Río San Juan

Amanera

An AMAN hotel. Rialto is a Virtuoso agency and can provide VIP access and offers.

The fact that Amanera offers Hispaniola’s most refined stay is evident from a mile away. That’s the length of Playa Grande, the immaculate beach that fronts this sanctuary resort. The glass-and-teak main house highlights nature’s artistry, as do the 24 Casitas and two-bedroom clifftop Casa; most accommodations feature pools facing the sands. Take a jungle trek, get a seaside massage, or sip Mojitos at the Beach Club, then puff a hand-rolled Dominican puro in the Cigar Lounge and learn the rhythmic sways of Merengue. Rees Jones renovated the adjacent Playa Grande Golf & Ocean Club, touted as “the Pebble Beach of the Caribbean.”

Auto 5 Carretera Rio San Juan, Cabrera, CP 33300 Río San Juan, Dominican Republic
Amanera
One offer
4th Night Free
Stays until Mar 17, 2027

About Amanera

Insider tip

Immerse in nature with adventure options such as surfing, walks & hikes, horseback riding, deep-sea fishing, kayaking and SUP. From January to March, witness the humpback whales from our coast.

In the hotel’s own words

Located on the north coast of Dominican Republic, Amanera overlooks the golden sands of Playa Grande beach and the Atlantic Ocean.

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Accommodations - Amanera’s 24 one-bedroom Casitas dot the lush coastline with unobstructed ocean views. Most with 30-foot swimming pools, overhanging eaves shade expansive terraces with outdoor dining/lounging areas, while inside, the floor-to-ceiling glass doors lead to rooms specially positioned to maximize views. Twin Casitas (2 connecting casitas) accommodate large families or group of friends. The two-bedroom Bay View Casa enjoys two master bedrooms under the same roof with panoramic views of the ocean and Playa Grande beach, a 60-foot infinity pool and a private footpath down to the sand.

Wellness - The Wellness Casa at Amanera features three treatment rooms, while therapies can also be enjoyed in a beach cabana or en-suite. Inspired by the shamanic healing traditions of the Taínos, therapists combine Caribbean plants and herbs with enriching natural blends from the Aman Skincare range. Amanera’s holistic approach encompasses a menu of massages, facials, scrubs and wraps. Restore your spirit with Meditation, Breath Work or Pilates private sessions.

Dining- Amanera’s dining venues showcase seasonally sustainable ingredients from Dominican Republic combined with international techniques. Surveying the sea from the clifftop at Casa Grande, the Restaurant caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner, complemented by a laid-back lunch spot at the Beach Club at the water's edge. Enjoy a custom-made experience inspired by worldly gastronomies designed to honor tradition and celebrate diversity while capturing worldwide flavors. Amanera also offers a Mashgiach Temidi based on the property to extend the highest Kosher food & beverage experiences with a fully equipped Kosher kitchen, available most of the year, with an additional fee.

Family - From expeditions into the protected tropical jungle led by naturalists, to private watersports classes tailored to all abilities, Amanera ensures younger guests can get the most out of the local landscape and culture. Explore nearby knitted mangroves, hike through the jungle in search of creatures great and small or try your hand at a range of culinary and craft classes, from pottery making to inspiring sand sculpting. Accommodation options ensure privacy and space for families of all sizes. Amanera provides thoughtful amenities to ensure comfort for all guests of all ages, from infants to adults.

Golf- One of the most spectacular golf courses in the world, Playa Grande Golf & Ocean Club is a 7,085-yard layout including ten holes played directly on the coastline — the remaining holes offer spectacular views of the ocean and the dramatic mountain range. The 18-hole course, designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr, and renewed by his son, Rees, is complemented by an untraditionally casual dress code.

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  • Daily breakfast for two per bedroom
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
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Rooms and suites

6 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Size
1Casita
Offering ocean views, each Casita opens onto an extensive 159m2 terrace which includes a sheltered dining area.
818 ft²
2Hill Casita
Lofty ocean views · Bedroom area with king-size bed · Living area · Bathroom with skylights and sliding door for privacy/view
3Pool Casita
Lofty ocean views · Private swimming pool · Bedroom area with king-size bed · Living area · Bathroom with skylights and sliding door for privacy/view
4Bay View Pool Casita
Bay views · Private swimming pool with ocean views · Bedroom area with king-size bed · Living area · Bathroom with skylights and sliding door for privacy/view
5Amanera Casita
The finest ocean views on the property · Private swimming pool with spectacular views · Bedroom area with king-size bed · Living area · Bathroom with skylights and sliding door for privacy/view
62 Bedroom Bay View Casa
Ocean and beach views · Private swimming pool · Expansive sundecks and terraces · 2 free-standing bedroom pavilions · King-size beds · 2 ensuite bathrooms with dual showers and oversized tubs · 5 bathrooms · Living room · Dining room · TV room
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Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

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