The wellness-focused Zel Punta Cana Resort in the Dominican Republic is a short walk from Bavaro Beach.

The third Zel outpost, Zel Punta Cana, just opened onthe east coast of the Dominican Republic.

The resort features a Mediterranean buffet with outdoor seating, a Japanese restaurant, and a Greek-Mexican fusion spot.

Exterior of the Zel Punta Cana resort

Exterior view of the Zel Punta Cana resort in the Dominican Republic.Credit:Courtesy of Meliá Hotels

There are already two more Zel hotels in the works in Madrid and Sayulita, Mexico.

The average nightly rate at Zel Punta Cana is $450, and you might book your stay onmelia.com.

resort swim out bar

The Parda Swim Out Bar.Courtesy of Meliá Hotels

Zel Swim-Up Master Suite pools

The pool and cabanas at the Zel Swim-Up Master Suite.Courtesy of Meliá Hotels

A bedroom at Zel Punta Cana

Interior of the ZEL Master Suite Swim Up Bedroom.THIAGO DA CUNHA/Courtesy of Meliá Hotels

A Terrace at Zel Punta Cana

A lounger on the Casa Zel Terrace.Courtesy of Meliá Hotels

The resort spa

The entrance to the AUA Spa.Courtesy of Meliá Hotels

Zel Punta Cana fitness room

Aerial yoga hammock’s in the resorts fitness studio.Courtesy of Meliá Hotels