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An aerial view of a resort with a large pool, sun loungers, and palm trees.

1. Bannister Hotel & Yacht Club

Bannister Hotel & Yacht Club
4.5 star property
Doncel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (389 reviews)
"Excellent Yacht Club hotel in Samana,Beautifull place to enjoy quiet the nature ,sea,beach,pool."
United States
Alejandro
The price is ￥18,639
￥23,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Bannister Hotel & Yacht Club

2. Villa With Private Pool Samaná

Villa With Private Pool Samaná
2.0 star property
Doncel
The price is ￥50,753
￥70,310 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Villa With Private Pool Samaná
A woman in a floral dress standing in a courtyard with potted plants and a stone wall.

3. Nilka Hotel Boutique

Nilka Hotel Boutique
3.5 star property
Samaná Centro, 2.4 km from Doncel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (139 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Felix
The price is ￥10,631
￥13,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Nilka Hotel Boutique
A pool with a unique design, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a body of water and lush greenery.

4. Eurostars Grand Cayacoa

Eurostars Grand Cayacoa
4.5 star property
1.8 km from Doncel
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (654 reviews)
"Great staff and location."
United States
Dzmitry
The price is ￥30,760
￥30,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Eurostars Grand Cayacoa
A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a ceiling fan.

5. Hostal Marina Samana

Hostal Marina Samana
4.0 star property
Samaná Centro, 2.4 km from Doncel
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (28 reviews)
"Nice place, clean and attentive staff. Noisy, but that is just how the town is🙂"
Denmark
Morten Mikel
The price is ￥9,256
￥11,848 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Hostal Marina Samana
A covered outdoor dining area with wooden beams and hanging light fixtures. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

6. Samana Suites Hotel

Samana Suites Hotel
2.5 star property
Barrio New York, 2.5 km from Doncel
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (51 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff, great ocean view."
United States
lil
The price is ￥10,014
￥11,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Samana Suites Hotel
An infinity pool with a wooden pergola and a view of the ocean and boats.

7. Hacienda Samana Bay Hotel & Residence

Hacienda Samana Bay Hotel & Residence
5.0 star property
3 km from Doncel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (412 reviews)
"The room was very clean, no complaints. The pools and the restaurant were nice as well. The hotel is closed to everything which is a plus!"
United States
Cynthia
The price is ￥18,477
￥23,651 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Hacienda Samana Bay Hotel & Residence
A wooden bridge with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery.

8. Samanatropicalvillage

Samanatropicalvillage
3.0 star property
Samaná Centro, 1.8 km from Doncel
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"not recommended at all. photo look like nice but in reality nothing"
United States
Mibolange
The price is ￥12,132
￥15,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Samanatropicalvillage
A spacious indoor area with a pool table, wooden furniture, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Edma Aparta Hotel

Edma Aparta Hotel
2.0 star property
María Luisa, 2.6 km from Doncel
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (18 reviews)
"The breakfast was very good and fresh"
United States
RAUDY
The price is ￥6,231
￥7,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Edma Aparta Hotel
A swimming pool with a view of the ocean and a distant bridge.

10. Figaro Hotel Boutique

Figaro Hotel Boutique
3.5 star property
María Luisa, 2.8 km from Doncel
7.0 out of 10, Good, (44 reviews)
"Clean room,staff, and breakfast! "
United States
Grisleidy
The price is ￥8,417
￥10,774 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Figaro Hotel Boutique
A person in a black swimsuit holding a drink by a pool with string lights and a wooden fence in the background.

11. Casa Docia Samana

Casa Docia Samana
3.0 star property
Barrio New York, 2.4 km from Doncel
7.6 out of 10, Good, (87 reviews)
"Clean, close to excursion, I liked it "
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥9,817
￥13,056 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Casa Docia Samana
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a scenic view of the sea and palm trees.

12. Hotel & Restaurant Chino

Hotel & Restaurant Chino
3.0 star property
Barrio New York, 2.5 km from Doncel
7.0 out of 10, Good, (16 reviews)
"The property is an older-style hotel with stunning views of Samaná Bay. The rooms are spacious and well laid out, although the furniture and amenities feel dated, reminiscent of the 1990s. It's a good place to stay if your plan is to explore the town of Samaná and enjoy the beautiful nearby beaches."
Canada
Teresa
The price is ￥11,444
￥14,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Hotel & Restaurant Chino
A waterfront hotel with outdoor seating areas and a view of the city across the water.

13. Room-best bed and Breakfast in Samana Br

Room-best bed and Breakfast in Samana Br
2.0 star property
Barrio New York, 2.6 km from Doncel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Our host was very attentive to our needs. The room was in his home, so he was always available and very helpful with travel advice. The breakfast is included and was very good. There is a nice view of the bay."
United States
Kristen
The price is ￥7,808
￥9,214 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Room-best bed and Breakfast in Samana Br
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in stove, and a small refrigerator.

14. Residence Xamanai

Residence Xamanai
3.0 star property
13.1 km from Doncel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Good staff, very pet friendly Excellent place for family vacation"
United States
Bethsaïda
The price is ￥4,344
￥6,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Residence Xamanai
A beach with a rocky cliff and a ladder leading up to it.

15. VIVE EL VALLE Hotel

VIVE EL VALLE Hotel
3.0 star property
8.6 km from Doncel
5.2 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"Very clean, owner was very nice and friendly but had troubles finding out reservation and kept asking for payment and prove of payment. Nice place, close to beach otherwise "
Canada
Majed
The price is ￥8,900
￥11,394 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
VIVE EL VALLE Hotel
A rustic wooden interior with a thatched roof, a wooden staircase, a sofa, and a dining table.

16. Bungalows India El Valle Samana

Bungalows India El Valle Samana
4.0 star property
8.3 km from Doncel
The price is ￥8,896
￥11,388 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Bungalows India El Valle Samana
A lush tropical landscape with a pool and a view of the ocean.

17. Eco Casa Algana

Eco Casa Algana
2.5 star property
11.4 km from Doncel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Très bel endroit pour déconnecter complètement!"
Canada
michel
The price is ￥11,309
￥14,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Eco Casa Algana
A rustic building with multiple levels, stone walls, and a wooden balcony.

18. Altos de Caño Hondo

Altos de Caño Hondo
3.5 star property
18.8 km from Doncel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (252 reviews)
"Super clean room, great staff, great breakfast and services."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ￥10,595
￥20,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Altos de Caño Hondo
A swimming pool with a stone border, a white building with a window, and a large tree with broad leaves in the background.

19. Casa Playa Rincon Hills Samana

Casa Playa Rincon Hills Samana
2.0 star property
13.5 km from Doncel
The price is ￥8,206
￥12,848 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Casa Playa Rincon Hills Samana
An aerial view of a resort with a central pool, multiple beach areas, and lush greenery.

20. Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive

Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive
5.0 star property
8.9 km from Doncel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (286 reviews)
"everything the plce food the room is the best place i been in vacation so far"
United States
Rene
The price is ￥137,660
￥137,660 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive
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Where to stay in Doncel

Find the best Doncel areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a pier, and a white building with a red roof.
Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic
Open Photo by Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic

Samaná Centro

While there might not be top attractions in Samaná Centro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa.

La Aguada

When in La Aguada, you can plan a visit to Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A wooden pier extending into a calm body of water, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
Photo by Jenessa Peters
Open Photo by Jenessa Peters

Barrio New York

While there might not be top attractions in Barrio New York, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa.

A beach with white sand, turquoise water, palm trees, and a boat in the distance.

Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja and surrounding area, you can visit Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa.

Tourist swimming in the Salto el Limon the waterfall located in the centre of the tropical forest, Samana, Dominikana Republic.

María Luisa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in María Luisa and surrounding area, you can visit Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa.

Top Doncel Hotel Reviews

Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive

Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive

8/10 Good
"Beautiful, well maintained property."
andrea 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Doncel?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Samaná's Doncel neighborhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Marina Puerto Bahía as part of your Doncel travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Doncel?
Based on our traveler data, Bannister Hotel & Yacht Club is one of the top choices for your stay in Doncel. This resort offers a marina and 2 outdoor pools.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Doncel?
Expedia has 34 hotels and other accommodations in Doncel to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Samaná area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Doncel, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Doncel.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Doncel?
For more details about updating your trip to Doncel or cancelling it, click here.
What is there to do in this Samaná neighborhood?
Marina Puerto Bahía is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Doncel. While you're out sightseeing in Samaná, be sure to visit other sights like Whale Museum of Samana or Tainopark.