incredible vacation destination resort just returned incredible 5 day vacation iberostar barvarro resort, trip dominican republic definitely not, resort fantastic layout facilities convenient grounds spotless impeccably groomed staff cleaning pleasant speak hello beach beautiful difficult accurately, read reviews trip positive critical, visit think critical reviews travelers tend extremely difficult, used apple vacations smooth entry delay punta cana airport customs, transfer resort quick 30 minute ride, roads little bumpy times ok better experienced jamaica, check-in smooth approx, 15 minutes, arriving initially booked unrenovated room requested renovated room 2nd floor 20 relocated nicely renovated room minutes.we room 1057 located building outside row resort, peaceful balcony overlooked land clearing door new resort, n't noisy attractive, not really problem want relax usually bars beach, balcony large table chair small built-in sofa, room nice, 2 double beds not problem moved nightstand pushed beds large king, sitting area step sofa areas tables tv, mini fridge stays stocked coke diet coke sprite water, think refilled day, not problem beverages times, 24 hour room service great meals ordered 1:00 incrediblely tasty, bath great separate tub large glass shower shampoo soap dispensers ceramic tile, no outlet adapters needed read, maid service kept room spotless times, day little cut flowers room noticed tiny ants bath, flushed flowers killed ants told maid allergic no flowers not problem, left 2 small gift day.we usually awake beach 7:00 placed towels beach chairs palapas thatched umbrellas beach abundance chairs palapas fast, best little secret palapas area right resort beach bar middle palapas, serves hotdogs fries grilled ham/chz, fyi family vacationers topless beach, not obscene n't bring children, pool beautiful chairs umbrellas swim-up bar restaurant eating areas, just happen prefer beach definitely beautiful beach experienced jamaica nassau ixtapa cancun cozumel comparison.we all-inclusive resorts 5-star food resort far exceeds experienced, wed night lobster night buffet roasted pig oyster bar sushi, ate steak restaurant ribeye minimal fat flavorful no steak sauce needed, reservations japanese decided check-out sports bar pleasantly surprised great menu decided eat great nachos steak fajitas steak beer-battered shrimp, great sports bar tv including large big-screen pool tables surprisingly air conditioning restaurant areas outdoor covered areas, enjoyed sports bar did n't make highly recommended japanese rest.each night entertainment conveniently located open area lobby bar large table bar stool available, nightly shows actually entertaining resort entertainment seen.there shopping markets beach right, haggling necessary expect pay 25 price given, items gift shop reasonablly priced.for expect guests adhere 12:00 noon check-out, 4:40 pm return flight took bags ready shower 2 rooms/shower areas located right lobby guests late flights use, checked room stayed beach 1-1:30 took quick shower caught 2:00 shuttle airport, sorry lenghtly tried cover possible helpful resort choice, resort definitely returning near future,