Rating8.1
Rating6.6
Rating6.6Activity programme covers non-motorized water sports (1 hour/day included — snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing, catamaran), one complimentary scuba pool session per stay, plus the usual daytime sports and evening shows. December–March is whale watching season in Samaná Bay — arrange whale watching excursions through the hotel for reliable transport and guides. Evening entertainment runs on the hotel terrace.
Large sunbathing terrace, gardens, umbrellas, recliners, towel service. Outdoor jacuzzi attached. The social centre of the resort during the day. Busy from 10am–4pm.
Separate whirlpool with swim-up bar. Convenient for staying in the water and ordering drinks without getting out. Less busy than the main pool.
Useful on overcast days or for guests who prefer to swim without sun exposure. Generally quieter than the outdoor pools.
Three built-in hydromassage jets. A practical option for muscle relief — less social than the main pool.
Accessed via a glass cliff elevator. Fine sand, calm bay waters, lounge chairs included. Small footprint — limited chair capacity. The bay setting means almost no waves, which is good for swimming but not for wave riders.
Nearby bay beaches. Cream-coloured sand, 26–28°C water, calm conditions. Non-motorized water sports (kayak, windsurfer, catamaran, snorkel, boogie boards) operate from here. Beach bars serve drinks.
1 hour per day: snorkeling, kayaking, catamaran, windsurfing. Subject to availability — book at the beach sports desk in the morning.
One complimentary pool session per person per stay. The starting point before booking a paid open-water dive.
Complimentary. Atlantic wave conditions vary — ask at the beach desk about current suitability.
Modern gym, panoramic views. Included. Notably better views than most gym settings.
Included. Book through the activities desk.
Included. Walk-in.
Included. Walk-in.
Included. Walk-in.
Daily classes included in the activity schedule.
Included. Lower-intensity option.
Daily programme of group activities. Check the activity board in the lobby each morning.
Supervised children's programme with age-divided activities. Games, crafts, and sports.
Shows and performances on the hotel terrace. Included.
Performances on the hotel terrace, evenings. Included.
Included. The on-site nightclub.
Extra charge. Jet ski, banana boat, water skiing available.
Extra charge. Full certification courses available on-site.
Extra charge. Guided snorkel tours of the bay.
Extra charge. Deep-sea fishing trips available.
Extra charge.
Extra charge.
Extra charge.
Extra charge, availability varies.
Extra charge. Los Haitises National Park, El Limón Waterfall, Cayo Levantado island, and humpback whale watching (Dec–Mar) are the standout excursions from Samaná. Book through the hotel for reliable transport.
