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We continue the journey through Caribbean and today we return to Dominican Republic, where we will visit the Bannister Hotel located on the Samaná peninsula.
The Dominican Republic has much to offer beyond the popular Punta Cana that we already knew previously in this blog, as well Santo Domingo its capital has great options to discover, but there are some very interesting hidden gems, few explored and with few tourists, I mean samaná, a wonderful tourist area full of natural beauties and today I am going to share with you a recommendation of where to stay if you visit it.
The Bannister – Hotel & Yacht Club in Samaná
Samaná is a peninsula in the northeast of the Dominican Republic, known for its beautiful beaches, stunning mountains with natural waterfalls and abundant wildlife. El The Bannister – Hotel & Yacht Club is a luxury boutique hotel located in Samaná Bay, that offers a different experience than a normal hotel you may be used to, all with Caribbean warmth and very friendly staff.
For a start, I share a video so you can see "live" what this hotel is like inside and out on the YouTube channel:
Location
The Bannister Hotel is very well located in the Marina Puerto Bahía, no more than 10 minutes by car from the center of Samaná. We arrived by bus to this area, so we took a taxi to the hotel $15 Dollars.
The hotel is surrounded by mountains and in the middle of a bay, so the sea breeze is felt every day and you can enjoy seeing the sea at all times, It is also a very safe and quiet place., perfect to disconnect, work and rest.
Installations
The Bannister has a variety of facilities to suit all tastes and expectations. The hotel has two outdoor swimming pools, a spa, A gym, games room with billiards, tennis courts, volleyball and a business center in case you need more privacy to work.
The hotel also offers a variety of services, as room service from available restaurants, laundry service and concierge service.
Bedrooms
The hotel has multiple suites, all of them decorated in a modern style, elegant, but with a Caribbean touch as it could not be for less. The suites are spacious and comfortable, with modern amenities such as flat-screen TV, Free Wi-Fi and a kitchen so you can prepare your own food.
A notable point is that the suites also have private balconies overlooking the bay and allow you to spend hours watching the sea or the sunset..
There are also villas available for rent focused on larger family groups..
Restaurants and food
There are three restaurants available in the complex, each with its special touch and approach to a special type of food: Ocean Club modern food, Le Deauville with Mediterranean flavors and La Regata Italian food.
I recommend the Ocean Club during the afternoon to have a drink and enjoy the sunset by the pool, truly a unique show.
Continuing with the topic of food, which is so important in this space., I tell you that all rooms include breakfast, which is to the diner's taste and really delicious, varied and forceful.
Finally, There is a small supermarket available where you can buy food for your preparation in the kitchen available in your suite, It is a cheaper option.
activities
This hotel is a midpoint to all the activities you can do in the surroundings such as visiting Las Terrenas, town of Samaná, Coson, Guys, Beautiful Beach, Cayo Levantado and others.
further, Between January and April you could be lucky enough to watch whales from the comfort of your room. Just as you read it, Samaná is a common passage for humpback whales through its waters to give birth and other whale activities..
If this is not enough, You can look for other tour alternatives by asking at reception or you can also enjoy the hotel activities if you don't want to leave the hotel, which also includes kayaking and hiking..
Prices
The Bannister Hotel prices & Yacht Club vary by season and room type. Suite prices range since the $120 plus taxes per night. All accommodation options include breakfast.
Dogs accepted on the premises, which pay $25 per night.
Recommendations and tips
The Bannister Hotel is an excellent option for travelers looking for well-located luxury accommodation in Samaná, calm and safe. I share some additional recommendations for your stay:
- Book a bay view room to enjoy the bay view.
- You can try a restaurant every day, is worth.
- They have to enter the sea, The hotel has direct access to the water, very safe and well signposted..
- Visit the main attractions of Samaná, like the Los Haitises National Park, Cayo Levantado island and the Limón waterfall.
- Secure your transportation with the help of the hotel who can help you get a taxi without problem to any of the attractions or to return to Santo Domingo.
- The Presidente Juan Bosch International Airport is the closest to this area, but it doesn't have regular flights.
- It is mainly used by private planes.
- If you go in your vehicle there is secure parking.
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