Juanillo Beach, also known as Playa Juanillo in Spanish, is one of the most immaculate beaches in Punta Cana. It features long stretches of clean, soft white sand and tall palm trees, along with mesmerizing turquoise-blue water, making it look like a scene of a movie.
Juanillo Beach located in the Cap Cana Luxury Destination (a neighborhood) inside Punta Cana, is known for its luxurious all-inclusive resorts. Although, visiting the Juanillo beach won’t cost you anything but to enter Cap Cana area, which is a gated luxury community will cost you between USD $25 to $30 per-person. However, you will be given food and drinks coupons in exchange. This fee is not applicable for the tourists who have bookings and reservations for resorts or hotels within Cap Cana.
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Juanillo Beach Map, Transportation
The travel distances between Juanillo Beach and the Punta Cana International Airport is around 8 miles and it takes about 20 minutes via car. Although, travelers can get a taxi on the exit gate of the airport, however, prices for booking a taxi service at airport will cost a bit more and the only other option you have is an *uber, since lyft and other mobility companies don’t operate in Dominican Republic.
We recommend tourists to plan their travel from Airport to your hotel or resort in Punta Cana before hand, to avoid extravagant costs.
Things to keep in mind
- Uber is not allowed to enter the Cap Cana region.
- There is no public mode of transportation to travel within Cap Cana.
- We Recommend: Getting a rental car will save you from the hassle and is cost effective than getting registered taxis, only if you are planning to explore other beaches and sites.
Juanillo Beach Resorts and Hotels
Being among the most luxurious destinations in Punta Cana, the Cap Cana does not disappoints and offers over 12 hotels and resorts to choose from. It has all options, from all-inclusive resorts to hotels and even villas for renting.
Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana, All Inclusive Family Resort
Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana, All Inclusive Adult Resort
Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa
Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana Hammock
Sports Illustrated Resorts Marina & Villas Cap Cana
Azul Beach Resort Cap Cana All Inclusive
Restaurant’s and Dining Options
If you are staying at one of the all-inclusive resorts, you might not even need to to step-outside of your resort other than for taking long walks at the beautiful white sand Juanillo Beach, as majority of the all-inclusive hotels will offer you with plenty of cuisine options to choose from.
However, if you have travelled to Cap Cana just to visit Juanillo Beach or to enjoy other actives like Scape Park you can consider visiting some of the following restaurants.
Sanctuary Town Restaurant
Sanctuary Town could be one good options, as it is just 5 to 8 minutes walk away from Juanillo Beach, depending up-on your location. It has outdoor sitting and is popular for cocktails but keep in mind it accepts on cash and remains opens only from 6pm to 11pm
[Margarita cost – USD $10 or 585 Dominican Peso]
Api Beach House Restaurant
Another highly rated restaurants in Cap Cana is Api Beach House. About 25 minutes drive from Juanillo Beach this restaurant is famous for its launch and cocktails. Another plus for this restaurant is that it offers a larger menu to choose from and the remains open between 11AM and 7PM.
[Margarita cost – USD $6.83 or 400 Dominican Pesos].
La Yola Restaurant
La Yola Restaurant could be another good option with 4.5 ratings on Google by over 400 customers. However, if you are living near Juanillo Beach, it will take you about good 28 minutes drive as it is located just outside Cap Cana borders and is on expensive side.
But for people coming in from outside Cap Cana, the good this is you need not to pay the Cap Cana entry fee for visiting this restaurant.
Opens between 6:30PM –10:30 PM
Things To Do Near By – Juanillo Beach Activities
Scape Park
If you’re visiting Punta Cana for vacation or relaxation, you definitely shouldn’t skip Scape Park. The best part is that it’s only a 20-minute drive from Juanillo Beach.
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.
Arena Gorda Beach, Punta Cana
A beautiful white sand beach located at 40 minutes drive from Punta Cana Airport.
Juanillo Beach Users Reviews
Juanillo Beach, Punta Cana FAQs
Q. Is Juanillo Beach Safe?
Yes, Juanillo Beach is among safe beaches in Dominican Republic. It is located within Cap Cana, a secure neighborhood within Punta Cana. The beach is surrounded by resorts on both ends, further enhancing its safety. Additionally, when entering Cap Cana, visitors are required to present their passport / ID, adding an extra layer of security.
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