The Best Golf Resorts in The Dominican Republic

The Dominican Republic is widely regarded as one of the top golf destinations in the Caribbean, offering a mix of world‑class course design, dramatic oceanfront holes, and upscale resort experiences. Many properties also combine all‑inclusive convenience with high‑end amenities, beaches, spas, fine dining, and family‑friendly activities. Punta Cana in particular is a premier destination and stands out for its concentration of championship courses and resorts, making it a favorite for golf vacations. Below are featured Golf Resorts in the Dominican Republic.

Featured Golf Resort in the Dominican Republic

Westin Puntacana Resort & Club – Punta Cana

The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club, a luxurious beachfront haven on the pristine Playa Blanca in Punta Cana’s exclusive Puntacana Resort & Club community in the Dominican Republic, offering a serene Caribbean escape with ocean-view rooms and suites featuring plush Westin Heavenly Beds, modern amenities, and private balconies overlooking the turquoise sea or lush surroundings. Guests enjoy an expansive outdoor pool, a full-service Six Senses Spa for rejuvenating treatments, a 24-hour fitness center with wellness classes, multiple dining venues serving fresh local and international cuisine, beach access for swimming and water activities, tennis courts, a kids’ club, and proximity to the vibrant Town of Punta Cana for shopping and entertainment. Its premier golf facilities provide preferred access for resort guests to the acclaimed Puntacana Resort & Club courses, including the stunning La Cana Golf Course—a 27-hole layout (three nines: Tortuga, Hacienda, and Arrecife) designed by P.B. Dye, featuring 14 holes with breathtaking ocean views and a reputation as one of the region’s top courses often compared to Pebble Beach; plus the championship Corales Golf Course, a Tom Fazio masterpiece with dramatic oceanfront holes, including the iconic “Devil’s Elbow”, hosting PGA TOUR events and delivering unforgettable coastal play. Supported by practice ranges, pro shops, expert instruction, and tailored Stay & Play packages, these world-class seaside layouts blend sport, nature, and stunning vistas for golfers of all levels right within this eco-conscious tropical paradise.

Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection – Adults Only – Punta Cana, Cap Cana

The Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Resort, Dominican Republic, an adults-only all-inclusive sanctuary in the exclusive Cap Cana enclave of Punta Cana, evokes the romance of a colonial Spanish castle town perched on cliffs overlooking turquoise Caribbean waters and pristine white-sand beaches, offering luxurious suites, including oceanfront villas and private island options, with elegant furnishings, private terraces or plunge pools, plush bedding, and breathtaking sea views. This serene, romantic retreat features six sparkling pools, a world-class spa, multiple à la carte restaurants showcasing Italian, seafood, Asian, steakhouse, and buffet dining, seven bars, beach cabanas, water sports, fitness facilities, tennis courts, live entertainment, and complimentary transportation throughout the gated community. Its premier golf facilities provide seamless guest access, often with complimentary shuttle service to the legendary Punta Espada Golf Club, a Jack Nicklaus Signature 18-hole championship course with eight dramatic oceanfront holes playing along and over the sea, strategic bunkers, undulating greens, emerald fairways contrasting against azure waters, and panoramic Caribbean vistas from every angle. Supported by forecaddies, practice facilities, a pro shop, and expert services, this bucket-list layout—having hosted PGA Tour Champions events—delivers an elite, challenging yet scenic golf experience for players of all levels, perfectly complementing the resort’s luxurious, adults-only Caribbean paradise.

St. Regis Cap Cana Resort – Punta Espada, Cap Cana 

The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort, an ultra-luxurious haven in the exclusive Cap Cana enclave of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, captivates with its opulent 200 rooms and suites, including lavish swim-out options and villas, featuring timeless elegance, plush furnishings, signature St. Regis Butler Service, private balconies with ocean or golf views, and impeccable service amid lush tropical gardens and a pristine private beach. Guests savor four distinctive pools, the rejuvenating St. Regis Spa for indulgent treatments, multiple fine-dining venues and bars offering gourmet cuisine and cocktails, a fitness center, kids’ club, water sports, tennis, and curated experiences like sunset sails or cultural outings. Its premier golf facilities offer unparalleled convenience, adjacent to the legendary Punta Espada Golf Club, a Jack Nicklaus Signature 18-hole championship course, ranked #1 in the Caribbean and Mexico by Golfweek and among the world’s finest, with eight dramatic holes playing along and over the turquoise Caribbean Sea, emerald fairways contrasting azure waters, strategic bunkers, water hazards, undulating greens, and breathtaking coastal vistas from every angle. Supported by practice ranges, caddies, pro shop services, and tailored Stay & Play packages for resort guests, this bucket-list layout delivers elite, challenging yet scenic play perfectly complementing the resort’s sophisticated Caribbean luxury. A great premier golf resort in the Dominican Republic.

Bahia Principe Grand La Romana – La Romana

The Bahia Principe Grand La Romana, a family-friendly all-inclusive resort on the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic in a gorgeous bay setting, offers a relaxed tropical escape with spacious rooms featuring modern comforts and private balconies, direct access to a beautiful sandy beach ideal for swimming and relaxation, a large lake-style pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, a full-service spa for massages and treatments, a gym with fitness classes, multiple dining options including six restaurants serving international and local cuisine, five bars, kids’ programs with the Bahia Kids club, entertainment shows, tennis courts, water sports, and vibrant nightlife with a disco. Its golf facilities provide access to the PGA Ocean’s 4 Golf Club, featuring an 18-hole championship course, adapted to the coastal terrain with a variety of iconic landscapes, plus a complementary 9-hole executive course and practice areas suited for players of all skill levels—delivering one of the region’s most spectacular and playable golf experiences.

For those looking for an adults – only inclusive experience in this area there is also the sister property Bahia Principe Luxury Bouganville – Adults Only – La Romana, with access to the PGA Ocean’s 4 Golf Club as well.

JOIA Iberostar Grand Bavaro – Adults Only – Playa Bavaro, Punta Cana

The JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar, an exquisite adults-only, all-inclusive 5-star luxury resort on the iconic Bávaro Beach in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, delivers sophisticated Caribbean elegance with spacious suites featuring ocean or garden views, private balconies, premium amenities like butler service in select categories, plush bedding, and refined décor amid lush tropical gardens and original sculptures. Guests enjoy three shimmering outdoor pools with ocean vistas, a world-class spa for indulgent treatments, multiple gourmet restaurants, bars and lounges, a fitness center, tennis courts, a nightclub, select water sports, beachfront relaxation on pristine white sands, and exceptional personalized service. Its premier golf facilities offer direct access to the on-site Iberostar Bávaro Golf Club, an acclaimed 18-hole championship par-72 course masterfully designed by P.B. Dye, featuring dramatic undulations, lakes, streams, desert-like areas, a signature waterfall, and panoramic tropical views. Supported by practice facilities including a driving range, putting green, pro shop, and PGA instruction. This memorable, playable yet challenging layout suits golfers of all levels, perfectly enhancing the resort’s upscale, adults-only tropical paradise.

Additional Iberostar properties in Punta Cana, that feature golf access at a variety of price points:

Iberostar Selection Bavaro Suites – Playa Bavaria, Punta Cana

Coral Level at Iberostar Selection Bavaro – Playa Bavaria, Punta Cana

Iberostar Dominicana – Playa Bavaro, Punta Cana