Overview
For relaxation and a great time this is the place to be. Take a stroll along the beach, through the lush gardens or bask under the sun by the pool. This is an ideal vacation spot for couples and families.
Check in
3 p.m.
Check out
12 p.m.
Rooms
528
Inclusions
- Daily activities
- Round-trip airport transfers
- Intro scuba lessons in the pool
- Online or mobile check in available
- All taxes
Rooms
- 1 king bed, or 2 double beds
- No more than 4 guests in the room
- 1 king bed, or 2 double beds
- Minimum 1 adult, maximum 3 adults
- No more than 4 guests in the room
- Ceiling fan
- A/C
- Bathrobes
- Coffee maker
- Hair dryer
- Iron/Ironing board
- Mini-bar
- Room service
- Safe
- TV
- Balcony or Patio
- 1 king bed, or 2 double beds
- No more than 4 guests in the room
- 1 king bed, or 2 double beds
- Minimum 1 adult, maximum 3 adults
- Maximum 3 children
- No more than 4 guests in the room
- A/C
- Bathrobes
- Coffee maker
- Hair dryer
- Iron/Ironing board
- Mini-bar
- Room service
- Safe
- TV
- Balcony or Patio
Premium location close to the pool and beach area.
- Aromatherapy in the room
- Turndown Service once per stay
- Beach Sandals
- Nespresso Coffee Machine
- Concierge Service
- 1 king bed, or 2 double beds
- No more than 4 guests in the room
- 1 king bed, or 2 double beds
- Minimum 1 adult, maximum 3 adults
- Maximum 3 children
- No more than 4 guests in the room
- Balcony
- Living room
- A/C
- Bathrobes
- Coffee maker
- Hair dryer
- Iron/Ironing board
- Mini-bar
- Room service
- Safe
- TV
- Balcony or Patio
- Aromatherapy in the room
- Turndown Service once per stay
- Beach Sandals
- Nespresso Coffee Machine
- Concierge Service
- 1 king bed, and 2 double beds
- No more than 6 guests in the room
- 1 king bed, and 2 double beds
- Minimum 2 adults, maximum 6 adults
- Maximum 4 children
- No more than 6 guests in the room
- A/C
- Bathrobes
- Coffee maker
- Hair dryer
- Iron/Ironing board
- Mini-bar
- Room service
- Safe
- TV
- Balcony or Patio
- Welcome amenities
- Toys for children
- Bathrobes for adults and children
- Minibar stoked with juices
- Playstation on request
- Microwave on request
Amenities
Pool
Pool
Pool
Aerial view
Beach
Aerial view
Pier
Pier
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
Lobby Bar
Buffet
Nightly entertainment
Star camp
Star camp
Star camp
Fitness centre
Basketball court
Tennis courts
Watersports
Spa
Wedding
Wedding
Bubble Pool
Bubble Pool
Location
Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
Iberostar Selection Hacienda Dominicus – Great Beach, Service, but Serious Health Concern
leobV9047HM (Buffalo Grove, Illinois) on Dec 26, 2025
This is not my first visit to Hacienda; I was here 10–12 years ago a couple of times. While I love Royal Beach in Punta Cana, I have to admit that there is nothing better than the beaches of Bayahibe (La Romana): beautiful white sand, minimal wind, warm and clear water. I know guests who have been coming to this resort for 10 years in a row. There are a lot of spots/activities for kids, but I'm not reviewing its. Service We arrived around 3:00 PM after a 7:00 AM flight. The first impression was not great due to construction near the entrance, but the reception staff, especially Jose, quickly changed that by finding us a comfortable room that matched our preferences. For the rest of our stay, service from the staff was consistently excellent. Location & Lodgings The resort is directly on the beach, about a one hour drive from PUJ. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and very well maintained. Peacocks, ducks, and geese roam freely, adding extra charm. The older two and three story buildings have been fully renovated while keeping their original character (note: no elevators). Rooms are modern, clean, and comfortable, with very good beds and linens. The layout allows you to walk under cover to restaurants, pools, and the beach in case of bad weather. Food & Bars The main buffet is very good, with fresh, tasty food and a wide variety of dishes. The French à la carte restaurant was excellent and worth highlighting, while the other specialty restaurants were less impressive. Everything was very clean, and staff were attentive. There are plenty of bars with mostly local and some imported drinks; the cocktail quality is good and the bartenders are friendly. Pools & Beach There are several large pools, including one with a swim up bar, plus many sunbeds and shaded areas. Even in high season, the pool areas did not feel crowded. The beach is the best part of this resort: pristine, very well maintained, with an enormous number of shaded spots. No seaweed, clean and clear water, fine white sand, and almost no rocks – perfect for swimming. The swimming area is large, with zones of different depths, and the beach feels secure and generally very clean, with no disturbance from vendors. Entertainment The entertainment team does a great job, especially on the beach. In the evening, there is music, dancing, and small shows or concerts in different areas of the resort, creating a lively but not overwhelming atmosphere. Serious Drawback – Illness Unfortunately, there is also a serious downside. Many guests, including my wife, several friends, and myself, experienced stomach problems with vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. In most cases it lasted 24–48 hours, but for elderly or medically fragile guests this could be a serious issue. My personal suspicion is that the problem may be linked to the drinking water system. Iberostar has switched from bottled water to on site purified water stations where guests refill glass or reusable bottles. You must press and hold a button while filling the bottle, which means if one sick person uses the station, there is a risk of contaminating the button area and, indirectly, other guests’ bottles and hands. If you fill a bottle in the morning and take it to the beach, the water can smell off by the end of the day in the heat. Based on other online reviews, similar issues seem to be reported at multiple Iberostar properties in the Dominican Republic. Conclusion: The resort, beach, and staff are excellent, and under normal circumstances I would gladly return. However, the recurring stomach illness issue is serious and, in my view, needs to be addressed at a systemic level before I could fully recommend this hotel, especially for older guests or those with health problems.
Wonderful Christmas vacation!
mischristy9 (Pensacola, Florida) on Dec 26, 2025
Wonderful week. The beach is beautiful. The food was very delicious especially Christmas eve we had lobster and crab legs in the buffet. Staff all attentive and friendly. Only suggestions I can make is they need pool side servers. Beach service was excellent. Our housekeeper was so friendly and did a wonderful job every day. We would recommend and will return. Thank you Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus!
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