New Dreams Resort in Punta Cana to Open Doors in February 

By: - November 16th, 2022
dreams punta cana resort by the pool

The newest Dreams all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana will be opening its doors early next year, Caribbean Journal has learned. 

The Dreams Flora Resort and Spa, the latest addition to Apple Leisure Group’s AMR Collection, will be holding its official opening in February 2023, the company confirmed. 

The all-inclusive resort will be set in the Cabeza de Toro area of greater Punta Cana. 

A rendering of the buffet restaurant at the resort.

Dreams Flora will have a total of 520 rooms and suites with “modern Caribbean inspired decor,” along with eight dining concepts and a broad offering focused on “family-friendly fun,” according to the brand. 

The 520 rooms will include a Preferred Club component; that includes everything from an exclusive lounge and special Preferred Club-only enclaves across the resort to upgraded suites and enhanced room amenities. 

what the lobby will look like

The resort will also have a signature Dreams Spa by Pevonia. 

Dreams Flora is the seventh Dreams-branded property in the Dominican Republic, and the sixth in Punta Cana. There is also a Dreams resort in La Romana. 

a bar near the beach

The AMR Collection is now part of the Hyatt portfolio, following Hyatt’s acquisition of parent company Apple Leisure Group last year. 

For more, visit Dreams Flora Resort and Spa

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