The Dominican Republic is like heaven on earth: the warm Caribbean Sea with turquoise water, fine white sand, exotic fruits and, of course, luxury hotels. If you are planning a vacation in this wonderful country and are looking for the best hotels in the Dominican Republic, and even 5 stars and all inclusive, you have come to the right place. We have compiled a rating of hotels that OneTwoTrip customers rated especially highly.
In the article you will find the best hotels in the capital, as well as in resorts such as Punta Cana, Puerto Plata, La Romana and Samana. We will also briefly talk about the features of each direction.
Santo Domingo
If you want to not only relax by the sea, but also get to know the capital of the Dominican Republic, pay attention to the hotels from this part of the selection. It contains only the best hotels in the Dominican Republic, located in Santo Domingo.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 9.0 out of 10.
Price: about 13,900 rubles* per night in a double room.
The hotel is located 750 meters from La Arboleda Park, and the airport is just 25 minutes away by car. Each room has a living area and a kitchenette with everything you need. For maximum comfort, book a corner suite with stunning city views. The excellent swimming pool on the roof of the building deserves special mention. You can enjoy refreshing cocktails at the bar next to it. A fitness center is also available for guests.
JW Marriott Hotel Santo Domingo
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 9.4 out of 10.
Price: about 25,800 rubles* per night in a double room.
A comfortable four-star hotel of a world-famous chain is located just 30 minutes from the airport, but not far from the city center. Guests often return here, and there are a number of reasons for this: high-class service, excellent American breakfasts, beautiful, stylish and spacious rooms, beautiful views of Santo Domingo from the windows. The hotel also features an indoor pool, fitness center and restaurant. And at the ticket office at the reception you can book excursions around the city and country.
Casas del XVI Boutique Hotel
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 9.4 out of 10.
Price: about 23,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
If you are looking for the best hotels in the Dominican Republic, this elegant boutique hotel in the historic center of Santo Domingo, just 250 meters from the famous El Conde Street, will definitely be on the list. Popular cafes and restaurants can be reached in just 5 minutes. Add to this stylish rooms, a large garden with a terrace, and a cozy lounge area – and it is no wonder that the hotel receives the highest ratings from guests. Just look how beautiful it is there!
InterContinental Real Santo Domingo
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 9.6 out of 10.
Price: about 20,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
Four-star hotel in the Piantini area – the center of the city’s business life. Two large shopping and entertainment centers are located very close by. The rooms are spacious and stylish, some with bathrooms next to huge panoramic windows – perfect for an evening of relaxation overlooking the city. Or take a swim in the hotel’s fourth floor infinity pool. You can have dinner at one of three restaurants, and then have a cocktail at the Van Gogh bar or play billiards. A spa and state-of-the-art fitness center are also available.
Holiday Inn Santo Domingo Hotel & Suites
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 9.1 out of 10.
Price: about 11,600 rubles* per night in double room.
Comfortable and relatively inexpensive four-star hotel near the Olympic Stadium and The Metro bus station. Each room has a fully equipped kitchenette, but if you wish, you can also have lunch or dinner in the hotel restaurant. The hotel also features a fitness center, flower shop and gift shop. Other perks include a large outdoor rooftop pool with stunning views of the city.
Punta Cana
One of the most popular resort areas of the country, which is especially loved by Russian tourists. There are dozens of all-inclusive hotels here, where it will be comfortable for both couples (they should pay attention to the Adult Only options) and families with children. There are almost no attractions here, but an excellent beach holiday, and excursions can be purchased additionally. We have selected the best hotels in the Dominican Republic of Punta Cana and compiled a rating.
Tortuga Bay
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 8.6 out of 10.
Price: about 80,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
The list of the 10 best 5-star hotels in the Dominican Republic invariably includes this luxurious five-star hotel. She received the prestigious Five Diamond Award from the American Automobile Association (AAA Five Diamond Award), and this speaks of the highest class comfort. The panoramic windows of the rooms offer stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, and the white sand beach is just a couple of minutes’ walk away. You can also swim in the large pool, and then go for dinner at the Bamboo restaurant, which serves Caribbean and Asian cuisine.
Eden Roc At Cap Cana
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 9.6 out of 10.
Price: about 68,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
If we were asked to name the best 5-star hotel in the Dominican Republic, after some thought – after all, there are many excellent options in the country – we chose the Eden Roc At Cap Cana. Here you will find luxury and exceptional attention and comfort. You find yourself on the Atlantic coast, but you feel as if you are on the French or Italian Riviera. You can stay in a private villa with a private pool or in a suite next to the beach.
The beach itself, by the way, recently received a Blue Flag certificate, which means it meets the highest requirements for cleanliness and safety. And of course, several restaurants (where world-famous chefs are invited), a spa center, a fitness club and a children’s club. In general, everything you need for a great holiday.
Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 9.4 out of 10.
Price: about 39,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
A new modern five-star hotel, which, together with the neighboring complex, forms an entire city with restaurants, swimming pools, bars and clubs. The white sand beach is just a couple of minutes from the rooms. There is a water park and several outdoor pools for guests to swim in all year round. Children will enjoy the children’s club, where animators organize entertainment programs, while adults can relax in the sauna or drink coffee on the outdoor terrace overlooking the sea.
Sanctuary Cap Cana All Inclusive Adult Resort
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 9.3 out of 10.
Price: about 32,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
The words All Inclusive (that is, “All inclusive”) and Adult (which means there will be no guests under 16 years old) promise an excellent vacation. And this is true, it’s not for nothing that Sanctuary Cap Cana is included in all ratings and top 5-star hotels in the Dominican Republic. Judge for yourself: clean warm ocean, spa complex, rooms with a view – and some even with direct access to the beach. Plus five restaurants for those who get tired of the buffet, although, according to guests, the food here is excellent and varied.
The Reserve at Paradisus Palma Real
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 9.2 out of 10.
Price: about 19,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
Another excellent resort hotel – we said that the best 5-star hotels in the Dominican Republic are located in Punta Cana – and also operates on an all-inclusive system. Everything here promises a great holiday: a private beach, a large outdoor pool with water slides, a spa center (although for an additional fee). Stay in a stylish suite with a private terrace and jacuzzi. And if you are traveling with children, book a family suite with several rooms. Of course, there is a children’s club here too. And 11 more restaurants, a sports club with yoga and Pilates classes, and even a casino.
Puerto Plata
The second most popular resort area after Punta Cana. It is located on the northern coast and will definitely appeal to lovers of surfing, windsurfing and nature. One of the main attractions here is ecotourism. Fans of extreme sports and more active recreation also come here: you can go diving, rock climbing and canyoning. Well, you can find the best 5-star hotel in the Dominican Republic Puerto Plata in our top.
Casa Colonial Beach & Spa
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 9.5 out of 10.
Price: about 33,600 rubles* per night in a double room.
Five star resort hotel close to downtown Puerto Plata. Guests enjoy cozy, spacious rooms, each with a balcony overlooking the ocean or garden. The hotel also features a fitness center, spa, great bar, infinity pool and 4 hot tubs for a relaxing evening. Dine at Lusia Restaurant, which specializes in Asian cuisine, or on the outdoor terrace at Veranda Restaurant. Guests can also take advantage of a private shuttle service to the nearby golf course.
BlueBay Villas Doradas Adults Only
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 8.9 out of 10.
Price: about 11,200 rubles* per night in a double room.
All-inclusive resort hotel. This is a great option for a romantic getaway or honeymoon. When booking, you will see an Adults Only note – this means that children under 16 years old are not allowed here. The hotel is located next to Playa Dorada beach and a large golf course. Stay in a luxurious suite with a terrace and hot tub. Enjoy some relaxing treatments at the spa, and choose from 4 a la carte restaurants for dinner. There is also a wide range of entertainment here: guests are offered sushi making master classes, massage lessons with their partner, merengue and bachata dancing classes. In general, it will be an unforgettable vacation!
Viva Wyndham V Heavens — Adults Only
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 8.6 out of 10.
Price: about 13,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
This San Felipe de Puerto Plata resort is for guests over 18 years of age only. They have an outdoor swimming pool, a terrace with a gorgeous view and several excellent restaurants. Services are provided in an “All Inclusive” format, and all new arrivals are greeted with welcome gifts. At the hotel you can play tennis, and then order a massage, lie by the pool or relax on comfortable sun loungers on a clean, well-groomed beach. There is also a souvenir shop and several shops.
La Romana
If you want to relax in the Caribbean, go to this resort. There are fewer hotels here than in Punta Cana (it is located on the Atlantic coast), but they are no less luxurious and are in great demand. Here you can find the best all-inclusive hotels in the Dominican Republic.
Bahia Principe Luxury Bouganville – Adults Only
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 8.9 out of 10.
Price: about 11,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
Among the 10 best all-inclusive hotels in the Dominican Republic, this resort hotel in La Romana, located just 120 meters from the ocean, stands out. It has all the ingredients for a great holiday: swimming pools, hot tubs, restaurants, a bar overlooking the ocean… And, of course, guests can enjoy luxurious suites with a living area and a balcony, on which it is so pleasant to admire the bright blue water. Among the “adult” entertainment (the hotel is marked Adults Only) is a casino and a nightclub.
Hilton La Romana an All Inclusive Adult Only
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 8.9 out of 10.
Price: about 24,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
This chic spa hotel of a famous global chain specializes in relaxation for adults. It is located in the resort of Bayahibe near La Romana. Guests can enjoy a large outdoor pool, a well-reviewed restaurant, a fitness center, a bar and, of course, a beach that looks like it came straight out of an advertisement for paradise. This part of the sea is popular among lovers of snorkeling and windsurfing – all necessary equipment can be rented at the hotel.
Bahia Principe Grand La Romana
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 8.9 out of 10.
Price: about 9,500 rubles* per night in a double room.
This La Romana beachfront resort is ideal for families. Stay in a spacious Superior Junior Suite with a living area and a balcony overlooking the garden or sea. For guests who want to stay in shape even on vacation, there is a tennis court and a fitness center, and you can also rent bicycles. Children will be entertained by a team of animators, while adults can go windsurfing or snorkeling. A golf course and marina are also nearby.
Samana
This peninsula is one of the most popular tourist areas in the Dominican Republic. Here you will find beautiful white sand beaches and wonderful untouched nature – waterfalls, lagoons and a beautiful bay where whales can be seen from January to March. We have collected the best hotels in Samana in this article.
Bahia Principe Luxury Samana – Adults Only
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 9.4 out of 10.
Price: about 38,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
Choose the best hotel in the Dominican Republic 5 stars? If you decide to go to Samana, pay attention to the hotel for adults Bahia Principe Luxury Samana. Firstly, it operates on an “All inclusive” system, which already means a carefree vacation. Secondly, it has everything you need for a great time: a restaurant, a large outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, a bar and a beautiful garden. The hotel is located on the first line with access to a private beach. You can also relax in the hot tub on the terrace with a gorgeous view, go snorkeling or go windsurfing.
Bahia Principe Grand Cayacoa
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 9.3 out of 10.
Price: about 12,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
In the list of the 10 best 5-star hotels in the Dominican Republic, ideal for a family holiday, you should definitely include this hotel, located in the small town of Santa Barbara de Samana. Here you will be offered excellent All Inclusive, and guests especially note the delicious and varied food at breakfast, lunch and dinner. The area is very green, and the private beach is small but cozy. Guests can enjoy a swimming pool, free bicycle rentals and several shops. And the rooms look very homely.
The Bannister Hotel & Yacht Club by Mint
Rating on OneTwoTrip: 8.9 out of 10.
Price: about 12,000 rubles* per night in a double room.
You will definitely like this relatively small club hotel, a 10-minute drive from Arroyo Barril Airport. With a private marina, multiple outdoor pools, and spacious suites with private balconies and sea views, this is a vacation to remember. The rooms have a fully equipped kitchen with dining area and a large living room. A spa, gym and tennis courts are also available for guests’ use. And you can have dinner at an Italian restaurant.
Conclusion
In our top list of the best 5-star and 4-star hotels in the Dominican Republic, we selected only the most comfortable hotels with a lot of good reviews. We hope that thanks to this article you were able to make up your mind and choose the ideal option for your next vacation.
*Prices indicated in the article are current at the time of publication.
