The 299-room Casa Marina Reef is a mid-range, all-inclusive hotel that while far from luxurious, offers excellent value for the price. Highlights include two nice sandy beaches, appealing oceanfront pools, a huge central pool, free sports rentals, and all-inclusive food and drinks. Rooms are basic and pleasant with tile floors, wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, and small balconies. It’s also one of the few resorts that’s within walking distance of a real Dominican town, giving guests a chance to escape from the all-inclusive bubble. Beachfront massages are available in cabanas and there's an on-site dance club and daily entertainment. On the downside, the restaurants are often overcrowded, most of the food is mediocre, and the rooms are basic with no free Wi-Fi.
The 299-room Casa Marina Reef is a mid-range, all-inclusive hotel that while far from luxurious, offers excellent value for the price. Highlights include two nice sandy beaches, appealing oceanfront pools, a huge central pool, free sports rentals, and all-inclusive food and drinks. Rooms are basic and pleasant with tile floors, wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, and small balconies. It’s also one of the few resorts that’s within walking distance of a real Dominican town, giving guests a chance to escape from the all-inclusive bubble. Beachfront massages are available in cabanas and there's an on-site dance club and daily entertainment. On the downside, the restaurants are often overcrowded, most of the food is mediocre, and the rooms are basic with no free Wi-Fi.
Gansevoort Dominican Republic is a swish, four-pearl property set on a peaceful beachfront just outside Sosúa. The location puts guests within walking distance of a few restaurants and shops, but it's pleasantly removed from downtown, which can feel seamy at times. The property’s 48 suites and penthouses are sophisticated and inviting, equipped with generously-sized kitchens, living areas, and balconies or terraces. Gansevoort’s portfolio of fashionable amenities includes two pools, a spa, and a couple of scenic dining venues -- plus the free breakfast is exceptional. Guests looking for upmarket, apartment-style accommodations might want to compare amenities and rates with Sea Horse Ranch in Cabarete.
Gansevoort Dominican Republic is a swish, four-pearl property set on a peaceful beachfront just outside Sosúa. The location puts guests within walking distance of a few restaurants and shops, but it's pleasantly removed from downtown, which can feel seamy at times. The property’s 48 suites and penthouses are sophisticated and inviting, equipped with generously-sized kitchens, living areas, and balconies or terraces. Gansevoort’s portfolio of fashionable amenities includes two pools, a spa, and a couple of scenic dining venues -- plus the free breakfast is exceptional. Guests looking for upmarket, apartment-style accommodations might want to compare amenities and rates with Sea Horse Ranch in Cabarete.
Casa Valeria Boutique Hotel is an appealing, three-pearl property located in a low-key area of Sosúa, a short walk from Playa Alicia beach. The hotel’s nine rooms and apartments are basic but inviting, featuring minibars and colorful decor. The slim lineup of amenities includes a small outdoor pool and a lovely restaurant, which offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner (free breakfast is included). While the hotel is set in one of the less edgy areas of Sosúa, the town tends to be a bit seedy, which could be a problem for some guests. Travelers may want to compare amenities and rates with nearby Hotel Sosua Sunrise.
Casa Valeria Boutique Hotel is an appealing, three-pearl property located in a low-key area of Sosúa, a short walk from Playa Alicia beach. The hotel’s nine rooms and apartments are basic but inviting, featuring minibars and colorful decor. The slim lineup of amenities includes a small outdoor pool and a lovely restaurant, which offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner (free breakfast is included). While the hotel is set in one of the less edgy areas of Sosúa, the town tends to be a bit seedy, which could be a problem for some guests. Travelers may want to compare amenities and rates with nearby Hotel Sosua Sunrise.
Opened in 1980, Tropix Hotel was one of Sosua’s first resorts. Not much has changed since then, including the decor and much of the staff. A budget hotel, Tropix is a peaceful, family-friendly alternative to many of the sex tourism driven properties downtown. The 10 guest rooms are tropically inspired but also seriously dated, with cheap, uncomfortable furniture and air conditioners that hardly work. The unplugged nature of the property also means there are no TVs or phones, but there is free Wi-Fi. There's a communal kitchen, and the hotel serves an a la carte breakfast for a fee each morning. Guests are within a short walk of the beach and a grocery store. Travelers would be hard-pressed to find a better hotel for this rock-bottom rate, though the beachfront Velero Beach Resort and Hotel Villa Taina in nearby Cabarete often aren't too much pricier.
Opened in 1980, Tropix Hotel was one of Sosua’s first resorts. Not much has changed since then, including the decor and much of the staff. A budget hotel, Tropix is a peaceful, family-friendly alternative to many of the sex tourism driven properties downtown. The 10 guest rooms are tropically inspired but also seriously dated, with cheap, uncomfortable furniture and air conditioners that hardly work. The unplugged nature of the property also means there are no TVs or phones, but there is free Wi-Fi. There's a communal kitchen, and the hotel serves an a la carte breakfast for a fee each morning. Guests are within a short walk of the beach and a grocery store. Travelers would be hard-pressed to find a better hotel for this rock-bottom rate, though the beachfront Velero Beach Resort and Hotel Villa Taina in nearby Cabarete often aren't too much pricier.
Residencial Casa Linda is a mid-range vacation home community where privately owned villas can be rented by vacationers. Decor and in-room amenities vary, but all villas have fully equipped kitchens, private pools, and patio areas. It’s an ideal place for families or large groups, as some villas can accommodate up to 12 people. Residencial Casa Linda is in a secluded area that’s a bit hard to find from the main road. There’s nothing within walking distance, but the hotel offers a free shuttle to and from downtown Sosua and Cabarete. There is no on-site restaurant or fitness center, but the property added a communal pool and tennis courts in 2016.
Residencial Casa Linda is a mid-range vacation home community where privately owned villas can be rented by vacationers. Decor and in-room amenities vary, but all villas have fully equipped kitchens, private pools, and patio areas. It’s an ideal place for families or large groups, as some villas can accommodate up to 12 people. Residencial Casa Linda is in a secluded area that’s a bit hard to find from the main road. There’s nothing within walking distance, but the hotel offers a free shuttle to and from downtown Sosua and Cabarete. There is no on-site restaurant or fitness center, but the property added a communal pool and tennis courts in 2016.
If CBS decides to add "CSI Sosua" to its crime show franchise, producers needn’t look any further than the New Garden Hotel to shoot the show’s iconic sketchy hotel scenes. Conveniently, the network won’t even need to supply seedy props, as condoms, cigarettes, and sketchy, single men are already on hand. The 40 dank rooms, with their barred windows, moldy ceilings, and mismatched furniture, complete the look, along with two dirty pools. Playa Alicia, the gorgeous beach within walking distance of the hotel, can serve as the blissful backdrop for the opening credits. The nearby Tropix Hotel is a cleaner, safer option for families and couples, with a strict registered guests only policy.
If CBS decides to add "CSI Sosua" to its crime show franchise, producers needn’t look any further than the New Garden Hotel to shoot the show’s iconic sketchy hotel scenes. Conveniently, the network won’t even need to supply seedy props, as condoms, cigarettes, and sketchy, single men are already on hand. The 40 dank rooms, with their barred windows, moldy ceilings, and mismatched furniture, complete the look, along with two dirty pools. Playa Alicia, the gorgeous beach within walking distance of the hotel, can serve as the blissful backdrop for the opening credits. The nearby Tropix Hotel is a cleaner, safer option for families and couples, with a strict registered guests only policy.
Often lauded as one of the best upscale hotels in the Dominican Republic, Casa Veintiuno is an intimate bed-and-breakfast with just three poshly decorated rooms. Thanks to hospitable Belgian owners, Casa Veintiuno exhibits a flair of European cool that can’t be found anywhere else in the area. Rooms are equipped with French designer bedding, Dutch mattresses, and Italian espresso machines. There’s a small pool surrounded by cushioned lounge chairs and a tropical garden, as well as an on-site gourmet restaurant that serves free breakfast. Though the hotel isn’t located on the beach, it’s within a five- to 10-minute walk of both of Sosua’s beaches. For direct beach access, check rates at Bahia Principe San Juan.
Often lauded as one of the best upscale hotels in the Dominican Republic, Casa Veintiuno is an intimate bed-and-breakfast with just three poshly decorated rooms. Thanks to hospitable Belgian owners, Casa Veintiuno exhibits a flair of European cool that can’t be found anywhere else in the area. Rooms are equipped with French designer bedding, Dutch mattresses, and Italian espresso machines. There’s a small pool surrounded by cushioned lounge chairs and a tropical garden, as well as an on-site gourmet restaurant that serves free breakfast. Though the hotel isn’t located on the beach, it’s within a five- to 10-minute walk of both of Sosua’s beaches. For direct beach access, check rates at Bahia Principe San Juan.
Victorian House Boutique Hotel is an aging, two-and-a-half-pearl property located in Sosúa. Most of the hotel’s 50 guest rooms have balconies with wonderful ocean views, but units tend to be slightly untidy and the decor needs an update. On-site amenities, which are shared with the Exxtraordinary Resort – Bellamar, include and outdoor and two restaurants, with all-inclusive packages available. The facilities are better maintained than the guest rooms but still have an older look. Sweeping ocean vistas claim the spotlight throughout the property, which offers direct access to Sosúa Beach; however, guests should bear in mind that sex tourism has a heavy presence in this area. Travelers with some flexibility in their budget might want to consider Hotel Villa Taina as an alternative.
Victorian House Boutique Hotel is an aging, two-and-a-half-pearl property located in Sosúa. Most of the hotel’s 50 guest rooms have balconies with wonderful ocean views, but units tend to be slightly untidy and the decor needs an update. On-site amenities, which are shared with the Exxtraordinary Resort – Bellamar, include and outdoor and two restaurants, with all-inclusive packages available. The facilities are better maintained than the guest rooms but still have an older look. Sweeping ocean vistas claim the spotlight throughout the property, which offers direct access to Sosúa Beach; however, guests should bear in mind that sex tourism has a heavy presence in this area. Travelers with some flexibility in their budget might want to consider Hotel Villa Taina as an alternative.
With a swooping staircase, grand pillars, and high ceilings, the 58-room, two-and-a-half-pearl Piergiorgio Palace is a picture of fading island elegance. It's all a bit old school and interiors are dated, but the hotel's setting is drop-dead gorgeous, perched on Sosua's cliffs overlooking the ocean. The Italian restaurant makes particularly good use of the ocean views. There's a small boutique on-site as well as a swimming pool with a few lounge chairs, but guests will have to walk to the beach, the closest of which is a 10-minute walk. The rooms -- which include flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning -- could use an overhaul, especially the hard beds and worn furniture. It's worth investigating Velero Beach Resort, in nearby Cabarete, which sits directly on Kite Beach and is more modern.
With a swooping staircase, grand pillars, and high ceilings, the 58-room, two-and-a-half-pearl Piergiorgio Palace is a picture of fading island elegance. It's all a bit old school and interiors are dated, but the hotel's setting is drop-dead gorgeous, perched on Sosua's cliffs overlooking the ocean. The Italian restaurant makes particularly good use of the ocean views. There's a small boutique on-site as well as a swimming pool with a few lounge chairs, but guests will have to walk to the beach, the closest of which is a 10-minute walk. The rooms -- which include flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning -- could use an overhaul, especially the hard beds and worn furniture. It's worth investigating Velero Beach Resort, in nearby Cabarete, which sits directly on Kite Beach and is more modern.