When you stay at Catalonia Bayahibe – All Inclusive in San Rafael del Yuma, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Dominicus Beach and Bayahibe Beach. .This all-inclusive property is 15.5 mi (25 km) from Casa de Campo Marina and 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from La Romana Port.
What's nearby
Monumento Natural Punta Bayahibe - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Dominicus Beach - 6 min drive - 1.7 km
Bayahibe Beach - 10 min drive - 4.7 km
Cueva de Chicho - 12 min drive - 6.3 km
Casa de Campo Marina - 25 min drive - 25.1 km
Getting around
Punta Cana Intl. Airport (PUJ) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
Dreams Dominicus Bordeaux Restaurant - 14 min walk
Dream Dominicus Portofino Restaurant - 16 min walk
La Terraza - 3 min drive
mylos restaurant - 20 min walk
Flying Fish - 10 min walk
About this property
Catalonia Bayahibe – All Inclusive
Property with private beach, full-service spa
Catalonia Bayahibe – All Inclusive offers 415 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.
A private beach and an outdoor tennis court are featured at the property. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.
Stay in one of 415 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court. Additional amenities at this property include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
This property is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.
Enjoy international cuisine at EL TAINO, one of the property's 6 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 5 bars/lounges.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
EL TAINO - This buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
PIZZERIA SORRENTO - This restaurant specializes in pizza and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
LA TOSCANA - This theme restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
RODEO STEAK HOUSE - This steakhouse specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
YUCA - This theme restaurant specializes in Caribbean cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Room service is available.
All-inclusive details
This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes
Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.
Food and beverages
All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Dining availability limited at one or more venues
Activities and facilities/equipment
All non-motorized water sports are included.
Water activities
Kayaking
Land activities
Fitness facilities
Volleyball
Lessons/classes/games
Dancing
Language
Water fitness
Entertainment
Onsite entertainment and activities
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
Free self-parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
6 restaurants
5 bars/lounges, 1 beach bar and 1 poolside bar
Room service available
Restaurants on site
EL TAINO
PIZZERIA SORRENTO
LA TOSCANA
RODEO STEAK HOUSE
YUCA
Things to do
Fitness classes
Arcade/games room
Basketball
Children's pool
Fitness centre
Full-service spa
Kayaking
Outdoor pool
Outdoor tennis court
Playground
Shopping
Tennis
Volleyball
Family friendly
Arcade/games room
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's club
Children's pool
Free supervised childcare
Corner/local shop
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
ATM/banking services
Front-desk safe
Gift shop/newsstand
Corner/local shop
Library
Water dispenser
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry-cleaning service
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour/ticket assistance
Wedding services
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Garden
Picnic area
Pool sunloungers
Pool umbrellas
Private beachfront location
Terrace
Spa
Body treatments
Facials
Manicures and pedicures
Massage - on the beach
Spa open daily
Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have any lifts
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Beach towels
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
TV channels
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
More
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Energy-saving switches
Phone
Safe
Water-efficient toilets only
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Payment types
Important information
You need to know
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and window guards
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
Property is also known as
Catalonia Romana
Catalonia Romana All Inclusive San Rafael Del Yuma
Catalonia Romana Inclusive Ra
Catalonia La Romana All Inclusive
Catalonia Bayahibe – All Inclusive San Rafael del Yuma
Catalonia Bayahibe – All Inclusive All-inclusive property
Catalonia Bayahibe – All Inclusive Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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10 - Excellent
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Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1000 reviews" "
6 - Okay
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
The staff and Hospitality at this resort Was very comforting. Everyone was very respectful and made it feel like home. Excellent beach location quick access to the shore. The only downside I would say to this resort in particular would be the selection of food. I think it could’ve been a little bit better. It wasn’t bad. It just needed a little bit more diversity and more of the Dominican culture.
Very nice facilities, work being done on the walkways made it inconvenient to walk through.
Alba
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Rui
4 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rui
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
2/10 Terrible
João Carlos
28 May 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
O
João Carlos
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
4/10 Poor
David
22 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I had to get a room for a night, room was like from 1960. need total renovation. broken tiles in bathroom, running toilet, AC was barely working. and it was not cheap room.
Overall property is nice. Beautiful gardens, pool, nice food. Big plase of this hotel its how close it is to Saona island. If you are a beach person you gonna be disappointed, although beach doesn't have seewead, has clear water its small and very crowded. I traveled all over caribbean and that was the most crowded beach I've seen, way too many people, doesn't have island feel.
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
16 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Resort was okay,I suggest that if you really want to enjoy your stay at this resort, do not book the garden view or comfort rooms because the AC wont work at all, because those rooms needs to be upgraded and repaired. please avoid those rooms. Overall it was a decent resort,good food and service.
We were quite disappointed with our stay.
The bed in our bedroom was broken. Each day we were unable to get pool towels as they seemed to have 'run out' all day long. We were unable to eat at one restaurant as they were hosting a private event, we couldn't eat at another as it seemed it had to be reserved before even arriving to be able to get a booking.
The beach is very nice. The food made me so sick. The resort has to get updated. The room I have was not cleaned properly. The balcony door was broken.
This place has a beautiful beach; clear water, white sand and lots of palm trees. The property landscape is also very nice making the walk from the room to the beach area enjoyable.
Food is good with dining options. Entertainment not bad either.
Our only complaints would be:
1) cockroaches, we were greeted by one the moment we entered the room, it came out of the shower drain, and we would see frequently during our short stay, a huge one was wondering the hallway, the moment we walked by, it went under the door and got in one of the rooms. My wife was terrified we would bring them home so she was shaking each piece of cloth before folding them in the luggage.
2) clogged sinks and shower drain. One of the sinks was clogged when we got in so we were using only one sink and that one was also draining slowly not to mention the shower drain-your feet would soak in dirty water as you shower.
The resort is huge and very well maintained. Landscape is outstanding, the beach is clean, the water is turquoise and the food is somehow edible.The only thing that marred the stay was poorly trained room cleaning personnel. It was always something forgotten after the room was made - either small towels, or medium size towers, or coffee packages, or sugar, or water bottles... Every day something new was missing. I naively thought the tips would speed it up. Wrong! Tips were taken and ALL towels of all sizes were forgotten to be changed. To be honest, the Front desk was helpful though. Bottom line: Dear Catalonia Bayahibe, please train your personnel better, teach them that money and tips don't fall from the sky, they actually have to earn it.
Besides that it is a great resort!
Irene
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2023
6/10 Okay
Andrew, Etobicoke
Travelled with family and small children
11 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
On the positive side, the property is very clean and staff are hard working and friendly. The beach is a beautiful turquoise, sunsets are beautiful and beach chairs are plentiful within a shaded palm forest. The pool has a lot of corners and nooks that are great for small children.
There were some clear negatives, though:
1. There was a huge building being built on the property while we were there in November 2023. Even when complete, it will loom over the property.
2. The buffet was quite local in terms of food. Some days it was good and other times basically inedible. The buffet area is oppressively hot and stuffy.
3. The resort and beach feel a bit cramped and crowded at all times.
4. The sit-down restaurants were pretty middling in our experience and the quality of ingredients wasn't great. Very nice atmosphere, though.
5. The beach is fairly steep, with very soft sand, and somewhat tiring to get to and walk on.