Reviewed on Jun 15, 2018

This hotel has everything going for it. Sun, sand, ocean and setting. It’s perched on a hill overlooking the Atlantic with the town as a backdrop. I liked it a few years ago but I love it this time. The manager is new and he’s dialled-in, personable and gets out of his office to see what’s going...

This hotel has everything going for it. Sun, sand, ocean and setting. It’s perched on a hill overlooking the Atlantic with the town as a backdrop. I liked it a few years ago but I love it this time. The manager is new and he’s dialled-in, personable and gets out of his office to see what’s going on. His name is Wilhelm and his attention to detail is obvious. Look him up and say hi from Alan when you come. Check-in was as speedy as it could be in the chaos of a couple of hundred simultaneous arrivals. We were late and they asked the dining room buffet to wait for us, which they did. Staff at the front desk included Javier who was courteous, friendly and efficient. Rooms are spacious, well appointed and lacked for nothing. I always bring washcloths because they are not always supplied but they are here. Soaps and other supplies are generous and replenished as required. I had a beautiful view of the bay from my room. The bed is gigantic, king, with tons of pillows and is very comfortable. There’s also a mini bar so you don’t have to go anywhere to have a cerveza or a Pepsi. There was lots of hot water so showers were a pleasure. I’m vegan so don’t generally go to the restaurants, I stick to the buffet and was very happy with it. There was soy milk without asking and tons of veggie choices. If you like Cuba you’ll never go back after having the food here, sorry Cuba. The buffet staff was extremely friendly and solicitous. Coffee was constantly replenished and so were all the food trays. There was a great selection of bread and rolls in abundance. Silverware, cutlery and tablecloths were immaculate as was the entire room. Pools (5) are everywhere even if you’re in the villas so there is lots of choice plus the ocean. The public beach is accessible by a very tall elevator and there is a hotel bar there too. The private beach is nothing to look at but there are plenty of chairs and it’s very clean. If you’re in the villas it’s very close and very appealing. Bars are everywhere, the drinks are very generous and brands are well stocked. One thing I never saw was out of control over-drinkers which you sometimes see at resorts. The best place I found to sit and watch the ocean and the town was outside the bar in the main building. One could order from the bar staff or from roving servers. The only problem is that smokers inevitably found me so I was often on the move to avoid them. Throwing one or two of them into the ocean to discourage the others was ineffectual. Samana is much safer than other areas and even in town one feels at ease except for some hard sell tactics. Can’t blame them. The hotel is 45 minutes from the airport so by the time you’re loaded and moving it’s easily at least 90 minutes or longer after exiting the plane until you’re there. Even though I’ve strayed to Mexico, Jamaica and Cuba over the last few years I think that Samana will continue to be my first choice for a sun vacation for lots of good reasons.

   Reviewed on Jun 13, 2018

I've been there sometimes ago when the Hotel was under a different management, my expectations were greatly exceeded so is the recent experience of close friends that I've recommended to expend their holidays there this year. The Hotel is nice with a great view in a quiet place, but besides that, if you are opened minded and your idea of...

I've been there sometimes ago when the Hotel was under a different management, my expectations were greatly exceeded so is the recent experience of close friends that I've recommended to expend their holidays there this year. The Hotel is nice with a great view in a quiet place, but besides that, if you are opened minded and your idea of a perfect holiday is not just seating on the beach with your own people, there are much more than just the hotel itself to enjoy! Samana is a beautiful, peaceful place overall with nice National Park and great positively proud Afro Caribbeans.

   Reviewed on Jun 11, 2018

Our stay in this hotel was very pleasant, the food of excellent quality, the rooms very comfortable, including a fridge with beer, water and soft drinks. We really enjoyed the pool area. The beach was not very good, product of recent rains on it, but under normal circumstances is very beautiful. The impressive views, especially the one of the santa...

Our stay in this hotel was very pleasant, the food of excellent quality, the rooms very comfortable, including a fridge with beer, water and soft drinks. We really enjoyed the pool area. The beach was not very good, product of recent rains on it, but under normal circumstances is very beautiful. The impressive views, especially the one of the santa barbara bridge. The entertainment team always active and willing to make us enjoy. In general I recommend 100% for those couples who want to see something different and cozy.

   Reviewed on Jun 08, 2018

After asking three months in advanced for a room in the main building due to my mother’s age and mobility problems, they assigned me to a building far away from the main complex in the third floor. The view was marvelous so I reluctantly took it, BUT, at night, we realize the stairways have no lights!!! I was lucky my...

After asking three months in advanced for a room in the main building due to my mother’s age and mobility problems, they assigned me to a building far away from the main complex in the third floor. The view was marvelous so I reluctantly took it, BUT, at night, we realize the stairways have no lights!!! I was lucky my mother was involved in a minor accident. I complain, they apologize and suggest a one bed room instead of the two bed I paid for, I rejected. They suggest a lower category room, I refused, I paid for a “privilege “ membership where they promise at least a jr suite. Finally they accept to move me to a two beds jr suite WITH LIGHTS on the stairways (that was all I asked for after all) but... the room is not a jr suite, it has a tiny bathroom (which at this point I don’t really care) but has a BIG STEP bathtube so unsafe for an older adult with mobility issues and no shower. You guys at BP are liars and/or idiots. Bonus! They make me explain the situation again and again to 8 different people. I hope they read this now and understand it.

   Reviewed on Jun 05, 2018

We spent a very nice week at this hotel and I would go back anytime. The hotel is very very clean, the room was always immaculate. The fridge in the room contained softdrinks, water and beer. We only used the water but it was refilled every day. The food at the buffet is very good. Every morning we got...

We spent a very nice week at this hotel and I would go back anytime. The hotel is very very clean, the room was always immaculate. The fridge in the room contained softdrinks, water and beer. We only used the water but it was refilled every day. The food at the buffet is very good. Every morning we got freshly made omelets and the fruit was amazing. For lunch and dinner I recommend the rice and beans and the chicken, it was excellent. The a la carte restos were also very good, the beef filet was very tender at both the french and Italian restaurants. The entertainment staff were excellent and the night entertainment was also very good. The pool was always clean and the entertainment staff had us play various games. The beach was small, but clean and always plenty of lounge chairs. A special shout out to Abel, the beach bartender and the best bartender ever! In addition to making the best drinks, he was always singing and dancing while making drinks. He is a wonderful person that made me feel happy. Be sure to order one of his special rum sours! I look forward to going back to this beautiful place!