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Secrets Playa Esmeralda Resort And Spa
Secrets Playa Esmeralda Resort And Spa
Secrets Playa Esmeralda Resort And Spa
Secrets Playa Esmeralda Resort And Spa

Secrets Playa Esmeralda Resort And Spa Stars Stars Stars Stars Stars

Miches, Dominican Republic

500 rooms in the hotel

500

Rooms*

3 swimming pools at the hotel

3

Pools*

9 restaurants at the hotel

9

Restaurants*

8 bars at the hotel

8

Bars*


Description

Secrets Playa Esmeralda, an adults-only haven, is nestled in a secluded cove in the Playa Esmeralda region of the Dominican Republic. Renowned for its commitment to ecotourism and conservation, this resort will amaze you with its pristine natural beauty. Turquoise waters, vibrant flora, and turtle habitats just steps from the resort add to the enchantment.

This refined and luxurious resort offers elegant suites with private balconies boasting breathtaking views of the ocean or lush gardens. Some also offer direct access to the pool for an extra touch of luxury. The tasteful décor and carefully curated, welcoming atmosphere make it a haven of relaxation at the end of a busy day.

The hotel offers a wealth of choices. Unwind at the Secrets Spa, where revitalizing treatments ($) await you in a serene setting. You can also enjoy the oceanfront pool while taking in the sea breeze, or try some exciting water sports. Indulge in the culinary delights of the specialty restaurants, each promising a unique gastronomic adventure. Evenings are enlivened by carefully selected live entertainment, adding a touch of magic to every moment. Secrets Playa Esmeralda embodies elegance and relaxation, creating an unforgettable romantic atmosphere.

Evaluations

Overall ratings

Ratings explanation

Excellent
81% to 100%
Very good
61% to 80%
Average
41% to 60%
Poor
21% to 40%
Horrible
0% to 20%

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Breakdown of ratings according to each of the criteria

Entertainment
67%

Entertainment

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Overall look
89%

Overall look

10 / 10
4
9 / 10
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Bar(s)
90%

Bar(s)

10 / 10
6
9 / 10
8
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2
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1
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Buffet(s)
85%

Buffet(s)

10 / 10
6
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Room
96%

Room

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11
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Staff
96%

Staff

10 / 10
11
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6
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Pool(s)
85%

Pool(s)

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Beach
91%

Beach

10 / 10
10
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Cleanliness
97%

Cleanliness

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13
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Restaurant(s)
86%

Restaurant(s)

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Reviews

Lysanne R.

Spouse travel, September 15, 2026
90%
Excellent discovery
Excellente découverte

It's a bit far from the airport, but it's worth the trip.

Juste un peu loin de l'aéroport, mais ça vaut le détour

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Entertainment
7/10
Overall look
9/10
Bar(s)
9/10
Buffet(s)
9/10
Room
10/10
Staff
10/10
Pool(s)
7/10
Beach
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Restaurant(s)
6/10

Mounir B.

Spouse travel, September 9, 2026
70%
Below expectations
Inférieur aux attentes

Roughly equivalent to a Bahia Principe in terms of advantages and disadvantages, but at a higher price. Among its positive points are the beautiful beach on days without rough waves or sargassum seaweed, and the à la carte restaurants that don't require reservations. On the other hand, the buffet always offers the same bland menu, the bars lack high-quality drink brands, the gym is basic, and the umbrellas instead of palapas provide little shade on the beach.

A peu près égal à un Bahia Principe quant aux avantages et inconvénients, mais à un coût plus élevé. Parmi ses points positifs, on peut noter la plage magnifique les jours sans gros roulis des vagues ou de sargasses, et des restaurants à la carte sans réservation. En revanche le buffre offre toujours le même menu de nourriture fade, les bars manquent de marques de boisson de grande qualité, le gym est modeste, et les parasols au lieu de palapas sont peu efficaces pour faire de l'ombre à la plage.

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Entertainment
5/10
Overall look
7/10
Bar(s)
5/10
Buffet(s)
3/10
Room
9/10
Staff
9/10
Pool(s)
7/10
Beach
10/10
Cleanliness
8/10
Restaurant(s)
7/10

Nathalie C.

Spouse travel, September 7, 2026
85%
A wonderful discovery, an exceptional site!
Belle découverte, site exceptionnel!

We stayed at Secrets Playa Esmeralda from August 29th to September 5th, in the "Preferred" section, in a swim-out room. We really appreciated the comfort of our room as well as the direct access to the pool. It was a perfect vacation in every way. The grounds are immaculate, very well laid out, and offer a sea view from almost anywhere. The restaurants are good, especially the steakhouse, although I would suggest improving the atmosphere a bit, as it's rather noisy. My partner and I particularly appreciated the staff members, who were all incredibly kind and friendly. It was simply perfect!

Nous avons séjourné au Secrets Playa Esmeralda du 29 aout au 5 septembre, dans la section « Preferred », chambre avec swim out. Nous avons vraiment apprécié le confort de notre chambre ainsi que l’accès direct à la piscine. Ce fut des vacances parfaites en tous points. Le site est impeccable, très bien aménagé et permet une vue sur la mer d’à peu près n’importe où. Les restaurants sont bons, surtout le steak house, quoique j’améliorerais un peu l’ambiance, car c’est plutôt bruyant. Mon conjoint et moi avons particulièrement apprécié les membres du personnel qui sont tous aussi gentils et sympathiques les uns que les autres. C’était Juste parfait!

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Entertainment
1/10
Overall look
9/10
Bar(s)
10/10
Buffet(s)
8/10
Room
10/10
Staff
10/10
Pool(s)
10/10
Beach
9/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Restaurant(s)
7/10

Sophie V.

Solo travel, September 7, 2026
100%
Have a nice trip
Beau voyage

The hotel is new and the location is magnificent, the customer service is excellent with lots of thoughtful touches. The beach is very natural with a protected area for turtles. There are still plenty of opportunities for long walks. Access to the neighboring Dreams hotel offers a variety of dining options.

Hôtel neuf et le site est magnifique, le service client est excellent avec plein de petites attentions. La plage est très naturelle avec une zone protégée pour les tortues. On peut tout de même prendre des grandes marches. L’accès à l’hôtel d’à côté le Dreams permet de varier les restaurants.

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Entertainment
8/10
Overall look
10/10
Bar(s)
10/10
Buffet(s)
10/10
Room
10/10
Staff
10/10
Pool(s)
10/10
Beach
8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Restaurant(s)
N/A

Marlène C.

Spouse travel, September 5, 2026
85%
Swimming pool and beach
Piscine et plage

We paid for the Club Préférence to stay in a more upscale area, thinking the clientele would be as well. Unfortunately, the pool bar was overcrowded and noisy. Alcohol flowed freely, and the shouting was excessive. We thought they would eventually leave, but no: the new arrivals were just as bad. We won't be returning to Punta Cana for this reason. Another negative point: the sargassum seaweed. I understand the problem, but the hotel isn't equipped to collect it. We were told it was to protect the turtle eggs, but I don't believe it, since they're located at the top of the hill and not in the tide pool. As for the hotel itself, it's beautiful, and the food is exceptional. However, I don't really see the point of paying for the Club Préférence. The only real advantage was the exclusive restaurant, but the other restaurants in the resort are better. In addition, the standard site already has a pool for entertainment and another quieter one, which helps to avoid the noise that we disliked.

Nous avons payé pour le Club Préférence afin de séjourner dans un espace plus haut de gamme, en pensant que la clientèle allait aussi l'être. Malheureusement, il y avait trop de monde bruyant au bar de la piscine. L'alcool coulait à flots et les cris étaient excessifs. Nous nous disions qu'ils finiraient par partir, mais non : les nouveaux arrivants étaient pareils. Nous ne retournerons plus à Punta Cana pour cette raison.Autre point négatif : les sargasses. Je comprends le problème, mais l'hôtel n'est pas équipé pour les ramasser. On nous a expliqué que c'était pour protéger les œufs de tortues, mais je n'en crois rien, puisqu'ils se trouvent en haut de la butte et non dans la marée.Quant à l'hôtel, il est magnifique et la nourriture est exceptionnelle. Cependant, je ne vois pas vraiment l'intérêt de payer pour le Club Préférence. Le seul véritable avantage était le restaurant exclusif, mais les autres restaurants du complexe sont meilleurs. De plus, le site standard dispose déjà d'une piscine pour les animations et d'une autre plus calme, ce qui permet d'éviter le bruit qui nous a déplu.

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Entertainment
N/A
Overall look
10/10
Bar(s)
10/10
Buffet(s)
5/10
Room
10/10
Staff
10/10
Pool(s)
5/10
Beach
3/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Restaurant(s)
10/10

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