We stayed at Meliá Punta Cana Resort for six nights and had a great experience. The resort felt very safe, and the staff were kind and attentive. The room was spotless, cleaned daily with fresh towels, and had working AC.
The beach was beautiful, though there was some seaweed the last two days—probably due to wind. The shuttle transportation around the resort was super helpful.
Food was good overall. Breakfast and lunch were buffet-only and offered good variety. Dinner was either buffet or by reservation at restaurants. Muoi was my favorite. Desserts lacked variety, but the ice cream was delicious (though it ran out fast). Drinks were okay—note that Red Bull and Corona cost an extra $5.
There were plenty of fun activities, like pool aerobics, evening dancing in the main lobby, and a foam party. The gym was clean and convenient as well.
I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely return. The combination of cleanliness, safety, friendly service, and entertainment made it a wonderful trip.