive Resort
Occidental Punta Cana
Bahia Principe Grand Punta Cana
Majestic Mirage Punta Cana
Arena Gorda Beach Restaurants
Restaurante olé Spanish Restaurant
Located in the Riu Republica Resort, Restaurante olé Spanish is a popular restaurant in Punta Cana especially among the Spanish cuisine lovers. However, it also serves few other international cuisines.
5 Minutes walk from Playa Arena Gorda (close to Occidental Caribe)
Kukua Beach Club & Restaurant
Kukua Beach Club & Restaurant located at the beach is 10 minutes walk from Bahia Principe Grand Punta Cana. Kukua Beach Club & Restaurant is also famous for hosting beach weddings.
House wine cost $14.50. (please note these prices are just for informational purpose and are subject to change without notice).
Seaside Restaurant
Seaside Restaurant is located inside Majestic Mirage resort offers wide verity of cuisines. The restaurant is open 7 days a week and timings are 8.00am till 10.30pm. It serves breakfast, lunch, evening snacks as well as dinner.
Fantasia Beach Restaurant
Fantasia Beach Restaurant is located at Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda. It serves International cuisines and no reservation is required.
Activities / Things To Do in Punta Cana
Scape Park
If you’re visiting Punta Cana for vacation and want to have fun, you definitely shouldn’t skip Scape Park. Although, it is 24 miles from Playa Arena Gorda and takes nearly 40 minutes by car. But its absolutely worth it if you are visiting Punta Cana.
It is a natural theme park offering a range of attractions such as zip-lining, cave expeditions, and a beautiful beach. Full-day tickets for adults are priced at $129 USD, while tickets for children aged 6 to 12 cost $69 USD.
Juanillo Beach, Punta Cana
Beautiful white sand beach located in luxurious Cap Cana Region of Punta Cana.
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Arena Gorda Beach FAQs
Q. Arena Gorda beach vs Bavaro beach?
Both Arena Gorda Beach and Bavaro Beach are white sand beaches. However, waters in Bavaro is almost still (no waves) compared to Arena Gorda with little waves. Both beaches are fun but will be wider and shorter a few locations, but have no major difference.
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