Rafael Nadal’s First Dominican Republic All-Inclusive Resort Is Now Open 

Zel, the brand created through an alliance between tennis legend Rafael Nadal and Melia, has officially held the grand opening of its Punta Cana resort, Caribbean Journal has learned. 

The all-inclusive resort is set at the former Reserve at the Paradisus Palma Real, with 190 rooms, all of which are suites. 

Melia says the property is focused on wellness, with a “Mediterranean spirit” and amenities like rotating fitness event series, a high-tech gym and a spa called AUA. 

The dining concepts range from the Japanese-fusion eatery called Nokyo to a wine bar called Silvestre.

There’s also a beach club and something called the Zel Club; the latter “brings together holistic wellness and entertainment,” Melia says. 

So what about prices? You can find rooms in March starting at $301 per night, all-inclusive, according to data from Google Hotels. 

The property had been in a soft opening since the end of December, as Caribbean Journal previously reported here.