Rating8.0
Rating8.2Adults OnlyRating8.0The included activities list is broad and notably includes free scuba lessons in the pool and horseback riding — unusual at the all-inclusive level. Non-motorized watersports on Samana Bay, archery, tennis, and a range of fitness and cultural programming are all included. Paid excursions to Cayo Levantado island, whale watching (seasonal January–March), and waterfall visits are the primary reasons to come to Samaná specifically.
The largest pool, central to the resort's layout. Sufficient space for the 404-room capacity — not crowded under normal occupancy. The main hub for daily activities and socializing. Loungers around the perimeter fill during peak hours.
Infinity edge with panoramic bay views — the most scenic swimming option on property. Adults gravitate here for sunbathing and quieter swimming. The infinity design means it looks better from the lounger level than from inside the water.
Exclusive to Club room and suite guests. Significantly quieter than the main pools — perhaps the clearest operational benefit of the Club tier beyond the private beach section. Personalized service at the pool is part of the Club offering.
Shallow-depth pool designed for children under about 5 years old. Separate from the main pools and watched during kids club hours. Safe and practical for families with very young children.
The resort's private beach on Samana Bay is one of the more consistently praised features across guest reviews — white and golden sand, shallow water with some gentle waves, safe for swimming including for children, and genuinely secluded from the public beach. Lounge chairs, umbrellas, and towels included for all guests. Club guests have a dedicated section with additional privacy. The bay's protected geography keeps conditions calmer than Atlantic-facing beaches elsewhere in the Dominican Republic.
Pool-based introductory scuba lessons included for all guests. Not open-water certification, but a proper pool introduction to equipment and basic techniques. Useful for guests who want to try diving before committing to a paid open-water excursion.
Four pools and a protected beach — swimming options across the day without competition for water space. The infinity pool is the most scenic; the main pool is the most active.
Windsurfing, kayaking, and paddleboarding on Samana Bay, included. The bay conditions — generally calm with some breeze — are good for all three. Equipment at the beach.
Organized on Javo Beach La Playita with the activities team. Drop-in participation. One of the more social activities on property.
Courts available without charge. Equipment provided through the activities desk. Early morning is the coolest and most practical time.
Archery range with equipment and instruction included. One of the less common resort inclusions — popular with older kids and adults who haven't tried it before.
Courts available for casual play. Equipment provided. Drop-in, no scheduling required.
Complimentary horseback riding — a meaningful included amenity given that trail rides in Samaná through other operators typically run $50–80 per person. The route through the surrounding natural landscape is genuinely scenic.
Tables in the recreation area, drop-in play. Standard option for afternoon downtime.
Full gym with cardio and weight equipment. Complimentary for all guests. Air-conditioned.
Group yoga sessions in a scheduled format. Levels vary by instructor — ask at the activities desk about the current week's class level.
Pool-based aerobics and land aerobics classes, included. Aqua aerobics is the most popular of the two given the tropical heat.
Supervised children's programming with access to a dedicated children's pool and play area. Operating hours should be confirmed at check-in — they're not publicly posted and vary by season.
Live music, theme nights, amphitheater performances, and karaoke. The entertainment quality varies with occupancy level — a full resort night produces better shows than a half-occupied one.
Dance lessons and introductory Spanish language classes. The language classes are a rarity at all-inclusives and genuinely useful for interacting with local staff.
Paid sailing to Cayo Levantado (Bacardi Island) and nearby coastline. One of the signature Samaná experiences — clear water, uninhabited island, and snorkeling. Arrange through the concierge.
Beyond the pool lessons, open-water dives and snorkeling trips in Samana Bay available at extra cost. The bay has decent marine diversity without the dramatic walls of some Caribbean dive destinations.
Private tours of the bay and deep-sea fishing, paid. The Samaná coastline is scenic from the water — a boat tour is a practical way to see it without an organized excursion.
Professional babysitting available at extra cost. Allows parents to use Club-level areas or evening entertainment without bringing children.
ATV tours through national parks, waterfall visits, Cayo Levantado day trips, and whale watching (January through March — the bay is one of the best humpback whale watching locations in the Caribbean). All paid and all worth considering given the remote location.
