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Villa Pandora: Beachfront, oceanview villa w/ heated pool, games, chef & staff Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

Q: Does Villa Pandora: Beachfront, oceanview villa w/ heated pool, games, chef & staff have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Q: Is Villa Pandora: Beachfront, oceanview villa w/ heated pool, games, chef & staff pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is Villa Pandora: Beachfront, oceanview villa w/ heated pool, games, chef & staff located?

Located in Bávaro, this beachfront villa is in the city center and within 1 mi (2 km) of Los Corales Beach, Cortecito Beach, and Cocotal Golf and Country Club. Aromas Museum and Casino Avalon Princess are also within 3 mi (5 km).

8/10 Good

Nick D.

Jan 31, 2025

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great place

Great house but the staff was the best part.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Jan 14, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Love the staff and the host. The food was excellent.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Uchenna N.

Jun 19, 2025

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Father’s Day getaway

This is the perfect place to stay for a large group of travelers. From the clear communication before our arrival to the seamless coordination of transportation, meals, activities, and local recommendations, the host and their team were exceptional. The chef was phenomenal. Our butler, Mackenzie, went above and beyond. Housekeeping kept everything spotless each day, making it a true pleasure to return and relax each night.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jed C.

Apr 21, 2023

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Staff was amazing. Property great

No need to go out to eat when you have a chef and staff as capable as these.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peshe K.

Apr 21, 2025

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Excellent family vacation

We were a family of 16 people ranging in age from 7 to 82 and the house worked perfectly for us. It was spacious with ample bathrooms and right on the beach. The staff were fantastic, always available and helpful. The property manager was just a text away. We opted for a full food plan and the meals were excellent. The food was plentiful, served exactly at the time we requested and delicious. The housekeeping, including laundry, kept things in good order even with 8 children in residence. We had a thoroughly enjoyable, easy, week-long family vacation and felt well cared for.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole and Ryan J.

Jun 15, 2023

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Had a fantastic week in this beautiful house!

This house was perfect for our family and friends! The description of the house is exactly correct and would definitely go back! The staff and property manager were fantastic!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence L.

Mar 9, 2023

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Great experience will return

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Nov 9, 2024

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Phenomenal Guest Experience

The home was great, but the staff made the stay exceptional. From the initial communication to the hugs goodbye at the end of our stay, they were all attentive, friendly and service driven. The chef created delicious meals morning, noon and night and the team delivered with ease. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in the DR and a huge part was this crew!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan I.

Apr 21, 2023

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Great Experience

Great property but even better people working on the property! The chef made our experience over the top. Amazing!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Mar 27, 2024

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Great House for a Great Long Weekend

Piero as a Villa Manager was very easy to work with, McKenzie was awesome at the house and the rest of the Staff were wonderful. Chef made amazing meals for us all weekend and we just had a great time around Punta Cana both while we were out and especially while we were at Villa Pandora. Can't wait to go back and spend more time on Bavaro Beach and will definitely stay at Villa Pandora in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna R.

Aug 15, 2024

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Great Location Perfect for Big Groups

We had a great stay at Villa Pandora. The house is set up perfectly for big groups that want to travel together but have their own space. The chef, housekeeping staff, butler and villa manager were all wonderful, attentive and went above and beyond to make our stay relaxing and fun. The only small issue was there were lots of flies around when there wasn't a breeze off of the ocean but there's not much that could have been done about that. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenyetta C.

Jun 5, 2023

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Great time

We enjoyed our stay. Everything as stated. Just may need a little refreshing. When doors were closed to the rooms, and then opened back up, it had an odor of mildew. Other than that we enjoyed. We had a group of 12

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

TERA N.

Jul 11, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Good location

How did I enjoy my stay?, this is a yes and no answer. 1. The location was awesome, host, house staff and chef was super awesome 👌 👏. 2. The actual villa needs a major renovation. There was mold in the bathrooms, baby roaches crawling around, and 2 days without a/c on the first floor were guest spent most of their time on the second floor due to ac issues. 3. All furniture needs to be updated holes in pool furniture and and kitchen chairs. Please don't take pictures of misleading photos and post on VRBO as this is not fair to customers. Thanks Tera

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick F.

Aug 21, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation!

We stayed at Villa Pandora for 7 days with family of all ages (from baby, to teenagers and grandparents) and everyone enjoyed their stay. Everything was outstanding, from the pre-vacation communications with Bodil to organise the stay (very responsive and helpful), to the villa itself (directly on the beach, AC very effective in each room which is a necessity especially in the summer, large pool, game room which was used by everyone, very clean), to the staff which was super nice and effective and kept the house clean at all times. We bought the all inclusive package for food and drinks and were not disappointed. Kudos for the chef as all meals were soooo good! For those who are wondering if there are seaweeds in the DR, there are, but it did not prevent us from swimming in the beautiful blue ocean or walking on the white sand beach. The beach is so large that you can walk for hours (the only downside is the constant solicitation on the beach for activities and other goods). I would definitely recommend Villa Pandora. Thank you for making this family vacation a success !

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Feb 5, 2024

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Book it!

I can’t say enough positive things about this house. From booking it, to working with management company, to arriving and having staff- everything was perfect. The house is way bigger than the pictures showed. There are several layers to the house and different places to relax. Sitting on the deck and watching the ocean was my favorite thing to do. We were a group of 14 and all of us agreed this is one of the best experiences ever. We utilized the chef which I highly recommend. Makenzie assisted with our daily needs. As well as perio who helped coordinate excursions. The ladies that cleaned the house were so amazing. You are in a gated are. Tons of restaurants within walking distance. Two are right there. You can walk the beach in either direction for quite a distance. There are several shops nearby. Definitely a great place to stay just book it- you won’t be disappointed.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dileep R.

Mar 23, 2023

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Excellent

The location and views are exactly as advertised. The views from the main and upper levels of the villa were gorgeous through the day and even at night . Place is safe ,clean with excellent amenities . The house itself met our needs - comfortable beds, each room had 1-2 bathrooms, 2 clean kitchens, a refreshing pool, a big speaker, and well-stocked table games on the ground floor. The swimming pool was well maintained and is an excellent addition to the fun. Pool table , ping pong table and other entertainment amenities were excellent. And the staff - Charo and Clary made the place clean the entire duration of our stay while being discreet when necessary and helpful when you needed them . Piero and Claudia our villa managers were extremely helpful - responding to every request promptly and delivering above expectations. And Chef Roidi was our man , every meal Chef made was on point - including BBQ, seafood pasta and Dominican chicken and all the breakfasts . We took the grocery service and the prices were very reasonable and the food provided was excellent quality including the juices , fruits etc . Overall we had a Wonderfull experience at this Villa and Punta Cana and definitely will recommend .

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Aug 20, 2016

My birthday celebration

We had 16 family members 8 children between 4-11 and 8 adults. It was a trip we will always remember. I was a little afraid that there would not be enough to do with the children but that was not the case. we had plenty to do. We were greeted with open arms with our excellent staff. We can't say enough good things about them.Griselda helps interpret and helped us plan our week. She was always there to make sure everything was running smoothly. We wanted to take Charo home with us. She did things before we even asked .She was beyond fabulous !! Maria was there to help clean up . Our cook Roidy had the best meals with fresh fruits and vegetables and menu that the children even liked. We debated about an all inclusive meal plan or choosing our menu and I have to say the all inclusive worked for us. We could not take all 16 of us for dinner and we didn't have to figure out a menu everyday. We only booked one excursion before we arrived and my recommendation is to wait till you get there to book other events but we were not in busy season. My family loved every minute of it and can't wait to do another one of these trips. This staff is the best and I highly recommend using this villa Chris C

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Feb 16, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREATEST VACATION YET!!

This was our first experience staying in a Villa in a foreign country, so it was an all new experience. Our son was getting married, and we had family and friends stay together at this gorgeous 8-bedroom Villa. The breathtaking views of Bávaro beach from the balconies are incredible. It was an ideal place for some pre-wedding photos and family photos in general!! Our chef, Roidy, was absolutely outstanding! Be sure to have breakfast at the Villa at a minimum. We had the Chef prepare a Dominican dinner on our last night and ate out on the balcony. It was absolutely magnificent!! The maids, Charo and Clary, were amazing and we came home from the beach or from excursions to find clean floors, clean bedding, fresh towels, and even our laundry done and folded!! It was beyond amazing! Claudia, the Villa Assistant Manager, took care of any need that arose throughout the entire week, from getting ice last minute, helping us find things around town, translating when we needed help, and basically assisting in any way we asked. She literally feels like family now and has been encouraged to come visit us in the States! This 8-bedroom Villa is gorgeous and inviting. The views from the balconies cannot be beat!! The home was huge and the pool table, ping pong table and swimming pool kept the younger guests and even the adults entertained. Truly a very special place, we cannot express how incredible the entire experience was! A complete dream come true!!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc R.

Nov 28, 2022

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Great place for our group of 15

Amazing staff that was so nice to our family.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

ELAINE Y., Orange US

Sep 2, 2022

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Excellent choice

The location was perfect there was no need to go off the grounds. The chef was excellent we all enjoyed the 3 meals a day. The house staff was courteous, they kept the house in order. The manager made sure all your needs were met. We had a all around great trip. We loved the house very roomy. The pool was so relaxing!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Aug 11, 2022

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loved it!!

The location of this house was amazing, less than 50 feet from the beach. Seaweed was an issue but that is to be expected in early August. Overall, we felt very safe exploring the beach in both directions during daylight. There is a great inflatable waterpark at Melie Carib (about 12 minute walk) that was $20 per kid/per hour and well worth the cost!!! We went with the silver meal plan and were very happy. The food was delicious! We chose to let the chef pick the menu and it was all so good. The baked fish was our favorite!! Piero (on-site villa manager) was so helpful with planning all of our excursions and had great suggestions for us. He was able to arrange a bus for our group of 16 to go to Juanillo Beach with only 1 hour notice! The house was always clean, even with 10 kids. Pool is actually larger than it seems in pictures. It was an added bonus for the kids when we came back from beach or excursions. Looking forward to returning back to Punta Cana!!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kevin G., Woodstock, GA

Jul 12, 2022

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4.5/5

I would give this a 5 star but we unknowingly came during algae season so while we were located on the beach, we couldn’t get to/in the water unless we took the 5 minutes beach walk to a an area that was cleaned.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shiera L.

Apr 28, 2022

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Amazing stay

This villa was great for my group of 16 young adults celebrating a birthday! The rooms were spacious and beds in some rooms were able to be converted which was great for the men in my group who shared a room. The staff was awesome and the chef prepared delicious food! They were very accommodating with anything my group needed including laundry. The only thing I wish was better was the pool. It's beautiful and big, but it was pretty cold our entire stay. I wish it was a heated pool. Other than that, everything else was perfect. I will definitely book this villa again in the future and highly recommend if you have a large group.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Apr 8, 2022

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Unrivaled Experience for Big Group

Our group had a fantastic stay at Villa Pandora, which exceeded our expectations. First - the location and views are exactly as advertised. You are 100 yards from the ocean, with direct beach access: you take off your shoes, throw on your suit and head straight to the water. The views from the main and upper levels of the villa were gorgeous through the day and even at night to see the stars Beyond that - the house itself met our needs - comfortable beds, each room had 1-2 bathrooms, 2 clean kitchens, a refreshing pool, a big speaker, and well-stocked table games on the ground floor. The décor was very basic, which meant you didn't have to tip-toe around anything. And the staff - well to be honest we didn't know what to expect as none of us had stayed with live-in staff before - but simply put, they were just incredible. Charo and Clari made the place clean the entire duration of our stay while being discreet when necessary and helpful when you needed them, They even humored our "spanish-speaking" guests attempt at having a conversation. Piero, our villa manager, was extremely helpful - responding to every request promptly and delivering above expectations. We bought a drink package and Piero kept it incredibly well-stocked. And Chef - every meal Chef made was on point - including BBQ, seafood pasta and Dominican chicken (mmm) amongst plenty more. Getting breakfast served every morning was a welcome addition to a long night out. Finally, our group felt extremely safe the whole time - there is 24/7 security monitoring the gated community housing the villa, plus the numerous vendors nearby who were welcoming and always down for a good laugh. If the group ventured out late at night, Piero was always able to get us a private chauffer. I would highly recommend villa Pandora for any group looking to have good time in Punta Cana.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donovan N.

Apr 1, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Amazing. Perfect location and the Villa Manager and staff were superb.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

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