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Playa Esmeralda Resort

4.0 star property
Guayacanes beachfront hotel with outdoor pool and beach bar

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Private beach, beach bar
Standard Single Room | Living area | TV
Exterior
Bathroom sink
Outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 6:30 PM, sun loungers
Located near the bay, Playa Esmeralda Resort offers an upscale retreat with a marina, private beach, and two on-site restaurants serving international cuisine. Unwind at the poolside bar or enjoy lunch at the beachfront dining area while taking in breathtaking views.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Childcare
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Marina
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Beach bar
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting services
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe

Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Single Room | Living area | TV

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bidet
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Paseo Vicini, Guayacanes, San Pedro de Macoris, 21000

What's nearby

  • Guayacanes Beach - 6 min walk
  • Los Marlins Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Los Delfines Water Park - 6 min drive
  • Marbella Beach - 6 min drive
  • Guavaberry Golf and Country Club - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Las Americas Intl. Airport (SDQ) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lolita - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ola Lola Beach Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oregano @ Emotions by Hodelpa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Amici at Emotions by Hodelpo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Paladart - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Playa Esmeralda Resort

Playa Esmeralda Resort offers a private beach where you can sip a drink at the beach bar. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a fitness center. Dining choices include 2 restaurants and the bar/lounge is a great place to grab a cold drink. A marina, a poolside bar, and a terrace are other highlights at this all-inclusive hotel.

All inclusive

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English, French, Italian

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 44 units
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 1:00 PM
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting services

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Marina

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Onsite venue #2 - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 to 60 for adults, and USD 20 to 60 for children

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 6:30 PM

Also known as

Playa Esmeralda
Playa Esmeralda Juan Dolio
Playa Esmeralda Resort
Playa Esmeralda Resort Juan Dolio
Playa Esmeralda Resort Guayacanes
Playa Esmeralda Guayacanes
Playa Esmeralda Resort Hotel
Playa Esmeralda Resort Guayacanes
Playa Esmeralda Resort Hotel Guayacanes

Frequently asked questions

Does Playa Esmeralda Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Playa Esmeralda Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Playa Esmeralda Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 6:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at Playa Esmeralda Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Playa Esmeralda Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Playa Esmeralda Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 1:00 PM.

Is there an onsite casino at Playa Esmeralda Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Dream Casino Be Live Hamaca (29-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Playa Esmeralda Resort and nearby?

Playa Esmeralda Resort has a private beach and an outdoor pool, as well as a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Playa Esmeralda Resort?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring beachfront dining and international cuisine.

Does Playa Esmeralda Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Playa Esmeralda Resort like?

Playa Esmeralda Resort is located a short 6-minute walk from Guayacanes Beach.

Playa Esmeralda Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Poor

This place is closed since march 2019 due to pandemic however they are doing bookings and taking people's money. Don't bother with this. I complained and ask for refund that was denied.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Fijn dat het personeel - als ze je verstonden, dat was het merendeel - heel soepel en meedenkend was. Ligt direct aan zee, mijn kamer met balkon had prachtig uitzicht naar zee, zwembad en terassen. En tuinen, zwembad en prive srrand prima onderhouden. Je kon binnen 2 min naar Playa Guayacanes lopen - heerlijke verse vis eten- en in 10 minuten naar het dorpje zelf met gezellige supermarktjes + terrasjes. Flip van Keulen uit Leiden
21-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Place is a hidden paradise nice staff and people , clean and up to date rooms
Gerry, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Agradable estancia cerca de casa
Fue una noche pero agradable la estancia. Cerca de la capital y el aeropuerto. El hotel superó mis expectativas realmente, hacía años que no lo visitaba y me agrado estaría nuevamente allí. Lo tendré en cuenta para próximas estadías.
Sergio, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice location to the beach , hotel staff are like family
Gerry, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Luiz, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Mala relacion calidad precio
Lo mejor los camareros. Lo peor la habitacion ya antigua y que realmente no es un todo incluido porque hay muchas cosas que no estan incluidas
3-night trip

6/10 Good

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel , great atmosphere by all workers
Great time , close to beach , good company, the hotel staff makes you feel like home
gilles, 7-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Very good

Hidden Jewel
We had a very pleasant stay. The hotel staff all very nice. Especially, Tin ...The Room very clean. Great view... Food and drinks were very good. Very quaint. Beach is gorgeous. Will definitely return. Great Job to all at Playa Esmeralda Resort!
KennedyGonzalez, 3-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Fair

Ok hotel close to the beach
We had a two day stay and it rained. The staff is very nice. The shower needs updating. The bed was very comfortable. The rating is no higher than ⭐️⭐️
ema, 2-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Good

Good place to stay with the family for a weekend
The crevice was good.The decoration is beautiful and the beach and the pool are great,but I think the entrance to the hotel needs to be fixed, the refrigerators need to hibernate conectes to the electric outlet. Also the bar and the kitchen area should have better equipment .in addition as this is a family place they should have a kids pool and other amenities for kids. The fans of the room I was needs to be fixed
1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant!
Was a pleasant experience. Good for everyone. Wilke was very helpful. He went out of his way to TRY and make my experience worth while. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Clean resort. My room was on the second floor(222) overlooking the pool and the beach. Great view. Room was good. Air conditioning takes time to get going. I like it frosty. Bed was adequate, thin mattress. Linens were clean, not stained, and no loose hairs. Wifi was great in the room but weakened at the beach. slow but working. The bathroom was good. The shower is undersized. I am 6'4" 224lbs. Width was good but the clearance was not. Watch your head, keep your arms bent. In-room safe costs extra. You need to ask the desk for a key. Costs a few dollars a day. Not sure about the amount or laptop compatibility. Room had a mini fridge with water. I suggest getting some beer for late hours as the bars close at 10pm depending on the amount of people still drinking. Food is buffet style 3 times a day. The food was not great at first but got better. The short short ribs were great. They were really short. 2 bars and a a la carte restaurant on the premises was good. People from outside use the beach and restaurant making parking in the 5 space lot non-existant. Parking extends up the driveway to the secondary street. People walking thru from public beach adjacent to the resort. Public beach has a restaurant... DO NOT EAT THERE! RIP OFF! More like shanties people cook local fare, serve beer/soda. BE CAREFUL!
Karl, 6-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Poor

Scary looking place and surroundings
We arrived at this hotel and decided not to stay. The neighborhood we drove through before getting there looked questionable. Upon arrival, the property did not look inviting and given the neighborhood and late hour of arrival, we decided we didn't feel comfortable staying. We found another place about 20 minutes away which was much more inviting and secure.
Jill, 1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

The staff are the best , and the quite relax environment is perfect
8-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Muy cómodo
Excelente, buenas atenciones, buen servicio.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Very good

Hotel muy tranquilo y de buen servicio al cliente.
Un lugar muy tranquilo, ideal para descansar, servicio al cliente excelente. La comida no es muy buena...pueden mejorar. Las habitaciones no muy comodas.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

hotel direkte ned til strand
Dejligt lille hotel med masser af plads på stranden og masser af sol senge, så mange at der ikke var nogen der reserverede solsengé om natten Maden var ikke noget særligt kunne sagtens have været bedre uden det ville koste ekstra for hotel ejeren. Et godt råd til hotel ledelsen er , bedre mad !!!! Vil helt klart anbefale dette hotel istedet for et kæmpe stort all incl hotel med alt for få sol senge m.m
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Good

The hotel location and staff was amazing.
My experience was ok, my only complaint was the food. Same menu everyday!!! and it was cold EVERYDAY!!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Good

Fint sted til pengene
Vi havde et dejligt 2-dages ophold på Playa Esmeralda Resort. Hotellet har egen, privat strand som er smuk og perfekt til et par dages afslapning. Der er dog ikke meget andet at tage sig til end at ligge på stranden, så på trods af et dejligt ophold er vi glade for, at vi ikke havde booket mere end 2 dage. Værelserne er ok til prisen. Der er, hvad man har brug for. Vi var heldige at få et værelse med en skøn udsigt. Maden er begrænset. Du kommer ikke til at gå sulten i seng, men det er samme mad der serveres hver dag. Personalet søde og hjælpsomme bed spørgsmål.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Very good

Beach resort
Very nice resort on the beach. European clientele.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Exceptional

Buena experiencia en Juan Dolio
El Hotel está muy bien, la atención del personal siempre esmerada y atenta. Quizás el desayuno un poco monótono. Pero la experiencia fue buena en todo caso. Volveré sin dudarlo.