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Gran Ventana Beach Resort ~ Playa Dorada

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STV Super Specials
What do these rates mean?

* STV Super Specials are STV's usual SUPER Discounted Special rates, GENUINELY and STRICTLY ONLY available for TRAVEL INDUSTRY Employees resident globally, and are classified as an Employee Benefit. (Available to Airline, Travel Agent, Tour Operator, ATC & Airport Handling Agent Employees)

* You must be a Travel Industry Employee and you must be registered with STV (Free) to be able to book our STV Super Special rates.

* Minimum one Travel Industry Employee per room. You are required to present your I.D. / proof of employment on check-in.

* There is no limit to the number of bookings per year you can book (unless stated otherwise)

* Friends and Family cannot book STV Super Special Rates. They can accompany you but must stay in the same room as you (some hotels permit an extra room for Friends & Family and if so this will be stated on the hotel page, but you must always be included in the booking and be staying at the hotel).

* PAYMENT & CANCELLATION: With STV Super Special rates you only need to pay a very small refundable deposit within 14 days of making your booking, or right away if travelling short notice, and the main balance of the booking is paid direct to the hotel, usually on check-in. It is FREE to cancel or amend dates for your booking, often right up to and including the day of check-in, making these rates great for standby travelers (see each hotels payment & cancellation terms). When you make a booking request with STV Super Special rates and it is confirmed, you do not need to go ahead with the booking and can cancel immediately without paying a deposit if you wish.

* Remember STV Super Special Rates are only available for Airline & Travel Industry Employees as an employee benefit and are the lowest rates you will ever find.

MORE INFORMATION

* True Airline & Travel Industry Employee rates are known as ON REQUEST. This means you choose your hotel and Super Special rate and submit your booking request through our website and you will receive a response back from the hotel as soon as possible. Because the rate is so highly discounted, the hotel 1st needs to check if they have enough spare rooms to agree to let you pay these exclusive Travel Industry Employee rates. The hotels will often reply to you the same day but be prepared to wait up to 24-48 hours ~ It's worth it!

* BEWARE of other Interline/Agency companies telling you they offer Genuine Airline & Travel Industry Employee rates with 'immediate confirmation'! This is simply not true, and you are being misled. Hotels need to manually check their availability for Genuine Travel Industry employee rates and this can take 1-2 days. This is why they are known as ON REQUEST rates.

* BEWARE. If other companies tell you your Friends and Family can use the same rates as you unaccompanied, you know they are not genuine Travel Industry Rates! No hotels allow Friends & Families to book genuine Airline & Travel Agency Employee rates unaccompanied, so they are simply selling you rates that are also available to the general public through other channels.

STV have different rates available to Friends and Family to enjoy unaccompanied, they are called STV Direct rates. Because we source such rates in bulk and are the only truly global client and leading company selling holidays to Airline and Travel Agency Employees and their Friends and Family (we have served travel industry employees resident in over 200 countries ~ almost every single country on the planet), we always have the lowest STV Direct rates available anywhere. See STV Direct for these great deals for you and your Family.

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The Best All-Inclusive Puerto Plata Destination

VERY Special Rates for Travel Industry Staff

Read and learn about Gran Ventana Beach Resort and then sample first hand at special industry employee rates. You can then help the hotel and promote and spread the word when you return home.

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Playa Dorada, a gated oceanfront community on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic, is home to Gran Ventana Beach Resort. 

Located directly on the beach, our Puerto Plata beach resort boasts three pools, a kids club and an airy, cool and fresh lobby. We also offer a superb, all-inclusive value for families, couples and group vacations.

Don't take our word for it! See International Flight Attendant Paul Hudspith's views about this hotel on this short video!

Explore Our All-Inclusive Puerto Plata Resort

From a pristine stretch of beach, three distinctive pool settings and endless watersports to complimentary dining and drinks from early morning to late in the evening, there are an endless variety of experiences and activities to enjoy in and around Gran Ventana Beach Resort. And remember, our Puerto Plata resort is all-inclusive, so leave your wallet behind!

Amenities

  • Championship 18-hole Robert Trent Jones golf course (special rates for golf green fees available)
  • Water skiing, parasailing, jet skiing, deep sea fishing, scuba diving, catamaran and banana boats
  • Motorbike rental
  • Premium drinks
  • Beauty salon
  • Spa treatments at Bagua Spa (located at Casa Colonial Beach Resort & Spa)
  • Babysitting services
  • Safe deposit box 
  • Laundry services and dry-cleaning

Available For Additional Fees 

Want to play a round of golf? Interested in trying your hand at waterskiing or deep sea fishing? Or would you like to explore Playa Dorada on a bike or scooter? Then stop by the front desk and ask us to arrange just about any experience

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Rooms & Suites

Overlooking the golden sand beaches of the Dominican Republic’s northern coast, the 506 beautifully-appointed Puerto Plata hotel rooms, junior suites, suites and penthouses at Gran Ventana Beach Resort are a true oceanfront sanctuary. Neatly arranged into three distinct three-story “villages,” all accommodations are framed by charming colonial architecture clad in soft aqua hues, lush lawns, fragrant tropical gardens, fifty-foot palm trees and wonderful sea views. Each Puerto Plata hotel room and suite features a spacious balcony or terrace and select rooms offer uninterrupted ocean views.

From the privacy and tranquility of the more secluded Beata Wing to the livelier Catalina and Saona clusters, we have the ideal Puerto Plata hotel rooms and suites for fun-filled family vacations and romantic couples’ getaways.

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Superior Guest Rooms
Appointed with your choice of one king or two double beds and a private balcony or terrace, our Superior Guest Rooms are the ideal oceanfront sanctuary for romantic getaways or group vacations.

  • Two double beds or one king size bed
  • Balcony or terrace 
  • Individually controlled air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Daily restocked fridge
  • Plasma TV with cable channels
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Voice mail
  • Wake-up service
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe (extra charge)


Relax & Rejuvenate During Your Stay

Guests may also enjoy indulgent spa treatments at Bagua Spa, the world-class spa located at our sister property, Casa Colonial Beach & Spa. A tranquil oceanfront retreat overlooking the beach and Atlantic Ocean, Bagua Spa offers a range of services that include relaxing massages, soothing body wraps and revitalizing aromatherapy and therapeutic facial treatments.

Spectacular ocean views are complemented by a design courtesy of renowned Dominican architect Sarah Garcia. Throughout the state-of-the-art 12,400-square-foot space, principles of Feng Shui — the name “Bagua” is one of the essentials of Feng Shui — have been incorporated to create a luxurious escape, where visitors can find harmony and clarity. Ten private therapy rooms include two couples’ rooms with two-person Jacuzzis and terraces overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Guests may also enjoy private therapies in one of three outdoor oceanfront treatment gazebos set over a tropical pond with soothing waterfalls.

Never A Dull Moment on the Golden Beach

Located on 250 acres on the north shore of the Dominican Republic, Playa Dorada (“Golden Beach”) is a beautifully manicured oceanfront playground featuring a 13-mile stretch of beach, a championship golf course, two casinos, a movie theater and vibrant shopping, dining and nightlife. Guests are invited to explore the countless things to do in Playa Dorada on foot or by riding the romantic horse-drawn carriages that provide service up and down the main avenue.

Below, you find information on the top attractions and things to do in Playa Dorada. If you would like additional recommendations or assistance with planning tours and recreational activities, please see the front desk staff at Gran Ventana Beach Resort.   

Savor Delectable Gourmet Caribbean Fare

Whether you’re in the mood for a sumptuous meal or a quick snack, Gran Ventana Beach Resort has a diverse array of all-inclusive Puerto Plata restaurants. From an elegant gourmet Caribbean restaurant with a warm, hospitable style to a casual poolside café, an al fresco beachfront grill and a romantic candlelight dinner by the ocean, you will find much to savor and enjoy. When it comes to cocktails and light fare, you’ll never be more than a few steps from the seven bars located throughout the resort.
Octopus
Elegant and intimate, Octopus Restaurant offers a refined yet relaxing setting where guests dine on flavorful gourmet Caribbean cuisine. 
Las Almejas Buffet Restaurant
Overlooking the pool and surrounding gardens, Las Almejas features a sumptuous buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  
Sapore Di Mare
Visit Sapore di Mare to enjoy a wonderful range of Italian specialties. Tables are available in the air-conditioned restaurant or on the outdoor terrace. 
Ocean Grill
Nestled between the beach and the resort’s lush gardens and lawns, Ocean Grill is the ideal spot for casual dining with marvelous ocean views. Enjoy an enticing variety of fresh grilled meats, fish and seafood prepared to your preference.  ​

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Amenities

Food & Beverage
All meals, snacks and beverages, including beer, wine and cocktails, are covered by the resort’s all-inclusive package. Additionally, private in-room minibars are restocked daily with beers, soft drinks and water.
Recreation
Daily activities include beach volleyball, table tennis, water polo, aquarobics, Beach Olympics, bike tours and darts. Each day, guests enjoy one hour’s free use of bikes, tennis courts (day and night) and snorkeling, windsurfing, kayaking and sailing equipment. Each guest may also take a one-hour SCUBA lesson in the main pool. 
Entertainment
During the day take part on our learning focused activities for adults and children, get in step with a Merengue lesson, sit in on a cooking or cocktail class, or brush up your language skills with a Spanish lesson. In the evening, there are live shows and musical performances.
Beach & Pools
In addition to one children’s pool and an adult pool with swim-up bar, there is a dedicated beach and a secluded pool located in the resort’s quiet wing. Chaise lounges and towel service are offered for the pool and beach.
Fitness
Maintain your fitness regime in the resort’s gym. Afterwards, enjoy a soothing sauna session to reward tired muscles.
Kids’ Activities and Amenities
In addition to a safe, supervised kids’ club (welcomes children from 4 to 12 years old), the resort provides cribs and rollaway beds for families.

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UPGRADE to SUPERIOR with PREMIUM package (Please select All Inclusive Plus) 

  • Room located in the Saona or Catalina buildings (near to beach).
  • Concierge services exclusively for Premium package clients (for a la carte restaurants reservations and other guest services.
  • Privilege access to the Gran Ventana Vintage Club Lounge serving international beverages and snacks from 8 am to 11.59 pm.
  • Access to exclusive private beach area with Balinese beds and personalized waiter service.
  • Daily turn down service.
  • Superior quality pool towels which are placed in the room and changed during turndown service.
  • Free hotel WiFi code to be provided at check in.
  • Tropical fruit plate in room on arrival.
  • Access to exclusive private beach area with Balinese beds and personalised waiter service.


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