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5.0 out of 5

"Was a pleasant experience. Good for everyone. Wilke was very helpful. He went out of his way to TRY and make my experience worth while. Staff was very ... " More

By a verified traveler on Mon 10 Jul 2017

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Hotel Description

4-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants

Beachfront retreat

A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Guayacanes Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Los Marlins Golf Course. Also, Los Delfines Water Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Guavaberry Golf and Country Club is within 6 miles (10 km).

All-inclusive

This smoke-free hotel features a private beach, a marina, and 2 restaurants. Enjoy the outdoor pool and perks like free self parking and free WiFi. Enjoy the gym and unwind at the bar/lounge and beach bar.

Standard Single Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Triple Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Standard Double Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Playa Esmeralda Resort ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
5.0 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Playa Esmeralda Resort

Everyone (1)
5 out of 5

Pleasant!

Pros: The staff helpful and friendly. Wifi was good. room was good. Food was good.
Cons: Fitness center? Game room.(billards, chess, foosball, darts, table tennis/beer pong.
Location: Very nice and quiet. The roads were not busy. Pharmacy a few miles west. convenient. Go for a walk, don't eat nextdoor. Did not do much locally.
Was a pleasant experience. Good for everyone. Wilke was very helpful. He went out of his way to TRY and make my experience worth while. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Clean resort. My room was on the second floor(222) overlooking the pool and the beach. Great view. Room was good. Air conditioning takes time to get going. I like it frosty. Bed was adequate, thin mattress. Linens were clean, not stained, and no loose hairs. Wifi was great in the room but weakened at the beach. slow but working. The bathroom was good. The shower is undersized. I am 6'4" 224lbs. Width was good but the clearance was not. Watch your head, keep your arms bent. In-room safe costs extra. You need to ask the desk for a key. Costs a few dollars a day. Not sure about the amount or laptop compatibility. Room had a mini fridge with water. I suggest getting some beer for late hours as the bars close at 10pm depending on the amount of people still drinking. Food is buffet style 3 times a day. The food was not great at first but got better. The short short ribs were great. They were really short. 2 bars and a a la carte restaurant on the premises was good. People from outside use the beach and restaurant making parking in the 5 space lot non-existant. Parking extends up the driveway to the secondary street. People walking thru from public beach adjacent to the resort. Public beach has a restaurant... DO NOT EAT THERE! RIP OFF! More like shanties people cook local fare, serve beer/soda. BE CAREFUL!

Posted by , from New Jersey on Jul 10, 2017

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All-inclusive Details

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Property Features

Playa Esmeralda Resort is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities. Simply step outside to unwind on the hotel's beach. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Playa Esmeralda Resort like a marina, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This all-inclusive hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Free self parking is available. This 4-star Guayacanes hotel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool

Family Friendly Amenities

  • On private beach
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access in public areas - high speed

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Playa Esmeralda Resort offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Cable television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and bidets. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Private balcony
  • Minibar
  • In-room dining
  • Television
  • Cable channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Separate shower and tub
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bidet
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Onsite venue #2 - This beachfront restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Room service is available.

Nearby Activities

A private beach and a marina are featured at the hotel. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Golfing nearby

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 11:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 1:00 PM

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20–60 for adults, and USD 20–60 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Playa Esmeralda
  • Playa Esmeralda Juan Dolio
  • Playa Esmeralda Resort
  • Playa Esmeralda Resort Juan Dolio
  • Playa Esmeralda Resort Guayacanes
  • Playa Esmeralda Guayacanes
  • Playa Esmeralda Resort Hotel
  • Playa Esmeralda Resort Guayacanes
  • Playa Esmeralda Resort Hotel Guayacanes

You should know

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 6:30 PM.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.