Fresh off its highly anticipated August debut, W Punta Cana is making waves—not just as the first all-inclusive property in W Hotels’ global portfolio, but as one of the Caribbean’s most ambitious culinary destinations.
This adults-only resort challenges everything travellers think they know about all-inclusive dining. Here, food is not an afterthought—it’s the main event. Guided by W’s “Adventures in Flavor” philosophy, the resort delivers a full-spectrum dining and cocktail program where design, music, culture, and cuisine collide to create a high-energy, multi-sensory escape.
“W Punta Cana was built to challenge expectations—of what an all-inclusive can be and what a W experience should feel like,” says Rolando Ramirez, Director of Beverage & Food. “Every venue has its own identity, energy, and point of view, giving guests the freedom to explore and indulge without boundaries.”
A Chef-Driven Vision with Global Influence
Leading the culinary charge is Executive Chef Julio Cesar Valdivia, an acclaimed Peruvian chef with more than two decades of experience across six countries. His approach is rooted in storytelling—using flavor, texture, and emotion to create dining experiences that feel expressive, immersive, and deeply memorable.
Across six signature restaurants and six bars and lounges, guests move effortlessly from rooftop Nikkei cuisine to Mediterranean-inspired beachfront dining and modern interpretations of Dominican classics—each space offering a distinct mood and rhythm.
Where to Eat (and Linger) at W Punta Cana
Scena
The resort’s culinary anchor, Scena delivers W Punta Cana’s most elevated dining experience. An intimate open kitchen and refined Caribbean design set the stage for a menu that reimagines Dominican and regional flavors through a contemporary, technique-driven lens.
Trade Market
A lively, cosmopolitan food hall inspired by global street markets. Multiple live-action counters, bold graphic design, and Dominican ingredients meet international flavors in a space that shifts seamlessly from breakfast through late night.
Noodle Bar
Casual, comforting, and full of flavor, the Noodle Bar channels the energy of Asian street dining with hand-pulled noodles, wok-fired dishes, and layered broths served in a warm, wood-and-stone setting.
Satsuma (Rooftop)
One of the resort’s standout venues, Satsuma pairs panoramic mountain-to-sea views with Nikkei-inspired cuisine. Expect citrus-forward seafood, curated cocktails, and golden-hour sunsets that stretch into long, stylish evenings.
Taman Beach Club & WET® Deck
Mediterranean in spirit and social by nature, Taman Beach Club flows from relaxed beachfront lunches into sunset cocktails. Above it, the WET® Deck by the infinity pool is designed for shared plates, spritzes, curated playlists, and slow, sun-soaked afternoons.
Taproom
Industrial, communal, and unapologetically social, Taproom offers rotating craft beers and IPAs in a laid-back setting that brings W’s signature edge to the classic resort bar.
33 1/3 Speakeasy
Hidden behind a humidor shop, this discreet listening lounge is made for late-night discovery. Think cigar rolling, vinyl collections, arcade games, bespoke cocktails, and an atmosphere that feels equal parts retro and rebellious.
Bars, Lounges, and Around-the-Clock Indulgence
Beyond the headline venues, the resort’s social rhythm continues at the Living Room Bar, Chill Pool Bar, The Plaza Bar, and Sensazioni—a hybrid dining, performance, and cocktail space that transforms with nightly programming. Guests also enjoy 24/7 in-room dining and fully stocked minibars, all included as part of the all-inclusive experience.
“Every dish here tells a story,” says Chef Valdivia. “We’re passionate about innovation and the energy food brings to people’s lives. This is about defining the next generation of all-inclusive dining.”
More Than a Culinary Destination
Beyond the table, W Punta Cana delivers a fully reimagined adults-only escape shaped by wellness, design, music, and local culture. Mornings begin with ARISE programming, balance is restored at the FIT® studio and AWAY® Spa, and evenings unfold across inventive social spaces and 14,000 square feet of indoor event venues designed for everything from creative gatherings to intimate celebrations.
Vibrant, liberated, and unapologetically bold, W Punta Cana offers a fresh vision of Caribbean luxury—one where flavor, freedom, and self-expression lead the way.
