Samana, 32000 Las Galeras, Dominican Republic
#3 of 14 hotels in Las Galeras
Guests' ChoiceBased on 65 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
9.3
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Reviewed: 10 June 2025
Katia
Dominican RepublicWe are very happy with the service overall
Double bed with beach front view
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 25 March 2025
Vrooom
United StatesThis is a smallish and therefore quiet and intimate resort enjoying a GORGEOUS location overlooking the sea from all the rooms (except room 15) and featuring a family-run friendly personalized ambiance, gracious service, unfailing gourmet food in an elegant restaurant or terrace. This is not Resort Inexpensive-to-provide Expensive-to-eat fare. Excursions and very good and very reasonable Massages available. Beautiful pool and little sea beach. Lovely rooms with large sea-view balconies w/comfortable chairs. Large well equipped bathrooms. Good shower w/hot water. Clean and quiet. Walk East along the coast possible. Very safe area and adjoining small town.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 24 March 2025
Francis
United StatesI loved it all, maybe private parking(but wasn’t missed)
I loved the colonial style of the hotel, it definitely held up to its name.. serene feel of the property which included a pool, beach, restaurant, bar and spa right by the water. Breakfast was included and was delicious. The shower and clearly marked instructions around the room with instant coffee are and an electric kettle. Las Galeras is a small beach town
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 22 March 2025
Vrooom
United StatesNothing
Gorgeous Seaside location Large modern fully equipped comfortable rooms with sea views Fantastic gourmet food in comfortable affordable elegant restaurant with lovely staff and service Helpful staff Nice activities Great Massages Lovely pool Coastal walks Village nearby English spoken Small and friendly, not big resort Great shower, hot water Good internet Nice lobby/public area with view for hanging out No mosquito or noise problems Transport available
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 19 March 2025
Katia
BelgiumIt would be nice to have some high quality coffee available for nice espressos and cappuccinos.
This hotel is a well kept treasure ! The location and view are stunning. The staff is super friendly. Free yoga classes included to start your day. Beautiful beaches nearby to visit. I have been here a few times and will be back !
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 16 March 2025
Perla
United StatesCan’t think of anything I didn’t like. We loved our stay there and look forward to heading back.
Not only is Villa Serena a beautiful site, but the staff takes pride in their work and in creating the best experience for guests.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 10 March 2025
Carlos
United StatesN/a
Location- staff - perfect stay for a couple or family Beach on side great soaking pool Breakfast exceptional Nice oceanfront view
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 1 March 2025
Philippa
SwitzerlandAvoid room 12. It does not have a sea view and is damp.
Beautiful colonial style hotel by the sea with lovely pool and gardens. Large comfortable rooms and excellent service. Restaurant served quality food and service was attentive, smiling and efficient.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 25 February 2025
Julien
United KingdomNothing to say
Amazing place
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 17 February 2025
Rudolph
United StatesNothing
Everything! The property is great and the staff is better.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 6 February 2025
Andrea
HungaryNothing to share here
It is an amazing hotel, staff is very friendly, the yoga class in the morning is excellent, the massage also, the bar at the pool is also super, the garden and the location is very good. Breakfast is outstanding.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 18 January 2025
Kathy
United StatesThe room needs updating. There are no tables or outlets next to bed. One side of the bed is against a wall, making it difficult for a person to climb in and out.
Location. Friendly staff. View.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 16 January 2025
Kate
CanadaThe bed we had in our room is an old style mattress so when your husband moves his toe during the night, you feel it right away so it’s too easy to wake each other up. The only complaint is that, the mattress ! The restaurant on site had great food for dinner but it’s 28% tax so makes it a pricey event.
Amazing location on the beach. Stunning building and comfortable rooms. Easy breakfast. Great staff and service. Yoga in the morning was just amazing, the classic one and with aerial silks. It’s a great place to just relax and forget about the world.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 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
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