Our stay at A23 Punta Palmera was nothing short of exceptional. The place was spotless, and after booking, the host provided detailed information that answered every question, plus a few we didnât even know we had. Talk about being prepared!
We had considered an all-inclusive but wanted something different. I didnât want a week of watered-down drinks, rushing to the pool in the morning to claim a chair, or paying for archery lessons, yoga classes, and a gym I knew I wouldnât use. Plus, thereâs always that dreaded timeshare pitch I somehow can never escape, and the generic 9:00 p.m. showâhow many cover bands, "revised" versions of Grease, or Michael Jackson impersonators can I pretend to enjoy?
The property definitely exceeded expectations. The host really undersold it. Not only was everything in the listing spot-on, but there were surprises tooâlike an outdoor kitchen on the terrace, which overlooks the water. The beach is only about 100 yards awayâno views of pools or other units, just uninterrupted ocean views. Perfect for morning coffee in complete privacy.
The beds? Letâs just say I had the best sleep Iâve had in years. The combination of fresh ocean air and quiet surroundings made it incredibly restful. The area is super private, with security passes required to enter Cap Cana. Visiting in the slow season was a smart moveâwe basically had the beach and the pool to ourselves. It was like we rented the whole place out, minus the hefty price tag.
The kitchen was well-stocke
