About Cocotal Golf Club

Cocotal Golf Club at the Barcelo Bávaro Beach Resort is one of the most accessible and popular resort courses in Punta Cana. Designed by Spanish architect José Pepe Gancedo, it is a large, well-maintained course that handles enormous volumes of all-inclusive resort guests without feeling crowded. Not the most dramatic course in the DR, but well designed and consistently enjoyable.

Designed by José Pepe Gancedo and opened in 1997, Cocotal Golf Club has established itself as one of the premier golf experiences in the Caribbean. With 0 oceanfront holes and a par of 72 over 7000 yards, it demands both accuracy and courage from players of all levels.

For golfers visiting the Dominican Republic, Cocotal Golf Club pairs naturally with a stay at Villa Espada in Cap Cana — a luxury private villa with concierge tee time booking across all major DR courses.

Best Holes at Cocotal Golf Club

  • Hole 6: Long par 5 with water running the entire right side — the signature risk-reward hole
  • Hole 12: Par 3 over a large lake — the most photographed hole at Cocotal
  • Hole 15: Uphill par 4 with ocean glimpses from the fairway on clear days
  • Hole 18: Finishing hole over water to a green surrounded by the resort clubhouse

Course Details & Green Fees

  • Par: 72 — Length: 7000 yards (back tees)
  • Architect: José Pepe Gancedo (1997)
  • Oceanfront Holes: 0
  • Green Fees: Approximately $100–150 USD (check official website for current rates)
  • Caddies: Strongly recommended
  • Best Time: November–April (dry season)

Where to Stay — Golf Villa Rentals

Cocotal is ideal for golfers staying at the Barcelo Bávaro or nearby all-inclusive resorts. For a premium experience, upgrade to Villa Espada at Cap Cana — 20 minutes away — for access to Punta Espada.

For the ultimate Caribbean golf base, consider Villa Espada — a private luxury villa inside Cap Cana, steps from Punta Espada Golf Course and within easy reach of courses across the eastern Dominican Republic. The villa staff can arrange tee times at Cocotal Golf Club and other top courses.

Alternatively, Teeth of the Dog Villa and Punta Espada Villa offer other premium options inside leading DR golf resorts.