Doncel Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

El Salto del Limon showing landscape views

El Salto del Limon

White water plunges into clear blue pools in the middle of lush green forests at this dramatic waterfall, one of the Dominican Republic's most colorful sights.

El Salto del Limon
El Limon Falls showing a cascade and rainforest

El Limon Falls

Take a daytrip north of Samana to these waterfalls where you can swim, learn from friendly locals and ride on horseback through the mountainous landscape.

El Limon Falls

Marina Puerto Bahía

Explore the waterfront in Samaná with a trip to Marina Puerto Bahía.

Marina Puerto Bahía

Cayo Levantado Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cayo Levantado Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Samaná. You'll find more to see and do in this relaxing area.

Cayo Levantado Beach

Samana Zipline

Enjoy an outing to Samana Zipline during your stay in Samaná. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Samana Zipline

Boca el Diablo

Explore the great outdoors at Boca el Diablo, a lovely green space in Las Galeras. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Boca el Diablo

Activities

El Limon waterfall in the Dominican Republic

El Limon Waterfall & Bacardi Island from Punta Cana

AU$231
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
El Limon Waterfall & Bacardi Island from Punta Cana
Samana Full Day -baracardi island, horses, lemon waterfall

Samana Full Day -baracardi island, horses, lemon waterfall

AU$186
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Samana Full Day -baracardi island, horses, lemon waterfall
Samana Whales Tour with Bacardi Island and Limon Waterfall

Samana Whale Watching Tour with Bacardi Island and Limon Waterfall

AU$259
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Samana Whale Watching Tour with Bacardi Island and Limon Waterfall
Samana Full Day: Waterfall, Safari and Beach

Samana Full Day Waterfall, Safari and Beach

AU$177
per adult
Samana Full Day Waterfall, Safari and Beach
samana Punta cana paradise Tour

Samana, Bacardi Island Horse Limon Waterfall

AU$184
per adult
Samana, Bacardi Island Horse Limon Waterfall
Paradise Island VIP - Yacht Cruise to Cayo Arena with Lunch

Paradise Island VIP - Yacht Cruise to Cayo Arena with Lunch

AU$247
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Paradise Island VIP - Yacht Cruise to Cayo Arena with Lunch
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Our pick of the best Doncel Hotel Deals

Hotel Bannister by Mint
Hotel Bannister by Mint
4.5 out of 5
Carretera Sanchez-Samana, Km 5, Samaná, Samana
The price is AU$275 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$275
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Samaná. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (336 reviews)
"My 3rd time visiting Puerto Bahia and 3rd time at Bannister, and i would always stay at Bannister and recommend it."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2025

Hotel Bannister by Mint
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 AU$635 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$635
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Las Terrenas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,023 reviews)
"Friendly staff good food jacuzzy was never hot"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Viva V Samana by Wyndham, A Trademark Adults All Inclusive
Bahia Principe Grand Samana - Adults Only
Bahia Principe Grand Samana - Adults Only
4.5 out of 5
carretera Samana, Las Galeras, s/n, Los Cacaos, Samaná
The price is AU$297 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$297
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Samaná. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (556 reviews)
"Everything so good"

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Bahia Principe Grand Samana - Adults Only
Bahia Principe Grand El Portillo - All Inclusive
Bahia Principe Grand El Portillo - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Las Terrenas, Las Terrenas, Samana
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Las Terrenas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Property was great. Could use some upgrades to the rooms and fixing but overall great stay. Programs are exactly planned and fun to participate. Atmosphere was great no drama."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

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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 AU$420 per night from 10 July to 11 July
AU$420
10 July - 11 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach property in Samaná. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Rincon Beach and Playa Grande are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (141 reviews)
"El hotel esta bastante nuevo. Las habitacion son buenas y limpias. El staff es increible. Todos tan amables y cordiales. La playa es de las mas lindas que he visto en mi vida. La unica queja es la variedad en la comida. Fuimos en temporada baja y al haber pocos huespedes bajan la contidad de la comida ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun. 2025

Wyndham Alltra Samana All-Inclusive Resort
Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive
Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Isla De Cayo Levantado, Samaná, Samana
The price is AU$1,128 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$1,128
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Samaná. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (170 reviews)
"El mejor hotel all inclusive de República Dominicana"

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive
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Other neighbourhoods around Doncel

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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 Samana Bay and Cayo Levantado Beach.

Villa Salma
Samana featuring boating, a bay or harbour and tropical scenes

Samaná Centro

Samaná Centro might not have many top sights, but Samana Bay and Cayo Levantado Beach 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 Cayo Levantado Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

La Mezcla
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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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Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja

While Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja 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 La Fortaleza Vieja
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María Luisa

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

María Luisa

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