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Gaia Residence

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and beach bars

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Gaia Residence, near Playa Dorada Golf Course, offers 36 holes, two beach bars, a poolside bar, cycling options, and a spa with deep-tissue massages. Enjoy free in-room WiFi and an on-site shopping mall for a complete experience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, first-run movies

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, first-run movies

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Exclusive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, first-run movies

Exclusive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, first-run movies

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, first-run movies

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Calle las Palmas #1, Urbanizacion Buenave, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata, 57000

What's nearby

  • Long Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cosita Rica Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lorilar Ranch - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Camacho Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Isabel De Torres National Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Gregorio Luperon Intl. Airport (POP) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Big Lee’s Beach Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Zona Acapella - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Esso Tiger Market - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ibero bar - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Gaia Residence

Family-friendly hotel near Malecón De Puerto Plata
Located close to Playa Dorada Golf Course and Playa Dorada, Gaia Residence provides free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and 2 beach bars. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a poolside bar and a shopping mall on site.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Bike rentals, express check-out, and smoke-free premises
  • A front-desk safe, a water dispenser, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and first-run movies, as well as perks like pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Other amenities include:
  • Frette Italian sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels and first-run movies
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of DOP 1,000; reservation required

Things to do

  • 36-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • First-run movies

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: DOP 15
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 18 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit is payable by PayPal and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: DOP 15 (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal: DOP 1000
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 18 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Gaia Residence Hotel
Gaia Residence Puerto Plata
Gaia Residence Hotel Puerto Plata

Frequently asked questions

Does Gaia Residence have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:30 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Gaia Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Gaia Residence?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of DOP 15 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Gaia Residence?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gaia Residence located?

This family-friendly Puerto Plata hotel is located near the airport, within 3 mi (5 km) of Malecón De Puerto Plata, Playa Dorada Golf Course and Playa Dorada. Fun City and Pico Isabel de Torres are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Gaia Residence Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful place to stay, hosts were friendly & welcoming, food was amazing, bed was super comfortable- highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

andre

Great stay. Great staff. Very safe and everyone was so friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

SEAN ALLEN CROSBY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay in Puerto Plata

It was a very comfortable stay and I would like to thank our hosts for their hospitality. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone who is traveling to Puerto Plata.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful hotel and room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Osvaldo

Liked: Amenities
Coustomer service make you feel af home
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

The hosts were so so nice and helpful! I would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this property was so clean and everybody was so nice. Breakfast was delicious. The room was clean and the property was easy to get to. They even send us through WhatsApp places where we could go visit and place where we could go to eat when I go back to Puerto Plata, I will be definitely staying in Gaia Residence.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely little hidden gem, slightly off the beaten path, but close enough to the heart of Puerto Plata to still be convenient. The hotel is bright and welcoming, and the rooms are spacious, comfortable, and clean. The area is safe and walkable to shopping and numerous dining options, and the beach is a 25 minute walk away. The owners are wonderful people who genuinely care about the comfort of their guests. They provided lots of great information about the area, and they were very responsive to our needs and requests during our stay. To top it all off, they serve a delicious daily breakfast. We can't recommend Gaia Residence highly enough!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxed & rested

What a lovely hotel. Owners on site, great communication from the start. Amazing breakfast. Recommendations for restaurants, activities, taxi service given. Room felt just like home. Super spacious, comfortable, modern decor, great AC + fan, sofa to watch movie on TV wt streaming apps & fast Wifi. Felt well rested. Restaurants, grocery store and more in walking distance. Super secure, in gated neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliezer

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente lugar en Puerto Plata, buena ubicación, buena limpieza en la habitación, el personal muy amable y atentos y el desayuno muy surtido.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Manuel valdes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel muy lindo con personal muy atento, el desayuno muy bueno . Sin duda volvere pronto!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jürg Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Suite 5 Gaia Residenz

Wir haben es sehr genossen im Gaia , einziger Minuspunkt war das der Schreibtisch als Möbel für den Fernseher benutzt wurde und daher schlecht zu gebrauchen war. Suite 5
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

yrva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très bon endroit...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolute recommendation!

Brand new house, all is in best condition. The gated community is in construction, so: the streets are still unpaved (but this is no issue). The location, a bit outside the city but still in walking distance, is good (one is fastly out of the crowded city). The rooms are very spacious, the breakfast is individual (and great), the staff fantastic - I will come back if possible!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gangadhar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Marina and her husband was great, staff is good. So welcoming place. I will definitely staying here again. Only the road is not up to mark. Overall best place.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lianela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was so clean and the staff very kind. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value for money

Excellent service, bedroom, bed, breakfast, in a quiet neighborhood. I would recommend to family and friends
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Marina the hostess was charming and knew English. The room was spacious, nicely decorated, and clean. The breakfast was tasty and plentiful. Truly a great value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great costumer service, clean property, excellent room. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gaia - Awesome stay!

This little gem is awesome! It's a family owned business. Has all the amenities, private pool, free breakfast & WIFI, Netflix, Flat screen TV, maid service excellent, food excellent. Quiet and relaxing in a great location in gated area. A must for anyone! I will be back! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Grata sorpresa, todo excelente!

Excelente servicio por parte de los anfitriones, las habitaciones son amplias, cómodas y muy limpias, debo decir que ame la regadera del baño! El desayuno excelente con variedad de opciones: huevos, jugos, café, fruta, pan, todo de buena calidad y muy higiénico. Muy buena ubicación cerca de Playa Dorada, el lugar muy tranquilo y seguro. Excelente estancia en general!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Diplogrunt

Hosts are wonderful and very helpful. Very clean, excellent service, and great breakfast. Very close to the malecón and food seafood restaurants. Bed was a bit hard.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

BettyB, Miami, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are very nice hard working individuals. The place is spotless and the breakfast was delicious. The cappuccino was too good, and the Continental/Dominican breakfast was delicious. Betty B from Miami
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020