If you are plotting a tropical escape to the Dominican Republic for the upcoming winter season, you might want to pause your booking and take a close look at the latest major development in Bavaro. Punta Cana is already famous for its perfectly pristine beaches, endless sunshine, and massive all inclusive options. However, one of the most beloved properties on the island is about to look completely different, and it is going to change the standard for luxury in the region.
The Majestic Colonial Punta Cana is officially reopening its doors on November 5, 2026, following a massive, comprehensive resort overhaul. While the headline price tag sits at a staggering 60 million dollars, the impressive scale of these renovations touches literally every single corner of the property. From completely gutted guest suites to a brand new immersive water park, the official releases from Majestic Resorts outline some incredibly exciting upgrades.
A Complete Suite Redesign
When the resort welcomes guests back this November, they will be stepping into completely brand new spaces. Over 600 guest suites across both the All Ages Family Section and the 18 and older adults only Colonial Club have been completely stripped down and rebuilt from scratch. Whether you are traveling with toddlers or looking for a quiet couples retreat, the rooms feel entirely revitalized.
The design team heavily prioritized upgrading the in room amenities to match modern luxury standards. Every single renovated room now features a completely remodeled bathroom equipped with a massive indoor soaking bathtub. Even better, every room now boasts an exterior private Jacuzzi located right on the outdoor terrace or balcony. There is absolutely nothing better than ending a long day in the Caribbean sun by soaking in a private hot tub with a cold drink in hand while listening to the ocean.
Introducing The Massive Family Suites
Finding a hotel room that comfortably fits a larger family without forcing you to book two separate connecting rooms is always a frustrating challenge. To fix this common travel headache, the resort converted existing units to introduce an entirely new room category, bringing the total room count across the property to 636.
The property now features 30 brand new Family Suites that are incredibly spacious. Measuring a sprawling 1,025 square feet, these massive suites are specifically designed to comfortably accommodate up to six guests at a time. Parents get plenty of highly requested privacy with a main bedroom featuring a plush king size bed. The kids have their own dedicated space in a separate living area equipped with two pull down Murphy beds and a pull out sofa bed. Best of all, getting ready for a dinner reservation is completely frictionless because these suites feature two full bathrooms.
The Immersive Caribbean Water Park
The absolute crown jewel of this massive renovation project is the new Caribbean Water Park. Designed as a multi zone aquatic playground for all ages, the park features multiple high speed water slides, a relaxing winding lazy river, and dedicated safe splash sections for younger age groups.
Instead of relying on generic plastic structures and bright primary colors, the park leans heavily into a gorgeous natural design motif. The visual elements draw direct inspiration from the stunning Los Haitises National Park located on the northeastern coast of the Dominican Republic. You will find incredible mangrove style landscaping, intricate limestone formations, and beautiful indigenous Taino artistic elements woven throughout the entire water park. It truly feels like an extension of the island itself.
Upgraded Dining And Resort Grounds
You cannot have a major resort overhaul without completely refreshing the culinary scene. Majestic Colonial is introducing Toscana, a brand new Italian specialty restaurant that features a gorgeous al fresco outdoor dining terrace. If you prefer authentic local flavors, the Taino Mexican restaurant has been fully reconstructed to include a massively expanded open air terrace for dining under the stars. The popular Supreme International Buffet also received a complete interior and layout modernization. This smart redesign completely streamlines the buffet service, adds engaging live cooking stations, and greatly expands seating capacity so you never have to wait long for a table.
Stepping outside the restaurants, the property feels entirely revitalized. The main pool decks surrounding the signature river style pool system underwent complete structural resurfacing to feature highly modern lounging layouts. The structural facelifts also extend to the exterior walkways, new ambient lighting, and upgraded common areas across the entire resort footprint.
Finally, travelers looking to keep up with their daily workouts will love the fitness center overhaul. The gym space has been completely updated with brand new cardio machines and heavy weight training equipment in beautifully updated workout spaces.
With these massive upgrades, the Majestic Colonial is positioning itself to compete aggressively with its neighboring sister properties like the Majestic Elegance and Majestic Mirage. If you are looking at travel dates for late 2026 or 2027, this revitalized property demands a spot at the very top of your list.
Renovation Highlights
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