Hotels and Resorts in the Dominican Republic

Accommodations on the the Dominican Republic range from the exquisite and extremely expensive to the modest and moderately-priced.

Of all the islands in the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic has the largest hotel inventory. In recent years the island has seen unprecedented building inflation, which has added nearly 10,000 hotel and resort rooms. Needless to say, finding a place to stay in the Dominican Republic should not be a problem.

With such a wide selection of hotels and resorts, the Republic has something to fit the budgets and tastes of most vacationers. Hotel and resort rates will vary, depending on the location and the scale of luxury. All hotels charge a government tax of 11 percent and a 10 percent service charge, which does not include gratuity. This is important to remember when budgeting for your vacation.

Inexpensive hotels and resorts can be found almost anywhere on the island. Travelers will find most of the island's budget hotels in Samana, which is close to the Puerto Plata International Gregorio Luperon airport. Most of the hotels in this region of the Dominican Republic are simple but charming, and can cost as little as $20(USD) or as much as $70(USD) per night.

There are also moderately priced hotels in Punta Cana, on the island's eastern coast. Many of these hotels are on or near Bavaro Beach, which make them perfect for vacationers who plan to spend their time sunbathing or enjoying watersports. These hotels can run anywhere from $70(USD) to $150(USD) a night.

The most luxurious and expensive lodgings can be found in the capital city of Santo Domingo. These extravagant hotels are large buildings and have all the extras that vacationers could want, including waterfalls, mirrored closets, and marble floors, just to name a few. These extra amenities do make staying at one of these hotels a little pricey. These deluxe accommodations can cost $300(USD) or more per night.

Choosing the right hotel and resort accommodations will all depend on your budget and the kind of experience you want to have while on vacation. Larger hotels and resorts can cost more than some of the smaller hotels and inns, but they also offer more options, such as package deals that may include meals. These lodgings should not be confused with all-inclusive accommodations.

Smaller lodgings can have many of the same amenities as larger hotels and resorts for a fraction of the price. These quaint accommodations offer vacationers friendly service and a little piece of the Dominican Republic's culture.

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