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Last three years have been to Joia Jamaica Joia Mexico Joia Bavero (currently) Thoughts on Joia Bavero Great beach. AMAZING Staff. Food - Average - Not a buffet fan but buffet better than the a la cartes at this resort. Rooms slightly on the small side, but kept clean and comfortable. Resort is a bit dated but we can see lots of improvement being done. Drinks good, nice barware. Beach service exceptional, friendly and efficient. Butler service friendly but not needed in our opinion. Entertainment staff work very hard and are very, very sweet. *The worst part of this vacation is the relentless sales pitch from the concierges ( multiple) To the point that you have to go out of your way to avoid them. HUGE let down in our vacation experience. Not a knock on the staff, I know they are told to do this but offer once on check in and leave your guests alone to enjoy what they paid good money for, rest and relaxation. IMHO Joia resort ranking Mexico Bavero Jamaica

This was our 8th visit to the best all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana. The hotel is wonderful, the beach is amazing, the food is great, but it's the staff that keeps us returning year after year! It begins with Luis and his front desk staff ensuring you have the best room for your stay. We absolutely love the fact that year after year we can count on seeing our favorite wait staff including Ramona and Samuel. They are the best in the resort and remember exactly what we like and are always happy to see us! Altagracia makes the best omelets and eggs for breakfast and remembers exactly what you order every day! Our butler Houston took care of any requests we had and always made sure we were happy and satisfied. Diana has been cleaning our room for years and is efficient, timely, and makes sure we have all the towels and everything we need in the room! If you are going to Punta Cana, you need to stay at JOIA Bavaro! Enjoy!

Nothing changes except for improvements. They are constantly painting , upgrading, landscaping, cleaning and all with a smile. We are members of the club and very proud to be. The staff has been working at this hotel for a very long time and both of us remember their names , are excited to see them again and they feel like family and treat us like family .

We stayed at Iberostar Joia Punta Cana for six days as a couple and had a really lovely, relaxing experience. The resort itself is quiet, chill, and refined, which we appreciated. It never felt crowded or loud—very much a place to unwind rather than party. The beach was beautiful with soft sand and clear water, and we never had trouble finding loungers. The pool area was equally calm and well maintained, perfect for low-key afternoons. Our room was polished and classy, with thoughtful finishes and a clean, modern feel. Housekeeping did a great job, and everything felt well cared for. The food was okay—not bad by any means, but not the standout of the trip. There were solid options, and presentation was nice, but it didn’t rise to the same level as the rest of the resort. Overall, Iberostar Joia is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a peaceful, upscale, couples-friendly escape with a great beach and a relaxed atmosphere. We left feeling rested and refreshed, which is exactly what we wanted.

We had a wonderful stay at JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar, and one of the absolute highlights was the entertainment team. They truly made our vacation memorable. A special thank you to Smiley, Black Mamba, and Javier (“Chocolate”) — their energy, charisma, and genuine warmth brought the resort to life every single day. Whether it was daytime activities by the pool or evening entertainment, they knew exactly how to engage guests without ever being pushy. Their sense of humor, professionalism, and passion for what they do really stood out. You could tell they genuinely enjoy making people smile, and they created such a fun, positive atmosphere throughout the resort. We looked forward to seeing them each day and always left activities laughing and in a great mood. The rest of the staff at JOIA Bávaro was excellent as well — friendly, attentive, and welcoming — but the entertainment team truly deserves special recognition. Thank you for making our stay so enjoyable and unforgettable. We can’t wait to return!