The best accommodations Dominican Republic

The recently opened eco-friendly and self-sufficient Las Galeras Village is home to a number of villas set amidst a vibrant tropical landscape. Designed by Italian architect Stefania Vanoglio, the villas are linear and modern in design, while maintaining an eco-sustainable vision of tourism and living. Perfectly suited to families and couples but also to those seeking a spiritual retreat, the place also houses a very good Italian restaurant.

Set in the heart of a tropical garden, this is the village's first eco-responsible resort. And for a first, it's a success! The villas are made of authentic palm leaves, wood and bamboo. The bungalows (2 to 15 people) are almost all equipped with a natural swimming pool or surrounded by a small water path. All are equipped with a kitchen. Incredible breakfast. 5 minutes from the beach. Very private hotel, we love it!

A complete establishment for families who can rent double rooms or apartments for up to six people. There are shops, a games room, a spa, a gym, a restaurant, a wine bar, a swimming pool and a water park with games and a large slide that will undoubtedly appeal to your children. In another register, there is also a chapel. It is also possible to organize a day trip to the island of Saona, including meals and snorkeling equipment.

The Cofresi Palm Beach & Spa Resort is a 4-star hotel located on a beach in Bahia Cofresi Bay. It offers 468 casual-style rooms with balcony or terrace, flat-screen TV and minibar. Some rooms offer bay views and feature a kitchenette and/or whirlpool bath in the bathroom. The hotel has 11 restaurants, 12 bars, 12 outdoor pools and a beach. It also offers 2 spas, 2 gyms, 4 tennis courts, a kids' club and a playground. Water sports activities are also available. Wi-Fi is free and breakfast is included. Parking is also free. Rooms score 2.0, location 3.7 and services and facilities 3.8.

The Bahia Principe Luxury Esmeralda is a 5-star hotel located on Arena Gorda beach in Punta Cana. It is a 14-minute walk from Punta Blanca Golf Club and 14 km from Dolphin Island Park. The hotel's elegant suites feature a balcony or terrace, four-poster bed, minibar, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, whirlpool bath and tea and coffee making facilities. Meals and drinks are included and served free of charge in the 6 restaurants and 8 bars on site. Guests can enjoy non-motorized water sports and bicycle rental at no extra charge. The hotel also features 2 swimming pools, a gym, a kids' club and a water park. A spa offering beauty treatments and massages is also available.

Located on a palm-fringed beach along the Atlantic coast, Excellence Punta Cana is a 5-star adults-only resort. Elegant suites feature verandas, whirlpool baths and free Wi-Fi. Some boast ocean views, while others include a private plunge pool and/or access to a butler service lounge. The hotel offers two outdoor pools, two whirlpools, a spa, a fitness center and sports courts. It also has ten bars and nine restaurants, including a lobster restaurant set in an open-air palapa. Guests can enjoy horseback riding, scuba diving and archery.

This charming hotel, part of The Oxo House group, stands on the side of an ancient ^16th-century house. The adjoining part has been renovated and the garden enhanced, bringing contemporary comfort to this historic site. The eleven rooms, decorated with old bricks, marble and four-poster beds and mosaics, are sure to delight. On-site catering and four breakfast options. Teak roof terrace with cocktail bar, deckchairs and whirlpool for a moment of relaxation overlooking the city's rooftops. Private parking.

The largest hotel in Miches, and certainly not the last! The Temptation is much more than just a hotel: it's a place to meet new people. Its olé olé evenings have made it a much sought-after venue for couples in search of new sensual experiences. Sublime suites in a modern setting by the sea. Evenings are organized around twice a month, to the delight of both local and visiting libertine couples. Magnificent lagoon pool, adult only.

Situated in an idyllic setting over the Yaque del Norte River, this hotel with 45 rooms, 5 swimming pools and 2 restaurants is one of the most beautiful addresses in the region. You can see the rafting groups from the rooms. Opened in 2002, it is one of the first hotels to promote ecotourism in the country. The rooms could do with a little refreshment. The hotel offers all kinds of activities (mountain biking, rafting, canyoning, hiking) in the area.

The Extreme hotel is for the sporty individual traveller. It has a yoga loft (yoga classes every morning), a real circus centre, a fitness room, a large swimming pool and a kitesurfing centre. The hotel is also eco-responsible and runs exclusively on solar energy. At the back, a permaculture farm grows various vegetables and an impressive amount of mint which is used in the restaurant and bar. The 22 rooms, all identical and without particular charm, are located in the main building.

The manager, Mrs Carmen, welcomes you with joy and good mood, like a real Italian mamma, in this small establishment offering about fifteen rooms, simple, charming and of an irreproachable cleanliness. It is one of the best value for money in Las Terrenas, especially for the apartment, spacious and fully equipped. The establishment is divided into several units through a peaceful garden where plants and flowers are displayed in profusion. Very quiet and a stone's throw from the beach. What more could you ask for? We love it!

This hotel is not lacking in charm. Just 300 meters from the main square, the 450-year-old colonial architectural style blends with a touch of Mosquito Boutique Hotel's own modernity. An excellent base for exploring the capital. It's impossible not to mention the trendy bar on the first floor and the Peruvian restaurant. A friendly and helpful welcome. An address offering good value for money.

The charm of this splendid villa, planted in front of the sea, does not leave indifferent. The architecture and the furniture all in wood, as well as the colonial style decoration, thought in the least details, confer to the residence an exotic environment disorienting. The villa has three ultra-comfortable bedrooms, each with air conditioning and its own bathroom. The breathtaking view of the Caribbean beach goes hand in hand with the gentle sound of the waves. Just a few steps from the house, the beautiful Beach Club pool is open to residents.

Chocolate jungle is an ecolodge that is part of an experimental project on cocoa cultivation. You can come for a day to visit the factory, the field (natural pools on the spot!) and the store, but also eat at the organic restaurant and immerse yourself in a chocolate pool! If you don't choose the day pass (9am-4:30pm), the 24h version is recommended (from 3pm to 3pm the next day): tiny houses, cabins, glamping and camping in the middle of cocoa and bamboo fields will be your home. An instructive disconnection!

You will enjoy a nice view of the bay and the port of Samaná from the rooms of this modest but very reasonably priced hotel, located in the city centre. It offers visitors about 20 spacious and well-equipped rooms with an effort to highlight the decoration, unlike other establishments in this category (air conditioning and television). Ask for a room with a view of the bay. The restaurant, open for lunch and dinner, serves respectable international cuisine, but nothing more.

Probably the best option in town! This small, modern and clean hotel, run by a very helpful staff, welcomes its guests in an alley behind the sea promenade. Warm welcome, just a few steps from the Malecón. You won't be able to miss its facade, especially at night. It is illuminated by multicolored neon lights. On the spot, about fifteen rooms, all simple and quiet (with hot water and WiFi that works well). Coffee and tea served in the morning (no breakfast as such). The little plus: the bathtub.

Budget travellers will find this unpretentious but well-kept budget hotel on the west side of the sea passage. A shop and a café have been set up on the ground floor of the building. Cool rooms with fan or air conditioning (when it works!), fridge and television. Very simple decoration, but comfortable bedding and friendly staff. A bit noisy though, as the hotel is in a busy street. Not for more than one night though, as the place lacks comfort.

In a beautiful tropical garden 200 m from Playa Popi, 20 apartments for up to 6 people are located away from the hustle and bustle and yet only 5 minutes from downtown. All are equipped with a kitchen-living room, private terrace (TV, wifi and air conditioning). Large swimming pool in the centre of the garden, as well as a children's pool, a gym and fitness classes, etc. Multilingual reception. A little extra: the owners are very helpful and will tell you where to go to enjoy the nightlife.

In the heart of downtown, northwest of the colonial zone, this new hotel offers a direct immersion into Dominican life. Comfortable, with a quality service, the Holiday Inn has a swimming pool, a fitness center, a sauna, a bar-lounge, a business center and a café. It is also located within walking distance of shopping centers, equal distance between the Botanical Gardens and the Mirador del Sur Park and only a few minutes by taxi from the city's stadium for sports enthusiasts. Professional reception.

Portes 9 is a charming 8-room hotel located in a pretty, quiet square in the south of the colonial city. A welcoming lobby with its clean lines and Mediterranean tones leads to charming, spacious and well-equipped rooms. The multilingual staff are extremely attentive and helpful. You'll also appreciate the small rooftop terrace, with its whirlpool bath, as well as the copious and varied breakfast. A highly recommended establishment, offering excellent value for money. Don't forget to book well in advance!

The Zoëtru Agua Punta Cana is a superb hotel very far from the classic all-inclusive resorts that we are used to see in Punta Cana. A haven of peace, calm and tranquility perfectly integrated into the natural environment, absolutely beautiful on this corner of the Dominican east coast. A whole range of services is provided, from fine cuisine restaurants to massages, sports activities or relaxation. The great luxury in all its forms. The buildings all overlook a swimming pool that runs through the entire complex.

A serious agency offering rental of apartments and houses of medium and high range (also real estate sales). Modern or even new homes are in the catalog. A very good alternative to Airbnb, with a personalized, continuous and professional follow-up! You will be dealing with Romain, a Frenchman who has developed his business in the city and has been living in Punta Cana for almost 20 years. He will be happy to guide you through the area.

A very comfortable hotel where the staff will welcome you. The hotel is very well located, not too far from Playa Azul and Playa Quemaito - don't hesitate to ask the manager for help in organizing your visit, excursions, or ordering a cab. From the rooms, you'll enjoy spectacular views of the mountain and the sea, and everywhere you go, you'll feel refreshed by the clean surrounding air. For relaxation, there are two pleasant swimming pools and a catering service.

An authentic address full of charm and personality! Seen literally in the sea, wild beach, coconut and mangrove… Here no buildings to the chain but a kind of village of white houses with roof roofs with swimming pools and whirlpool, that one rent whole friends or family (up to 10 people), or in the room. The latter are cinema, modern and well maintained. The night marine wind serves as air conditioning, so be ready to sleep under the net bed, open windows open. Breakfast is served on the terrace of the villa. For lunch and dinner, you can enjoy fresh seafood (kos) or fish from the day in the lovely restaurant below the sea. At night, don't miss the spectacle of the silver reflection of the moon on the dark waves, between the black silhouettes of palm palms in the stars.

Just 1 minute from Playa Bonita, in a small residential area, you'll find the Mamosa apartments, fully equipped and full of charm. We love the green terrace, the exposed beams and the warm atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. High-speed wi-fi is ideal for mobile workers or those looking for a long-term rental. These apartments will delight travelers and expats alike - we recommend booking live via WhatsApp or Instagram to benefit from better rates than on Airbnb.

Nestled in a secluded corner, facing the Caribbean Sea, this pretty ecolodge offers 15 well-kept rooms (from 2 to 4 people), all equipped with a private bathroom, TV, air conditioning and a minibar. The hotel itself has an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a massage area and a restaurant. This is definitely one of the best options in the area, although the rates have increased somewhat in recent years.

Despite the vast size of the property, the Emotions Hotel manages to convey a sense of intimacy that is typical of boutique hotels. The resort is indeed very charming, asserting an identity of its own in terms of decor, which is at once ethnic, modern and minimalist. There is a wine bar, a beer bar, a coffee shop, and several very good restaurants. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and tasteful, and the hotel has an adult-only area and a VIP corner with a whirlpool and high standard services.

The magical location of this modest hotel, perched on top of a cliff, is its main asset. It also offers two accesses to the small pebble beach located below, but other more pleasant beaches are worth the trip. The establishment which has about twenty rooms with old furniture, declined in four categories, would deserve a big blow of freshness, because the framework is charming! There is also a large swimming pool and a restaurant serving local cuisine with a focus on seafood specialities.

This brand new luxury resort by Meliá is quite impressive. The rooms, available in various standards and with a finely worked wood design, are spread out in a circle around a vast central island surrounded by a circular swimming pool which can be accessed via walkways. Magnificent spa, numerous bars and restaurants with varied themes. Activities include yoga, painting and wine workshops, dance classes for young and old, golf lessons, excursions...

Opened in October 2016, this boutique hotel offers furnished apartments (1 or 2 bedrooms) with an elegant hacienda style, overlooking the sea. The beach is equipped with lounge chairs and a wooden pontoon at the end of which four straw huts on the water serve as a restaurant. Guests will also appreciate the excellent restaurants, as well as the many activities offered: swimming, horseback riding, tennis, while golf enthusiasts will enjoy the privileged partnership between Casa Hemingway and two golf courses located 10 minutes from the hotel.

This small hotel, very central in Boca Chica (at the crossroads of the city's main avenue, Calle Duarte), offers 25 simple and well kept rooms at reasonable prices. The rooms (double or quadruple) are equipped with all the usual amenities, and some even have a kitchenette for more autonomy. Also worth mentioning, in addition to the works of art here and there, the swimming pool and the two whirlpools, not to mention the hotel's very good little restaurant. Nice little courtyard with tropical plants and terrace with sea view.

The Novus Plaza, of the Hodelpa group, has the advantage of being located in the heart of the action: overlooking Calle Conde, the main pedestrian artery of the colonial zone, it is about fifty steps from the Parque Colon. As far as facilities are concerned, we are dealing here with comfortable and resolutely modern rooms, meeting the criteria of the international hotel industry. The staff is very friendly and you can enjoy a good breakfast buffet, ideal to start the day on the right foot. Wifi, free parking and a fitness room complete the offer.

Perched 5 minutes walk from the beach of Las Terrenas, in the quiet neighborhood of Abra Grande, this "eco" guesthouse occupies a charming house overlooking the village and the bay. Fabulous setting, between the garden, the fruit trees and the breathtaking view! Ideal for a couple or a family, we will opt for La Casita (3 persons max) or La Casa (4 persons max), both houses are comfortable, tastefully decorated and overlooking the small canopy just in front. A real little jewel powered by renewable energy.

The same dynamic and inspired team behind Le Unique has created this hostel, making paradise accessible to budget travelers. The Ganesh Hostel was built with local materials. On the first floor, a main hall with a lounge and a resto-bar, flanked by a refreshing swimming pool surrounded by lush plants; on the upper floor, small, simple, airy and comfortable accommodation units. Recently, the Shiva bungalows, in the middle of nature, have been created for more intimacy! Beach at 5 minutes on foot. We love it!

This hotel is located in one of Puerto Plata's historic buildings, just a ten-minute walk from downtown. Rooms are clean and comfortable, well-equipped with wooden closets, quality bedding, tastefully decorated bathrooms, TV, air conditioning, wi-fi... A hearty breakfast is served on the lovely outdoor terrace - an ideal way to get the day off to a good start. The patio invites you to relax, as does the rooftop pool with its lovely view over the city. Smiling, helpful welcome.

This is the new creation of the Unique Exotic Lodge team. After El Valle Lodge and Ganesh Hostel, here are three towers standing in the middle of the jungle: the Taino Beach Lofts! Connected to the other lodgings of the valley by paths, these lofts have the advantage of being 100 meters from the beach. Presented in the form of panoramic glass cubes, the idea here is to offer an immersive tropical experience: lying on your bed, you calmly observe the canopy, lulled by the sound of the waves in the distance. When the jungle meets comfort!

A rather exclusive equestrian centre in the exclusive Sea Horse Ranch. The reservation is mandatory, otherwise you will not be able to cross the guard.

The D'Pravia is an Ibis type hotel that offers all the services expected of this type of hotel chain. The rooms are modern and clean, equipped with television, mini-bar, bathroom with shower or bathtub and above all hot water, Wi-Fi connection, and a view of the city or mountains. They are quite large and bright. There is a choice of twin or double beds. Possibility to rent a small studio with a kitchen area. Bar, 24-hour reception, free parking. Friendly and available reception.

Operating since 2003 in the region of Pueto Plata, on the north coast of the Dominican Republic, the Clúster Turístico del Destino Puerto Plata (CTDPP) is a consortium of public institutions and private companies working to boost sustainable tourism in the area. The internet portal of the association lists useful information for the discovery of the Dominican oceanic coast, but also about twenty hotels, villas and tourist apartments particularly recommendable (site in Spanish and English).

In the centre of the village, on the main avenue, this budget hotel has about 20 rooms with minimalist decoration and solid wooden beds. The rooms are equipped with air-conditioning or a fan, as well as television. Wifi throughout the hotel. The place is also a typical comedor where the mistress of the place will concoct you a good and copious local cooking, fish, sometimes lobster at very reasonable prices. Terrace on the ground floor of the house.

This reservation center is specialized in last minute accommodation offers all over the island. You will be able to book your place of stay, but also organize thematic visits or sports activities. The website has a French version, ideal to have access to all the information and offers without language barrier. Among the main activities: rafting, hiking at Pico Duarte or mountain bike expedition, as well as themes like honeymoon or luxury.

On the beachfront, this hotel, renovated in 2022, has a 20,000^m2 tropical garden cooled by the sea spray with a lovely swimming pool, as well as 32 accommodation units of different standards, all with a balcony (overlooking the pool, the gardens or the sea), air conditioning and a king size bed. Breakfast is served under the large straw hut - which also hosts an excellent restaurant - or in the rooms. Excursions to be booked on site. Last but not least, the beach in front of the hotel is one of the best surfing spots in the country (surfboards rental).

Charming hotel offering nine beautiful rooms and an apartment, two minutes walk from the beach. All the accommodation, which is as cosy as it is warm, with its own terrace, is decorated with wooded materials in a chic, exotic and refined style. The rooms are distributed around a beautiful swimming pool. The breakfast, good and copious, is enjoyed on a pleasant terrace. A new address with an ingenious architecture and an excellent quality-price ratio. The welcome and service are excellent.

Headquartered in Santo Domingo, this tiny local hotel chain, called Mint Hotels & Residence, offers three top-quality accommodation options in the Dominican Republic: the prestigious The Bannister Hotel and Marina, located on the Samana peninsula; Natura Cabana, a small luxury lodge set on the sand of a Cabarete beach; and Greenland Bubble Glamping, a luxury open-air bubble complex at the entrance to Cabarete, surrounded by splendid gardens. Luxury and privacy.

Sleeping on the beach with a minimum of comfort is what this glamping ecolodge offers (beds, electricity and fan in the 36 tents). Shared bathroom. The panorama is breathtaking, the turquoise sea in the background. The ecolodge's restaurant, located under a large straw hut, is very appreciated. Excursions to the bay of Las Aguilas (or count 45 minutes on foot and $150 for the entrance) and diving to be reserved from the ecolodge. In one word: heavenly!

A good accommodation option for those seeking peace and quiet without compromising on quality. Franky, the French-speaking owner, offers 8 rooms - recently renovated - soberly decorated but well-equipped with quality bedding, bathroom, brightness... The ground-floor restaurant serves excellent fish-based cuisine (eat-in or vacuum-packed). Thanks to its French-speaking reception, a stay at La Aldea will enable you to make contacts as soon as you arrive and plan your stay.

Located on the paradisiacal island of the same name, this 258-room resort is the epitome of superlatives: 2 swimming pools, 6 restaurants, a spa and 8 bars... everything you need for a stay of luxury and well-being. The resort is committed to protecting its environment and celebrating the Dominican rhythm in harmony with nature. The rooms and villas are breathtaking in their beauty and comfort, every guest is treated with the utmost care, and the restaurants promise a high-flying gastronomic experience.

One Click is the right address for those who seek autonomy and privacy. The agency, managed by Tamara, who is French speaking and of French origin, has a catalog of carefully selected homes. In the Cabarete area and its surroundings, you can choose from a selection of about thirty apartments and some villas. All the accommodations are fully equipped, almost all with access to a swimming pool, a terrace and a good wifi signal. Ideal for long stays (cleaning included). Capacity: 2 to 12 persons.

Altos de la Caobita, located halfway between the capital and Barahona, is part of an ecological approach. It is thus solar panels which provide the essential of the energy of the lodge. With several common areas (pool area, relaxation area, restaurant), the lodge is able to offer small independent houses with a view on the bay as well as very good glamping options (tipis, family tents, etc.). Original and committed. Very good stopover!

Located on the white sandy beach of Bávaro, the Barceló Bávaro Beach - Adults Only is a luxurious all-inclusive resort for adults only. Bright, spacious rooms feature Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars and coffeemakers. Some offer ocean views. Suites feature a microwave oven, separate living room and bathroom with whirlpool tub. Room service is also available. The hotel has 3 restaurants, 2 bars, a theater and a nightclub. Wi-Fi is free and breakfast is included. Parking is free and the hotel is accessible to disabled guests. Guests particularly appreciate the hotel's location, close to the beach, shops, restaurants and bars. The hotel's services and facilities are also highly appreciated.