Meliá and Rafael Nadal to open Zel Punta Cana on December 12

Punta Cana.- Meliá Hotels International, in partnership with tennis star Rafael Nadal, will launch Zel Punta Cana on December 12, blending relaxation with sports in a unique all-inclusive experience. This new resort marks the global expansion of the Zel brand, following its success in Spain.

Located just 30 minutes from Punta Cana International Airport, Zel Punta Cana sits next to Playa Bávaro and features 190 rooms designed to connect guests with nature. The hotel offers swim-up suites, private gardens, hydromassage terraces, and Balinese beds, catering to couples, families, and groups seeking relaxation and well-being.

Gabriel Escarrer, CEO of Meliá Hotels, described Zel as an “authentic Mediterranean embassy” and expressed excitement about introducing the brand’s lifestyle to the Caribbean. Rafael Nadal added that Zel embodies his personal values of relaxation, sport, and connection, offering a vacation experience close to his way of life.