Samana, 32000 Las Galeras, Dominican Republic
#4 of 14 hotels in Las Galeras
Guests' ChoiceBased on 79 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
9.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 April 2024
Daniel
United StatesLunch and dinner at the hotel were only ok - not bad, but they are trying to do too offer too many things. I think they would do better with fewer options done really well rather than lots of choices done ok.
Beautiful setting with its own small beach access to the sea. Very comfortable room with a view to the sea. A lovely property and hotel. Great breakfast. Close access to the town which had many restaurant options.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Franciscosepulveda
PortugalThe stand up paddle board should be fixed: without the rear fin it can be dangereous... you loose direction control and stability. To have an individual kayak would also be great. For the next time I come. Thanks!
Amazing place with an incredible view... the different tones of the blue see, the sound of the waves, the beautiful well cared garden... good breakfast as well and nice employees... The perfect place to relax and recharge batteries.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
David
United KingdomJaw-droppingly beautiful location. Breakfast great. Dinner and lunch good though not exceptional. Quite experimental cooking!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Tomáš
Czech RepublicWe should have stayed longer.
We really enjoyed this accommodation. The staff is great and helpful. Thank you!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Thomas
Dominican RepublicView was spectacular. Food was exceptional.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Cesar
Dominican RepublicThe food at the restaurant had mixed quality. Some dishes were really good and tasty; others are not up to the standards you would expect in this type of hotel.
Superb location! Gorgeous views from all the property. Close to beautiful, virgin beaches. Quiet and calm atmosphere. Friendly staff. Architecture and furniture take you back in time.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2023
Karen
United StatesAs I told staff upon checkout, I've traveled extensively and stayed in many wonderful hotels around the world, but this one is at the top of the list. It is in an unbeatably beautiful location, the facilities are charming and clean, the food is consistently wonderful, and the staff is 100 percent warm and friendly. I cannot wait for my next visit. We had torrential rains during my stay which impacted the property, but the staff dealt with it all in the most professional and easygoing nature possible.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 11 October 2023
Giorgi
GeorgiaLike!!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 13 July 2023
Rodriguez
United Statesthe water went off but they fixes quik
i love the atencion of the girl the reception she was great and the lady of the massage
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 11 July 2023
A
United Statesfood is bad. and the room smell old the bed is not good at all
the view is very nice . pool is wonderful , very quit nice olace
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 11 July 2023
Tanzila
United StatesAir conditioner did not make the room very cool.
Very private and peaceful. Amazing views from the balcony. Beach is spectacular!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 28 June 2023
Kathi
United Statessmall thing - no screens on doors, so did not keep the balcony doors open at night. Would've liked to hear the ocean at night.
Late check in was no problem. Enjoyed the small beach, the pool, restaurant and the general calm and quiet of the place. Plan to return
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 16 April 2023
Amber
United Statesthe staff was amazing and so kind
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 9 February 2023
Foliage
United StatesWe thought the bed was uncomfortable and the sheets were not very soft.
We loved the tranquility, service, flowers in the room, excellent food and service, yoga classes, the view and so much more..
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 6 February 2023
Jose
United Stateswifi didn’t work in my room and water pressure was extremely low
the place was beautiful, clean, the restaurant was great, the staff very nice. it was in A very good location walkable distance to the beach. the rooms were beautiful and comfortable and the balconies looking to the sea with their hammocks are amazing
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 31 January 2023
Johan
Dominican Republictoo slow internet
super location
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 31 January 2023
Reto
SwitzerlandNothing
Beatiful building, very spacious rooms, beautiful view, very nice stuff (rarely seen in DR so far), very helpful, food is quite good as well
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 24 January 2023
Jeffrey
United StatesI think you could do a better job conveying things to do in the area - there is a board of options that sits on the floor and could be improved/updated. The rooms are well cared for but aging.
Stunning view, healthful focus with daily yoga, massage and good food, friendly staff - esp. Bartender, restaurant, yoga teacher and Massage Therapist were wonderful. The facility has a nice scale and was well maintained.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 11 January 2023
Yue
FranceThe restaurant is disappointing. From a French culinary perspective, I found the two dishes I ordered barely edible (squash carpaccio and seafood pasta). Curry chicken wrap for lunch is okay. All personnel at the restaurant, on the other hand, is extremely nice (as it is at the rest of the hotel).
Villa Serena is a beautiful place, tastefully designed, with extraordinary sea, pool and garden views. Our room is quiet and spacious and has a large baloney overlooking the ocean. It is a perfect location for people who try to find an alternative to all-inclusive hotels. The Playa La Playita, 10 minute-walk from the hotel, is among the most beautiful beaches on the island. The hotel is also 7-10 minute-walk to the town Las Galeras, where one can find good restaurants and feel the vibrance of local life at night. I particularly enjoyed the free Yoga classes facing the ocean in the morning. Angelina, the Yoga teacher, is super amiable and helped us tremendously during our stay to communicate with the personnel (we don't speak Spanish). Overall, this has been a very pleasant stay. I highly recommend the hotel.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 5 December 2022
Julia
United StatesThe staff friendly, easy check in and check out. The rooms and the property very clean, The food affordable prices and very good, the bar and the and bartenders great too. beautiful view. Love the hotel. I strongly recommend it.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 22 October 2022
Bruno
SwitzerlandI'd have liked more shadow around the pool
as the name implies - a serene place
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 9 September 2022
Milena
United StatesPool was poorly kept, water was very dull and dirty. Should improve this issue since their beach couldn’t be used because of Sargazo/algae, and we end up going to a close beach.
Ambiences, quiet, relaxing.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 20 June 2022
Chiara
SwitzerlandLittle water comes out of shower
Everything perfect! Amazing and beautiful! We will come again!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 29 May 2022
Dominik
GermanyThere could be a bit more variety with respect to the breakfast. Everything we had was super fresh and delicious though.
Super beautiful hotel and garden. The ocean views are stunning. Staff was super helpful and friendly. Breakfast in the restaurant was delicious. Beach, supermarkets and restaurants are in walking distance
Stayed in May 2022
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