Resort Details
- Las Almejas CafeteriaServes daily buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Ocean GrillFeatures a variety of fresh meats, fish and seafood on the grill.
- Octopus Gourmet RestaurantServes flavorful Caribbean cuisine.
- Sapore di MareOffers delectable Italian cuisine. Guests should make reservations with guest services for the A la carte restaurants.
- Various Lounges/Bars- Cafe Canela, lobby bar
- Coca Bar, beach Bar
- Cano Azul, pool bar
- Pool, terrace bar
- Beach Club Bar
- Tiki Bar
- Superior
Bedding:1 King or 2 Doubles
Occupancy limits - 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total
A maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2-12 are surcharged.- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bathtub/shower combination
- Cable television
- Hair Dryer
- Minibar
- Refrigerator
- Safe
- Telephone
- TV
- Junior SuiteBedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds
Occupancy limits - 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total
A maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2-12 are surcharged.- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bathtub/shower combination
- Cable television
- Ceiling fan
- Hair Dryer
- Minibar
- Refrigerator
- Safe
- Telephone
- TV
- Premium Superior Room
Bedding- 2 double beds or 1 king size bed
Bedding requests are strongly recommended, however are not guaranteed.Occupancy limits - 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total.
Maximum of 2 children through age 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults
- Air conditioning individually controlled in room
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Cable television
- Ceiling fan
- Direct dial phone number
- Hair Dryer
- Minibar
- TV
- Voice mail
- Wake-up calls
- Royal Superior Room
Bedding- 2 double beds or 1 king size bed
Bedding requests are strongly recommended, however are not guaranteed.Occupancy- 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total.
Maximum of 2 children through age 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults
- Air conditioning individually controlled in room
- Alarm clock
- Cable television
- Ceiling fan
- Hair Dryer
- Safe*
- Telephone
- TV
- Wake-up calls
- Superior with Premium Package
Bedding- 2 double beds or 1 king size bed
Bedding requests are strongly recommended, however are not guaranteed.Occupancy limits - 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total.
Maximum of 2 children through age 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults
- Air conditioning individually controlled in room
- Alarm clock
- Cable television
- Ceiling fan
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- TV
- Wake-up calls
- Superior with Royal Package
Bedding- 2 double beds or 1 king size bed
Bedding requests are strongly recommended, however are not guaranteed.Occupancy- 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total.
Maximum of 2 children through age 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults
- Air conditioning individually controlled in room
- Alarm clock
- Cable television
- Ceiling fan
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- TV
- Wake-up calls
- Superior Room VH Premier PackageBedding- 2 double beds or 1 king size bed
Bedding requests are strongly recommended, however are not guaranteed.
Occupancy- 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total.- Air conditioning
- Bathroom amenities
- Telephone
- TV
- Wireless internet connection
- 24-hour front desk
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible rooms
- ATM/Cash machine*
- Babysitting*
- Baggage hold*
- Bell staff/porter
- Children programs
- Children welcome
- Children's play area
- 24-hour front desk
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- Accessible rooms
- ATM/Cash machine*
- Babysitting*
- Baggage hold*
- Bell staff/porter
- Children programs
- Children welcome
- Children's play area
- Concierge desk
- Elevators Not Available
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Game room
- Gift/News stand*
- Golf, Offsite*
- Housekeeping - daily
- Internet services*
- Laundry/Valet service*
- Lounges/bars*
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Safe deposit box*
- Sauna
- Tennis court
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Wakeup service
- Water sports
- Internet Access*
- Wedding package available.
* Fees may apply
- Children's poolThere is 1 children's pool on-site.
- Children's program, onsite
- Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site
- Motorized Water Sports *
- Non-Motorized Water Sports *
- PoolThere are 2 pools on-site. This property has swim-up bars.
- Sauna
- Tennis courtThere is a tennis court with lights on-site.
- Golf *Golf course located within 5 miles of the property.
* Fees may apply
Offering a blend of sophisticated design with the charm and hospitality of the Dominican Republic is Gran Ventana Beach Resort, a sleek, all-inclusive resort resting on the golden sands of Playa Dorada in Puerto Plata. The resort is conveniently located approximately ten miles northwest of Gregorio Luperón International Airport.
Situated along the famed Playa Dorada Beach, this tropical paradise is where magic comes to life. Spend an exciting afternoon on the water windsurfing, or relax by the pool and soak up the brilliant warmth of the Caribbean sun. Enjoy the daytime and nighttime entertainment, take to the dance floor or raise the stakes at the casino for a memorable night.
Gran Ventana Beach Resort commands some of the most premium bars and discos in the Puerto Plata area. The hotel features include one signature restaurant, three à la carte restaurants, a beach club, seven bars, gym, sauna, kids club, two adult pools and one children's pool. Satisfy your palette at the casually elegant Ocean View for your fill of some of the finest seafood cuisine on the island, or try Sapore di Mare for delicious Italian.
Property Information
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
8410 reviews
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Oct 23, 2026Amazing vacation
Both my husband and I are extremely happy with our vacation at Gran Ventana Puerto Plata. The hotel is very clean, and we are impressed with the level of kindness the staff shares with the guests. The resort is not far from the airport, about 20 min to half hour drive. We decided to come to Gran Ventana because our son vacationed there in March for 1 week, and he recommended us to book for our 30th wedding anniversary. We arrived October 14th and stayed 1 week, we should have booked 10 days! Our friends booked the same week with us and all week we had all great things to say about the resort, everything from the food, the staff, the cleanliness and check in was AMAZING! This was our second vacation at the Gran Ventana and will not be our last! We will be returning next year with more friends and will stay 10 days! All in all we highly recommend this resort.
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Oct 16, 2026October 2026 - would give it a 4 🌟
An Honest Review from Someone Who Can’t Afford to Travel Often I really loved this hotel! The resort isn’t too big, which makes it really nice and convenient to walk between the buffet, the beach, your room, and the pool without having to go too far. The staff was a mix of friendly and laid-back, but honestly, it didn’t bother me personally. The beach was super clean, with plenty of lounge chairs and a few umbrellas. The pool was great too, with LOTS of lounge chairs and umbrellas. The room was perfectly fine! I had seen reviews from people saying it looked “old,” but honestly, I don’t really care about that. It was clean and comfortable, and that’s what matters to me. The buffet has a decent variety of food. It’s not endless, and the options can get a little repetitive from one night to the next, but the food was really good, and everything was always well stocked. The Italian à la carte restaurant was really good and cute, and Octopus was delicious too! I didn’t get a chance to try Ocean Grill, but from what I heard, it was really good as well. This is NOT a party resort. There are a few shows, but nothing too crazy. So, if you’re looking to party, I don’t think this is the place for you. The pool area is pretty quiet, with some music and entertainment, but there are also ping-pong, pool, and foosball tables, which are fun when you’re bored. My favorite bar was definitely the lobby bar! Honestly, I would recommend this resort if: * You’re not there to party. * You don’t mind not having themed buffet nights. * You’re just looking to relax and enjoy the sunshine. * You don’t care too much about how fancy or modern your room looks, as long as it’s clean and comfortable. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay! It’s a great option if you want a relaxing vacation without needing a huge, fancy resort with tons of activities. Sometimes, you just want to enjoy the beach, eat good food, relax by the pool, and get your money’s worth!
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Oct 09, 2026Possibly polluted waters of the beach, closer investigation should take place.
Contaminated beach possibly from city sewage. I don’t see these type of green algae normally, only in water waste polluted waters. More investigation needs to take place before making conclusion and steps of mitigation of waste water entering vicinity of the beach or beach itself. 5 years ago I did not see this and water was crystal clear with no green algae growth.
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Oct 08, 2026
Perfect Holiday .
Just to say thank you Osca Lora for another fantastic holiday that me & my wife had at the Gran Ventana on our 50th Aniversiry from the 16th September 2026 til the 30th September 2026. To you Oscar the Perfect Gentleman and Food & Beverage manager Sension all your management team and all the rest of your staff from maintenance /maids/ bar staff/restaurant staff and every one under your control the service and hospitalty we recived from them all made it a excellent holiday the we will nerver forget. Hope to see you again Oscar. Frank & Jacqueline from Scotland.
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Sep 30, 2026
A lot to improve !
Basic things are missing : 1) Some handkerchiefs in the room ; 2) more place where to store your clothes ; 3) Small tables by the beach to put your drinks on ; 4) being on time while opening the restaurant for breakfast, lunch or dinner… Cups and glasses are still not on many tables while the supervisor only minds his smartphone instead of working, even while there is only 40% of occupation rate. Half of your meal is finished before they ask for any other drink than water. Unacceptable while paying toooo much for small service. If it’s possible in all other hotels, then why not here ??? I don’t recommend this place, while having much better options nearby.
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 1:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 18
- General Policies:
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.
Hotel Spring Break Policy - This hotel cannot guarantee a spring-break-free environment.
Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information - Room taxes are included in vacation price.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel. - Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed
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