The Best All-Inclusive Resort in Punta Cana 2023-Hyatt Ziva/Zilara

[@Jezzielaine]

What a thorough video. Thanks! Some friends and I are visiting soon.

[@fgaines1000]

Thank you for watching! It's still the best all-inclusive resorts I've ever been to. I just might go back this year..enjoy your vacation ❤ if it's anything like what I experienced you will have a fantastic experience!

[@MyCatsNameIsButterscotch]

Thank you for posting this! My family is going to the Ziva side in July!! 😁🫶🫶

[@fgaines1000]

Yaaay! I really liked the Ziva Side! Let me know what you think!:) most importantly...enjoy your vacation!🎉

[@myvalium1]

Thnx for sharing your experience… great detailed information!! We have a family group that just locked in a November trip there. Can’t wait

[@fgaines1000]

Awwww you are so welcome!! I am glad it was helpful. I hope you enjoy your vacation 😊 thank you for your comment!

[@dandude1382]

great video! thank you for your time

[@fgaines1000]

Of course!!! Thank you for watching! :)

[@prchrsdaughter]

You definitely sold me this trip... I booked on Friday for July. Great review!

[@fgaines1000]

🤗 Hi Tiffany!! Thank you! Yaaay... please let me know your thoughts when you get back. Hope you have a great experience!!! Make sure you get the lobster at the buffet, the butter chicken and the cheese Naan at Journey's if you like Indian food!

[@markjette7258]

Thanks for the video! I just booked this a couple days ago and when checking in tonight, I found out the agent booked Ziva instead of Zilara that I told the agent. Its just the two of us with no kids, so I was shocked when looking at travel information. I was debating whether I should call tomorrow and try to correct it. I'm kind of bummed that I didn't get what we thought we were getting, but your video made me feel better about both sides being good. We have room with an ocean view. I used Costco travel. I'm thinking she got confused after she tried booking and it said the flights weren't available anymore and she had to start all over. Sigh! I saw that you don't need to tip, but then it saw other videos where people did.

[@fgaines1000]

Hi Mark thanks for your comment!! Yes you will be fine, I promise! Ziva side is also nice, and you can literally be on the Zilara Side all day if you want!

[@fgaines1000]

Also I did tip the bar and servers, but you don't have to! You can tip however much you want or not at all. It doesn't give you those vibes of feeling like you're obligated to tip..which is what probably made me tip lol

[@IIIRDWIII]

How did you like it?

[@tanyagarcia2666]

Just came back from Ziva. I agree with everything she said about this resort. It is pure perfection in terms of cleanliness, service and food options.

[@fgaines1000]

Hi Tanya!!! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! It really was perfection! ❤

[@kevinbove4758]

Went to the Hyatt Ziva in April and it was amazing. Will definitely go back.

[@fgaines1000]

Hi Kevin Nicceee! So glad you enjoyed it..I'm still dreaming of this place. ❤

[@cynthiatravelingqueen9095]

your video is amazing very helpful thanks for sharing safe travels

[@fgaines1000]

Hi ❤ aww thank you so much! You are most welcome. I'm glad it was helpful!

[@shelliallibhai2114]

Wonderful video, you sold me. Thank you!

[@fgaines1000]

Awwwww!!!! You are most welcome!Thank you so much. I tried to get some good footage, and I love when people give me feedback;) I hope you go and enjoy it:)

[@jrh1332]

Great & informative video

[@fgaines1000]

Thank you so much for your comment and feedback. I tried to get some good information in there!

[@Kamoi69]

Great video & Thank-you 4 sharing :)

[@fgaines1000]

Thanks for watching! I appreciate your comment!

[@kayladeveau2984]

And it literally is the top rated hotel in all of punta cana besides secrets cap cana ❤️❤️

[@fgaines1000]

😍 It sure is!! You are absolutely correct. The reviews are what got my attention. All of them were saying such great things And it really lived up to the hype. Thanks for your comment!

[@noemicolon2164]

Hey! Thanks for sharing your experience! This is one of the resorts husbae and I are looking at for our anniversary! Sanctuary Cap Cana looks beautiful as well and got awesome reviews! Decisions! lol

[@fgaines1000]

Hi Noemi!!!! Thanks for the comment! I looked at that one, too! And the Secrets in Cap Cana as well. All of the reviews were good. I went with this one because it was newer. It was built towards the end of 2019 I believe.. it's just a few years old and the newest hotel in Cap Cana I believe. However, I'm sure you can't go wrong, and it's all on the same strip so you can walk down to the hyatt beach area too. Plus I chose it because you can access both sides as an adult...so I liked that too. When are you planning on going? Wherever you go I'm sure you will have a great time!

[@noemicolon2164]

@@fgaines1000 Yes! I did see it's fairly new and that's a plus, as well as access to 2 resorts! I haven't looked at the Secrets yet but we're definitely feelin' Hyatt. We stayed at Hyatt in Hawaii and Clearwater beach and no complaints! We're planning for August! It's our 25th!!

[@fgaines1000]

@Noemi Colon Aww! That's a long time... Congrats! Every single person there made me feel so welcomed. The service was top-notch and the resort was very clean. The drinks were good and so fancy with their garnishes on the drinks. Depending on how long you are staying, maybe you can break up the resorts..lol couple of days at Hyatt and a couple at Sanctuary 😆 Whichever you decide, let me know:)

[@AMERICANPATROIT101-y7r]

I love ur wig. It luck guut on u girrrrl You go (just no theme park rides…or getting it wet ).

[@gilbertoidoy2695]

Thanks for the tour gorgeous 😊

[@fgaines1000]

My pleasure 😊I'm glad you enjoyed my video!

[@kb6175]

Hey.. Thanks for your video. I just returned back home from staying at the Hyatt Zilara.. I had watched your video 3-4 times & others before booking my stay & it was exactly as your video stated.. Beautiful & Amazing.. I wish that I was still there and will be going back again that's for sure.. The beach was real cool and the water was warm.. The food at the many restaurants were great and the buffet at both Mercado & Pier were awesome too.. I also had a fun time at the waterpark.. Thanks for sharing!!

[@fgaines1000]

You're welcome K B !!!!! THAT IS AWESOME! omg I am so happy you had an amazing time!!! 👏 love that we shared the same experience. I wanted to try so many of the other restaurants and only was able to do the two, and I didnt go to the Waterpark but heard great things. Thanks so much for coming back and giving an update. I really appreciate it. Now we both are just going to have to go back.

[@TinaMarieJones-j4j]

What options were available in the evenings other than the sports bar? My husband and I are going without kids. We don't want frat club vibes, but would like options for things to do after the evening show. We would be best described as being in the middle. We don't want a frat party but we don't want it dead. Do you think we would enjoy this resort? My only hesitation is the lack of evening activity, but we are 100% sold on everything else.

[@fgaines1000]

Hi :) The only other night life is the One Cat Eye lounge....I put a small clip at the end of it...it was just a lounge that people went to. They also had a person playing the piano, playing lively music like I would say, 70s and 80s songs. But other than that, thats it:( They really need more nightlife. It is boring at night, in my opinion...but its still relaxing. Also, during the day at the pool they are playing top 40s and hip hop music, so that was fun, but at night literally just the one cat lounge, dinners, and the sports lounge. Which prob will be dead at like 1030 11. Hope this helps...❤ please feel free to ask me any more questions... I'll get back to you faster!

[@rickyshinobi2303]

I am going here next week! .

[@fgaines1000]

Really! Let me know what you think! If you like Indian food, get the butter chicken and the cheese naan :) enjoy 😊

[@rickyshinobi2303]

@@fgaines1000 I will let you know, I need to put a reminder in phone. I’m going all in, paid for all the extras 🤣.

[@rickyshinobi2303]

@@fgaines1000 just landed, so far amazing!

[@fgaines1000]

​@rickyshinobi2303 ...im.curious if your experience will be similar to mine ..it's now been a year and a couple.of months since I've gone...sad face 😢 lol

[@rickyshinobi2303]

@@fgaines1000 so far so good!!!!

[@fgaines1000]

Also I'd like add this is not a party hotel..it's more relaxing. However, they do have a Margaritaville that my friend went to in Cap Cana, and she said that was a more party resort. If you are looking to party more. Hope this helps!

[@Charles-nk3ep]

no partying just relaxing !!!

[@JeziNew]

You forgot to add how much colorism plays a part at this resort. I stood here last year. This is probably one of the better hotels but it is very boring. Everything closes at 10ish. Everyone goes to bed. Light skin Dominicans treat the darker people not as pleasant.

[@fgaines1000]

Really!! You experienced that:( I'm sorry that sucks. That definitely takes away from your experience. I hate that! I personally didn't get those vibes, but I wasn't even paying attention... I was in my own world lol there

[@JeziNew]

@@fgaines1000 management Speke with us wanted to make our next trip special but I would never allow a free trip remove my negative reviews on their hotel.

[@fgaines1000]

I'm sorry. Yes I know how a bad experience can make you not ever want to try again. You're just done! I get it.

[@shenequagamble1883]

Thank you for your very informative review of the Hyatt Ziva. How were you able to book with your Chase points. I have Chase Bonvoy.

[@fgaines1000]

Hi!!! Thank you for the comment. I am so glad it was helpful! Sure thing..so there are two ways. 1. You can get a chase Hyatt card..it's called World of Hyatt. They give you points after you spend a certain amount of money. There is an annual fee of 95 but they give you a free night in a hotel once a year, so the 95 pays for itself. For me, I got the Chase Sapphaire Reserve card. They give you 60k points after you spend 4k in 3 months. Its also 95 a year but has other benefits from the World of Hyatt. Then you can transfer your points to Hyatt at a 1 to 1 ratio. So if you have 60k points you can transfer to Hyatt 60k points. Then book the hotel on the Hyatt website by using your points:) At the time of this booking, the points were 25k a night. So I stayed 3 days and 2 nights. Which was 50k points. Hope this helps! Maybe I'll do a video on it.

[@shenequagamble1883]

@@fgaines1000 Thank you Beautiful lady! I appreciate your quick response ❤️ You have been so helpful.

[@fgaines1000]

You are most welcome! And thank you!!:):):):):)

[@edgartejeda342]

Nice place, they also have a Vegan restaurant.

[@fgaines1000]

Really!! I didn't even see that one..I wonder if it was a specialty restaurant for club members

[@renatagrasty2719]

Thank you for sharing your vacation. If I could ask you a question how expensive is the resort if you don’t mind sharing a little bit thank you

[@fgaines1000]

Thank you for your comment! Sure thing. The price when I went in February was 850 to 950 a night, depending on the room category. I was in the junior suite double. Which was 875. However, I did see that at some point, it was over 1000 a night. Insane. But it looks like in June it will be 515 to 600 a night. That's a good deal. So, really, it depends on the time you are going. I hope this helps!;)

[@jinettediaz8742]

Indeed Hyatt Cap Cana is absolutely gorgeous 😍. As an adult I preferred Zilara- I went to Ziva Waterpark 🥳, and some restaurants accorded to my mood lol, and availabilities. Indian Restaurant is Journey’s, Tempest is the Asian 😉. Agreed, at night Zilara specially can have more than just the show, but I guess is a tranquil place 😍. One of my favs 💛

[@fgaines1000]

YES!!! Absolutely!! When did you go? Have you gone to any other Ziva/Zilara Property? There is one in Jamaica and Mexico, I believe. That's one thing I didn't do is the Waterpark. Guess I am just going to have to go back 😆

[@jinettediaz8742]

@@fgaines1000 Yes, I went to Zilara Cancun once 💛. The waterpark is the best lol. I’ll be back to Cap Cana this year, I might due Secrets Cap Cana, right next to Hyatt property 😍🙌🏽

[@jinettediaz8742]

@@fgaines1000 Zilara Cap C I went Sept 22 stayed 7 days lol

[@fgaines1000]

​@Jinette Diaz Nice!!! When you go to the Secrets in Cap Cana, let me know how it is. I think thats owed by Hyatt too! If that one is nice , I'll check that out next time I go.

[@shade-naswtpotatoepie1981]

Great video! I'm planning a trip there, did you have to pay the full amount 30 days prior to checking in?

[@fgaines1000]

Hi! Thank you for your comment and feedback! I used my hyatt points, so I didn't pay anything out of pocket, however when I went, it was equivalent to 850 to 900 a night. If you book on booking.com I think you have up until like 48 hours to cancel and then you can choose the option to pay at the hotel

[@robertlulek1634]

I still would prefer the hard rock over this much more action and fun the rooms are bigger toO. The IBEROSTAR GRAND is also a nice one.

[@fgaines1000]

Really! Nice! Yes I will have to agree it's not much action its definitely relaxing, and the service is top notch. If they add a little more action at night then I think it would be even better. But it's all about what you are going there for. Thanks for your comment!

[@fgaines1000]

I think I'll try the hard rock next year. I think these two would be the extreme of the other... where one is relaxing and calm and the other is more upbeat and lively! Now to find one that has both would be the next search

[@robertlulek1634]

@@fgaines1000 you are completely correct Paradiso, palma real was another nice one

[@josemariass]

How was your experience ? Good? I like it

[@fgaines1000]

My experience? Amazing! Wish I could go every weekend!

[@erichall2170]

How was the entertainment for the adults

[@erichall2170]

Going without kids but want a good adult experience will be stayi g on the Ziva side i think

[@fgaines1000]

Hello! The sports bar was lively...mainly outside, the pool during the day had a dj, the one eyed cat lounge was pretty good. And that's about it..lol I would say entertainment isn't their strong suit. It's more about service and relaxation. Also 8:48 we got a good volleyball game going so that was fun..we had a whole bunch of people join us and we played that for a good hour or two. We left and people were still playing. That was the best entertainment the whole three days I was there lol

[@kelvinrosario3894]

Do they have good shows at night and throughout the day?

[@fgaines1000]

Hello Kelvin! At night they had one show that to me really wasn't that good. Now the entertainment could change since I went last year...however at night it wasn't that lively. I will say in the one eye cat lounge that was fun They had a piano player and he was playing 70s and 80s music. People were dancing and really having a good time.

[@fgaines1000]

Also, throughput the day they had a dj at the pool playing good music.

[@williescales1973]

That's cool but i think excellence is best all inclusive in punta

[@fgaines1000]

Hi! Thanks for the comment! What stood out to you there? Food? Service? Beach? Always down to try a new place

[@williescales1973]

@@fgaines1000 most definitely food, service, quietness, newness and the half day excursion through DR

[@fgaines1000]

I'm planning to go back to DR in February again!!! So I'll check it out! All that sounds good to me! Thanks for the recommendation

[@colejohnson5744]

are the pools always this empty?

[@fgaines1000]

Hi!:) Thanks for your question! No... I promise you. I was taking these videos early in the morning at like 8 so no was out there yet, and this is why it looks so empty. The pools always had people in there around 11 am and beyond. The pools were never crowded, but they had good music playing like top 40s. People were drinking in the pool, and they had a live person signing good songs, too.

[@Yajairad]

Was it very dead during the day? Like did they play any music, have activities or anything?

[@fgaines1000]

Hi! Thank you for your comment! Not at all dead. In the pool area, they played Top 40s music. And even some Rap and R&b, but mostly top 40s! Also, there were a lot of people playing volleyball and drinking at the swim up bar. It looks dead in video because I filmed this at like 8 in the morning, and no one was out yet. I will say, though, it's not at all a party resort. But if you are with the right group you can absolutely have fun. Hope this helps!:)

[@fgaines1000]

Oh, they also had workout classes in the pool, and the one day there was like 20 people dancing in the workout class going throughout the pool and then people started to join in. Also, they have various activities throughout the day. One of the days they had painting on the beach. So they have an intenerary for the day filled with activities!

[@Yajairad]

@@fgaines1000 sounds perfect!!! Thank you!!!

[@fgaines1000]

@@Yajairad you're welcome 😊

[@no9254me]

any seaweed at the beach? i heard thats an issue in Punta cana in general

[@fgaines1000]

Hi, thank you for your comment! So I had that concern as well. When I was looking at the reviews, that is what alot of people were mentioning. So I did some research, and I came across another youtube video, and the women lived in the Domican Republic. She said in the early part of the year, there is less seaweed. During the summer months(hotter) that is when there is more seaweed. So I think less seaweed during Jan, Feb, March, and April. Also the resort has a blocker in the ocean to prevent seaweed, and they rake it up every morning. When I went, I saw pretty much zero seaweed.

[@no9254me]

@@fgaines1000 good to know probably will go next month

[@fgaines1000]

Go! I promise you would will have such a good experience

[@elmanugameryt]

​@@no9254me No hay algas no te preocupes

[@brandonsny88]

Thanks for the video! How was the pool temperature?

[@fgaines1000]

Hi! Thanks for the question! The pool temperature was perfect. Not too cold or warm. I was nervous going in February that the water would be too cold however surprisingly it was just right. I will say it was a little windy in February, so the ocean wasnt as still as I would have liked. But in terms of the temperature of the pools they weren't cold and you can get it and be able to enjoy the water.

[@feliciakoziczkowski3703]

This has been my top pick for almost 2 months now. I keep going back to the drawing board but I just can't get the DR out of my head and this spot has to be checked off my list. We just did Dreams Las Mareas in Costa Rica first week of Feb. And it was amazing.

[@fgaines1000]

​@Felicia Koziczkowski Trust me. You will enjoy it. The service was on point. They really are so accommodating and make you feel so welcome.

[@fgaines1000]

​@Felicia Koziczkowski Also I love Costa Rica so I may have to check out that resort you mentioned since you said it was good!

[@Sami-qd4rs]

Can Ziva adult guests eat at the Zilara restaurants?

[@fgaines1000]

Hi Sami! Thanks for your comment! Yes! Ziva guests can eat, drink, and enjoy all of the amenities on both sides. You have to be 21 and up, however. So if you are 21 and up, you go bounce back and forth between both sides... you can be on the Zilara side the whole time if you want, even if you booked on the Ziva Side. There are no restrictions except the age.

[@JonCooper86]

how much a night?

[@fgaines1000]

Hi Jon!!! Thanks for your question! When I went, it was 800 to 900 a night..depending on room category. However, in looking for April and May, it looks like prices are roughly 790 to 1000 a night. So, it's pretty much the same .lol It is pricey. I had gone for only 3 days and 2 nights. But it was worth it.

[@Charles-nk3ep]

looks like you have to get up early to get a chair ...is that correct ?

[@fgaines1000]

Hi Charles! I actually didn't have any problems finding seating. I will say in the early afternoon people start to leave their towels on the chairs, but still I was able to find seating in the pool areas and in the beach areas.

[@hectorserrano9026]

Lopesan Costa Bavaro in Punta Cana is the Best Resort All- Inclusive n the Caribe for AAA Four Diamond travel 2023😊.

[@fgaines1000]

Really!!? Well I shall check that out. Thank you so much for the recommendation!:)

[@Mzcici181]

Boring hotel… food is above average but breakfast sucks… customer service sucks as well! the staff talking shit about guest right in front of them… only reason I was able to pick up on it is bc I speak Spanish/Dominican. Drinks are weak!!! Even if you get the premium package doesn’t matter… still weak. We spent 7k for a week here and left so disappointed that we will never return to DR

[@fgaines1000]

That sucks you didn't have the experience that I had. 😕

[@madness03]

at least you speak Dominican whatever the hell that means

[@Charles-nk3ep]

slow down lol

[@fgaines1000]

I have to keep up with the footage😅

[@AndyinMTL]

Lopesan and HRH and literally better do your research 🙄

[@rickb.341]

don't waste your money here.... goto Hawaii and you will not regret this advise.

[@fgaines1000]

Hi Rick B! Have you gone to this resort? You didn't like it? Hawaii is nice too...just wondering why you wouldn't want to recommend here? Share your experience

[@rickb.341]

@@fgaines1000 never been there but I have been to Punta Cana... and its well... not for me and a waste of money if you could goto much better places..... hawaii was perfect... top of the line resorts and top quality beaches.... it was all top quality.

[@fgaines1000]

​@Rick B. Perfect! I've been to Maui before, and yes it absolutely was beautiful..what resort and area of Hawaii do you recommend?

[@rickb.341]

@@fgaines1000 I was at the grand wailea, waldorf astoria.... I can't ever goto a Caribbean places ever again after being there.... its another experience.