María Luisa Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Cayo Levantado Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cayo Levantado Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Samaná. You'll find more to see and do in this relaxing area.

El Salto del Limon
White water plunges into clear blue pools in the middle of lush green forests at this dramatic waterfall, one of the Dominican Republic's most colorful sights.

El Limon Falls
Take a daytrip north of Samana to these waterfalls where you can swim, learn from friendly locals and ride on horseback through the mountainous landscape.

Playa Cayacoa
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Cayacoa during your trip to Samaná? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Playa Grande
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Grande during your trip to Las Galeras? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Samana Zipline
Enjoy an outing to Samana Zipline during your stay in Samaná. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Things to do

Samaná: Catamaran Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Lunch

Samaná: City Tour + Los Haitises & Cayo Levantado Island

Saona island From Bayahibe - Start at the Port

El Limon Waterfall & Bacardi Island from Punta Cana

Los Haitises National Park: Boat and Walking Tour with Lunch

Half-Day El Limon Waterfall Tour from Samana
Top hotels in María Luisa

Edma Aparta Hotel
Stain in the walls, bed sheets dirty, bathroom walls dirty. Breakfast very bad old bread cheese hard coffee ok milk terrible maybe goats milk, staff very nice
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Figaro Hotel Boutique
Very decent. Kind staff! (:
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Wyndham Alltra Samana All-Inclusive Resort
It was a great vacation. Food is ok, not too big choice but you definitely will be not hungry, not as much animation. But beach is excellent. Not too much people.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Bahia Principe Grand Samana - Adults Only
Yes absolutely fine
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Donoma Las Terrenas Beach Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection
Beautiful pool, restaurant area. Very friendly staff. Good food and drinks. Direct access to quiet part of beach. Large, clean rooms.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Viva V Samana by Wyndham, A Trademark Adults All Inclusive
Staff was great and the entertainment was amazing !!!!!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around María Luisa

La Mezcla
While La Mezcla isn't home to many top sights, Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Barrio New York
While Barrio New York may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa.

Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja
While Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa.

Samaná Centro
Samaná Centro might not have many top sights, but Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Villa Salma
Though Villa Salma may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa Cayacoa and Samana Bay.

La Aguada
While La Aguada may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa.
