Live Aqua Punta Cana is Absolutely INCREDIBLE!

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Live Aqua Punta Cana is better than Excellence & Excellence el Carmen - It might be the best hotel in Punta Cana!
I never expected to like Live Aqua this much. In fact, after Leaving Lopesan Costa Bavaro and arriving at Live Aqua, my very first impression was lackluster. But as I started to peel-back the layers of this dynamic all-inclusive resort, I realized that the value and magnetism of Live Aqua lay deeper beneath its straightforward design.
Live Aqua Beach Resort is located in the Uvero Alto region of Punta Cana, which is approximately 50 minutes from the airport. This region of Punta Cana is renowned for its lush landscapes, sweet serenity, and intertwinement with nature. In this video I take you inside one of the best All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean for FOUR FULL DAYS while I showcase the best highlights of the resort in gorgeous 4k video.
- Room Tour
- Breakfast Buffet
- Coffee Shop (Cool Fever)
- Lobby Bar
- General Beach Area
- Seishin (Japanese Restaurant)
- Secluded Pool Area (WonderPool)
- General Pool Area
- VIP Beach Area
- Miraflores (Seafood)
- Nightclub
- Sports Bar (Compton St.)
- Neon Party
- Chez Rose (French Restaurant)
- Lobby
- Sospiro (Italian Restaurant)
- Hotel Grounds
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[@ryanshydlowsky3785]

We are at this resort right now because of Coolists review. THANK YOU!! What an unbelievable experience and it’s only the first full day! The hospitality is second to NONE!! Highly highly HIGHLY recommended!

[@Frankthebank12]

are there many people staying there?

[@ojb48o]

Yes! I was there in February, in the poolside swim-out in your same building. Loved the awesome staff and the drinks (especially at the Aqua Club beach drink service) but MAN did I have worse food than you. Maybe too off season. Everyone was so great. Come here to relax!!

[@duskodukelekic]

No food is horrible

[@leggz4dayz]

We just left in June for my birthday. It was amazing. We had a Swimout in building 4. We received amazing service and the food was outstanding! Honestly they give excellent service to everyone. I highly recommend for a couples vacation But not for a girls trip

[@njo1982]

Booked this for the first week of July largely thanks to this video!! Will be my first ever all inclusive in any country so can’t wait! Keep up the good work my man!

[@Tubeyou72]

Me too going to the Hyatt zilara the first week of July I can’t wait , enjoy your vacation at pc !🙌🏻

[@N4Evar06]

How was it

[@njo1982]

@@N4Evar06 not sure which one this was aimed at, but Live Aqua was wonderful. Brilliant staff. Above average food. Pools great. Compact and chilled. It’s no party central but I went there because I didn’t that party vibes! I wanted chilled! Beach nice enough. Water wasn’t tropical blue but that’s part of Dominican Republic. It’s just seemed a step up in class compared to Catalonia Royal Bavaro which I also stayed at. That was still a good stay, this was just enhanced on all levels. Would 100% return!

[@Tubeyou72]

@@N4Evar06 the luxurious Hyatt zilara was amazing ,the staff was very friendly & the food was above average except for the blind butcher restaurant we had a bad experience in that restaurant the food was not good at all for 150 dollars that we paid for each person I was expecting some good quality food!

[@beckyjackson7755]

Looks like a great hotel!! Great dining, outstanding service, etc. It really does make a difference. The hotel is Chic without being overly luxurious. Very in style!

[@NurseViv]

I completely agree I’m a repeat customer and there’s nothing to not love about Live Aqua… The service is great and The vibe is so immaculate…! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@kathanddannyDC]

Thanks for this authentic reply. So anxious coz of the mixed reviews. Flying there in 3 days!

[@Tubeyou72]

Wow 🤩 5.5 i definitely going to this resort one day!

[@jerikolberg4651]

I love your reviews and am so glad you did one for Live Aqua. I have my vacation set and after seeing your review I'm even more excited to go!! Thank you so much for your content and I'll be scheduling more vacations based on your reviews.

[@Bighomey103]

I have a horrible attention span but I have no problem watching every minute of your videos. Good job James! 👍🏾

[@Cap-N-GregArrrs-Treasures]

James, thank you for a very thorough and thoughtful review for this property. Your video made a difficult decision on where to book our trip SO MUCH EASIER! Great video and review for Live Aqua Punta Cana.

[@dwaeyennemercelina916]

Can't wait to see your new/updated ranking!!😊

[@Aggiemicro]

I always look for your recommendations, and we just went to Live Aqua two months ago! Room amazing, food amazing, beach.-A bit rough waves, but all exactly what you said, keep doing what you doing! Your rating its up to the point!!!!

[@dhvol98]

Great review James. Will have to add this to our list to check out.

[@mp8shnt]

5.5!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Stunning Hotel!

[@ElvisGarciaDeJesus-bl4cf]

Thank you Coolist James for such nice video. Your videos are of great help when planning our Punta Cana vacation.

[@loisirene]

I have been to the LA Cancun twice - this looks much nicer. Looking forward to the showdown with Finest and EEC, and your top 10 list afterwards! Thanks for ALL your reviews.

[@nikki4911]

Im waiting for excellence el carman too

[@christinad2611]

Can't wait to see these resort either!

[@youngkreisler]

Wow! This place sounds amazing. The only couple times I remember getting such outstanding personalized service was at a Four Seasons and the old Charlie Trotters, but at an all inclusive?! Enjoy your trip and thanks again for bringing us these wonderful travelogs!

[@demetrisenko1710]

Thank you sir James, for another wonderful video taking us with you on your adventures and your journeys I also love the Dominican republic and thank you for sharing this information. You are a natural and I truly truly love your videos. Keep them coming.

[@MariaDeBBY1]

Stayed at this place for my husbanda 30th in April of this year! Very much enjoyed it and it didnt break the bank! Dare i say one of the nicest resorts I've been too.

[@angelaworthy7466]

Yup it was definitely a great time for us there last year too. Reed from the entertainment team is by FAR the best at entertaining guests and getting everyone to enjoy themselves. Still in touch to this day… and definitely looking to come back … From Lourdes, in housekeeping to Dereon, supervisor of the butlers, and Francisco supervisor of the entertainment team… they can’t do enough…. Definitely a Jem of a team there.. 😉

[@luidgipamphile849]

Hey James. Awesome review. Love your content. I have a question. Your channel has become very popular for consumers, but probably for hotel managers as well. Do you think these resorts are flagging your reservations and alerting their staff to be on their best behavior while you're there?

[@TheMoneyMind]

100% lol

[@christinad2611]

I often think the same thing.

[@user-kf9po4zc2x]

Definitely ​@@TheMoneyMind

[@kinqmav226]

Great review! Everything you said about the resort was spot on second resort we’ve gone to based on your reviews thanks!!! Keep the content coming!!

[@keithstandrin9861]

Thanks James for your recommendation,we are here now and you are spot on

[@JimmyVYouTube]

5.5 WOW!!!!

[@Coolist]

Yup! I went from underwhelmed to overwhelmed in 72 hours. Such a unique experience - not for everyone, probably more a of a veteran hotel for those that have seen other resorts and get what Live Aqua is doing.

[@chads4556]

Good review, I have been to PC 8 times, but always made sure to stay on Bavaro beach, avoiding Uvero Alto for the same reasons as you described when talking about the sand and water. This resort though might have me rethinking where I stay next time.

[@austinrita6449]

I can picture sitting in that lobby, having a few drinks and just relaxing. Might just be my next trip

[@LivingtheLaptopLifestyle]

Stayed at live aqua cancun for 15 nights.... awesome... only issue was no entertainment at night but it was the best food ever!

[@user-wi7fq6bb3s]

Great video as always. We were choosing between Live Aqua and Hyatt Zilara and ultimately went with Zilara. Had a great time. I’m curious how those 2 would compare!

[@enjolihenigan5546]

You made the right choice. Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana is a step above this one, especially with the food.

[@marizen2]

Lovely!

[@kevinkozak7229]

No trees , no mountains. Give me Playa Dorada any day. Especially Casa Colonial. Amazing boutique hotel. These places with neon parties looks like for college kids.

[@wdwexploreandchill]

This was beautifully shot and so relaxing that I fell asleep watching it during the premier! I’m not a huge fan of all inclusives normally but this seems just like my jam. Wonderful job as usual, James.

[@pault875]

Had a amazing time here also. Wasn't a crazy party vibe but was very classy and a great time. Food was definitely amazing and I would definitely recommend.

[@sabrinav]

Thank you for this review James. This hotel is on my list of top hotels when I am shopping for a best bang for bucks top top tier AO hotel. I now have a better idea of what to expect :)

[@spinedoc893]

Hey James thanks for your great content! I'm looking forward to your final rankings for PC hotels as I am in planning mode for my winter 2024 trip(s) (The research is part of the fun and you are a big help!!). I am also wondering if you are giving any consideration to going to Cayo Levantado now that the big reno is done? I was there around 2008 and it was an amazing spot then and I'd don't think I've ever been to an all inclusive I enjoyed more. Apparently it's supposed to be spectacular now. It was always a little pricing but not terrible for what you got considering its on its own island and the operating costs that entails. Not surprisingly it sounds like it's gotten quite a bit more pricey after the reno.

[@kingbee90]

This is next up for sure

[@caitlinhobbs1816]

We go in a couple months!! I can’t wait. My first all inclusive experience and international trip.

[@jordanearnheardt]

Awesome video James. This one I could tell was going to get a high score as soon as I saw the intro! Don’t forget about Miami 💪🏻

[@valsquyres]

That is the place to be! Loved it. You're looking great dude 😎

[@lonyae]

Stayed 7days in a Tierra Suite (butler service was top shelf) , dined on the beach, enjoyed the activities, absolutely enjoyed my time there!

[@thehouseofhopepraiseminist1556]

Hey my friend.. I’m thinking of booking this place.. how is the food? How is the entertainment and the suite you stayed in is that a upgrade

[@lonyae]

@@thehouseofhopepraiseminist1556 A lot of food options, I'm sure a few spots will have what you like. We tried everything at least once. Entertainment was nice (daytime and night) Fire show, music and dance by the pool, Mixer classes, and so on. The suite is upgraded as its beachfront w/butler service.

[@Jiggy609]

Go to Secrets the Vine Cancun. Best food i’ve ever had at an all inclusive

[@NurseViv]

That’s the one I want to try!

[@phrewilly8556]

Excellent review James. It appears that the customer service there is the epitome of what it should be! Well done. Looking forward to some of your cruise experiences someday! I found some familiar things in this review that you will see during any cruise!

[@MikeandBenjieinMiamiBeac-fd2no]

Rice lover sushi, nice!

[@adadwhodraws]

Based upon the customer service I am looking into this resort!!!

[@theninedivides6851]

This was wild !

[@aryanpatel9316]

Nice Video!! I highly recommend u to go to TRS Yucatan at Riviera Maya

[@dianefriedman1352]

Great video. I have been to Live Aqua in Cancun 10 times. I may have to give Punta Cana a try.

[@zacharywende1553]

I am excited for you to go to Excellence El Carmen I view it as an upgraded Live Aqua

[@andiej5573]

I’ve stayed at the Cancun location and had a great stay. Will have to try this one next!

[@Richking213]

Thanks for the review my guy. Me and my wife are doing some research on some Punta Cana resorts and this spot might move up on my list 🙏

[@Parker-Green]

WOW I really want to go now!! Great video!

[@socaliente34]

I booked here for a group trip!

[@LivingtheLaptopLifestyle]

Live Aqua cancun truly lacked nice bars around the hotel. Actually at night there was only 1 bar where everyone was crowded into. Hopefully better at this one.

[@lisaeveleigh658]

This looks so beautiful but I think I like the feel of Lopesan better.

[@MrBeatboxmasta]

Considering the properties to which you compared the service are for pay properties, Live Aqua surpasses them. It's easy and smart business to keep offering food, drinks, etc. when the customer has to pay for each item. At an all-inclusive, doing that cuts into their profit so the fact that they do it anyway, puts them beyond those you mentioned IMO.

[@sylvaindastous9822]

It really look like exellence el carmen

[@jameshavard3182]

I watched the video and like you said, the resort is about as exciting as a college campus. Maybe a pool diving board would add some spark. If you find a resort pool with a diving board, then you have just entered the Twilight Zone. And remember that every mom-and-pop hotel on the strip had a diving board at their pool which was basically right there in their motel parking lot.

[@miniskiller1876]

Great video! What month did you visit?

[@LMays-cu2hp]

Thank you for sharing your hotel stay.

[@rudyoviedo9258]

my girl and i watch your episodes , I'm Dominican she's not and we're planning a trip out there you don't make its but how you rate them resorts helps out immensely ...thank you

[@karengranados280]

Looks like a gorgeous resort wiith fab food. My friends and I are looking for a little more party vibe. Thanks for all your videos. We're narrowing it down! We last stayed at Breathless. Loved the party vibe but found the food and room lacking as you did. Keep up the great work!

[@greghiller3597]

We are looking for more of a party adult only. Any suggestions?

[@karengranados280]

For Punta Cana, looks like Royalton Chic and Riu Republica would be a couple I would try. (I've never personally been).@@greghiller3597

[@punchipunch]

Hey James nice video, where do you usually go to get all inclusive deals?

[@owenoone9445]

Looks like a great property

[@337Dahlonega]

Could you Review the Casinos at the resorts please

[@JohnSmith-pd4gf]

Hi, Thank you for these videos -- I have been binging them all day. I am a 36 year old man, without many friends. I never solo traveled before and I want to go and do something fun this summer -- preferably somewhere with other solo travelers. I am based in the US, Northeast, and am open to any suggestions you have? I was hoping for an all inclusive in the Caribbean, what do you think? Thanks!

[@hannahgadd]

I loved this review, but if im honest the only thing that impressed me was the Neon beach parry, they actually do alternate week's of Neon and all white party's but it's actually white and silver, plus the liveliest night club, except for Majestic Mirage which went on to everyone left. Im so happy im going to Excellence still fior 2 week's in early November and I cannot wait. But I really did enjoy the review. Thanks again.

[@jadehaylee]

Great video! If you had to pick between excellence el Carmen and this resort which would be the winner??

[@G_Ellis606]

Looks like no one is there... place looks great!

[@brandon-ej8jd]

Great video. One bit of feedback. Since the vip upsell is really a mainstay at all all inclusives. If you could speak to the cost difference in your video as well that would be very helpful. Some places that price can be negotiable. Could almost be it's on video at each property. Keep up the good work.

[@emdee3810]

The upsell is very expensive at this resort. Think $600 for an off-season VIP room versus $300 for a regular rate room. Most amenities are the same with the exception of an a la carte breakfast, swim out rooms, access to a butler, and a bar with premium liquors only for VIP members. I noticed there wasn't much of a difference between the service I got, as a VIP, and the service some other people at the resort received while I was there. I did love having the Aqua Lounge available!

[@bathandshower]

great video and great looking resort! BUT: why does it look SO empty? I don't like crowded resorts, but I do like a bit of life however,.. My wife and I are booked for Excellence El Carmen in October, I can't wait to see that video

[@grenalis]

If you had to choose Live Aqua, Excellence PC or Secrets Royal Beach, that you to choose only 1, which would it be?

[@spinedoc893]

Sounds like a great hotel but I find most of these newer properties so stark and almost cold. I don't mean that as a criticism because I get it takes many years for properties to get lush but is it really as stark and not at all a tropical paradise as it appears in the video??? I'm used to properties like the Melia and Barcelo where the grounds/pool/beach are spectacular but the rooms are not as nice and food isn't as good. Each year when I look to book a trip I'm torn between the tropical paradise of the older resorts and the amenities/rooms/food at the newer properties. I did find Secrets Royal beach to be a pretty good blend of property/beach/rooms/food/service. Your Lopesan video caught my eye and may be my next trip. Any thoughts James or other viewers?? Thanks for your great videos!

[@christinecascio2580]

Trying to fecide between thia resort and royalton chic?? Any thoughts??

[@DR17dede]

This looks so beautiful. But there didn’t seem to be many guests. Was it just a specific time that you were there?

[@kouvue1081]

Probably why service was great.

[@Coolist]

That's the vibe - luxury/boutique, super laid-back, chill, serene, private, fun, classy, and social events.

[@NurseViv]

Nah they’re there everyone is everywhere never clogged up in one area..that’s just the vibe

[@emdee3810]

I was there July 3rd to 11th. From the 5th to the 11th, the hotel was at 95% capacity and it looked like this video the entire time. Most club-level rooms have a private pool and most people with those pools, don't bother venturing out to the other ones. Some people never left their room while I was there -- room service every single day and at their own pool deck every day. The pools come with a jet on one side, a day bed, and two lounging chairs. People aren't fighting for chairs because those who have their own pools don't bother accessing other ones.

[@ivancagliari]

Hey James! I love your videos! I'm a Brazilian traveler and I'm going to Vegas on my Birthday in 45 days and chose my hotel based on your videos! Now going back to Punta Cana: I watched both of your videos and don't know which hotel to pick: Live Aqua or Lopesan? What's your recommendation?

[@ivancagliari]

by the way, I completely agree with your tip "never trust tripadvisor" on your other video. My first time I stayed at Dreams Royal Beach in Punta Cana based on Trip Advisor reviews and didn't like it at all!

[@SheISBeautiful1970]

Beautiful ❤

[@aneljimenez831]

Amazing 👏

[@warrenreidy7925]

Love the review James, looks like a great place but can I ask you when you went? It looks like it wasn’t very busy and we’d be worried it isn’t as lively as we’d like. Could you give us your thoughts please? Thanks Warren & Emma (Dublin, Ireland)

[@emdee3810]

He went July 2023. I was there around the same time. The summer is not very busy at any Punta Cana resort, because. the high season is during the North American winter.

[@susu-dj4cx]

Thanks so much for the great review! Are all of the restaurants included in the All Inclusive package or "only" the buffets?

[@davegriffith6409]

wow you rated this better then Excellence Punta Cana

[@newkirk7591]

most all inclusives ive been to the main pool swim-up bar is open by 10am.

[@emdee3810]

The bar opens early; the entertainment directly at the pool does not, but that's because entertainment begins with beachfront yoga at 8 am.

[@yeahdude1986]

I’m married to a Dominican Woman. The lasagna mystery is real. It’s like white rice, beans, pork leg, goat(eww) and BAM Lasagna.

[@yeahdude1986]

Oh and potato salad

[@Paul_1927]

Do you might wanna consider doing somthing like your series on bayahibe?? would be great

[@JeremyJackson-br3by]

thanks for the video. please give us the link to those shirts. thanks man.

[@davidminutella]

James, is the room damp/humid like other Caribbean hotels? This was an issue in Cancun. Thanks

[@tuscanleather8023]

Fantastic. Have you ever given a 6?

[@julianmiranda8965]

Great reviews I'm looking to book but can't make up my mind with Live Aqua and The Finest would love your input

[@rebeccabeard4290]

Hey there! Thanks for the great video and review! Question! We love your sunglasses! What kind are they?

[@Coolist]

Dita, Tom ford, prade

[@davidmatke248]

That was a fantastic review and the resort looks amazing!

[@duaneparker9374]

Looks like you had the place to yourself!

[@DjEscaladeE.]

Can we get a update on beat adults only party spots in punta Cana?

[@duranrsdist]

i like to party 🎉....its look to relax for me. jajaja

[@jeffdillon3181]

Please do a visit to secrets cap cana heard great things

[@mjwiersum]

Going in November

[@stevenschindler8342]

Great video James. Please tell me this. I have knee issues and going up and down stairs is a problem wirh me. Does this resort have facilities in place (ramps? golf carts etc) to help me get everywhere I might want to go? (is. from room to restaurants, beach, pool etc..) Thanks so much h, Steve S.

[@graemescott5557]

Love the content, I've been to excellence el carmen before, how would you compare live aqua to excellence?

[@gayathriranjit197]

How was your experience at el carmen? not sure if we should choose el carmen or live aqua?

[@eveg7133]

Great video - thank you! Do you have opinion on the Iberostar resorts?

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[@Cause4Alarm]

Huh bro I respect your opinion on some of these hotels you cover but, I just went to live Aqua in DR in May of this year 2023 and it's nothing like you experience or describe! The beach is nice and the water's swimmable so that was a plus! The VIP stuff is kind of like a joke so you shouldn't upgrade to that! The food at most of the places like 80% of wasn't even good either it was low Vegas buffet food or things were over cooked the barbecue for outside dining... that was lacking flavor or or their food was dried out or hard as a rock like their rolls and bread products! The restaurant near the beach was lackluster it's way just way over salted and acidic and their fish tacos were mostly all batter no fish ! If you like greasy and I mean fish tacos then that place is for you! The service was good but sure there was some it misses ,t. The the rooms were okay they just needed like a little more flair and the lighting situations which you can review on TripAdvisor is odd so is the bathroom that behind to your bed with dual sinks who wants to hear farts or the the toilet flush when you are sleeping! To be honest I think they hired you to review this hotel cuz I saw an ad on Facebook and one of the people posting on their said they had a horrible time! Only picked this hotel at the last minute due to the fact they couldn't go to Tahiti, if you're planning to go to the Dr I think they're better hotels for the same value since all hotels are all inclusive. The entertainment and that little coffee shop kind of like a joke in the main pool if you want someone with everybody else in such a small area go for it. When I was there the side pools since there was less people using them, and those cabanas you have to rent them for a boatload of money and they don't even give you shade when it gets hot. I also remember them being desperate for a review right as I was leaving and they wanted me to give him one on the spot I said nope I'll give you one when I get home but not now I'm going home! If you're on a budget and you don't care to eat their food then do it their beach nice it reminds me of my local Beach which is Laguna Beach! Definitely go to Solana Island and do the off-road buggies! I just get the feeling this videos and infomercial now I will have to re-evaluate your other videos again! PS Italian restaurant was probably the best experience we had their we ate there the most often and I don't even like Italian! The teppan & sushi place reminds me of the restaurants in Tijuana before they knew what sushi was 😂. They just need more training for presentation in execution one day they'll be at the level of Cabo I think!

[@brittanybraggs2025]

Hi, awesome review! Question were there a lot of singles and what month did you go?

[@maryb.7522]

I think we need a new top resort video :)

[@Coolist]

1-6 is going to be a nightmare