Located in Puerto Plata, Peninsula Esmeralda Luxury Hotel & Villas is next to a golf course and on the beach. Taíno Bay Cruise Port and Playa Dorada Golf Course are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cofresi Beach and Playa Costambar. Amber Cove and Fort San Felipe are two other places to visit that come recommended. Windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
Puerto Plata (POP-Gregorio Luperon Intl.) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
Rodizio - 18 min walk
Bellini - 15 min walk
Cosmopolitans Martini Bar - 12 min walk
The Blue Parrot - 10 min drive
El pilon - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Peninsula Esmeralda Luxury Hotel & Villas have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Peninsula Esmeralda Luxury Hotel & Villas?
As of Nov 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peninsula Esmeralda Luxury Hotel & Villas on Dec 7, 2026 start from CA $131, excluding 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 Peninsula Esmeralda Luxury Hotel & Villas pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Peninsula Esmeralda Luxury Hotel & Villas?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Peninsula Esmeralda Luxury Hotel & Villas?
Check-out is at 1:00 PM.
Where is Peninsula Esmeralda Luxury Hotel & Villas located?
Located in Puerto Plata, this beachfront villa is next to a golf course and within 2 mi (3 km) of Cofresi Beach and Playa Costambar. Taíno Bay Cruise Port and Amber Cove are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Peninsula Esmeralda Luxury Hotel & Villas Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was our second time staying here and it was just as beautiful and wonderful as the first time, we met some amazing and wonderful people and the staff and owner were incredible.
We had a wonderful experience especially with the staff and owner of the property. We met amazing people and the views were incredible. Definitely a great place to stay!
The property is heaven, the view is amazing the serenity, peace and comfort is unique, The people are very friendly, kind and always willing to help and guide you, I highly recommend Villas Esmeralda in puerto plata is a paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte
Feb 23, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Truly a Diamond in the rough, a must place to stay. The Villas are incredibly beautiful, clean and spacious. The owner and staff are just wonderfully polite and accommodating. The owner plans on opening a Tapas type restaurant on the property this will just enhance the stay at this beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Daniel
Apr 23, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
This could be a great place for certain situations, make sure you know what situation you want
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Ashley
Feb 28, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful space! I loved the exclusivity of the place & the quiet it provided. Breakfast was delicious (highly recommend that passion fruit juice) & Lordy did everything he could to make sure needs were met (food, a massage that came to me).
Very private, problems were handled in a very reasonably timed manner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Engels
Aug 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was amazing, the host welcomed us and was very friendly and helpful. Gave us an upgrade to the bigger villa. Host is very responsive and gives you diving advice and location. Would definitely recommend this villa.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Michael
Apr 27, 2026
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The place is still under construction at some spots. Do not expect all to work and no beach access
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Albert
May 26, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Deceptive location indicated on website! It's a room in a big cluster of villas, definitely not a hotel, no gym not coffee machine in room, TV only 40 inchec, not 55" as advertised, wifi does not cover the far side of the backyard!
So far from anything, over 8 minutes on golf cart just to get to any amenities, like restaurant and stores, or public beach with sand, nice seaside villa, but the thin patch of sand is off a deep crippling-drop cliff!
Only saving grace is the friendly staff.
Lovely property and infinity pool but….. noisy guests playing loud music in the property kept me up until 1 am some nights, and someone helped themselves to (or in other words, stole) my 6 pack of beer that I put in the community fridge. The concierge replaced the beer, but my experience was not as great as before because of the noisy and disrespectful guests staying at the property.
Hi, I cannot say enough excellent things, but I guess if I had to start at the top, I would say I took a taxi from the airport and I showed up at this amazing place and when I stepped out of the car, somebody greeted me by name and I was so confused and he looked at me and he said excuse me do you speak English because I was so stunned. I was like who could possibly know me here…. And that’s how I was treated…. like family. It was amazing! I feel like the listing doesn’t do it justice what this is like is staying at a friend’s mansion! This is not at all a hotel. It’s a friend’s place an amazing friends place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Tran
Feb 2, 2026
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff, especially Lordy, was very polite and helpful. The pool was beautifully situated by the pools with a view of the sunrise. The sunset was at the front of the hotel, but we were lucky to have a lovely cloud formation in the back of the hotel (see picture… praying for World Peace 🙏🙏🙏).
The hotel is remote so we took taxi to restaurants and other places. Sometimes, Lordy drove us 💜.
The room was spacey but needs some cleaning (dust on ceiling, fan, and furniture).
The kitchen and common area is beautifully designed and decorated, but there were roaches in the kitchen, which took away the serenity of the place.
The cove rocks in the back of the hotel were nice to watch the waves💜, but need major cleaning from trash🙏🙏🙏.
I hope my feedback is helpful to improve this beautiful hotel. We met the very kind hotel owner. We will definitely come back to stay at this lovely hotel💜.