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La Palapa: Contemporary villa w/ pool, backyard, basketball, staff, 2 golf carts

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Beach
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Flat-screen TV, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 10600 sq m

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Punta Cana, La Altagracia Province
  • Popular LocationPunta Cana Beach10 min walk
  • AirportPunta Cana (PUJ-Punta Cana Intl.)4 min drive
  • Popular LocationIndigenous Eyes Ecological Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCorales Golf Course9 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

La Palapa: Contemporary villa w/ pool, backyard, basketball, staff, 2 golf carts

Welcome to Villa La Palapa.

This villa includes a butler, daily housekeeping, and an on-site villa manager. When you stay at La Palapa, you'll enjoy a host of exclusive 5-star services and access to some of the Caribbean's finest amenities including Corales & La Cana oceanside golf courses, pristine beaches, restaurants & bars, tennis, equestrian center, and more. Experience an unforgettable Caribbean getaway filled with everything your heart desires!

LOCATION:

Villa La Palapa is located at the exclusive Puntacana Resort & Club in Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic. The villa is located at La Cana golf course (Hacienda).

Puntacana Resort & Club is a gated resort & residential community with 24-hour gated entrance and security. This is one of the premier resorts in the Dominican Republic and a favorite luxury destination for discerning travelers and celebrities worldwide. Puntacana Resort & Club, with its unwavering commitment to luxury, sustainability, and guest satisfaction, invites travelers to indulge in the finest that the Caribbean has to offer!

The resort is home to 2 oceanside golf courses (Corales by Tom Fazio and La Cana by P.B. Dye), luxury hotels, a Six Senses Spa, the Oscar de la Rental tennis center (tennis, paddle, and pickleball courts), an equestrian center & polo club, pristine beaches and beach clubs, nature trails and freshwater lagoons, fantastic restaurants, and more. If you want to go off property to explore the local area, the Puntacana Shopping Village and Blue Mall Puntacana are located just outside the resort.

Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) is located right next to the resort - 1 kilometer or less than 1 mile from the resort’s entrance, and Santo Domingo Airport (SDQ) is about a 3-hour drive away.

NOTE: You’ll have two golf touring carts included with the villa rental for transportation around the resort.

THE SPACE:
Villa La Palapa is a contemporary, 5-bedroom, 5 1/2 bath, 8,000 sq. ft., 2-story villa with a private backyard, lawn area, pool, and basketball half-court.

Blending European elegance with Caribbean flair, the contemporary design of this villa creates a delightful indoor-outdoor living experience. Stepping through the expansive front door, you're greeted with a warm and inviting tropical ambiance.

La Palapa is centered around a stunning garden, complete with palm trees and white stone pathways, creating a serene and Zen-like atmosphere. The villa's open design flows seamlessly from the front entrance to the spacious terrace, pool area, and garden. The terrace and garden provide an expansive area ideal for lounging, dining, relaxing, and entertaining.

Tucked neatly on one side of the villa, you’ll find an outdoor basketball half-court with one hoop. The backyard offers a great green oasis with a lawn, trees, and palm trees. If you’re traveling with children, this is a great and comfortable place for them to play.

The living room is a beautiful space with floor-to-ceiling windows, comfortable sofas, chairs, a TV, assorted books, air-conditioning, and ceiling fan. The dining room is located right next to the kitchen and features a large dining table where you can enjoy your meals with a view of the pool and backyard. If you prefer to dine outdoors, the villa also has a nice outdoor dining area on the covered terrace.

The modern kitchen with an island is fully equipped with everything you need to prepare delicious meals during your vacation. You can also hire a professional chef if you don’t want to cook during your vacation ($).

Enjoy the private pool, soak up the sun on one of the sun loungers, or relax on one of the outdoor sofas, and let the Caribbean breeze carry you away…

THE BEDROOMS:

VILLA NAME has 5 bedrooms, including a fantastic primary suite with a balcony. There are 2 bedrooms downstairs and 3 bedrooms upstairs.

Bedroom 1 (upstairs): The primary bedroom with 1 King bed, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, TV, closet, ensuite bathroom with shower and tub, and a private balcony overlooking the pool/backyard/golf course.

Bedroom 2 (upstairs) with 1 King bed, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, a desk and chair, closet, and ensuite bathroom with shower.

Bedroom 3 (upstairs) with 2 Queen beds, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, closet, and ensuite bathroom with shower.

Bedroom 4 (downstairs) with 1 Queen bed, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, closet, ensuite bathroom with shower, and a private terrace.

Bedroom 5 (downstairs) with 4 Twin beds, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, closet, desk and chairs, and ensuite bathroom with shower.

Total beds available 9 (sleeps 10)
2 King
3 Queen
4 Twin

VILLA AMENITIES:

When you stay at La Palapa, you can enjoy the following villa amenities:

Access to areas/facilities and amenities of Puntacana Resort & Club
Air-conditioning & ceiling fans
Electricity
Flat-screen TV
Two (2) golf touring carts for easy transportation inside the resort
Swimming pool
Basketball half court
Towels & linens
Wi-Fi

PUNTACANA RESORT & CLUB

There is currently no resort fee, but separate fees do apply for the use of the following facilities and amenities at the resort:

CORALES oceanside golf course (18 holes)
LA CANA oceanside golf course (27 holes)
Equestrian center
Los Tres Ojos ecological reserve and lagoons
Marina
Oscar de la Renta Tennis Center
Playa Blanca Beach Club
Playa Serena beach
Restaurants & bars
Six Senses Spa
Water sports
... and more

NOTE: Separate fees apply for use of resort facilities/amenities, food & beverages at restaurants/bars, sports activities, lessons, etc. Additional fees are not included in the villa rental.

VILLA STAFF:

Butler: The Spanish-speaking butler can serve drinks, and food, and generally helps around the house. The butler may reside on the property in a separate living area.

Housekeeper: The Spanish-speaking housekeeper will clean the villa, make the beds, and wash towels and linens (usually every 3rd day). We do not offer personal laundry service. The housekeeper may reside on the property in a separate living area.

Villa Manager: You’ll also have an English/Spanish-speaking villa manager available during your stay. This is your go-to person for any questions or if you need any services that you haven’t booked before your arrival. The villa manager will greet you when you arrive at the villa, check you in, and will be available daily throughout your entire stay.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES:

Enhance your vacation with one or more of our add-on services! Once you book the villa, our in-house concierge will be available to assist you with planning the following services ($):

Airport transfers from Santo Domingo, and Punta Cana Airports
All-inclusive meal plans for food & beverages consumed in the villa
Boat & yacht rentals
Chef service
Excursions and tours
Golf touring cart rental
Golf tee time reservations with shared transportation
Grocery shopping
Spa treatments and in-villa massages
Transportation services
…and more

NOTE: All add-on services are subject to availability and extra charges apply. Add-on services are not included in the villa rental price ($).

PLEASE NOTE: A separate rental agreement with house rules must be signed to complete the booking process. All villa guests must be registered with Puntacana Resort & Club before arrival. No outside guests are allowed.

Property manager

Anders Bogebjerg

Languages

Danish, English, German, Norwegian, Spanish, Swedish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Direct access to the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite service
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 6458 sq ft (600 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

156750

About the area

Punta Cana

Located in Punta Cana, this villa is near theme parks and near the beach. Punta Espada Golf Course and Scape Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Punta Cana Beach and Cabeza de Toro Beach. Bavaro Adventure Park and Manati Park Bavaro are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Punta Cana Beach - 10 min walk
  • La Cana Golf Course - 20 min walk
  • Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park - 6 min drive
  • BlueMall Punta Cana - 6 min drive
  • Corales Golf Course - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Punta Cana (PUJ-Punta Cana Intl.) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • Luve Champagne Bar - 7 min drive
  • Bye bye bar - 6 min drive
  • Wendy's - 7 min drive
  • Samana - 6 min drive
  • Wendy's - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does La Palapa: Contemporary villa w/ pool, backyard, basketball, staff, 2 golf carts have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is La Palapa: Contemporary villa w/ pool, backyard, basketball, staff, 2 golf carts pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Palapa: Contemporary villa w/ pool, backyard, basketball, staff, 2 golf carts?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Palapa: Contemporary villa w/ pool, backyard, basketball, staff, 2 golf carts?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is La Palapa: Contemporary villa w/ pool, backyard, basketball, staff, 2 golf carts located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of La Cana Golf Course and Punta Cana Beach. Six Senses Spa and Indigenous Eyes Ecological Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H., Penn Valley, PA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
Our extended family just returned from a week in Villa La Palapa. Overall we had a great time. Airport pickup and check in were a breeze. The property was awesome. We used the pool everyday, it was clean and perfect temperature. The basketball court was underwhelming, with palms overgrowing the area. My 12 year old didn't complain. There were some small things, like an odd smell in one of the bathrooms, that were handled immediately. Like others have said, the staff were friendly, hard working, and just nice people. We opted for the breakfast/dinner partial plan, with Carlos as our chef. This ended up being a ridiculous amount of food and was a perfect choice for us. Note that there is a separate chef rental fee in additional to the per person fe, which was not clear in initial emails. After reading back through the contract, it is in there in small print. We generally either skipped lunch or ate on the run. The boys in our group played golf at La Cana 3 times and at Punta Espada once. La Cana is definitely not worth what they charge. I got times on the GolfNow app for a third of the price. They make you take a caddy, which for the first time we played seemed reasonable. The third time we played, they tried to send 2 caddies with our group of 4 to play 9 holes (we were in carts!) This theme of squeezing money out of you seemed common in the DR. The caddy master is a total jerk, he made us feel like outsiders because we were not "owners". Punta Espada is legit.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing Short of Incredible!
Nosotros simplemente lo pasamos de maravilla a La Villa Palapa! Without a doubt, our stay exceeded every expectation. The property is beautiful, spacious and easily accessible to beaches, the airport and many things to do. The infinity pool, natural wildlife, and food were, for sure, our top highlights. Every need was looked after each day. We elected the food and drinks plan, which we would recommend. The staff were attentive to all our needs and were very responsive. Stig, Irving, Gleyds, and Francisco are top-notch—super friendly and gracious. Our group of friends travels together each year, and our first trip to the Dominican Republic and La Villa Palapa will certainly not be our last. We would highly recommend any group—families, friends—to stay at La Villa Palapa.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay!!
Our stay was everything we hoped for and more! The house is within a safe, gated community that has absolutely beautiful scenery. The house is better than the pictures and we had plenty of room for 10 adults and 1 three year old. The house is well worth the price. There are several beach options but our favorite, that was a 5 minute golf cart ride, was Playa Serena. Gladys was so sweet and nice, she spoiled us taking care of the dishes and making sure our rooms were nice and clean. The rooms were a bit cold so if you run on the cooler side bring a sweatshirt for sleeping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Experience!!!
I celebrated my 40th Birthday with my friends a couple weeks ago and had the time of my life!! From the moment we stepped on the property, we felt at home and most welcomed. I cannot say enough about the amazing Villa staff: Deborah, Gledys & Irving!! They are the MOST kind, loving, genuine, attentive, charismatic and warm people ever! The trio went above and beyond to ensure that we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and were taken care of. It was not just the big, but the smallest most thoughtful gestures that truly touched my heart - from decorating my birthday cake because I didn't have time to go buy fresh flowers to place on it, to thoughtfully making lunch for us on the final day after our flight was delayed three times. The house was lovely, perfect and a slice of heaven on earth!! But the Villa team, will FOREVER hold a special place in my heart and the hearts of my friends!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

RASHAD B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Vacation Ever
The property looks even better in person. The staff at the property were the best. They catered to all of our needs. The chef Francisco was the best. The food was was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Bachelor Party
Staff was exceptional - they looked after all of our needs and were extremely kind. Villa is exactly like the images and is in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week Stay
We really enjoyed our stay. We went with our 3 teens. The property was beautiful with many separate spaces, which is nice when traveling with older children. The staff was lovely and helpful, very considerate. I would recommend this property and hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cliff L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really beautiful relaxing retreat.
Loved everything about the property. Beautiful mix of both outside and inside spaces. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 STAR Vacation and Staff
I just got back home from villa palapa and my family and I are already missing the home and staff. If you are considering booking do not think further!!! It is even nicer in person.. photos do not do the house justice. I traveled with my 1 year old son and family and friends to celebrate my birthday and from the moment we walked in we were blown away by the home! The layout, decor and architecture were so unique. We had the pleasure of meeting the lovely staff that go above and beyond to make sure your stay is excellent. Melania, Irving, Junior, Stig and Chef El Piro make a great team. They play a huge part in what makes the experience so lovely. We will definitely return. Thank you!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
Beautiful property just as listed but even better in person. Stig was very helpful in providing information and helping us with transportation. Milania and Irving were always there and kept the property and rooms so clean. The golf carts were a huge plus !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022