Title: The Water Melon House - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6046772&destination=Saman%C3%A1%2C+Saman%C3%A1%2C+Dominican+Republic&selected=90780775&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Water Melon House Morning coffee awaits in the lobby or the cozy coffee shop at this centrally located guesthouse that travelers consistently describe as a hidden gem ## Photo gallery for The Water Melon House ![Couples dining - The Water Melon House (Samaná)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90790000/90780800/90780775/6d4dbcf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Business centre - The Water Melon House (Samaná)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90790000/90780800/90780775/872cbf98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Design Room, 1 Bedroom - The Water Melon House (Samaná)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90790000/90780800/90780775/e29d01b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Water Melon House (Samaná)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90790000/90780800/90780775/8b1ed662.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Water Melon House (Samaná)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90790000/90780800/90780775/ed7c9d42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Water Melon House, in the heart of the city, offers a warm welcome with to-go breakfast and a daily manager's reception. 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[Visit our Samaná travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Samana.dx6046772) [View more Guest houses in Samaná](https://www.expedia.ca/Samana-Guest-Houses.d6046772-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C19.20668%2C-69.32855&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=K3gX-Cf60aL7i2AslQ-q94kbjVo=) 59 C. Theodore Chasereaux, Samaná, Samaná, 32000 ### What's nearby - ![Samana Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046772/c77ea03b-44af-4750-b1fa-5bb05cfbcb94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Samana Bay 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - ![Playa cayacoa, Samaná, República Dominicana ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635980609712/88315676-d8a0-44b1-8022-f21cadd2a63b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Playa Cayacoa 4 min drive \- 1.8 km - Malecón de Samaná 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Whale Museum of Samana 3 min drive \- 1.5 km - Samana Zipline 18 min drive \- 9.2 km ### Getting around - Samana (AZS-El Catey Intl.) 71 min drive ### Restaurants - Santorino 8 min walk - Santa Bahia 12 min walk - Lobby Bar 5 min drive - Royal Snack 8 min walk - Restaurante El Timon 8 min walk ## About this property ### The Water Melon House Guesthouse located in Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja Take advantage of free to-go breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace at The Water Melon House. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Coffee/tea in the lobby, luggage storage, and concierge services - Tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at The Water Melon House feature comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Food and drink - Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Free daily manager's reception - Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 10; reservation required ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (once per stay) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - 10 steps to reach entrance - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Food and drink - Free bottled water ### More - Portable fan ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions 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 stay free Welcoming dogs and cats only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast ## Important information ### Optional extras - Hosted evening meal: USD 10 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 This property accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as The Water Melon House Samaná The Water Melon House Guesthouse The Water Melon House Guesthouse Samaná ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Water Melon House pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at The Water Melon House? ### What time is check-out at The Water Melon House? ### Where is The Water Melon House located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Water Melon House Reviews 6.0 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) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### PIA Feb 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities I felt comfortable, despite initial problem with my reservation through Expedia (which took 3 calls to resolve), and some construction noise. I stayed 4 nights in the 6bed dorm room. I miss the hostel dog Amazon, the most. It's a very basic hostel but staff/volunteers/owner/guests were very nice. There's a water shortage in Samana so no long hot showers, or even much water cold water due to weak water pressure. Wifi was intermittent at times. Breakfast was good, something different every morning. Location is good, walking distance to everything. I joined the tour to Haities suggested by the hostel. Was good. I enjoyed the local small beach and a few of the nearby restaurants. Nice view from the Chinese restaurant. ##### PIA Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Anna Apr 4, 2026 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ostello inesistente, numero di telefono recuperato dal profilo Instagram che ti vuole mandare a in un posto a un ora di distanza ##### Anna Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Antonio Francesco Jan 21, 2025 ##### Antonio Francesco Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### WAGNER Dec 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### WAGNER Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024