Casa de Campo Resort & Villas
One of the country's oldest and most famous resorts, which set the benchmark for luxury travel in the Caribbean when it was built in the mid-1970s, is in the top tier of the Dominican Republic's luxury properties. The striking beauty of the minimalist design and decor utilizes rich woods and open spaces set off by splashes of jewel tones. Rooms and villas are outfitted with fine European linens, large flat-screen TVs, and high-tech lighting; each comes with a golf cart, though there's also an efficient shuttle system. There are numerous restaurants and nightlife options, and there's an annual array of festivals and special events. The spa, with its private water-treatment section, is a pleasurable place to relax and revive.
