Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja Travel Guide

Samaná

Aerial view over Caribbean Sea and Exotic Palm trees on Bacardi Island Cayo Levantado Samana Bay Dominican Republic
Aerial view over Caribbean Sea and Exotic Palm trees on Bacardi Island Cayo Levantado Samana Bay Dominican Republic
Whale watching with Whale Samana was an amazing experience! We spent 4 hours and saw at least 10 whales. We even got to see a whale breach right in front of us! Really nice boat and worth the money. The best time of the year to go is January - March. For an extra $5 they will drop you off at the island Cayo Levantado for the afternoon. Also beautiful!

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Top hotels in Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja

Wyndham Alltra Samana All-Inclusive Resort

Wyndham Alltra Samana All-Inclusive Resort

3 out of 5
Playa Las Galeras Las Galeras Samana
The price is Rp6.477.392 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
Rp6.477.392
Rp8.291.164 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Samaná. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Rincon Beach and Aserradero Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (251 reviews)
Food was limited. Did not taste well No fun activities

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Wyndham Alltra Samana All-Inclusive Resort
Viva V Samana by Wyndham, A Trademark Adults All Inclusive

Viva V Samana by Wyndham, A Trademark Adults All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Blvd Turistico, Bahia de Coson Las Terrenas Samana
The price is Rp8.267.995 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
Rp8.267.995
Rp10.583.034 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Las Terrenas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
Excellent food! Beautiful beach and beautiful pool. Staff was fairly nice except for the front desk. Staff who were very very rude unless you spoke Spanish or or French. We spoke English. Also, when booking for this place, make sure you get a flight that is not through POP airport as it’s 3 1/2 hours ...

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Viva V Samana by Wyndham, A Trademark Adults All Inclusive
Donoma Las Terrenas Beach Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

Donoma Las Terrenas Beach Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
Calle Francisco Alberto Caamano Deno Las Terrenas
The price is Rp4.039.610 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp4.039.610
Rp5.170.700 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Las Terrenas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Playa Ballenas and Beach Garden Plaza are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Beautiful room and overall property. Staff was very attentive and food was good. Beach was within a few steps from property and the pools were very enjoyable. As a new hotel there a few kinks to be worked but overall, we enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Donoma Las Terrenas Beach Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection
Mosquito Boutique Hotel

Mosquito Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Calle Jose Antonio Martinez Las Terrenas Samana
The price is Rp2.279.880 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
Rp2.279.880
Rp2.918.246 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Las Terrenas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Playa Bonita and Playa Ballenas are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (303 reviews)
Clean rooms. Great ambience. Kind, friendly and accommodating staff. Food is great with lots of options. Miss Jennifer was very attentive to our needs. Easy beach access with loungers. If your looking for a chill, casual beachy boho vibe this place does not disappoint.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Mosquito Boutique Hotel
Bahia Principe Grand Samana - Adults Only

Bahia Principe Grand Samana - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
carretera Samana Samaná
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Samaná. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (656 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Bahia Principe Grand Samana - Adults Only
Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive

Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Isla De Cayo Levantado Samaná Samana
The price is Rp14.692.560 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
Rp14.692.560
Rp14.692.560 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Samaná. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (225 reviews)
Staff kind, precious room and everything elite

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja

The town of Samana was small but fun to explore. Crossing the bridge to nowhere is a must!

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 New York
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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.

Samaná Centro
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La Mezcla

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

La Mezcla
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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.

La Aguada
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María Luisa

When in María Luisa, you can plan a visit to Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

María Luisa
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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.

Villa Salma


Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja Travel Guide