Hotels with Swim-up Rooms in Sosua

The hotel itself is not very big, so it felt like I was visiting a friend in the suburbs: it’s very quiet and you literally live in the garden, full of trees, flowers and birds. I was there in off season, so I was the only guest and I had the pool to my own. The room was super cozy and comfortable, I had everything I needed. I liked Nikki’s attention to details everywhere around the property: starting with styling of the room and ending with beach stuff available for you (like umbrellas, beach fridge, etc). Breakfasts were simple but very delicious. There’s a kitchen outdoors with BBQ facilities. The whole property is behind the barrier and the territory felt very safe, there are also several parking spots at the property. Each room has its own internet router, and the quality was pretty good. At first I couldn’t find a way to the beach, so ask for directions in advance, but when I finally got there, I could see why people were saying about semi-private beach in reviews: not very big, quite clean, no restaurants or sunbeds (although might be because I was in off season there). Bella-the-dog was accompanying me to the beach and guarding me there all the time :) there are also three very cuddly kitties on the territory :) Overall I liked the place very much, Nikki is super nice and helpful, it felt like home. I will definitely recommend this place and stay there again if I’m back to the country.

My wife and I were looking for a small quiet little get away in the DR; we could not have asked for more! Nikki, the owner is kind and sweet and does her very best to accommodate her guests. Everything was impeccably clean; the mattress was very comfortable, quiet air conditioning and a relaxing environment. You'll find a nice little secluded beach a mere 2 minute walk from the pool. It is very safe and no one bothered us. It has no chairs for sitting down so bring towels if you want to laze around, but we thoroughly enjoyed its more abandoned or secluded feel. The complex is equipped with a gaz and charcoal bbq and each room has its own little fridge so you can store some food and drinks. Nikki has received certification for her water; I drank it, it tasted fresh and I wasn't sick, but if you'd rather bring your own water you can also do that. If you're looking for the all included high volume beach resort, this is not the place for you; however if you're looking for a nice quiet B&B experience down south and you enjoy making your own food or going out to restaurants then you'll be hard pressed to find a better place than Garden by the Sea. I thought this was last trip to RD, but after finding this little jewel I'm very tempted to book another trip soon.

It was great staying at Garden by the Sea. Its really close to the main town, airport, and beach. Also there is a private beach just a simple 3- 6 minute walk (depending on how fast you walk) It was my first time in Dominican Republic but the rooms are great, you have your privacy, the pool was well maintained, the breakfast in the morning. AMAZING. The staff was just wonderful! I stayed for 5 nights, and really enjoyed myself. Playa Sosua has some really great snorkeling areas and really cheap also. The owner also uses Solar panels for additional power, which I loved since it is a greener method. The Dominican Republic is prone to some power outages, and it actually happened to me at the airport also, but that's why I'm happy the owner uses Solar panels just for those occasions!

HI All Booking .com guest friends. I Came to Sosua for my Spanish lessons Cours, and im really happy to find this peaceful place be owned by special , lovely person NIKKY ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Everithing here is so great ... Atmosphere, family staff , clean rooms, perfect pool , plants , beach , Mnamy breakfast , kind people guest .... After 2 weeks I have spend at Garden by the Sea Sosua I was crying to leave ... For sure anytime I will coming back I stop in this place ....❤️❤️❤️❤️ Thank you to taking care of me , I felt to be in heaven there with you all ! ❤️ MISS YOU NIKKY , LUNA, BELLA .... FOREVER WITH LOVE . PETRA / Czech Republic

This accommodation is just what you need to enjoy Sosua and surrounding the best. Thanks to the lovely host Nikki who cares great for her guests and it feels like family. The rooms are very tidy and the furniture & fittings modern and beautiful. You really feel relaxed, the moment you are there. very beautiful Garden/ pool area and even the option to make BBQs. It is an oasis for spending holidays. If we travel back to Sosua for sure we will book Garden By the Sea again.

As described and very easy to get to and very easy to deal with !

My wife and I stayed there for 6 days and had a wonderful time. Hotel is beautiful, gorgeous infinity pool looking out to the ocean that is steps away. Restaurant is right next to pool overlooking private beach. Quite a large bay and can swim out to reef and snorkel and see lots of colorful fish. Staff are exceptionally professional, courteous and nice. Place is very clean. Also has a gym with beautiful views of the Atlantic ocean. From the hotel you can drive to other beaches, or the jungle, or visit Santiago or the north coast towns and beaches (kite surfing at Cabarete is a treat to see). Temperature was a very constant 25°C min 31-32*C every day (77-92) with rain some nights. Overall, a gorgeous gem of a location and experience!

From the moment we arrived until the end of our stay, the staff treated us exceptionally well. The hotel restaurant offers a fantastic dining experience with beautifully presented and delicious food—our waiter, Juan, was outstanding! The beach and pool staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. Our room was spacious with a stunning view of the pool and beach. The sandy beach was a highlight, with fish swimming playfully around our feet, and both the pool and beach areas were delightfully uncrowded. There’s even a helicopter landing zone, presumably for flights to STI airport. For variety, there are several restaurants within 2-3 blocks if you feel like exploring beyond the hotel’s offerings. The hotel also features valet service, a spa, cozy fireplaces to enjoy at night, hot tubs, and a responsive WhatsApp service for immediate assistance or updates. The attention to detail and quality of service made our stay unforgettable!

I would like to start by saying that this property is very nice, well maintained thru out the day and many staff members greeted us through out our stay, reminding us that they were at our disposal for anything we needed. It’s on par with what we expected from Marriott Luxury Collection brand. The room we booked was a 1 bedroom suite ocean view and it didn’t disappoint. It’s a little pricey but it was a huge apartment. Too bad we were only there for 3 night. A shout out to Yoemi, Nelfi, Angel and Alonso. These guys work by the restaurant/main pool area and they made sure we had everything we needed, be it towels, pool beds, food, nice coconut water and drinks by the pool. I would return to stay at Ocean Club Sosua because it was a wonderful stay for us.

Perfect place for a PEACEFUL family vacation!! My kids had so much fun just running around the beach and jumping in and out of the three pools and two picuzzis! The kids also had a blast using the chaiselounges as slides inside the saltwater pool and playing beach volleyball! The food was super yummy!!! Try the pastries during breakfast and the mangú!!! AGUAJÍ IS A MUST! the chef is the famous Chef Tita…. Soooo soooo goood, the chicharron, the shrimp ceviche, the papardelle, the chicharron rissoto, and the asopao de langosta, the bread pudding! Basically everything was perfect! The Picuzzi fire pits are unreal…. The views are JUST WOW!! You can see all the mountains of Puerto Plata and the beautiful Sosúa Bay! And last but not least… THE SPA…. Wooww woooww wooowww… we got a couples massage and we enjoyed every second of it… i dare say it’s in my TOP 3 Spas in the DR (and i’ve been around Spas :p ) I also recommend for couples… my husband and I went two years ago and enjoyed it sooo much!

The was a girl’s trip with my childhood friend. Our time at The Ocean Club exceeded our expectations. The endless pool, the crash of the ocean waves, the serenity and luxury feel of this hotel were spectacular. The rooms are expansive, bright, well-appointed, extremely comfortable and well air conditioned. The hotel concierge and staff were communicative, inviting and informative. The two onsite restaurants were outstanding in aesthetic and food quality. Particularly, the thought and attention that went into the 4 course tasting menu at Agaji - showcasing dishes unique to the Dominican Republic. For other adventures, the hotel supplies a brochure equipped with a plethora of excursions the concierge can organize for you. Overall, you would be hard-pressed to find a stay quite as unique in that it checks off all the boxes, so-to-speak - if you’re looking for quality, serenity, and an unpretentious sophistication.

Beautiful Beach with calm clean sandy beach. Good food and relaxing atmosphere-especially in Adults inly section. Herman restaurant is outstanding and best in resort. All beach bars are great. Swim-up room was perfect for us and we enjoyed every moment.

We spent extra money for a swim up suite, and called a week ahead to confirm our reservation. At check in, we were told that the room was not available. We were put into a room that was nice, but in a cheaper price category. To this date we have not received a refund from the resort or from Expedia. While the resort was fabulous, and many of their staff very helpful and kind, this experience will mean that we don't return or use Expedia in the future.

I'm a little torn on my review of Casa Marina Select. Loved: The swim up room Francis, the very helpful gentleman who worked the bell desk. He went out of his way to help with whatever anyone needed. All the bartenders and the service staff in the buffet restaurant The cleanliness, it was absolutely spotless every day Was OK The food at the buffet...it wasn't the most amazing meal you are going to have but there were lots of choices and it was replenished frequently. Needs some work: The water situation. I only had one warm shower my entire stay, otherwise the water was cold or at best tepid. The day I left there was no water at all, so no shower or flushing toilets. There are not enough pool and beach chairs. People were out there at 5am claiming them for the day. The cigarette smoke. A large group set up directly across from my room and proceeded to chain smoke from 7:30am until they went to dinner at 6:30. Another group smoked at the tables at the outside bar all afternoon. Someone in the room above me smoked all afternoon and evening on their balcony. The people on both sides of me were complaining as well. I would stay again, but only in the swim up rooms. And they really need to put in some designated smoking areas, the current smoke wherever you are policy really impacts the stay for everyone.

We recently returned from staying on the select side & overall, we had a great trip. Pros: the select side was secluded enough that we could relax without all the noise and a ton of extra people. Food was decent through our entire stay - our meal at Herman’s was the best of the week, though the buffet always sufficed with many options. Staff were 99% friendly and any concerns we had were dealt with quickly; we had clogged toilet, they came straight away. Our AC died, they came within minutes of us telling them. Our cleaners were lovely and we tipped them well for the hard work they do. Our room was clean, had no bugs or visible signs of mold. Cons: we booked a king room and got 2 doubles. We didn’t say anything about it & that’s on us. I would say something next time. There seems to never be enough chairs by the pools or on the beach & that can be frustrating when people leave their belongings on the chairs all day/night and are rarely there. We wished there was more communication/details about what’s going on: a la carts, theatre shows, disco, local vendors. It would be helpful to add another page with basic details and times. We couldn’t find anything so never experienced any shows. We would go again. We’d like to try a swim up room - you never have to worry about chairs then!

First off , let me say the 4 stars is for the "Select" area of this hotel, which is where I stayed. The rest of the property is (maybe) a 3. This is obviously an old property that has seen some renovation, but could use more. The ocean behind the hotel (there's a small private beach) is very rough. Do NOT attempt to go in past waist-deep unless you are a good swimmer. Pool area was nice, but could use more activities ( a little dead). Food quality at the buffet was "meh". The a la carte restaurant called Hermann's (available only to guests in the Select area) was better. The quality of the liquor at the pool bar in the Select area is also considerably better than the rest of the hotel, so if you want good liquor, book the Select area! That alone makes it worth the extra money. One last note on my experience in the Select area: the level of customer service was far, far above what I experienced in other areas of the hotel. Everyone I interacted there deserves five stars, from the guys at the pool bar, to the maitre d and waiters at Hermann's restaurant, and even the maid. But one person really stood out for me: Francis at the Select Reception desk (yes, we even had our own reception area!) . One note of warning: the staff is constantly cleaning the hallways (which is good), but the floor tiles are EXTREMELY slippery when wet, so watch your step, especially after a few drinks! One last word: remember that a little tipping does wonders for customer service...

Excellent customer service. This property is well kept. It's very quite and relaxing. Definitely will be back.

Great to stay with the family .. We love it.!

I like this place I had the hotel all to myself the hotel has 9 rooms. It's a bit out of the way. But I'll sty here again. I think my air conditioning wasn't working outside of that it's a great price and they have a armed guard at night. The pool should be label like 3 feet . The owner said one side was 9 feet and the other 3 feet he showed me. But it should be written on the pool sides. I made a video of place.

Overall we liked the hotel... The pool could have been warmer, the dinner service was good, but can only handle up to 10 people but may get fluttered. Breakfast was okay but dinner was enjoyable. They were honest with their billing after we ordered many drinks throughout the week. Owner isn't very approachable to questions and likes to give very vauge answers. we appreciate they had pool toys and life vests available if needed.

This is my second stay at this hotel and I will continue to book this hotel when traveling to Sosua and it's near by location. The hotel is super clean, new and we'll kept. The staff is wonderful and willing to assist in all your needs. The hotel is quiet so if you are definitely looking for a relaxing place to stay this most definitely is the place to stay. The pool is wonderful ans well kept clean and can be used anytime. There is a security at the door over night so no need to worry about your car park outside. The location is pretty safe. There is also a small safe deposit In the room. I will definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a economic and we'll kept hotel.

My wife and I both stayed at Coral Blanco albeit at separate visits. We both found the experience outstanding. Alina and Vadim are wonderful hosts. Yuri and the other staff members are friendly and efficient. Ate breakfast and dinner there every day. The food was excellent and the price was right. The beer was cold and the nightly visits with Alina and Vadim were informative and enjoyable. I found the entire facility, rooms, pool and dining area clean, organized and well managed. Mattresses could be a little softer but I would recommend Coral Blanco to anyone looking for a quiet, comfortable place to stay. Alina and Vadim, thank you for a wonderful stay. See you again.

We stayed for two nights and found it comfortable and convenient. The friendly owners are on-site and service and cleanliness are exceptional. Pool was big enough for real swimming, but no diving. There is a tiny but spectacular public beach right nearby, 300 meters walking, that is a hidden bonus. The hotel restaurant has a varied and tasty menu. Value for price is excellent.

Beautiful property with pool and very convenient to surfing Cabarete (15 min drive), stores (5 min drive), beautiful amazing restaurant on the ocean (walking distance), Sosúa beach for activities (15min drive), also huge plus was he brought us water jugs regularly. It was hot so we drank a ton!

Great staff, very welcomed and generous. It was a nice experience with my family.

The property is excellent but only need more details in the decoration and maintenance

We love everything about Happicasa We celebrated my 50th birthday with a group of 20 The staff took care of everything. My family had a blast. We loved the pool, we loved the rooms everyone was comfortable

For the discounted price we paid, the room was great! It was much better than the rooms I have stayed in at other resorts in the area for the same price. The rooms were very clean, the beds were comfortable, and the air conditioning kept the room a nice temperature. We also loved the pool. It was very clean and gave you plenty of room to swim without being right next to someone else!

Lovely place, staff helpful and room clean and quite. Great, will recommended to anyone. Apartments are beautiful. Yes I will stay again

Great home place looks even better in person and great location will be staying there when I come back!

Great home place looks even better in person and great location will be staying there when I come back!

A nice and safe (!) place to stay and enjoy your vacation. We can fully recommend the villa!

The internal surroundings of the hotel apartment was kept very clean and the swimming pool was also clean all through my stay

Ready to go back and buy this place I love Sosua but the place is clean and maintained

It whas perfect. Near the playa but away from the bar strip and clubs.

Very friendly staff. Full breakfast from restaurant menu. Well-kept grounds. Security guard. Unfortunately rude New Yorkers partying in neighboring rooms were pretty noisy past 1AM. Pool towels not easily available but they did call staff to provide some quickly. Small pool but well-maintained and easy bar access.

Quite location, away from most of the loud motorbike and car stereo noise Breakfast is free and delicious available in a full menu Room was large, great shared balcony looking over garden and pool Wonderful pool with food and drink service Matress was outdated, but OK 2 person Jacuzzi in the room for $10 more a night Top floor room, ceiling leaked when it rained, flooding the floor Saw new renovations with much better mattresses and modern balconies

Everything was nice and enjoyed my stay at New Garden. Location was perfect. Staff was nice and very helpful. No problems at all. Thanks for the service! I would also recommend the pool side if you don't mind a little music and it's closer to the kitchen and bar.

The staff was very friendly and overall the food was great….. and the location is very quiet and peaceful with a pool 🏊‍♀️

Swimming pool and housekeeper, kitchen service

Traveled to Sosua with my 10 year old daughter in December. We didn't want to stay in a resort so we could get the flavor for the culture and locals. I was a bit nervous due to the known night scene but I felt very safe at Casa Valeria. The owners were on site often and were wonderful. The pool was perfect in the evenings and after the beach. The restaurant was great. The made to order breakfast included was excellent! Our room was very nice and the staff overall was great. If you are in a room facing the street it can be a bit noisy with scooter/car traffic but it didn't bother us. The location of the hotel was perfect. Turn left 5 minute walk to Sosua Beach with was fun and lively and had a more local vibe (with people trying to sell you everything under the sun which could get annoying but you just have to firmly say no) and turn right out of the hotel 3 minute walk to Playa Alicia with was more chill and tourist feeling but with bigger waves/current. We did one excursion to Monkey Jungle and did the ziplining and monkey exhibit and it was great. Casa Valeria was an excellent choice and the cutest boutique hotel in the area if you are not wanted to stay at a big resort. Would definitely stay there again.

I stayed in Casa Valeria in January/February 2021 for 3 weeks in a Superior room with very nice private patio The Casa Valeria is very well maintained, the staff are very service minded. The hotel is very very central and close to very things and it comes with a price that some of rooms can be a little noisy. I appreciate: • Kind and friendly staff do the best they can to help • Very good breakfast • Very clean rooms and good housekeeping service • Comfortable bed with quality madras • Very god air-con. • High speed internet connection • Functional bath room, with hot water with god water pressure. • Cable TV with god selection of English-speaking channels. • Complimentary bottles of water • Small but nice swimming pool

Fantastic boutique hotel right in the heart of Sosua with great staff and amenities. It’s in close proximity to 2 beautiful beaches and plenty of nightlife. The front desk, management, restaurant/bar staff, housekeeping and security were all friendly, genuine and funny! Everybody makes you feel at home. The rooms are modern, clean and well maintained and the new restaurant is outstanding. The pool area is really nice too. I have zero complaints and can’t wait to return. Best hotel in Sosua!

A great place to stay in Sosúa. For a traveling couple, we felt like we were splurging a little bit. Comfortable and clean rooms. A nice pool, even thought we did not have time to use it. Two beaches are very close by. We were able to rent a motorcycle close by and go along the coast. The complementary breakfast was great for two vegetarians, and the welcome drinks were good and strong. Thanks for a great experience!

Located in the middle of Sosúa city life . Steps away from busy street Pedro clisante and walkable to playa Sosua and Alicia beaches . Service was excellent, pool was maintained well , wifi was strong , the onsite bar/restaurant had decent options . Not too noisy given that you’re in a very busy part ofthe city . I’ll go back here again if I choose to be in a busy area.

Absolutely loved our stay! It was amazing, the staff were super nice and everything was great including service, food, drinks, entertainment. The only issue was some people were placing towels on the beach chairs overnight so that other people could not have turns using then while at the pool. Not an issue of the casa marina just a problem with people not being respectful.

Had a great time at this resort, workers at the pool and entertainment worked hard to give the guests a great time. Especially Carlos and Gabriel! The beach was beautiful but some days it was unavailable because of the rough weather.

We liked the idea of having multiple pools and restaurants to choose from. The view of the beach is very beautiful.

The Property is very safe Restaurant and shopping places near By, Nice Service and Food, Nice Pool and Beach

I like everything from it the only thing i missed was the bar on the pool

Location is perfect the pool was nice also like the restaurant and the food

The property is amazing. Breakfast included, has pool and beautiful views. Everyone was professional

The place has so much charm. Loved the staircase as you come in. The pool was not available when we were there, but great location, beautiful sunsets. Breakfast was great

In the room: The bed, though firm, was comfortable. The bedding was clean. The plumbing all worked and there was warm water to shower and wash long hair. The bathroom fixtures are old but clean. The air conditioning worked making the room temperature comfortable. The balcony is an adequate space to have refreshments and enjoy the amazing view. The refrigerator in the room worked. There is a large closet with plenty of hangers. The property: The location offers a beautiful view of the ocean and sunset. It is walking distance to Sosua beach in one direction and the super market in the other and it is surrounded by other quiet properties. Although there is building maintenance ongoing it is not disturbing. The swimming pools are attended to daily and are refreshing. The eating areas take advantage of the view and are not crowded. One evening a pianist played the baby grand. The food was good to very good. We enjoyed the included breakfast buffet and ordered from the lunch and evening menus. The atmosphere is quaint and quiet. We would recommend that you stay here while it is still available. We have the sense that the erosion from the ocean makes pouring money into it not sustainable. Perhaps that is why repairs are minimal.

I love the vintage look of the hotel, the view or the ocean the gardens and patios were stunning, the pool was nice.

The easy Check in, Henri is the man will supply all your needs . Very good host/owner the staff was very very nice to and my friend all good food is A+ . The pool is a heated pool good vibes very quiet place to stay the location is amazing

Hotel Don Andres is in a great location in Sosua; very close to everything (walking distance) but just enough away from the crowded streets and traffic noise. The rooms are very comfortable with all the amenities you need (AC, hot water, daily housekeep, bar, restaurant, refrigerator, nice bed and great customer service). They have a very nice pool area as well. I would highly recommend this hotel to others.

Place advertises itself as a 2* place but i'd say it's more 3*. Good location that's fairly updated. 10 min walking distance to everything. Solid wifi. Nice clean pool with a store across the street for last min items. didn't get to try the restaurant tho.

Great visit, all good ! Room was fine and a king bed, clean, and roomy. Pool was very nice as was bar and restaurant. Feels like you're away in a little oasis. Nicely done Don Andres.

The breakfast was good and on time. I really enjoyed the Dominica Spaghetti . The pool was refreshing and I had a great room . The staff was really nice from Security officers, Cleaning crew, Chefs, Bartenders. I had a problem with my fringe and the owner replace it .I was able to cook my food as well. I had a great time and looking to return.

Another fantastic stay at the sea breeze. Super helpful and friendly staff who know the true meaning of discreet and will take care of you. Room is clean and cleaned daily to a high level. Poolside is a great area to work, chill or drink

The Position, how it is, the swimming pool

Easiest review I've ever had to write. Nothing but great things to say about this place.the ground floor room I got was simply magical, excellent facilities, a balcony ñ, easy access to and from property.. discreet and respectful staff, Easy as silk check in and out service. All in all possibly the best hotel in the sue. Also walking distance from all the action on Pedro clisante and best breakfast spot on the island (bailees). Stop reading and just book the spot!

Just a great, well-run hotel in the perfect location. My room (13) on the ground level was really good. Water pressure was solid and it got really hot. I'm surprised by some other negative comments, but maybe the rooms aren't all the same. Close to a small, but beautiful beach.

The staff especially the manager were exceptionally helpful and cheerful through out my stay and I will return here again. In fact this may be my permanent and exclusive place to stay when I visit Sosua The rooms and property are clean and well maintained.