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Casa Colonial Beach & Spa

Address: Playa Dorada, Box 22, Puerto Plata
Phone: 809/320-3232
Fax: 809/320-3131
www.casacolonialhotel.com

Price range: $$$$
Location: Puerto Plata and Playa Dorada

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Fodor's Review:

Rivals say "over the top" isn't superlative enough to describe this exquisite, all-suites boutique hotel designed by Sara Garcia Cassoni, the first in the D.R. to join the lofty Small Luxury Hotels of the World. White stucco buildings have columns and wrought-iron balustrades and most guests think that it's a restoration of a colonial mansion. Suites are outfitted with the finest Frette linens. The lobby feels more like a lounge, with a stellar bar; Lucia's, the designer gourmet room, is worthy of this boutique hotel. Upscale spa devotees will savor the Baqua Spa, with its Vichy showers, body wraps, inventory of massages and facials, and refreshing juices. The rooftop sundeck is close to heaven—an infinity pool and four warm Jacuzzis provide several agreeable alternatives to the golden beach. It has also served as a venue for wedding reception and for private dinners for two. Pros: Luxury boutique experience, glorious spa, this is how you would like to live. Cons: Can feel empty during the low season, quiet even in the high season, service not as sharp as you would expect for these prices (and few speak good English).

Hotel Details: 50 suites
In-room: refrigerator, Internet.
In-hotel: 2 restaurants, bar, pool, gym, spa, laundry service, beachfront, Wi-Fi hotspot.
Rate includes: European Plan
Credit Cards: AE, MC, V