Set on Boca Chica beach, whala!bocachica is a budget all-inclusive beach resort with an aesthetic inspired by the town’s former life as a quaint fishing village. Rooms are homey, and upgraded categories come with minibars, enhanced decor, and private balconies with pretty garden, pool, or ocean views. The resort features an adult-only section, a kids’ club, and water sports such as scuba diving and windsurfing for an extra cost. Two restaurants, three open-air bars, and a daytime pizzeria and snack bar are on offer. The stairs (no elevators) are a turnoff; and the two pools can become loud and rambunctious when the place is full. Persistent beach vendors can get annoying and Wi-Fi access is limited. Travelers who’d prefer to stay on a private beach could try nearby Be Live Experience Hamaca Garden.
Set on Boca Chica beach, whala!bocachica is a budget all-inclusive beach resort with an aesthetic inspired by the town’s former life as a quaint fishing village. Rooms are homey, and upgraded categories come with minibars, enhanced decor, and private balconies with pretty garden, pool, or ocean views. The resort features an adult-only section, a kids’ club, and water sports such as scuba diving and windsurfing for an extra cost. Two restaurants, three open-air bars, and a daytime pizzeria and snack bar are on offer. The stairs (no elevators) are a turnoff; and the two pools can become loud and rambunctious when the place is full. Persistent beach vendors can get annoying and Wi-Fi access is limited. Travelers who’d prefer to stay on a private beach could try nearby Be Live Experience Hamaca Garden.
The three-pearl Be Live Hamaca is an aging resort set on a calm and swimmable stretch of Boca Chica beachfront. Overall, this hotel is best suited for unfussy families after cheap all-inclusive rates. Technically, this is part of a two-resort complex, with shared amenities which might require a walk to reach. The property has 670 rooms which are spacious and bright with balconies; stylishly renovated Hamaca Suites are the best bet and come with nice perks. Features include five swimming pools, a modern spa, solid evening entertainment, and a casino. Aside from chic Pelicano (not part of the all-inclusive plan), dining at the five restaurants is mediocre at best. Some guests find the quality, maintenance, and tired appearance of the place to be a general letdown. As an alternative, the nearby Coral Costa Caribe Resort & Spa has slightly higher rates, but a nicer aesthetic.
The three-pearl Be Live Hamaca is an aging resort set on a calm and swimmable stretch of Boca Chica beachfront. Overall, this hotel is best suited for unfussy families after cheap all-inclusive rates. Technically, this is part of a two-resort complex, with shared amenities which might require a walk to reach. The property has 670 rooms which are spacious and bright with balconies; stylishly renovated Hamaca Suites are the best bet and come with nice perks. Features include five swimming pools, a modern spa, solid evening entertainment, and a casino. Aside from chic Pelicano (not part of the all-inclusive plan), dining at the five restaurants is mediocre at best. Some guests find the quality, maintenance, and tired appearance of the place to be a general letdown. As an alternative, the nearby Coral Costa Caribe Resort & Spa has slightly higher rates, but a nicer aesthetic.
Hotel Garant is a budget hotel that's close to Santo Domingo's international airport, and is only a five-minute walk to one of the most popular beaches in the Dominican Republic: Boca Chica. The 20 rooms are sparse and dated, but for a budget option, this hotel has a lot of pros -- like a small on-site pool, a la carte breakfast, and up-to-date amenities, like flat-screen TVs and full-sized refrigerators. Sex tourism is real in Boca Chica, and this hotel is no exception, so families with children might want to skip this neighborhood altogether. As an alternative budget-friendly spot in Santo Domingo's safer historic district, check rates at Casa Naemie, a quaint boutique property. Rates may be a bit higher, though, and there's no beach nearby.
Hotel Garant is a budget hotel that's close to Santo Domingo's international airport, and is only a five-minute walk to one of the most popular beaches in the Dominican Republic: Boca Chica. The 20 rooms are sparse and dated, but for a budget option, this hotel has a lot of pros -- like a small on-site pool, a la carte breakfast, and up-to-date amenities, like flat-screen TVs and full-sized refrigerators. Sex tourism is real in Boca Chica, and this hotel is no exception, so families with children might want to skip this neighborhood altogether. As an alternative budget-friendly spot in Santo Domingo's safer historic district, check rates at Casa Naemie, a quaint boutique property. Rates may be a bit higher, though, and there's no beach nearby.
Hamaca Suites offers 65 beautifully renovated Suites inside a sprawling mega resort of 670 rooms. The bold Suites warrant a solid four-plus pearl rating, but given guests must share tired resort facilities with everyone else, it gets a three-and-a-half-pearl status. The Suites are beautifully done with Travertine floors, playful bold color, and lovely bathrooms, but the common amenities just don’t measure up. Still, this is probably the best option in Boca Chica. Aside from chic oceanfront Pelicano (on-site but not part of the all-inclusive package), dining here is mediocre at best. Highlights include a gorgeous beach, relaxing spa, and access to five pools, including a large beachfront infinity pool. Those seeking real luxury should head to Punta Cana’s Excellence El Carmen, for stunning suites with private whirlpools and excellent all-inclusive cuisine.
Hamaca Suites offers 65 beautifully renovated Suites inside a sprawling mega resort of 670 rooms. The bold Suites warrant a solid four-plus pearl rating, but given guests must share tired resort facilities with everyone else, it gets a three-and-a-half-pearl status. The Suites are beautifully done with Travertine floors, playful bold color, and lovely bathrooms, but the common amenities just don’t measure up. Still, this is probably the best option in Boca Chica. Aside from chic oceanfront Pelicano (on-site but not part of the all-inclusive package), dining here is mediocre at best. Highlights include a gorgeous beach, relaxing spa, and access to five pools, including a large beachfront infinity pool. Those seeking real luxury should head to Punta Cana’s Excellence El Carmen, for stunning suites with private whirlpools and excellent all-inclusive cuisine.
Hotel Mango is a simple budget property in Boca Chica -- one of the island’s most famous and infamous seaside towns. The beach is less than a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Each of the 33 rooms is clean, though small and dated, with free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and mini-fridges. There's enough on-site to keep most guests happy, including a small pool, a tiny workout area, and a lively 24-hour restaurant and bar that’s equally as popular with guests and locals. Although it’s more expensive, Hotel Garant offers the same amenities with a bit more polish and a better location near the beach.
Hotel Mango is a simple budget property in Boca Chica -- one of the island’s most famous and infamous seaside towns. The beach is less than a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Each of the 33 rooms is clean, though small and dated, with free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and mini-fridges. There's enough on-site to keep most guests happy, including a small pool, a tiny workout area, and a lively 24-hour restaurant and bar that’s equally as popular with guests and locals. Although it’s more expensive, Hotel Garant offers the same amenities with a bit more polish and a better location near the beach.
With two infinity pools, access to a large beach, a modern spa, round-the-clock dining, and an on-site casino, Be Live Experience Hamaca Garden offers all-inclusive value and a spring break vibe. Technically, this is part of a three-resort complex, with shared amenities. The 355-room property appears to be in a perpetual state of renovation, rooms can be hit or miss, though each comes with a free minibar and private balcony. There's a definite party atmosphere happening at the pools and on the beautiful beach across the street. Many guests tout the dirt cheap, all-inclusive pricing as its biggest selling point, especially considering the low quality of food on offer at five restaurants. For an alternative beachfront resort, check rates at the nearby Coral Costa Caribe Hotel.
With two infinity pools, access to a large beach, a modern spa, round-the-clock dining, and an on-site casino, Be Live Experience Hamaca Garden offers all-inclusive value and a spring break vibe. Technically, this is part of a three-resort complex, with shared amenities. The 355-room property appears to be in a perpetual state of renovation, rooms can be hit or miss, though each comes with a free minibar and private balcony. There's a definite party atmosphere happening at the pools and on the beautiful beach across the street. Many guests tout the dirt cheap, all-inclusive pricing as its biggest selling point, especially considering the low quality of food on offer at five restaurants. For an alternative beachfront resort, check rates at the nearby Coral Costa Caribe Hotel.
