Is the a doctor in the complex?
There is a doctor's surgery in the resort complex. Consultations are to the account of guests.
Can medicines be bought near the hotel?
Nearby local drugstores offer a delivery service during business hours.
Is the resort complex adapted for the disabled?
No, it is not. However, the hotel is equipped with some facilities for the disabled.
Do I need to vaccinate myself against any illnesses before traveling?
You do not need any vaccinations to travel to the Dominican Republic. However, it is advisable to follow the recommendations issued by the authorities in this matter.
Can I suffer any kind of food or water poisoning?
There is no chance of suffering this kind of poisoning inside the hotel complex. Great care should be taken with food, as well as with ice and drinks outside the resort. It is advisable to always have bottled drinks.
Is there anything I will not find in the hotel?
All kinds of basic products and local souvenirs can be found in both the hotel as well as in the resort to ensure your stay at the hotel is as pleasant as possible.
What kind of clothing should I bring?
Generally speaking, summer clothing and a swimsuit. In addition, the hotel has a dress code to access some of the restaurants, requiring that men wear long trousers and sleeved shirts for dinner.
What type of sunscreen should I bring?
It depends on the person's skin. However, it is advisable to have sunscreen with a high protection factor, as the sun is very strong in the Caribbean, especially in the summer months.
What products can be bought there?
The hotel has some shops, where a wide variety of products can be bought. In addition, in Pueblo Príncipe, a small shopping center located in Samana, guests will find many of the brands commonly found in Europe and the United States, as well as products little known to tourists.
What are the typical customs?
The Dominicans' most typical custom is dancing the Bachata and Merengue in bars.
How are tourists treated?
Dominicans are very friendly and always treat tourists well. It is advisable to take some precautions outside the hotel if you do not know the area, as there is a risk of finding yourself in a dangerous situation, as can occur in many other places.
What is the country's currency?
The official currency is the Dominican Peso (RD$)
What currency is it advisable to take?
The most advisable currency to take is the US Dollar, which is accepted in most shops and is also needed to pay tourist taxes, as this currency has recently been established as the only valid one for payment of said taxes. In any case, currencies can be exchanged at reception, where a bureau de change service is offered, and in the banks located in Samana.
Is there an ATM nearby?
There are ATMs in the town of Samana.
What products can be bought there?
The brands commonly found in Europe and the United States can be found in the shops in Pueblo Príncipe, a small shopping center inside the hotel. There are shops in the town of Samana that sell products unknown to tourists.
Where is the nearest shopping area?
The town of Samana, although you can also go to the town of Las Terrenas.
Can the town center be reached on foot or is a vehicle needed?
Given that the distance between the jetty where the boat from Cayo Levantado island docks and the center of Santa Barbara de Samana is considerable, a vehicle is needed to go to the center of town. We recommend going by taxi.
What are the shopping center hours?
The hotel shops are open practically all day, as are the shops in Pueblo Príncipe, where you can additionally enjoy a disco, casino, snack bar and an evening show, depending on the program.
Is bargaining normal when you go shopping?
Bargaining is normally done in establishments that are not shops with set prices.
Can cigarettes be bought in the hotel or nearby? How much do they cost?
They can be bought in the hotel. Depending on the brand, cigarettes cost between 115 and 130 pesos.
