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Villa Serena

3.5 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Yoga
Outdoor pool
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$393
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Samana, Las Galeras, Samana, 1
  • Place, Playa Grande
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, La Playita Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Rincon Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Samaná

At Villa Serena you'll be 2 km (1.3 mi) from La Playita Beach and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Colorado Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a private beach and a restaurant. .A day of pampering can include massages, facials and mani/pedis. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool along with access to boat tours and kayaking. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Samaná hotel include Fronton Beach and Cayo Levantado.

What's nearby

  • Playa Grande - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • La Playita Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 km
  • Colorado Beach - 18 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Rincon Beach - 23 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Samana Bay - 47 min drive - 32.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea Scape - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Bodeguita - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brassa del Mar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Japones Asia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Langostino De Oro - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Villa Serena

Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Simply step outside to unwind on the hotel's beach. At Villa Serena, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa or have fun in the sun with activities such as snorkelling and kayaking.

There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Samaná hotel.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Villa Serena offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 20.48 for adults and USD 16.38 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkelling
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 20.48 for adults and from USD 16.38 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 200 per room (one way)
  • Air conditioning fee: USD 10 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
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
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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Villa Serena
Villa Serena Hotel
Villa Serena Hotel Las Galeras
Villa Serena Las Galeras
Villa Serena Hotel Samana, Dominican Republic
Villa Serena Hotel
Villa Serena Las Galeras
Villa Serena Hotel Las Galeras

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Villa Serena?

Villa Serena offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Serena?

As of 31 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Serena on 29 Jan 2026 start from AU$392.61, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Villa Serena?

Yep, Villa Serena has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Villa Serena?

Yep, Villa Serena is a short 9-minute walk from Playa Grande. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and kayaking. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Villa Serena?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Villa Serena. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments.

Does Villa Serena have a pool?

Villa Serena has an outdoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Villa Serena?

Villa Serena features a private beach, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.

What makes Villa Serena a romantic place to stay?

A private beach, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Villa Serena.

Is Villa Serena family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a private beach, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Villa Serena is a hit with families.

Does Villa Serena serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa Serena?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Villa Serena?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Villa Serena's onsite restaurant that serves Caribbean cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Villa Serena?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Villa Serena Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 111 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy, Santa Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unbelievably beautiful and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Katy

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

Relax to the Max

Such a beautiful property! The restaurant was delicious. yoga was amazing. A perfect place to relax. Everyone was helpful and kind. The only disappointment was that there is no beach to enjoy. When the tide is out there is a small patch of sand. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dalien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

mara, Santo Domingo

The views are amazing .. the rooms need some updates .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great beach location and property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ERIC

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

Best Choice in Las Galeras

Hotel Villa Serena is the best choice for an amazing stay in Las Galeras. Anyone is a fool who doesn’t visit this incredible part of the Dominican Republic, and this hotel offers comfortable rooms, great views, and a great location to explore the best beaches in the entire Caribbean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Edward

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Small walk to town; property is beautiful. Our rooms a bit dated, and we couldnt figure out the shower to get hot, water barely came out. The instructions, seemed outdated, so the buttons didnt work. One of our rooms A/C leaked the last night, all of our bags that we left on the floor and also the Chair. luckily our passports werent damaged. I expected a credit or our troubles, but none was offered. Front desk wasnt always staffed so couldnt get bottled waters or ask for help with the A/C; Food was great and Bar staff friendly. The grounds and iew are absolutely beautiful. Would return again though
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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

Very nice hotel in Las Galaras

Lovely location right on the water, with a great beach (la Playita) a short 10 minute walk away. Complementary yoga in the morning was a highlight. Town unfortunately has way too much noisy and polluting traffic as is the case throughout Samana peninsula, but the hotel is super nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Armando

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Excelente ubicación, servicio al cliente, deben mejorar la limpieza de las sabanas.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It has a great view of the ocean which creates a relaxing environment. Staff is very friendly and cordial. The room has a relaxing decoration as well great view of fhe ocean and the small cayo which is right in front of fhe property. If anyone is looking for quiet/tranquil plave in Las Galeras this is the right place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I just enjoyed staying there!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular location. Gorgeous property. Good restaurant and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El personal de restaurantes es súper amable. La propiedad es muy linda y súper tranquila
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

William joel

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

Paradise

Wonderful secret place. Villa Serene is a very spectacular property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was sad to arrive after dark and leave in the morning after only one night! What a beautiful property. The rooms are spacious, everything was clean, staff were very helpful. The food was good and reasonably priced, and the restaurant staff were extremely friendly and accommodating. The only improvement I could see is that some soft furnishings - throw pillows etc. - looked like they could use replacement or cleanable covers (maybe they can be/are cleaned but it was hard to tell). Can't wait to return next year!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jairy

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

Excelente beach front property

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Iris, Elmont

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sound of the ocean while I slept
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

hernando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice and pleasant environment but I feel that managerial supervision needs to be enhanced
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zaida

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular views. Excellent customer service, spacious rooms, and very serene environment.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

2/10 Terrible

Charlie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No A/C, no towels for the pool, terrible manager, nobody speak english
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has the best location in Las Galeras, near to all beaches and a walk from the village. Service was excellent. Enjoyed the restaurant and local dishes, exquisitely prepared. No TV and reliable wi-fi. For a wonderful experience away from crowds and a spectacular view, I consider Villa Serena highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021