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Amanera

Río San Juan, Samaná, Dominican Republic · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits

Amanera

Located on the north coast of Dominican Republic, Amanera overlooks the golden sands of Playa Grande beach and the Atlantic Ocean. Accommodations - Amanera’s 24 one-bedroom Casitas dot the lush coastline with unobstructed ocean views. Most with 30-foot swimming pools, overhanging eaves shade expansive terraces with outdoor dining/lounging areas, while inside, the floor-to-ceiling glass doors lead to rooms specially positioned to maximize views. Twin Casitas (2 connecting casitas) accommodate large families or group of friends. The two-bedroom Bay View Casa enjoys two master bedrooms under the same roof with panoramic views of the ocean and Playa Grande beach, a 60-foot infinity pool and a…

The fact that Amanera offers Hispaniola’s most refined stay is evident from a mile away. That’s the length of Playa Grande, the immaculate beach that fronts this sanctuary resort. The glass-and-teak main house highlights nature’s artistry, as do the 24 Casitas and two-bedroom clifftop Casa; most accommodations feature pools facing the sands. Take a jungle trek, get a seaside massage, or sip Mojitos at the Beach Club, then puff a hand-rolled Dominican puro in the Cigar Lounge and learn the rhythmic sways of Merengue. Rees Jones renovated the adjacent Playa Grande Golf & Ocean Club, touted as “the Pebble Beach of the Caribbean.”

What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
  • Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant (already included in property rates)
  • $100 USD equivalent Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
  • Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability

These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.

Current offers

  • Extend Your Stay — through 2027-03-17 · Enjoy a complimentary night for stays of four nights Enjoy a complimentary night at natural paradise, Amanera. On the shores of Playa Grande, this beautiful landscape is surrounded by 400 acres of nature reserve. Your four-night stay includes: A complimentary night Additional inclusions: Daily breakfast In-room refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages Use of bikes Daily afternoon tea Daily scheduled group wellness classes Daily scheduled children’s activities Use of all non-motorised watersports equipment Access to comprehensive wellness facilities including Fitness Centre, two outdoor pools,…

In the know

Immerse in nature with adventure options such as surfing, walks & hikes, horseback riding, deep-sea fishing, kayaking and SUP. From January to March, witness the humpback whales from our coast.

The property, in facts

The facts, as the supplier files them
WhereAuto 5 Carretera Rio San Juan, Río San Juan, Samaná, Dominican Republic
CategoryBeach Resort
Property typeHotel or Resort
BrandAman
Hotel groupAman
Rooms25
Room types6
Nearest airportLa Union (POP) · 32 miles
Advisor programmeVirtuoso
StyleZen
Known forAdventure, Beach, Golf

Rooms and suites

  • Casita — Casita Offering ocean views, each 76m2 (818 sq.ft) Casita opens onto an extensive 159m2 (1,711 sq.ft) terrace which includes a sheltered dining area.
  • Hill Casita — Hill Casita Lofty ocean views 92m2 (990 sq.ft) shaded terrace with lounging/dining area 67m2 (721 sq.ft) open-air terrace with sun loungers Bedroom area with…
  • Pool Casita — Pool Casita Lofty ocean views Private swimming pool 92m2 (990 sq.ft) shaded terrace with lounging/dining area 67m2 (721 sq.ft) open-air terrace with sun…
  • Bay View Pool Casita — Bay View Pool Casita Bay views Private swimming pool with ocean views 92m2 (990 sq.ft) shaded terrace with lounging/dining area 67m2 (721 sq.ft) open-air…
  • Amanera Casita — Amanera Casita The finest ocean views on the property Private swimming pool with spectacular views 92m2 (990 sq.ft) shaded terrace with lounging/dining area…
  • 2 Bedroom Bay View Casa — 2 Bedroom Bay View Casa Ocean and beach views Private 47m2 (506 sq.ft) swimming pool Expansive sundecks and terraces 2 free-standing bedroom pavilions…

In the room

Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Internet Access · Kitchen · Mini Bar · Private Pool · Sitting Area

What advisors say

100% of the 1 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.

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