Sublime Samana
Minimalist-modern Caribbean. Clean white interiors, floor-to-ceiling windows, occasional pops of turquoise. Intimate but full-service. Feels more like a private residence compound than a traditional hotel.
Upgrade to a second-level casita to get the rooftop terrace and jacuzzi combo — worth every extra dollar
Why It Matters
One of the few genuinely luxury boutique options on the largely undeveloped Samaná Peninsula. Architect-designed casitas with private jacuzzis and rooftop terraces, a Michelin Guide-selected property, SLH member, and home to the Coconut Whispers Spa — a standout spa built around all-natural local ingredients like stones from the Samaná River and fresh coconut. Add whale watching access from January through March and you have a resort that earns its category.
Sublime Samana is a 26-room boutique resort on a private strip of Playa Coson, designed by Dominican architect Antonio Segundo Imbert in a minimalist-modern style. All accommodations are suites or standalone casitas — no standard hotel rooms here — each with a fully equipped kitchen, separate living area, and private terrace or balcony. It's genuinely isolated from Las Terrenas (15–20 minutes by taxi), which is the whole point: you come here to decompress, not to explore town.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
One Bedroom Suite
The entry-level room — though calling it that undersells it. At 98 sqm you get a full king bedroom, a living room with sofa bed, a separate dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private terrace or balcony. Walk-in shower, The White Company toiletries, robes and flip flops. Views are of the hotel's gardens and grounds. Good for couples or a couple with young kids.
King · 98 sqm
Three Bedroom Casita
The largest configuration, ideal for groups of friends or extended families. Ground level runs 300 sqm; the second-level version with rooftop terrace comes in at 415 sqm. The top-tier variant is the 3-Bedroom Beachfront Casita with Rooftop Terrace and Jacuzzi — steps from the sand with ocean views, and the most coveted unit on the property. Third bedroom has two full-size beds, making it flexible for kids or extra adults.
King + 2 Queens + 2 Fulls · 300 sqm
Two Bedroom Casita
Standalone casitas right on the pool canal edge — step outside and you're essentially at the water. Ground-level units are 155 sqm with a private jacuzzi. Splurge for the second-level unit (255 sqm) and you add a rooftop terrace to the jacuzzi. King master plus two-queen second bedroom, private entrance, both bathrooms have walk-in showers. This is where Sublime really starts to shine as a property.
King + 2 Queens · 155 sqm
Two Bedroom Suite
A solid choice for small families. At 150 sqm it has a king master bedroom plus a second room with two queens, two walk-in shower bathrooms, a full kitchen, living room, dining area, and terrace or balcony. Same clean minimalist aesthetic as the one-bedroom, just with more space to spread out.
King + 2 Queens · 150 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Vinyasa yoga class on Wednesdays, Power Yoga on Saturdays. Both complimentary and held outdoors. Private yoga classes (morning or evening) are available for an additional fee.
A half-day guided excursion to the 52-meter El Limón waterfall, about 30 minutes from the hotel. You can go on foot or horseback through uphill jungle terrain to reach it.
Speedboat excursion to this national park with calcified hills, pictograph caves, mangroves, seabirds, and natural swimming pools around Caño Hondo.
Humpback whales return to Samaná Bay every January through March for mating season. The hotel arranges half-day boating excursions. One of the most compelling seasonal reasons to visit.
One-on-one time with the chef to learn how to prepare ceviche and pick up cooking tips using same-day catch.
Non-motorized water sports from the beach: kayak, stand-up paddle board, boogie board, catamaran, and snorkeling. All complimentary for hotel guests.
Eco-education program for children centered on local flora, fauna, and marine life. Includes scavenger hunts, nature walks, and outdoor games. Features Sami the whale mascot. Activities available through the hotel's mindful activities guide.
Family cooking class with the chef using ingredients from the hotel's own garden.
Arranged through concierge. Beachside setup for private meals or special occasions.
On-site courts available to guests. Two tennis courts mentioned across multiple sources.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Private strip of soft sand on the Atlantic with mountain backdrop. Exclusive to hotel guests — no day passes sold to outsiders.
Canal-style interconnected pool system running through the property. Casitas are positioned directly on the pool canals.
Complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout the resort.
US$15 per hour per child (max 2 kids per nanny). Must be requested 24 hours in advance.
On-site garden supplies fresh produce and aloe vera used in both the kitchen and spa.
$12 setup and service charge per order.
GBAC Star Facility accreditation for high-performance cleaning and maintenance.
Brick and wood traditional sweat ceremony structure at the Coconut Whispers Spa.
Outdoor jacuzzi seating area at the spa, surrounded by palms — separate from in-casita private jacuzzis.
Complimentary secured self-parking for guests driving or renting a car.
Runs twice daily (morning and afternoon) during winter season (Holiday through Easter). The only way to get to town without a taxi or rental car.
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