Casinos open to the public in Punta Cana

[Bklynny]

Hi everyone:

My husband and I have only been to Punta Cana once and we're planning another trip but have a question about
casinos. Last time we went to the Hard Rock casino a few times but want to know if there are also any other casinos open to the public around the PC area? I could swear I saw one somewhat near Gladys'? Or am I wrong?

A friend told me we can pay for a pass to use the casinos in some of the resorts but I think that would add up fairly quickly. We've got a condo and a car rented so getting around is not a problem.

Any other casinos in the area we can check out? Also, there are no casinos in Cap Cana, or at least none that are open to the public, correct?

 

[PJT]

Casinos

There is a casino in El Cortecito opposit the entrance of the Carabela Resort, same street as
Posada de Gladys.

The casinos at the Paradisus and Melia resorts are open to the public. When you stop at the resort entrance you tell the guards you are going to the casinos and they will allow you to pass.



Regards,

PJT

 

[Bklynny]

PJT:

Thank you so much! That's just the information I was looking for. Yes, it was the Carabela that I had seen. So I wasn't imagining it.

I didn't realize those two resorts allowed you to go in to the casino. Good to know.

 

[SKY]

Any other casino in PC is a joke compared to the Hard Rock. Don't waste your time, just head over to the Hard Rock.

 

[Dolores1]

Casinos in Punta Cana area:

Punta Cana casinos are at:
Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana
Catalonia Bavaro
Barcel? B?varo Palace Deluxe
Meli? Caribe Tropical
Now Larimar
Grand Palladium Palace Resort
B?varo Princess All Suites Resort, Spa & Casino
Majestic Colonial Punta Cana
Riu Palace Macao
Ocean Blue & Sand Golf & Beach Resort
Iberostar Dominicana
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana
Sirenis Cocotal Beach Casino & Aqua Games
Excellence Punta Cana
BeLive Grand Punta Cana
Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa
Gran Bah?a Principe B?varo
Princess Tower Casino

Of these, the Princess Tower Casino is outside a hotel.

 

[Bklynny]

Sky: Yes, I've heard that but want to check out some others as well.

Dolores - Most of those do not allow public access, correct? I assume they are just for guests at most of the hotels?

 

[tottie]

Sorry A bit off the subject...I'm new to this forum. How do you post?

 

[SKY]

Sky: Yes, I've heard that but want to check out some others as well.

Dolores - Most of those do not allow public access, correct? I assume they are just for guests at most of the hotels?

If you want to check out others I would suggest Princess Tower Casino. It is in just past Bavaro Plaza on your right. Not in a hotel as Dolores said. But a nice Casino. But for dice I think only the Hard Rock would fit.

 

[Bklynny]

Thanks Sky. Will do for sure!

 

[Dolores1]

Sky: Yes, I've heard that but want to check out some others as well.

Dolores - Most of those do not allow public access, correct? I assume they are just for guests at most of the hotels?

I would think a good number of these hotels allow public access to the casinos. Some will bundle casino playing with a show for a night pass. But the Princess Tower Casino is outside a hotel and open to the general public.

 

[Jaime809]

There is a casino in El Cortecito opposit the entrance of the Carabela Resort, same street as
Posada de Gladys.

The casino at Vista Sol (nee Carabela) isn't open anymore. They seem to be renovating the space, who knows what they'll do with it when done.

 

[Jaime809]

Tower Casino's floor (when I was last there) was horrendous. All but threadbare and you could feel the wood flooring give with many a step.

A lot of the resorts have smaller casinos, but if it's on the resort property, security may not let you in. Hard Rock Resort has the casino split from the space for resort guests, so there's no issue with non-guests entering. But it's way north along the strip of resorts. Tower is probably the better casino in Bavaro proper. Hopefully they have improved the flooring.

 

[Bklynny]

Yes, we've been to Hard Rock's casino and really like it. The drive is kind of a pain to do every night though so that's why I wanted to see if there were others closer. We're renting at Stanza Mare. Too bad the Carabella is closed - That's a perfect distance, but I'll try the Tower definitely.

Thanks everyone! As usual, I can always count on getting the information I need from the people on here!

 

[Tamborista]

Sky: Yes, I've heard that but want to check out some others as well.

Dolores - Most of those do not allow public access, correct? I assume they are just for guests at most of the hotels?

EVERY Casino is open to the public, they are all more than happy to take your Pesos, USD, or Euros.

 

[Criss Colon]

Actually, EVERY casino is NOT open to the public!
My friend's company has dozens of casinos, some are only for the "AI' where they are located guests.
He has some "Agreements" with some of the "AI's", to provide outsiders staying at other "AI's",special bracelets to enter, but only into the casino.
They really don't want local Dominicans to come in.
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[Bklynny]

Maybe I'll contact a few of the AI's to see if they'll allow us to come in beforehand.

 

[Ricky_E]

Other casino open to public!

Hi u can visit Tower Casino... it is an accessible place, safe and good ambience, they have a very good service and offer different activities including my favorite MONEY SHOWER, they also have free transportation and we were picked up at our hotel, just call and they pick you up.

I hope my answer can help u!

 

[Bklynny]

Thanks Ricky!