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Whala!boca Chica

4.0 star property

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Blackout curtains
Scuba diving, snorkelling, windsurfing, beach volleyball
Blackout curtains
Pool
2 restaurants; dinner served

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Avenida Abraham Núñez, Boca Chica, Santo Domingo, 1111
  • Place, Boca Chica Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Nautical Club of Santo Domingo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Malecon
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santo Domingo (SDQ-Las Americas Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Captain Club

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Adult

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Boca Chica

An all-inclusive stay in Boca Chica awaits you at Whala!boca Chica. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find Boca Chica Beach and La Matica Island. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include 2 restaurants, a winery and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, La Caleta - A la Carte, is open for dinner. Enjoy the free kids' club, gym and outdoor tennis court as well as access to rowing/canoeing. Other amenities include spa services and free use of bicycles. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Boca Chica hotel include Assembly Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses and Zona Franca de San Isidro Industrial Area.

What's nearby

  • Boca Chica Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nautical Club of Santo Domingo - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Dream Casino Be Live Hamaca - 17 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Assembly Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses - 26 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Malecon - 31 min drive - 37.6 km

Getting around

  • Santo Domingo (SDQ-Las Americas Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Puerco rosado - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bocana Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Palmares - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pequeña Suiza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Boat House - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Whala!boca Chica

Whala!boca Chica is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

A winery is on site. Whala!boca Chica offers its guests an outdoor tennis court, a fitness centre, and complimentary bicycles. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

There are 3 meeting rooms available. Spa services, a terrace, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the family-friendly Whala!boca Chica.

  • 8 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Winery on site
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Bar or lounge
Guest accommodation at Whala!boca Chica offers blackout curtains.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Coral Buffet Restaurant
  • La Caleta - A la Carte

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Gym
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • Windsurfing
  • Winery

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free children's club
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

More

  • 8 buildings

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Policies

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club.

We should mention

  • This hotel caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Don Juan Beach
Don Juan Beach Boca Chica
Don Juan Beach Resort
Whala boca Chica Hotel
Don Juan Beach Resort All Inclusive Boca Chica
Don Juan Resort
Whala boca Chica
Whala!boca Chica Hotel
Whala!boca Chica Boca Chica
Whala!boca Chica Hotel Boca Chica

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Whala!boca Chica?

Whala!boca Chica offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Whala!boca Chica?

Yep, Whala!boca Chica is a short 4-minute walk from Boca Chica Beach. Fun beach activities include volleyball, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Whala!boca Chica?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer spa services.

Is Whala!boca Chica family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, supervised childcare and a playground, it's no surprise that Whala!boca Chica is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Whala!boca Chica?

No, Whala!boca Chica does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Whala!boca Chica?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

Whala!boca Chica Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 436 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 436 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 436 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 436 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 69 out of 436 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

lory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Proprio sulla spiaggia, mare eccezionale

Sorveglianza ovunque , sconsigliato uscire se non per gite organizzate , spiaggia pulitissima solo davanti a questo resort , cibo ricco e abbondante...ora un mio consiglio : non prendete bevande con ghiaccio!!! Esperienza colorita
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

I loved it. Beach front. the food was delicious..open bar, so i drank ALL DAY.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

André

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fui enganado pela Expedia.

Reservei o Hotel Don Juan Beach Resort e qual é minha surpresa quando chego ao hotel? O Hotel estava fechado para reforma. Não recebemos nenhum comunicado da Expedia. Fomos orientados por uma pessoa não identificada do hotel a procurar um outro hotel próximo. Chegando lá, localizaram nossa reserva, porém um hotel horrível, sujo, comida ruim e atendimento ruim com quartos totalmente mofados. Contratamos diária com internet free e neste hotel ofereciam apenas 1 hora de internet por dia em um local perto da piscina que não funcionava. Eu minha esposa fomos enganados pela expedia.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ignacio

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pretty basic hotel. Very limited all inclusive concept. wifi service was very bad. it was my first time at Boca Chica and I don't think I will stay in there any other time
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Not bad for the price

From what I read from prior reviews the hotel was exactly as described. When we arrived however they advised they hadn't received our reservation but 10 minutes later they found it. The amenities were average and it is right on the beach which was very nice and it's located in the heart of Boca chica. They had sufficient security so we felt safe while staying at the hotel. The beds were a little firm but it was okay for one night. I would stay here again but probably wouldn't if it were more than 2 days.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Nice hotel nice location on beach

I had all inclusive package. I ate breakfast everyday during my stay here food was alright, after a few days I ate dinner at millionare resturant further down on beach with locals and other tourist because I wanted change of food.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anonymouse

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

It's a good enough hotel for a relaxing weekend

This hotel is good enough if you're not a snob. My original room was definitely going to be very bad. The AC did not work in that room and they put me into the "El Capitain" suite and it was much, much better. If the AC had worked in my unit, I would have upgraded the original room because it was definitely below my standard. The food that is included was actually very good, many options. A lot better than I've had at other all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean. The beach at Don Juan isn't the prettiest beach, but no worries, you can walk next door and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant next door and the beach is much better. It's amazing how much the beach changes in just a few hundred feet. They are very relaxed next door, you can bring your drinks from Don Juan, but honestly, everything is so cheap you dont even need to. The downside to DR is the beach peddlers...they are relentless and plentiful. It really does take away from the beauty of the place; however, you have to remember--these people live in poverty so be forgiving, understanding and polite. The area around the resort is not very safe. Definitely not safe at night, but I'm a large risky guy and did both. At one point, I did have to pay Polica in exchange for them leaving me alone. If you want to go out at night, this is the kind of stuff you might run into anywhere in the Dominican Republic. Use it for a weekend beach getaway, rest up and skip trying to find nightlife.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing staff and very accommodating every time I come here
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing but accessible beach hotel

Upon arrival the staff at the reception needed to reconfirm our reservation although it was made over a week before arriving like if in their system they did not had the reservation. I had to pay USD 7 fee that I was not aware that I needed to pay. The reservation was made requesting ocean/pool view and the room was facing another building. The room had a humidity smell. The TV did not work. There were no entertainment shows. Our room neighbors had teenagers who were making a lot of noise. The beach was beautiful but had lots of sea ​​plants which can make the time at the ocean less pleasant for some people. The food was abundant and tasty. It is near (9km) to the airport and to Santo Domingo (30min driving).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Maria

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
l'hotel è pari a un 2 stelle italiano, non bisogna avere molte pretese né in merito alla ristorazione né in merito ai servizi, in camera non sempre arrivava l'acqua e tanto meno quella calda, comunque lo staff cerca di risolvere le problematiche, anche in merito al cibo quando mancava qualcosa su richiesta la fornivano. Quella che merita lode è la posizione dell'hotel in Boca Chica, direttamente sul mare e sulla Duarte, strada principale e a due passi dalla fermata dell'autobus per la capitale. La spiaggia non è strettamente privata, nel senso che passano gli ambulanti e chiunque altro ma la vigilanza dell'hotel è molto attenta. Il problema è il paesino di Boca Chica che ogni anno regredisce, diventando sempre più squallido.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They Can't speak English, too many kids on beach.. resort was old needed remodeling... only 1 pool for kids always full... balcony door didn't have lock on... wasn't happy and will not go again... food was horrible
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Gualbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

reasonable place

Had a very pleasant time at the hotel. Everyone were courteous. Service was good. the beach was excellent. We had no complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Not enough to do there, animationteam perfect only from Thursday till sunday the rest of the week quilt. The must repair a lot pff thinks but they didn't. Cleaning in and arround the swimmingpool is bad condition. When you want to do something else you must travel a while . Disco in the hotel , nothing to do and in Boca Chica die the rest only ome other disco
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La pase muy bien, mejor de lo que esperaba, me buscaron una habitación con una vista estupenda y mejor de lo que imaginaba, en general muy bien, quede complacida.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente Hotel

Un lugar muy lindo .una playa hermosa y excelente hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay before/after flying into SD. The surrounding area is a little sketchy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

unhappy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

View was beautiful room was clean and welcoming

People at resort would not wait on us until their own were waited on horrible service with waiters also others,were asked before us white folk_ surprised in this day and age venders on beach were,all over u everyday had to go to our room to have a uninterrupted conversation
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

On the beach but lousy food

Hotel accommodations are good but all inclusive dinning and drinks need much improvement. The food was stale and not very tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pharoah

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Someone Save Don Juan Resort

I used to love this place. Has an excellent location would have good activities every night to entertain guests and buffet was decent. All has changed. The food is iffy the entertainment is minimal and the costs has actually went up compared to four years ago. The price charged would be ok if the service was the same but something has happened and its not good for the guests. The lobby service is horrible. Takes 30 minutes if your lucky just to check in even if there is no line. I'm hoping this can be turned aroma nd they need new mananagement fast. Guests pay to get checked in and enjoy the beach not to waste half the vacation day for the check in process and waiting while you take a phone call every two minutes. . It's actually rude.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Diver

Basic accomodations by the beach

Location = Great Food = Disappointing, but plenty Staff = OK Bed = Firm Toiletries = None Drinks = Always Flowing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Did not like the surrounding. Not secure area

Just getting to the hotel was scary. Would not recommend, people following tou and asking for money. You cannot leave the hotel premises.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Lingling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
near sea, bien
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Agradable

Estuvo bueno lo único no hay mucha variedad en la comida y no tiene mucho restaurante
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good!

Very good! Just the food is not that good.... When u travel you want to try different plates and tasteful.. but food is a 2 out of 5.. overall, staff are really good and decent.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

dogmom5

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible experience, disappointed.

Description deceiving. Booked Captain Suite with ocean View. Room, not prepared for guest. Very noisy. No beach towels, stocked mini bar, wash cloths, nor WiFi in room. Food was not good. Drinks were very small and watered down. The (public) beach has beggars and solicitors.