The 10 best Lodges in Dominican Republic, Caribbean

April 23, 2023 Christa Meece

The DR delights visitors with its mix of white-sand beaches and "gingerbread" Victorian architecture. Nine hundred miles of Caribbean coastline make the Hispaniola Island country a beach-lover’s paradise. Day-trip to Puerto Plata and ride the cable car up Mount Isabel de Torres, or groove to the steel drum beats of Cabarete nightlife. The breezy palms and sparkling waters of Punta Cana make it a true tropical paradise.
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1. Tubagua Plantation Eco Lodge

Ruta Panoramica Km 19 El Descanso Ruta Panoramica Santiago 25 Tubagua, Puerto Plata 57000 Dominican Republic
Excellent
82%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 200 reviews

Tubagua Plantation Eco Lodge

Tubagua Plantation Eco Lodge is a rustic mountain chateau with amazing ocean views, a family-run estate operated B&B-style only 20 minutes from Puerto Plata airport, city and beaches. There is nothing else like it on the Dominican Republic's north coast. If you love nature, fresh air, fabulous views, a cozy bed and great food, you'll LOVE The Tubagua Plantation. See you in Tubagua!

THE BEST TIME I EVER HAD IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Reviewed By eliannaa22

My family is originally from Dominican Republic and I wanted to stay away from the tourist-y area (especially during COVID). My boyfriend and I are really into nature and tranquility so this place was the best for distance from major tourist areas but close to activities (or at least offered some). Tubagua Ecolodge worked with us during the airport pick up, accommodated the meals we missed (because we were out) and reserved horse back riding with taxi service! The ecolodge offers a hike to a private natural pool where the hike was breath taking and the guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. All of the staff was extremely nice and the food was authentic and delicious every single time. I liked that there was no menu, all visitors were served more or less the same delicious food but every meal everyday is different (and healthy!) The purpose of this ecolodge is to be close to nature and relax, I loved every second of it.

2. Villa Pajon Eco Lodge

Valle Nuevo, Constanza 41000 Dominican Republic
Excellent
85%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 86 reviews

Villa Pajon Eco Lodge

Villa Pajon offers seven distinctive cabins and a central dining area. Each cabin has been carefully renovated to preserve the original details including stone fireplace, stucco walls and pine beams.- Well equipped kitchen- Hand-made furniture- Comfortable bedrooms- Bathrooms with hot water- Terrace with outdoor grill. MAIN CABIN: Ideal for group entertaining. Fully Equipped Kitchen- 50 person Capacity- Bathrooms- Living Room and Fireplace- Outdoor Terrace and BBQ - CHILDREN'S PLAY AREA. ACTIVITIES: - Nature walks in a variety of ecosystems- Horseback riding- Bird watching- Mountain biking- Blackberry picking (in season)- Bathing in mountain streams- Stargazing- Exclusive Group activities- Relaxing in a beautiful natural setting-

Beautiful lodge in the mountains

Reviewed By Rhonda S

Villa Pajon is a beautiful lodge high up in the mountains in the Valle Nuevo National Park. It is a wonderful lodge with friendly staff, great hiking trails, beautiful scenery, lovely fireplace in the quaint cabin. I would highly recommend Villa Pajon as a get away from the busy city.

3. Hotel Rancho Guacamayos

Calle Angel Pena La Cueva, Los Quemados, Bonao 42000 Dominican Republic
Excellent
82%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 11 reviews

Hotel Rancho Guacamayos

We are an eco-hotel located at the foot of the Loma de Blanco, in Bonao, Monsenor Nouel, Dominican Republic. We are surrounded by beautiful Gardens between the buildings. We have Two Restaurant, Jabali is the one were you can taste our dominican fusion foodstyle whith our famous "Mofongo de Jabali", la Pesca on the other side has two lagoons in which you can go fishing and eat your own fish.

Knowing this place

Reviewed By Carlos B

Nice rooms, very comfortable premium room but the bed sheets were not clean, smells bad and there was hair in it. At the restaurant the food was aceptable and to expensive for a place like that. The employees are really nice, decent, respectful and efficient. There are beautiful gardens and green area with bird that make you feel very close to nature.

4. Casa Lily & Coco

Calle Mariano Vanderhorst 15 Playa Bonita, Las Terrenas 32000 Dominican Republic
Excellent
57%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 46 reviews

Casa Lily & Coco

Studios and mini-apartments for rent, fully furnished, with a equipped kitchenette, bathroom with large shower, bidet and hair dryer. TV cable/sat, internet WiFi, fan, air conditioning**, mosquito nets, cold and hot purified water, security, free parking, tropical garden with Jacuzzi, sun beds, shower and barbecue. Family atmosphere quite and distinguished. Inside of a closed residence in a very quiet and relaxing area full of vegetation, about 800 meters to the one of the most beautiful beaches of the area (bonita beach) and a few minutes away from the animated and chaotic center of Las Terrenas, full of shops, restaurants and nightclubs. **Air conditioning with extra charge 10 usd per day.

Safe quiet place behind gates.

Reviewed By robertraw1

Nice small apt type rooms a/c is $10 extra a day. Locked behind huge steel gates for safety. Its a long walk to the beach from there. Quiet area away from the noise and traffic. The owner was a nice guy.

5. Hotel Santander SD

Av. Independencia 1107, Santo Domingo 23000 Dominican Republic
Excellent
0%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
50%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 2 reviews

Finding an ideal budget friendly lodge in Santo Domingo does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Hotel Santander SD, a nice option for travelers like you. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Hotel Santander SD offer air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette. During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including a 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and baggage storage. Guests of Hotel Santander SD are also welcome to enjoy a hot tub and an on-site restaurant. For travelers arriving by car, free parking is available. Close to some of Santo Domingo's most popular landmarks, such as Altar de la Patria (2.0 mi) and Gate of San Diego (2.0 mi), Hotel Santander SD is a great destination for tourists. During your visit, be sure to check out one of Santo Domingo's popular ribs restaurants such as Chef Pepper and Tony Roma's, all a short distance from Hotel Santander SD. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Malecon Center (0.7 mi) and Enriquillo Park (0.9 mi), which are some popular Santo Domingo attractions – all conveniently located within walking distance of the lodge. Hotel Santander SD puts the best of Santo Domingo at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Buena estancia, mejor precio.

Reviewed By Jose H

Lo mejor fue la ubicación. La estación del metro está a solo 3 cuadras, el malecón a 1 cuadra. Hay heladería cerca y también un colmadón con buena música y cervezas bien frías. No me gustó que no haya teléfono en la habitación. Nunca llegué a entender el sistema del televisor, solo tenía 2 canales de música urbana. Tuve que pedir toallas extras 2 veces. Éramos 3 personas y solo nos dejaban 2 toallas al hacer el servicio. La temperatura del agua fue difícil de graduar en la ducha. Creo que hay que repararla.

6. Hotel Napoles

Calle Paraíso Frente A Playa El Quemaito, Barahona 81000 Dominican Republic
Excellent
0%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
100%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 1 reviews

Hotel Napoles

Emplacement superbe mais chambres vétustes

Reviewed By pfsb007

Cet hotel situé a Barahona est idéalement situé a quelques mètres de la plage Quemaito ! La location est superbe puisque entourée de végétation luxuriante et une vue partielle sur la mer. L'accueil fut super quoi que nous ayons été invités dans la maison des proprios dans le but de nous faire la démonstration de produits de Larimar vendus a l'hotel. On nous a offert un verre de jus a chacun mais, honnêtement, le but était différent ! L'hotel ne prend pas les cartes de crédit alors, ayez du cash ! Si vous décidé de passer un bon moment a la plage Quemaito, armez vous de patience si vous souhaitez y manger et, conseil portez des sandales ou souliers pour marcher sur les roches, il n'y a pratiquement pas de sable et beaucoup de petits déchets (bris de verre par exemple) pres des tables a manger. La vue y est superbe mais, je recommande fortement de vous déplacer a San Rafael de Barahona pour une vue a couper le souffle et une plage quasi vierge ! Les chambres du Napoles sont super simples, un lit, une télé avec internet, une petite salle de bain ! Les lits sont propres mais literie et confort du matelas sont a revoir ! Le petit déjeuner inclus est en fait jus, café et morceaux de pain ! On a demandé de quitter vers 12h00 puisque l'hotel semblait vide et que nous voulions y laisser nos bagages le temps de visiter les alentours mais, on nous a indiqué que nous ne pouvions pas quitter plus tard que 11h00 sans savoir pourquoi ! N'y passez pas plus d'une nuit si vous choisissez cet hotel !

7. Marina Del Mar Hotel Restaurant

Avenida El Morro #2, Monte Cristi 62000 Dominican Republic
Excellent
14%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
11%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 28 reviews

Marina Del Mar Hotel Restaurant

Poor quality

Reviewed By DayTrip791797

You get what you pay for, as the The saying goes. Wifi is shut down at about 11pm when they close the lobby and a security guard watches the property. I received raw pancakes with moldy syrup container. The room had some kind of feathers under the beds and the bed linen had like grains of something weird- definetely dis not want to lay there or sleep. I know they are renovation but renovation from hospitality perspective are to be done inside out...not a new pool but rooms and bathroom and ac and fan are full of rust.

8. Rancho Turistico Dona Callita

Carretera Hato Mayor Vicentillo Con desvío a la izquierda en el sector el cercado, Hato Mayor del Rey 25000 Dominican Republic
Excellent
0%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
50%
Poor
25%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 4 reviews

Rancho Turistico Dona Callita

Bello lugar con pésimo servicios.

Reviewed By Navigator699817

El lugar es muy bonito , pero se destaca el pésimo servicio que tienen, con esto le cuento que hice una orden de comida la cual dure 1hra para recibirla , pero no termina ahi!!!...luego solicite una bebida y la camarera la olvido por lo que tuve que ir yo mismo al bar por mi vino. Por otro lado deberían de ofrecer looker para quienes lo pueden necesitar!!!

9. Hotel Don Michele

C/ Duarte 42, Boca Chica 809 Dominican Republic
Excellent
44%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
7%
Terrible
22%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 27 reviews

Hotel Don Michele

The staff of our hotel is only interested in making your vacation a beautiful memory ... No wonder you come if you want to say and get out if you can ... Welcome To HOTEL DON MICHELE

Not very clean

Reviewed By François P

The main feeling is about the lack of cleanness .. there is always a very unpleasant smell of dog in the atmosphere ! ...Lobby in very poor condition ? Some beach armchairs completely destroyed ??? all that does not contribute to a smart and confident feeling !

10. E&J Boutique Residences

Calle La Palmera #11, Los Cerros, Sosua 57000 Dominican Republic
Excellent
67%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
17%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 6 reviews

E&J Boutique Residences

Birthday trip

Reviewed By DanielleHousley78

Planned a trip with this wonderful establishment and they was nothing more but accommodating. The trip was almost cancelled but once I spoke w them they worked with us to make sure that we would still come and have a great time. We arrived and had the best time ever. The guys on the property were awesome and took care of us and was very friendly. We go there twice a year but from here on out we will be staying with them every time we do go. They took care of us in more ways than one. I definitely recommend this venue for anyone who is traveling to Sosua wether big or small parties they have it all and the view is simply amazing. Thank you for everything. We will return very soon.

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