Las Terrenas is a classic coastal town, formerly a fishing village. Unlike modern resorts, its history began in the 17th century, when the first colonists appeared here. Local entrepreneurs and representatives of the hospitality sector try to preserve the traditions of that time. Almost all hotels have in the design of the landscape, architecture of the building and interior design features of the colonial style. The best places to spend a vacation are collected in the review.
- 1 Viva Wyndham V Samana – Adults Only – All Inclusive
- 2 Hotel Villas Las Palmas al Mar
- 3 Sublime Samana
- 4 Bahia Principe Grand El Portillo – All Inclusive
- 5 Xeliter Balcones del Atlantico – Las Terrenas
- 6 Hotel Residence Marilar
- 7 Adults-Only Hacienda Terra Taina
- 8 Hotel Alisei
- 9 Savoy Hotel Boutique
- 10 Mahona Boutique Hotel
- 11 El Mosquito Boutique Hotel Playa Bonita
- 12 Selection of hotels Las Terrenas on map
Viva Wyndham V Samana – Adults Only – All Inclusive
The elite 5-star hotel “Viva Wyndham V Samana – Adults Only – All Inclusive” accepts only adults from 18 years and provides service in the format of “All Inclusive”. This is an excellent place to relax, from where you will not want to leave. The package of paid services includes everything you need for a relaxing, carefree holiday – from delicious cuisine to first-class entertainment. It includes: accommodation, local and international gastronomy, unlimited cocktails, drinks, wine and snacks, a program of daily activities and entertainment, theme nights, as well as live music, towels for the gym and sun loungers on the beach, daily theatrical performances, rental of bicycles, kayaks and kayaks. It features an outdoor pool, gym and spa.
“I recommend coming here for the whole holiday and not looking for other options in the Dominican Republic. Here is the best beach on the coast, food, staff, rooms and a team of animators. The absence of children is conducive to a relaxing holiday, especially for romantically inclined couples” Oxana
Hotel Villas Las Palmas al Mar
4-star apartments «Hotel Villas Las Palmas al Mar» will be a great place for families with children and groups of friends. Rooms are located in detached villas built in traditional Dominican style, beach bungalows and three-storey buildings. The houses are surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, near the pools there are sun terraces with sun loungers and umbrellas, each of the apartments has a kitchen with a full set of household appliances and utensils. The dwellings are decorated in a colonial style, with blinds on the windows. With their help, the premises remain cool. Air conditioning is not provided. The beach is across the street from the central gate. At the entrance there is a private parking lot surrounded by a high fence.
Sublime Samana
Five-star resort hotel «Sublime Samana» is designed for 24 luxury rooms . There are unique conditions for individual recreation. Near the two outdoor pools there are tents in colonial style for spending time in the fresh air. Food and drinks will be delivered here, and a caring waiter will serve at the highest class. Each room has discreetly equipped with spa baths. The interiors are decorated with natural wood and stone, which fully complies with European ECO-standards. The rooms have wide beds. The rooms of the hotel building have spacious balconies. For active recreation, the hotel offers a gym and yoga classes with a professional instructor.
Bahia Principe Grand El Portillo – All Inclusive
The five-star hotel represents the Bahía Príncipe Hotels & Resorts chain in the resort. Service is provided in the “All Inclusive” format. There are 602 rooms in the fund. The complex occupies a vast territory, on which there are hotel buildings. detached villas, infrastructure facilities. It offers: 2 swimming pools, a private beach, 6 restaurants, 8 bars, fitness, a SPA area with a steam room, a lounge for relaxation and treatment rooms, a children’s water park. The hotel offers first-class service from maritime-style restaurants and architecture with a design reminiscent of coastal colonies to water activities and a warm atmosphere of true hospitality. For an additional fee, guests can help to organize sea fishing, horseback riding, motor forks and water sports. Guests appreciated the location of the hotel one minute walk from the beach.
Xeliter Balcones del Atlantico – Las Terrenas
Premium class hotels are not uncommon on the coast of Las Terrenas. The 5-star “Xeliter Balcones del Atlantico – Las Terrenas” is a luxury tourist complex located on a magnificent sandy beach. The foundation consists of 26 comfortable suites and Caribbean villa townhouses. On the territory of the best restaurant of the resort – “Porto”, offering guests dishes of fine gourmet cuisine. It offers a fitness room, a swimming pool, a children’s playground. The whole territory is immersed in the greenery of a tropical park. Between the trees there are convenient paths for hiking. An array of activities can be enjoyed in the surroundings, including water sports, diving and snorkelling. Staff can help arrange excursions in the surrounding area, to the wonderful caves, waterfalls and other places.
Hotel Residence Marilar
“Hotel Residence Marilar” also has a category of 5 stars. This is an ideal place where tourists embody their ideas about active recreation, relaxation and high-quality services. The hotel is located on Las Ballenas Beach. This is a picturesque area covered with golden sand and framed by shady palm trees. All visitors and guests are waiting for excellent service and developed infrastructure. On the beach there is a huge number of cafes, two nightclubs, which periodically arrange parties on the shore. There are rental points for kayaks, kayaks and sailing boats, you can book a boat trip directly on the pier. It offers self-catering accommodation with a spacious balcony. The staff is always ready to assist in the organization of excursions or guided hikes.
Adults-Only Hacienda Terra Taina
Adults-Only Hacienda Terra Taina accepts adults only and works in a bed + breakfast format. In its fund there are 5 rooms of the category “Superior Standard” with installed air conditioners. It offers: outdoor swimming pool, patio, free internet. You can order any of the proposed types of breakfast: traditional continental, vegetarian or gluten-free. During the rest of the day, guests independently take care of nutrition. The host can help arrange food and drink delivery from nearby restaurants. Guests appreciate the location of the hotel a kilometer from the center of Las Terrenas, as well as the careful disguise of everything that happens here. This is the most protected object on the entire coast. Its layout was thought out by a famous European architect. He made it so that the patio with the pool is not visible from any side, and the residential building is covered with tall trees. This is important because the windows in the rooms are panoramic.
Hotel Alisei
The 4-star Hotel Alisei is located on the beach. Its territory is not in vain called a tropical paradise. Here you will find everything you need to enjoy a relaxing holiday in the Caribbean, and the different types of accommodation will make your stay as comfortable as possible. This is a beautiful hotel, restaurant and spa on the beachfront, decorated in a Caribbean style. 54 luxury apartments are located directly on the beautiful and famous beach “Las Terrenas”, covered with golden sand, with crystal clear water and coral reefs. It offers a spa and wellness centre, a large swimming pool with a bar and a jacuzzi. Breakfast is served in the restaurant, followed by an à la carte kitchen. The lounge offers entertainment and concerts. All rooms are air-conditioned, there are sun loungers and umbrellas near the pools, the hotel accepts pets.
Savoy Hotel Boutique
Boutique hotels are not yet often found in Las Terrenas, but the movement is gradually becoming popular. One of the best originally decorated guest houses is the Savoy Hotel Boutique. But people come here not only to enjoy the picturesque surroundings, relax in the jacuzzi or sunbathe on the terrace near the pool. The owner opened a casino on the territory of the hotel. The gambling establishment attracts tourists from all over the world. But the hotel fund is not large – only 18 rooms, so you need to book them in advance. Living conditions are more than comfortable. Rooms are designed for one or two people or a company of up to 4 people. In the morning, breakfast is served in the restaurant. On request, polite waiters will bring food to the room and set the table. Beach holiday guests are not particularly interested. The nearest beach is Bonita, a 15-minute drive away. The receptionist will call a taxi if guests wish to practice water sports or take a walk along the coast.
Mahona Boutique Hotel
“Mahona Boutique Hotel” has not yet earned stars, but has already been marked by positive reviews from travelers. This is an original hotel, similar to the Caribbean compound. Rooms are located in free-standing huts covered with thatched roofs, but equipped with the most modern household and plumbing. The fund has only 10 rooms of the Suite category. Please note when booking that the owners do not accept children under 12 years of age. Breakfast is served in a separate bungalow. It is served through a buffet system. The highlight of the hotel is the open-air massage parlour. Here works the most famous masseuse of the resort named Maria. She will quickly put in order a tired body after an active day. After the session, you can safely go to the nearest nightclub. I have enough strength to dance until the morning.
“This is a very interesting hotel with a great future. Beautiful well-groomed territory is simply immersed in the greenery of a luxurious garden. The interiors are made with love and only from ecologically clean wood. There is no plastic in sight. Delicious pastries are always served for breakfast. This hostess thus pleases her guests. We liked the quiet and peaceful atmosphere, as well as the conditions for rest and sleep” Michael
El Mosquito Boutique Hotel Playa Bonita
According to the conditions of accommodation and service “El Mosquito Boutique Hotel Playa Bonita” is space! Built in the style of French colonial architecture, the hotel is located on Playa Bonita Beach. It is enough to take just a few steps to plunge into the morning coolness of the Caribbean waves. A polite receptionist upon arrival will provide information about transport, private yoga classes, surf lessons, massages. staff can help arrange local excursions, kayak tours and vehicle rentals. The beach bar serves unique signature cocktails, while the on-site pizzeria serves excellent pizza. The open-air restaurant is the perfect place for a romantic dinner. Guests of the hotel will find many opportunities to spend time with surfing, paddleboarding, snorkeling, diving, cycling, horse riding, kitesurfing and walking.
Hotels in Las Terrenas occupy a separate place in the list of places to visit. They are distinguished by a special atmosphere that connects the past and present of the Dominican Republic. If you consider any one option, then it is best to pay attention to boutique hotels. This direction is successfully developing in the field of hospitality and is succinctly represented in the tourist infrastructure.