Karisma Hotels & Resorts and Margaritaville will open the new Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana in October 2021. This will mark the second resort for the Island Reserve brand created in partnership with Karisma and Margaritaville—and the first in the Dominican Republic. Bookings open today with a grand opening rate starting at $209 per person per night.
Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana sits on Playa Juanillo, which is renowned for its miles of pristine white sand beaches, turquoise waters and sunsets. Located 15 minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport, Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana will have 228 suites and 40 villas. The “no worries” experience is complete by the resort’s local Island Ambassadors who will cater to guests’ every need, as well as rooms outfitted with modern conveniences, such as customized in-room refreshment centers with goodies from Joe Merchant and access to Karisma’s Island Reserve Inclusive 24-hour in-room dining.
Guests will have 13 room types to choose from, including swim-up and honeymoon suites as well as signature villas. The Jimmy Buffett Suite offers views of the Caribbean Sea from the top floor of the main guest building, complete with sprawling indoor and outdoor entertainment spaces, including a 300-square-foot furnished terrace and a custom-built grill for private dining experiences.
Villa Accommodations
A signature element of the property is the 40 ultra-luxe Island Reserve villas where guests have exclusive access to a sprawling lagoon pool and an S.O.S. Swim Up Bar, featuring hanging beds to relax in comfort. Providing the ultimate indulgence, each villa features a king-size bed, kitchenette, breakfast bar, living room, and expansive outdoor terrace offering either a private pool or direct access to the lagoon pool.
Entertainment and Nightlife in the Gourmet Village
At the heart of the resort, the Gourmet Village will provide guests with a place to relax and have fun; it will be home to music, entertainment, and culinary and mixology offerings. The destination includes the Margaritaville Main Stage, which will provide daily entertainment and tropical tunes to complement the vibrant seaside setting. Here, guests will also find dining options galore with seven of the resort’s 10 food and beverage locations, from exquisitely prepared pastas at Frank & Lola’s Italian Trattoria, to choice cuts at JWB Steakhouse and Pan Asian specialties at Mon So Wi.
Adjacent to the infinity pool will be the centrally located hotspot Rum Runners, where guests can mix, mingle, and enjoy an expertly crafted menu with nods to the Dominican Republic and West Indies’ long history of producing some of the best rum in the world. The 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar & Swim Up Bar, boasting views of Juanillo Beach, will serve poolside cocktails, cold beer and margaritas.
At Sports Hub, located in the Gourmet Village, guests can sign up for their favorite activities, from pickleball to tennis and aqua fitness classes. Those looking to indulge can enjoy 11,000 square feet of rest and relaxation at St. Somewhere Spa, while the 2,200-square-foot Fins Up! Fitness Center will be open 24 hours for anyone who wants to re-energize, tone, or embark upon a new workout challenge. Little ones will also be kept engaged at Parakeet Kid’s Club where a variety of fun, supervised daily activities await. Plus, the resort’s Sky Wedding location, with views from a private rooftop, will make for the ultimate romantic setting for exchanging vows.
Island Reserve Inclusive Experience and Bookings
Bookings open today with Island Reserve Inclusive rates covering all accommodations with tax, premium food and beverage offerings, 24-hour room service, Island Ambassador personal concierge service, and more. Grand opening rates start at $209 per person per night for bookings through June 15, 2021 for travel from October 1 through June 30, 2022.
To ensure a holistic approach to guest safety and wellness, Karisma Hotels & Resorts created a comprehensive well-being program called "Karisma Peace of Mind," which includes a free, on-site antigen test for guests traveling to the U.S. per Centers for Disease Control and Prevention requirements.
For more information, visit www.margaritavilleislandreserveresorts.com.
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