Being the second-largest country in the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic offers postcard-worthy beaches and barrels of delicious rum. Hence, it’s no surprise this baseball-loving nation welcomes up to 6 million tourists each year.
Whether it’s whale watching, rainforest trekking, or basking in any of its world-class beaches, here are the best hotels in the Dominican Republic to book with points.
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- 1. Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana, an All-Inclusive Resort
- 2. The Ocean Club, a Luxury Collection Resort
- 3. Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana, an All-Inclusive Resort
- 4. Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana, an All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort
- 5. Hilton La Romana, an All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort
- 6. The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club
- 7. Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa, an All-Inclusive Resort
- 8. Hideaway at Royalton Punta Cana, an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort & Casino
- 9. JW Marriott Hotel Santo Domingo
- 10. Royalton Punta Cana, an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort & Casino
- 11. Sublime Samana Hotel and Residences
- 12. InterContinental Real Santo Domingo
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1. Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana, an All-Inclusive Resort
Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana. Image Credit: Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana
Promising a sun and sand-filled adventure for the family, the Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana is a delightful resort ready to make your time in the Dominican Republic memorable.
At only 15-20 minutes away from the Punta Cana Airport (PUJ), getting to the hotel requires only a cheap taxi ride. For those unfamiliar, the Ziva side of the resort is for families while the Zilara side is for adults only.
Gloriously designed, every inch of the resort feels like a modern tropical jungle with tons of modern comfort. All rooms at the Hyatt Ziva are designed to look the same (save for the Premium Suites) there’s only one difference – the view.
These 600-square-foot resort spaces display a Hyatt Grand Bed, carpeted floors, a 55-inch flatscreen TV, in-room minibar and coffeemaker, heat and air conditioning as well as a furnished balcony.
Kick back on the sofa or relax by taking a shower in the spacious bath. Plush robes, toiletries, a walk-in shower, towels, and more are provided.
As an all-inclusive resort, you can indulge in any of the 13 Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana restaurants and drink options. Globalist members or those staying in Club Level rooms get access to The Chinola for excellent à la carte dining.
Frolic in the emerald waters by the beach or sunbathe on the loungers. Several swimming pools offer a reprieve from the hot weather while daily arts and craft activities allow you to relax. A spa with a hydrotherapy pool, a gym, and countless activities like archery, yoga, soccer, and even karaoke will leave you entertained.
Considered one of the best all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean, this Category C property lets you book free nights using 21,000 to 29,000 Hyatt points for a free night here.
Cash bookings start at $475 to $1,479 per night (average of $850),
2. The Ocean Club, a Luxury Collection Resort
The Ocean Club. Image Credit: The Ocean Club
The Ocean Club is a 5-star luxury retreat fronting a dramatic beachfront at Costa Norte. It’s only 15-minutes away from the Puerto Plata Airport (POP), so accessibility isn’t a problem.
Showcasing 64 expansive suites designed by French interior designer, Nathalie Pain. Starter suites will welcome you with 1,000 square feet filled with a light color palette, floor-to-ceiling windows, a private terrace with garden or ocean views, a king bed, and contemporary appliances.
A separate bathtub and shower with double vanities make bath time a thrill. On the counter are premium L’Occitane toiletries, several robes, a hairdryer, and towels. Nightly turndown service is an extra perk too!
For amenities, dine at any of the 3 restaurants and 2 bars here. After indulging in delicious food, go relax at the 3 swimming pools, partake of the spa services, or maybe get some sweat going at the gym.
True to its extravagant flair, you’ll need 100,000 Marriott points to redeem a rewards night here.
If you opt for cash, the rate starts at $614 to $995 per night with an average of $760.
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3. Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana, an All-Inclusive Resort
Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana. Image Credit: Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana
One of the latest all-inclusive properties added to the Hyatt portfolio, Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana brings guests relaxation, calm, and wellness with its beachside location and gorgeous natural beauty.
Base level rooms deliver a 750 square foot space with vaulted ceilings and thatched roofing. Dark wood interiors run throughout the living area, bathroom, and bedroom. Plush four-poster beds decked in 300-thread count linens are a focal point, fronting French doors that swing open to reveal a furnished patio with pool or garden views.
There’s a minibar, iPod player, flatscreen TV, ironing board, a safe, and more. The bathroom is as large as the bedroom with a dedicated toilet and tub room, double vanity with mirrors, and extravagant Bvlgari bath products.
With standard 24-hour room service and 4 restaurants and 3bars, Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana ensures you’ll never go hungry or thirsty at all. The all-inclusive offer also means you get unlimited drinks anytime you want.
There’s a striking pool that’s great for lounging and cocktails, an ample gym, a private beachfront where you can go horseback riding, a spa with hydrotherapy offers, and a wedding venue.
Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana is a Category C all-inclusive Hyatt property which means dropping 21,000 to 29,000 points per night for a free stay.
Cash rates start at $631 to $1,199 per night (average of $720).
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4. Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana, an All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort
Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana. Image Credit: Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana
Once a hacienda-style beachfront with over 300 rooms in three different buildings, the newly-refreshed rooms now reflect a modern, nude color palette with touches of color. Floor-to-ceiling windows draped with blackout curtains lead to the balcony.
There’s a king or two queen beds, a desk, a flatscreen mounted TV, a minibar with water and sodas, a sofa, a chair, and whisper-quiet A/C. for when the heat gets unbearable.
March to the bathroom and discover a walk-in glass shower with a rainfall showerhead, twin vanities, and a dedicated private toilet. There’s excellent water pressure with towels and robes to complete the space.
When you stay at either the Ziva or Zilara, you’ll have free dining access to any of the restaurants in the two properties but kids won’t be allowed to dine on the Zilara side since it’s adults only. You’ll get over 10+ restaurants and bars to choose from.
Get ready to enjoy a host of amenities at this property. There’s a full-service spa, a gym with cardio machines including yoga classes, a Club Lounge for Club Level guests, several swimming pools, and hot tubs with rental cabanas and loungers.
Looking to stay at the property? The Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana is a Category C resort with room awards starting at 21,000 to 29,000 points per night.
If you want to pay in cash, it starts at $500 to $1,100 per night with an average of $703.
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5. Hilton La Romana, an All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort
Hilton La Romana. Image Credit: Hilton La Romana
The Hilton La Romana was formerly Dreams La Romana before it was acquired by Hilton in 2018. After an extensive update, the resort now offers an adults-only section and a family-friendly one. Despite being divided, the two resorts are connected.
Found in the coastal area of Bayahibe, standard rooms are housed in several low-rise structures. Enjoy gorgeously tiled spaces paired with colorful accent pillows, rugs, and geometric patterned headboards. There are unobstructed views of the ocean. Some rooms also feature a shared plunge pool.
Basic touches like a TV, comfortable sitting area, coffee and tea makers, a safe, and a docking station are also here. Sizable bathrooms come with rainfall showerheads, luxury toiletries, vanity, a lighted mirror, as well as a hairdryer.
Get excellent sunshine at the Hilton La Romana beach where there are loungers and beach umbrellas. Walk near the wooden dock and get access to a coral reef close to the property. Snorkeling, scuba diving, and other water activities are popular here.
Additional facilities include a few swimming pools including one with a swim-up bar, gym, club, nightly entertainment, a premium spa, and casino. Dining is offered at multiple restaurants and bars including Caoba, the main buffet restaurant, and Noor, which serves Mediterranean food.
Ready for an adults-only getaway? You can book this on awards by exchanging 63,000 to 80,000 Hilton Honors points per night.
Book this in cash starting with $310 to $1,000 per night (average of $503).
6. The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club
The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club. Image Credit: The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club
Occupying 105 acres of prime beach spot, the Westin Puntacana Resort & Club sits next to the Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) making it one of the most convenient resorts to visit.
Rooms here are modern and well-lit with a king-sized bed and wooden headboard. A blue splash wall echoes the beach area while dark wood furniture completes the space.
Heavenly Westin beds pair with marble floors. Off to the side is an LCD TV, coffee maker, as well a private balcony. The bathrooms are well-kept with double vanities, a makeup mirror, robes, slippers, and a private shower.
One of the highlights of the resort is its beachfront setting. There’s also a swimming pool complete with ample seating, a fantastic Six Senses Spa, and an array of event spaces and conference rooms. A good-sized kid’s club is also available if the kiddos are tagging along.
The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club lets you book a standard room starting with 40,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.
Cash rates begin at $260 to $730 per night (average $499).
7. Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa, an All-Inclusive Resort
Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa. Image Credit: Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa
Designed for singles who want to mingle, the Breathless Punta Cana Resort is a contemporary resort ready to make your stay extra special.
From the moment you step in, you’ll be greeted by vibrant pink flamingos, orange splashes of color, and lots of unique sculptures and retro lighting. Boasting over 700+ suites, each one is as playful and unique as the resort itself.
The rooms are filled with punches of color, geometric patterns, and minimalist furniture. Beautiful artwork, bed runners, textural fabric, and standard amenities like a flatscreen TV, coffeemaker, desk, laptop-sized safe, and minibar are also inside.
Enter the bathroom and enjoy the high-end toiletries, robes, slippers, private shower, and double vanity.
You’ll never be bored at Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa! They have a stunning beach, pristine pools with a whirlpool tub, a lazy river, and a swim-up bar. Head to the gym if you want to sweat it out or maybe book a treatment at Spa by Pevonia for private pampering.
There’s also a tennis court, various pool parties, a theater, a casino, and several restaurants and bars serving up a variety of cuisine including French, Asian, and Italian.
This is a World of Hyatt Category B all-inclusive resort so you can book a rewards night here starting with 17,000 points up to 23,000 points per night on peak nights.
For cash bookings, it’ll start at $365 up to $732 per night with an average of $450.
8. Hideaway at Royalton Punta Cana, an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort & Casino
Hideaway at Royalton Punta Cana. Image Credit: Hideaway at Royalton Punta Cana
Want to escape on a romantic honeymoon? The Hideaway at Royalton Punta Cana is a gorgeous adult-only boutique property located inside the huge Royalton complex.
Think of it as a hotel within a hotel, only this one is designated for adults only, ensuring you get precious alone time with your partner. All rooms feature a contemporary design with cream-colored walls, sleek white linens together with upscale furniture and details.
Dark wood furniture is pared with touches of seafoam green and striking artwork on the walls. Standard amenities are provided and the bathrooms include signature vessel sinks with stylish walk-in showers fitted with rainfall showers.
Higher-category rooms even come with a whirlpool tub.
In front of the resort is an expansive white sand beach. You can try stand-up paddle boarding or kayaking here. An intimate pool area comes with a hammock and a bar.
There’s also a spa, a gym, a huge gift shop, a water park, and a whopping 12 restaurants and 13 bars.
Book a free night here by exchanging 50,000 to 63,000 Marriott points per night.
Cash rates start at $250 to $420 per night for a standard room (average $360).
9. JW Marriott Hotel Santo Domingo
JW Marriott Hotel Santo Domingo. Image Credit: JW Marriott Hotel Santo Domingo
For those who want to be in the heart of Santo Domingo during their travel, the JW Marriott Hotel Santo Domingo is a great choice of hotel. It sits on the top floors of one of the nicest shopping malls in the city, making shopping super convenient.
The Deluxe Rooms serve as the base level space, these are stylish rooms with lots of thoughtful touches. There’s dark leather and wood furniture, white marbles, and gorgeous textural finishes for contrast.
The beddings are crispy white with modern touches like iPod docks, an espresso machine, and a dedicated minibar. Luxe bathrooms come with black and white marble with elegant faucets, a glass shower area, and spacious tubs.
One of the main highlights is the glass-edged swimming pool with loungers lining the space for relaxation. A gym and 4 restaurants and bars are also on the resort with more dining options nearby.
Being a premier Marriott property, you can book a free room here for 20,000 to 30,000 points per night.
Cash bookings start at $271 to $383 per night for a standard room (average $320)
10. Royalton Punta Cana, an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort & Casino
Royalton Punta Cana Resort & Casino. Image Credit: Royalton Punta Cana Resort & Casino
Want an all-inclusive luxury resort that seemingly has everything you’ll need for a fun-filled family vacation? Meet Royalton Punta Cana!
This sprawling facility has over 300 rooms, decorated in an understated style. Think white walls, lovely white beddings, and dark wood furniture. Orchids feature heavily in the Dominican Republic, and here you’ll find them in the gorgeous wall artwork.
A large terrace offers views of the garden, ocean, or pool. For in-room amenities, there’s a minibar and coffeemaker. The bathrooms showcase walk-in showers fitted with rainfall showers and vessel sinks.
The beach here is amazing, but it can get crowded. If you prefer a quieter place for swimming, head to the swimming pool. There’s a great gym, water activities, a casino, and a retail shop for resort wear shopping.
Dining is a standout with over 12 restaurants and bars to choose from.
Booking a standard room on awards start at 50,000 to 64,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.
For paid bookings, they begin at $210 to $400 per night (an average of $320).
11. Sublime Samana Hotel and Residences
Sublime Samana Hotel and Residences. Image Credit: Sublime Samana Hotel and Residences
Sublime Samana Hotel and Residences caters to luxury travelers wanting authentic relaxation in a resort-filled location.
Found in Las Terrenas, Samana, this resort feels like a boutique luxury property or a private vacation home. Guests are treated to 27 luxury private villas decorated in a Caribbean aesthetic.
Expect to see white-washed walls together with hand-carved wood furniture. Pebble, marble and even coral are commonplace motifs too. The bathrooms are equally glamorous with their stone shower stalls and marble vanities and countertops. Toiletries are from The White Company.
There are a couple of restaurants and bars including fantastic beach access, a 500-foot pool, a kid’s pool, and an on-site gym.
This is a World of Hyatt resort that lets you book a free night in exchange for 25,000 points per night.
Cash rates start at $220 per night up to $372 (average $280).
12. InterContinental Real Santo Domingo
InterContinentalReal Santo Domingo. Image Credit: InterContinentalReal Santo Domingo
Intercontinental Real Santo Domingo is a convenient resort hotel found in Santo Domingo. It’s near various city sights including the Acropolis Center and the Blue Mall.
For the rooms, entry-level spaces are crafted with stylish, modern elements featuring subtle patterned wallpaper and carpets. The floor-to-ceiling windows showcase good soundproofing and beautiful drapey curtains.
A king bed sits in the center with 300-thread Egyptian cotton beddings and feather pillows. A gorgeous two-seater sofa, desk, and lamps are all in there for comfort. Modern touches like a 48-inch TV, a minibar, iron, and coffeemaker.
Inside the bathroom is a deep soaking tub with a shower fitted with a rainfall showerhead, and various toiletries including a bathrobe, slippers, towels, and luxury toiletries.
For amenities, guests can enjoy a swimming pool, 2 spa tubs, a 24-hour gym, a sauna, and 5 restaurants and bars.
Book a free room at the InterContinental Real Santo Domingo by exchanging 38,000 to 48,000 IHG points per night. This is subject to availability.
Cash rates start at $217 to $331 per night (average $280).
Wrapping Up
The Dominican Republic has plenty of things to offer the luxury traveler.
Staying at any of these fantastic resorts will make your travel extra special, so make sure to check them out!
Safe travels.