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Gaia Residence

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Playa Dorada

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Gaia Residence

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Front of property
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Restaurant
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Overview of Gaia Residence

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
Calle las Palmas #1, Urbanizacion Buenave, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata, 57000
  • Popular LocationMalecón De Puerto Plata4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPuerto Plata Cable Car6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlaya Dorada Golf Course6 min drive
  • AirportPuerto Plata (POP-Gregorio Luperon Intl.)29 min drive

Room options

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exclusive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard View

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Puerto Plata

Close to airport.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Puerto Plata hotel, you'll find Malecón De Puerto Plata and Playa Dorada Golf Course. Also, Playa Dorada is within 3 miles (5 km) and Puerto Plata Cable Car is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Embassy of the United States Dominican Republic - 4 min drive
  • Malecón De Puerto Plata - 4 min drive
  • Puerto Plata Cable Car - 6 min drive
  • Playa Dorada Golf Course - 6 min drive
  • Playa Dorada - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Gregorio Luperon Intl. Airport (POP) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Mercado Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • La Locanda - 17 min walk
  • Bohemios Likor Store - 14 min walk
  • La Carihuela - 2 min drive
  • MAURO’S - 6 min walk

About this property

Gaia Residence

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Playa Dorada
Gaia Residence offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 beach bars, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Gaia Residence.

This 3-star Puerto Plata hotel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars on the beach
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Gaia Residence offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and first-run movies.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of DOP 1,000; reservation required

Things to do

  • 36 holes of golf
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping mall

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • First-run movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: DOP 15
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 18 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Gaia Residence

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit is payable by PayPal and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: DOP 15 (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal: DOP 1000
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 18 percent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, mobile payments, and PayPal. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Pool access available from 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Gaia Residence Hotel
Gaia Residence Puerto Plata
Gaia Residence Hotel Puerto Plata

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gaia Residence to the airport?

Gaia Residence is 11.7 mi (33-min drive) away from the Gregorio Luperon Intl. Airport (POP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gaia Residence have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gaia Residence.

How close is Gaia Residence to the beach?

This hotel is 2.9 mi (11-min drive) from Playa Dorada and 5.7 mi (17-min drive) from Cofresi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gaia Residence offer free breakfast?

Gaia Residence offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Gaia Residence?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Coral Reef Casino (23-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Gaia Residence?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in costs DOP 15 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Gaia Residence?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Gaia Residence have a pool?

Gaia Residence features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does Gaia Residence have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Gaia Residence have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Gaia Residence to downtown Puerto Plata?

Gaia Residence is 0.6 mi away from Barrio Las Yagüitas.

Gaia Residence Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SEAN ALLEN CROSBY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in Puerto Plata
It was a very comfortable stay and I would like to thank our hosts for their hospitality. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone who is traveling to Puerto Plata.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this property was so clean and everybody was so nice. Breakfast was delicious. The room was clean and the property was easy to get to. They even send us through WhatsApp places where we could go visit and place where we could go to eat when I go back to Puerto Plata, I will be definitely staying in Gaia Residence.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful hotel and room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

The hosts were so so nice and helpful! I would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

KP

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gangadhar

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Marina and her husband was great, staff is good. So welcoming place. I will definitely staying here again. Only the road is not up to mark. Overall best place.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lianela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was so clean and the staff very kind. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021