Las Terrenas, Samaná, Dominican Republic
Rating7.9Rating7.7Rating7.7An active but not overwhelming program for an adults-only property. Water sports from the beach, fitness classes, dance and cooking lessons, and evening entertainment are all included. The artisan market twice weekly is an unusual cultural inclusion. Off-site excursions include Saona Island and Catalina Island — both worth doing.
Large outdoor infinity pool with cabanas, integrated hot tubs, and poolside wait service. The social center of the resort. Dedicated cabanas — book early as the best positions fill quickly during peak season. Consistently praised in guest reviews as well-maintained and attractive.
Jetted pool section integrated within the main pool area. Useful for relaxation at the end of an active day.
Fine golden sand, warm clear water, and palm trees providing natural shade — one of the Dominican Republic's most consistently praised beaches. The calm water is ideal for paddleboarding, snorkeling, and swimming. Complimentary cabanas, umbrellas, and loungers with wait service. Beach bar adjacent. This is the property's defining feature and the main reason to choose Samaná over Punta Cana alternatives.
Non-motorized equipment from the beach. Included.
Stand-up boards in the calm waters off Coson Beach.
Equipment provided. Included.
Equipment and basic instruction. Included.
Pool-based scuba introduction. Free.
Organized pool games. Social and competitive.
Equipment available. Included.
Included.
On the Coson Beach sand. Organized afternoon games.
Instructor-led sessions. Included.
On-site. Supervised.
Game room. Walk-in.
Guided trails through the resort's surrounding natural landscape. The Samaná peninsula has genuine wilderness close to the resort.
Bikes for the resort grounds and nearby area. Included.
Full equipment. Included.
Beach and indoor yoga, including dedicated yoga room. Daily sessions.
Core-focused classes. Daily.
Group fitness classes in pool and on land.
Evening entertainment program.
The Hip Bar transitions to late-night entertainment with DJs until 1 AM.
Scheduled themed events throughout the week.
Local and international cuisine. Included.
Mixology sessions. Included.
Merengue, salsa, and regional styles.
Twice weekly on-site market with local crafts. One of the more genuine cultural inclusions at a Dominican Republic resort — local artisans, not resort merchandise.
Professional instruction at extra cost.
Guided dives in Dominican Republic waters. Extra cost.
Deep-sea fishing. Extra cost.
Extra cost.
Guided tours. Extra cost.
Saona Island, Catalina Island, Viva Safari, quad adventures — the excursions from Samaná are different from Punta Cana options and include the humpback whale watching season (January–March).