Title: Hotel Bannister by Mint - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Bannister by Mint At Hotel Bannister by Mint, travelers divide their days between snorkeling in clear turquoise waters and relaxing poolside with marina views ## Photo gallery for Hotel Bannister by Mint ![View from property - Hotel Bannister by Mint (Samaná)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2959900/2959828/02dbf4e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/5CE9271FE4B2397E89B94FCEB9271216/71fb1b64-3bf8-4682-817a-b638b3945efa-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Property amenity - Hotel Bannister by Mint (Samaná)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2959900/2959828/e6ab01d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Hotel Bannister by Mint (Samaná)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2959900/2959828/cbb6eb75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Hotel Bannister by Mint (Samaná)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2959900/2959828/9a80fe3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies This luxury waterfront resort offers adventure and relaxation. Active guests can explore caves, cycling routes, and scuba sites, while those seeking downtime enjoy two outdoor pools and Mee Spa treatments. Attentive staff ensures everyone makes the most of their stay. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi ### VIP AccessSee the benefits you'll enjoy with VIP Access > Get more when you're a member > > - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above > - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service > - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available > > [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 30 - Jan. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=2959828&PinnedHotelID=2959828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=2959828&PinnedHotelID=2959828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 31 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=2959828&PinnedHotelID=2959828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=2959828&PinnedHotelID=2959828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=2959828&PinnedHotelID=2959828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=2959828&PinnedHotelID=2959828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb. 6 - Feb. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=2959828&PinnedHotelID=2959828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=2959828&PinnedHotelID=2959828&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View ![Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2959900/2959828/eab8054e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View 9.0 Wonderful 11 reviews ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds - Mountain view - 667 sq ft - 5 bedrooms - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View ![Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2959900/2959828/02e8eb5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View 7.2 Good 5 reviews ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds - Marina view - 667 sq ft - 10 bedrooms - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ocean View ![Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2959900/2959828/52faf215.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ocean View ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds - Marina view - 667 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms ![Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2959900/2959828/fc8b9325.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds - Marina view - 1442 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms ![Family Room, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2960000/2959900/2959828/e1fc9d73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, 2 Bedrooms 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Free cribs/infant beds - Marina view - 1442 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 5 - 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSamana-Hotels-Hotel-Bannister-By-Mint.h2959828.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSamana-Hotels-Hotel-Bannister-By-Mint.h2959828.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Doncel, a neighborhood in Samaná, Hotel Bannister by Mint is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayo Levantado and Rincon Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Whale Museum of Samana and Samana Zipline. Discover the area's water adventures with canoeing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours. 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Airport (SDQ) 161 min drive ### Restaurants - Restaurante Chino 9 min drive - Royal Snack 10 min drive - Santa Bahia 9 min drive - Restaurante Tierra y Mar 9 min drive - Cielito Disco 10 min drive ## About this property ### Hotel Bannister by Mint Luxury family-friendly resort located in Doncel Consider a stay at Hotel Bannister by Mint and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a marina, and a poolside bar. Active travelers can enjoy motor boating, volleyball, and snorkeling at this resort. Indulge in a body treatment, a facial, and a body scrub at the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like spelunking, kayaking, and scuba diving. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a grocery/convenience store and a terrace. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas - Free self parking and valet parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and barbecue grills - Laundry services, a banquet hall, and coffee/tea in the lobby - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as furnished balconies and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 km - Beach shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Free valet parking on site ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM - 3 bars/lounges - 3 restaurants - A poolside bar - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Restaurants on site - La Regatta - Le Deauville - Ocean club ### Things to do - 2 outdoor pools - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Boat and paddles - Boat tours - Evening entertainment - Free children's club - Full-service spa - Health club - Kayaking - Motor boating - Outdoor pool (guest access) - Playground - Sail boat - Scuba diving - Snorkeling - Spelunking - Stereo - TV in common areas - Volleyball ### Family friendly - 2 outdoor pools - Arcade/game room - Dining table - Free children's club - Grocery/convenience store - In-room crib - In-room kitchenette - In-room microwave - In-room refrigerator - Playground - Separate in-room dining area ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Grocery/convenience store - Hair salon - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Porter/bellhop - Proposal/romance packages - Wedding services ### Business services - Conference center - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Dock - Garden - In the mountains - Marina - On the bay - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Terrace ### Full-service spa - 7 treatment rooms - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Facials - Hot tub - Hydrotherapy - Manicures/pedicures - Massage - Spa open daily ### Accessibility - Elevator (60 inch wide door) ### More - 1 building - 5 floors - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Banquet hall - Built in 2010 - Designated smoking areas - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Vegan dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Free crib ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dining table - Free bottled water - Kitchenette - Limited room service - Meal delivery service - Microwave - Minibar - Refrigerator - Separate dining area ### More - Air conditioning - Connecting rooms available - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Iron/ironing board - Laptop workspace - LED lighting - Phone - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 32 per pet, per night Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 66 lbs per pet) Pets cannot be left unattended Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls, an off-leash area, and litter boxes are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 220 per vehicle (one way) - Pet fee: USD 32 per pet, per night - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and cash Long-term renters welcome This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision ### Property is also known as Bannister Hotel Bannister Hotel Samana Bannister Samana Hotel Bannister Bannister Hotel Yacht Club Samana Bannister Hotel Yacht Club Bannister Yacht Club Samana Bannister Yacht Club Hotel Bannister Samana The Bannister Hotel Yacht Club The Bannister Hotel Hotel Bannister by Mint Resort Hotel Bannister by Mint Samaná Hotel Bannister by Mint Resort Samaná ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hotel Bannister by Mint have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Bannister by Mint? ### Is Hotel Bannister by Mint pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Bannister by Mint? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Bannister by Mint? ### Does Hotel Bannister by Mint provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Hotel Bannister by Mint located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel Bannister by Mint Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.4 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 209 8 - Good 106 6 - Okay 30 4 - Poor 8 2 - Terrible 8 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer Jan 9, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was absolutely amazing. Quiet, beautiful view, can't beat that pool! ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carmen Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was very relaxing. ##### Carmen Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Melissa Jan 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The view was beautiful and the place super quiet. Great place to relax, good food and drinks. ##### Melissa Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evyatar Feb 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities very good hotel, clean safe and relaxing. ##### Evyatar Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fernando Feb 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The hotel staff clearly made the stay a must come back experience. ##### Fernando Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maritza Mar 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This hotel is beautiful. The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. Perfect Forrest and relaxation. ##### Maritza Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea Jul 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This place blew my mind! Is amazing the hotel is beautiful and very well kept, the staff is friendly and professional and the views are fantastic! The food at the Italian restaurant was really good too. I would not only go again but invite my family and friends to come as well. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f95c897a-40fc-46ab-a3b7-c7dd91f5d566-1751677328506.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6b4a8e65-4a95-476a-be53-b0b61e43120d-1751677327387.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d65e2f2c-f31f-46ad-966b-d35d68c2b1db-1751677327968.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7717b385-728b-4e11-af0e-d7326eecd07b-1751677328072.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Andrea Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Filomena Feb 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice Place! Good Pizza Restaurant. ##### Filomena Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandra Sep 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This hotel is beautiful the service was good I give credit to Juan Miguel great customer service ##### Alexandra Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher Sep 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Bannister is a very nice hotel. The service was great and the food was excellent. The parking was very convenient. ##### Christopher Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jasmin Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort We enjoyed our stay at the Bannister. The hotel grounds are beautiful, the food at the restaurants exceeded my expectations and the view of the sunset was beautiful. We all wanted to stay another day. ##### Jasmin Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rafael Mar 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is the most wonderful property in all of Samana. Easy access to all of Samana town and the most incredible staff and marina. A must stay at Samana ##### Rafael Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Venessa Aug 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Air conditioner was great and the staff was very helpful and friendly. We loved the view and peacefully area. ##### Venessa Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ana Carolina Nov 30, 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities We arrived at night and the room they assigned was humid and therefore smelly. They changed us to a smaller room but the smell was more pleasant. After dinner at one of the lovely restaurants -which by the way have a fantastic female bartender-, we requested a corkscrew, since there was none available in the room and we are still waiting for it -even when we approved an in-room corkage fee of US$10- our grand reserve Malbec is still uncorked. The next day we scheduled a massage at the spa, no robes, no slippers no hangers or lockers and one sided massages for 30 mins. No shower available afterwards. Great facilities, level of service should improve. ##### Ana Carolina Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arcenio Aug 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent service ##### Arcenio Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael Nov 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was kind and helpful. Our tire deflated and two of the staff showed up to change the tire for us. The facility was clean with beautiful view and good eatery. ##### Rachael Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Franchesca Jul 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Amenities Thank you for the service- the staff was kind, however, we were a bit disappointed with the stock of items. Things on the menu were not always available or in stock and the minimart was always out of juice. ##### Franchesca Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica Dec 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Bannister Hotel Every time we come it gets better and better. This is a quiet and homey place to stay. The marina provided a picturesque view, making the stay quite enjoyable for water enthusiasts. Yelaine at the reception stood out with her exceptional hospitality, ensuring a warm welcome and addressing any inquiries with a friendly demeanor. Her attentive service added a personal touch to the overall positive impression of the hotel. ##### Monica Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Retricia Sep 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The rooms were outdated. Some fixtures didn’t work like the shower head. There was a smaller shower head attached to a bigger one, the big one sprayed water everywhere so we opt to use the small one during our stay. The interior could use some renovations. Other than that the staff was patient and very friendly/ helpful. I would visit again. ##### Retricia Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Nazeel Oct 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Amenities Hotel is beautiful restaurant menu was limited amendment this poor you have to buy your own ice I have no safe in the room to leave your jewelry. The door don’t lock. I just close there is no safety lock. ##### Nazeel Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sylvia Apr 1, 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Need improvement The hotel is somewhat driving distance to meet local places (if you feel comfortable driving around). Our room definitely needed to be attended, none of the electrical outlets worked, no hot water in the shower, and the kitchen needed definitely to be replaced- stove completely full of rust, bathroom sink cloth up. We reported these items. Comfortable sofa, mattress somewhat hard, specious space, great balcony but overall the hotel was ok. Small pool, good marina and service was ok! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/F3473B8D51AE1A44227ED58B8998529CE1306FB91711932742222.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sylvia Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Mar 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel off the beaten path. It's located 10 minutes away from Samana, in a private residential complex and marina. Completely self-sufficient: there is a laundry, minimarket, several bars and restaurants on the premises. Only one caveat: there is no beach in the property. However, the pools and sea swimming area (not exactly a beach), and proximity to beautiful ones more than make up for it. Food in the restaurants is world-class, and while service may be on the unfinished side, the staff's attitude more than offsets it. While dining at the Beach Club restaurant, was lucky enough to be treated to a group of humpback whales breaching, jumping out of the water, and overall having fun. It was an unexpected yet beautiful moment. Overall, loved this hidden jewel, and will surely recommend it as much as I can, until I can return to it in the very near future. ##### Daniel Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tatiana Jan 13, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything is perfect:) ##### Tatiana Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Nov 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great space. Aging a bit but over all the beat place in samana. ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Juan Aug 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great property, amazing ocean blue as well the marina. 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