Escape to Casa Bonita Alena in Playa Bonita Beach Residence, a beautiful zen-inspired retreat with 24/7 security. Overlooking colorful gardens and crystal-clear waters, this beach-chic apartment features an infinity pool, BBQ area for outdoor grilling, plush towels and well-stocked kitchen. The property offers bikes and kayaks for guest use as well as private massages at the in-house massage table.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6147 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Luxury Chic Playa Bonita Beachfront.
Treat yourself to Casa Bonita Alena in Playa Bonita Beach Residence with 24/7 security. This beautiful zen, (remodeled in may 2025) is a beach-chic, 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom apartment is conveniently located on the second floor overlooking colorful gardens and crystal clear blue waters. It has been designed to appeal to discriminating guests, thoughtfully appointed with quartz and granite countertops, stone floors and bathroom walls, european appliances, ice maker, designer quality furniture, linens, plush towels and well stocked kitchen. New added Large screen TV in master bedroom. Wine Cooler, coffee station and ice maker in kitchen/living room area. Playa Bonita Beach Residence is set along a pristine bay lined with swaying palm trees, lush vegetation and shallow waters. A stunning infinity pool with views of the ocean is available for your enjoyment. Enjoy walking just a few steps from your apartment to the soft sands and turquoise waters of one of the best beaches in Las Terrenas, Playa Bonita. Explore and dine in the several beach restaurants within walking distance from your apartment.
Experience magnificent sunsets and sunrises. Take a dip in the community olympic sized infinity pool, children's pool or jacuzzi.
Enjoy a private massage in the apartment overlooking the sea. Several talented massage therapists available at your request. Book ahead of your stay for best availability.
Resort has bikes and kayaks available free for guest use. We invite you to visit Yoga Life Villa for wellness experiences: yoga ,aireal yoga , half day retreats, massage and energy healing. Instagram @theyogalifevilla Enjoy a short walk along the beach to energy healing massages, locally owned boutique beach bars and restaurants with entertainment, surf schools, surf and paddle board rentals and MORE
HOUSEKEEPING is included. 1 week stay, 1 visit. 2 hours each. Ask Nathalie, your property manager about additional housekeeping services.
Upon request we can arrange a chef to prepare your meals as well as airport transportation, car rentals and excursions.
ELECTRICITY is an additional charge. Meter will be read prior to check in and re-read prior to check out. average cost of $10US a day. Using Air conditioner will increase this daily cost dramatically. Meter will be read prior to your arrival and after checkout. Payment will be due at that time.
The nightly rate on the website is for 4 guests. We have available one luxury queen size air mattress for the common area for an additional $30 per night
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Ski
Close to skiing
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Massage
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Limo/town car service
Car available
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Blackout drapes
Concierge services
Limited housekeeping
Meal delivery service
Phone
Safe
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Electricity is additional. Aleadyincluded $10 dollars a day towards electricity. Additional electricity above the $10 a day we be due at departure
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located on the beach, this apartment is in Playa Bonita, a neighbourhood in Las Terrenas. Plaza Rosada Shopping Center and Beach Garden Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Playa Bonita and Punta Popy Beach. Cayos Las Ballenas and Whale Museum of Samana are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby. Visit our Las Terrenas travel guide
Does Luxury Chic Playa Bonita Beachfront. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Luxury Chic Playa Bonita Beachfront. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Luxury Chic Playa Bonita Beachfront.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Chic Playa Bonita Beachfront.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Chic Playa Bonita Beachfront.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Chic Playa Bonita Beachfront. located?
Nestled on the beach, this Playa Bonita apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Playa Bonita and La Iglesia Beach. Punta Popy Beach and Plaza Rosada Shopping Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Luxury Chic Playa Bonita Beachfront. Reviews
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The condo is spacious, clean and the location is perfect on the beach walking distance to nearby restaurants and amenities. Hosts were responsive to some minor issues during our stay and were very friendly. Would book again.
10 - location is beautiful and away from the noise and fumes of Les Terannas. 8 - cleanliness of the unit was ok. If you are from Canada or USA and expecting 5 star hotel cleanliness for the price, this is not the place. We swept the place twice and still needed to wear socks or sandals in the place. Dishes appeared clean, but we rewashed everything.7 - we had issues with the fridge hour zero (it was not working as in melting ice from the freezer and pool of water on the floor). It took a tech to come in and reset things7 - a coffee maker we were told did not brew coffee??? Ended up doing a pour over the filter with hot kettle water for the rest of the week. Grrr6 - the main contact was responsive at first, but when we had further issues or questions, disappeared. We had to go back to the owner for final check out informationI would rate the place 7/10 and my wife 8/10. We are not high maintenance folks, but the fridge issue right off the start set the tone and it went a bit down hill from there.The area is beautiful, but there is no Uber and taxis are difficult to get.Police love stopping gringos, so if you are driving, stay below the speed limit and keep a couple thousand pesos for shake downs (we were stopped even though cars were passing us… when I asked how much it started at 2000 DR pesos but we paid the nice police officer 1000 DRP). You can ask for a ticket apparently, but no idea how that will go.Enjoy!
Beautiful condo, the most amazing Beach we've ever been to.. and walking distance to many restaurants. We definitely plan on coming back and staying in the same place.
The location is absolutely stunning and the balcony is so spacious and well appointed with the most spectacular view of the water. Our VRBO host Mauray nailed it with this place!!
We stayed in two properties at Playa Bonita Beach Residences and this was by far the best! We saw a few others where friends were staying none of which had this one beat!
We awakened to an incredible view of the ocean, not to mention the calming sound of waves.
This condo has the reputation of being best designed and most comfortable among the regular renters. We will be back!
We recently returned from our trip to Las Terrenas. The condo, Playa Bonita Residences, and beach are all incredibly beautiful and well taken care of. We enjoyed floating in the ocean in front of the condo, long walks on the beach/path, and walking to the many nearby beach restaurants/bars. We took the moto taxis (moto conchos) into the heart of LT, and it was a blast. We felt safe and had no issues. We also ordered groceries, beer, and champagne for delivery using the Komida app.
The hosts were very attentive and easy to work with. They provided us with easy check-in (which was late at night)/out, scheduled airport transportation, and promptly answered our questions. We love this location and are returning in a few months.
We absolutely loved the condo! We arrived late but had thorough instructions for entering the property and the condo. We were welcomed with a platter of fruit which we were so grateful for after the long trip from Texas. The condo was just as pictured online. It was very comfortable. We had plenty of bath and beach towels. The king bed was comfy and the air conditioning worked well. The view from the beautifully decorated balcony was amazing to wake up to each morning. We've stayed at the Playa Bonitas residences twice previously but found that the privacy and view from the second story made all the difference. Last but not least, Nathalie was the best. She was very responsive to any questions we had, and she really went above and beyond for us. Las Terrenas is a special place. The beach is beautiful and usually calm in front of the complex. There are lots of chairs and umbrellas available. Also, the boardwalk is so convenient for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails. If traveling to Las Terrenas, it good to have a car so you can explore the area. There are so many fantastic restaurants and beaches to see. This is our go to place for rest and relaxation. We will definitely be back and hope to stay in this condo again.
The listing is accurate. The apartment was very nice. The beach was perfect with soft sand, plenty of shade, great waves for boogie boarding. There are several restaurants where you can eat out. Going in to town was expensive in the taxi ($40 roundtrip) so we only did it once to get groceries and cash from the ATM. We also used the delivery service (Komida! App) once and it was quick. We had what we needed in the kitchen to cook - a few spices but no condiments. We slept with the doors open for the breeze and to hear the ocean. It was very comfortable without the AC. There were not enough beach towels for all of us so maybe bring your own. There is some construction going on currently in some of the other apartments which was loud but after reaching out to Mauray, she was able to speak with them and the noise improved dramatically. Overall, a great stay!
appartement moderne fonctionnel bien équipé avec un excellent emplacement sur la plage dans un condo stress bien entretenu L'assistance sur place réagît rapidement mais les problèmes rencontrés ont été nombreux ( climatisation en panne, rideau d une chambre cassé, robinet du lavabo non fixé, toilettes HS..) La procedure d'arrivée est trop sommaire : on ne reçoit les coordonnées que 48 h avant ce qui inquiète car on est sans nouvelles et se résume au code de la boite à clé sans un accueil montrant comment utiliser les différents appareils et vérifiant leur fonctionnement Un appartement de luxe meritant un suivi plus précis
Le condo était super bien situé avec vue sur mer tout en écoutant les vagues.
Le seul hic était le bruit de la construction du condo de biais avec nous et au-dessus.
Avoir une voiture est un plus pour le magasinage.
Avons essayé le restaurant une seule fois, ordinaire
We enjoyed our stay at the Residences in Playa Bonita the property was beautiful and the condo was 1st class, as advertised. The Playa Bonita area is perfect place to kick back on a sunny beach watching the surfers, going for a walk on paved beach walk or enjoying the sunsets with your favorite beverage or meal at one of the many restaurants along the strip. We look forward to coming back again soon!
We had a wonderful time in Las Terrenas and in this apartment. It had everything you need for a great stay. We especially loved the outdoor space where we had breakfast each morning and even did some grilling for one lunch and a dinner. It was perfect. Plus the proximity to the beach was perfect. The beds were comfy, the layout great - all was good! I would 100% recommend you rent this apartment...we hope to again next time we come to Las Terrenas. And there will definitely be a next time!
Everything about the location and the experience was amazing. The apartment was beautifully decorated and very well kept. Our only issue was the cleanliness of the kitchen and bathroom. Some of the clean dishes had food on them. The white towels looked brownish and the bathroom floors where dirty. But those only appear as flaws in context of an otherwise pristine experience.
The adage “you get what you pay for” certainly applies here. Before we even left home, we were in contact with Property manager Nidia (through WhatsApp). She provided instructions for accessing the unit, arranged a taxi to pick us up at the airport and was very responsive to any questions throughout our stay. We arrived very late at night and our taxi was waiting for us, as promised. There is a lock box which contains the front door and safe keys. We found it handy to leave the key in the lock box when we went out. The unit is very clean, beautifully decorated (exactly like the pictures) and spacious. The kitchen has everything you would need and everything works. Drinking water is plentiful and easily accessible from a large container under the sink that is hooked up to the water dispenser on the refrigerator. The beds were firm but comfortable. It is very humid, but we kept the fans on and the patio doors open when we were in the unit and the temperature was very comfortable. We didn’t find it necessary to use the air conditioning. As the picture shows, you can see the beach (and hear the surf) from the unit. The entire complex is very quiet, very safe, very beautiful. There is never a lack of chairs at either the beach or pool. The water is warm and the sand is soft, the beach is clean. You can walk along the beach for miles (and we did walk to Playa Coson). We did not rent a vehicle and didn’t miss having one. We got a motorcycle taxi (motoconcho, 300RD, one way) to get into town. We went into town only a couple of times for groceries and to eat, but we found it wasn’t really necessary. Downtown is very busy/noisy. Lots of vehicles and exhaust fumes. There is a great app called Komida which will deliver groceries, liquor/beer and takeout to your door. It was great! When you don’t want to cook, there are also a number of restaurants on Playa Bonita that we frequented. The property owner, Mauray, gives yoga classes near the pool. Can’t say enough nice things about her. If you want a relaxing holiday, quiet and safe location and all the comforts of home in idyllic surroundings, this is the place. We can’t recommend highly enough.
This is a clean, well appointed condo with a decent view of the beach/ocean. The porch/patio was very nice to dine and relax on. You can see and hear (slightly) the ocean, although you're not overly close. But, it's just a short walk down to lounge in one of the property's lounge chairs. The property that the condo is on is well maintained and security is abundant. The condos are all clustered together, and you need to walk a bit to the pool, which was pretty vacant most of our stay. There is a small bar at the pool - if it's open. The rest of the property looks like it might be undergoing some construction. The condo/property is at the end of a paved walk which is lined with bed-and-breakfasts, other home rentals, a surf shop, and several beach bars. It's lovely. Our only issues with the condo had to do with the property manager. We arrived to a home that had not been fully turned over. The welcome packet was no where to be found (so not suggestions on where to get groceries etc - we had to wing it), the internet password was not posted, and the water supply was low. We contacted the property manager, Sophia, but she couldn't be bothered to come locate any of these things or re-supply the water. We were out of water after 24 hours and ended up needing to go purchase our own from the bar at the pool (not expensive). A day and a half later we found Sophia at our door coming to drop off water (but we'd already bought our own). Not a huge deal, but obnoxious - especially after needing to search for quite a while for any info on how/where to get water as we couldn't get a response from Sophia. Upon checkout you will need to do a walk-through with the property manager (Sophia). She arrived late, but we waited for her. As we were getting ready to drive off to the airport she showed up. She then let us know that she hadn't checked the electric meter before we came - so she just charged us the base rate, which was crappy as we had intentionally been conserving electric. The interactions with Sophia all revolved around "sorry, but not my fault", which was a very strange customer service tactic. But, again, the condo itself was nice. The cleaning woman did a great job cleaning the house, even if we were still in the unit. We probably wouldn't stay here again as there are so many other options with likely better hospitality - but the condo itself isn't a bad place to stay.
Jacob C.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn H.
25 Mar 2019
Wonderful Playa Bonita Condo
We spent five weeks in this great condo and the experience couldn't have been better. From our first contact with owner Mauray everything went perfectly. The condo is really comfortable and well furnished and equipped, the whole of the Playa Bonita Beach Residences facility is maintained to a very high level, and the setting is idyllic. Nidia, Sofia and Ramon (who take care of on-site management for Mauray and numbers of other Play Bonita property owners) are all extremely efficient, helpful, prompt in responding to any questions and also just interesting to talk to. Anyela, the cleaner, was unfailingly cheery -- as well as trying to help me improve my terrible pronunciation of Spanish :) Outside the complex, the beachfront walkway offers a variety of restaurant picks from charming Coyamar to lively Acaya at Mosquito to our favourite Chef Ney and Jimmy's newly opened Ney's. As for the beach, the end by the condo is great for swimming and ideal for kids while further along where it's steeper with big breakers it's good for surfers.
Kathryn H.
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
DRAGOMIR G.
20 Jan 2019
Amazing place !
Beautiful place, the best ocean view,amazing apartment!
You will fall in love!
We spent 3 nights around New Year’s eve.
The apartment is incredible! You will feel at home, so comfortable, extremely clean and has everything you need! Everything ! Even screwdrivers, cross and flat! :)
Fully furnished kitchen!
1 kW/h of electricity costs about 15 Dominican pesos !
$ 30 that we paid in advance is enough even though we used an oven and a dishwasher!
Check the power meter on Check In and Check Out!
Gas boiler works perfect!
WiFi . Smart TV. Cable channels!
The owner of the apartment is a very kind person ! Always, quickly and with understanding answers your questions!
Highly recommend!
DRAGOMIR G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy R.
8 May 2018
Beautiful!
Mauray's condo is beautiful!! We more than enjoyed our stay. Daniel, the property manager, was great. He checked us in and out and was available in between for any questions we had. The housekeeper did a great job of tidying up after us every day. She did leave the AC on one day in one of the bedrooms, but I just turned it off when we returned. The last days we were there, we were practically the only people on the beach or at the condo!! The location is perfect; The condo is brand new; and Playa Bonita is gorgeous! We hope to return again!
Amy R.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
mauray C.
11 Mar 2018
Playa Bonita beach residence the best kept secret in the Dominican Republic!
We loved our stay at Casa Bonita Alena. This new beachfront apartment was only 100 steps from the surf and sand. Every day was an adventure watching the ocean change to all different colors of blue and green. We love the cool breeze and the sound of the waves rolling on the beach and crashing on the picturesque rocks. It was truely a magical experience. The apartment is Elegantly decorated with all the comforts of home.