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Reviews of Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Playa Dorada - Puerto Plata P. Box 56, 57000 San Felipe de Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

#6 of 20 hotels in San Felipe de Puerto Plata

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 368 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free Wifi

    7.6

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  • Reviewed: May 15, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Adults only Room +18
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Food

    Accommodations and location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rain, not their fault lol.

    Great first all inclusive. Very attentive.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 3, 2024

    8.0
    It was a good get away, to be honest I did not have high expectations but to my surprise it was a comfortable short trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Adults only Jr Suite +18
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was very comfortable, and some of the staff was really friendly. Housekeeping did a great job cleaning the room the water was nice and hot always, buffet food was ok could have been better but was not horrible.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room st all

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    8.0
    Overall the stay was nice and relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I thought there would had been a designated smoking area. I not a smoker and you had people coming next to you while relaxing pool side . Then putting the cigar out on the ground next to the pool to get kicked inside the water. For that kept me out of the pool.

    The room and food was very good and first impression are lasting.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing fun time with daughter.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not enough restaurants or nightlife for adults. Too many”members only” places that they tell you about when you book.

    Friendly staff/clean

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2024

    8.0
    Clean / comfortable rooms, good experience for value, amenities are dated, beach and pool were dirty
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Adults only Jr Suite +18
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Amenities seem a bit dated and casino lacks tables games like craps, three card poker, etc. Expect to pay for top shelf liquor unless you become a "member" of their resort program which would grant you access to 'members only amenities,' even if you intend to pay for the adult-only related up charges. I found this quite disappointing as most drinks seemed to be watered down, and the 'membership' upgrade does not appeal to me as there are so many other resorts to explore across the Dominican Republic that already provide these experiences in the base-price. I found the membership and soliciting of this membership to be quite annoying as I already paid for my room and simply wanted to enjoy my stay, not be pushed towards purchasing an upgraded experience after already having paid for an upgraded room. Emotions should strive to ensure guests have an amazing first-time experience with access to as many amenities as possible in order to make the experience everlasting, making it desirable to return. The 'membership' program does the opposite, making it less likely that I return to Emotions. The beach was very dirty with seaweed, and further down the beach, there was a lot of noticeable plastic garbage. We were disappointed at the overall cleanliness of the beach and moreso disappointed to experience the consequences of ocean pollution first hand. We ended up using the beach area nearly a 10 minute walk down the beach which was a much more pleasant experience Lastly, the adults only pool also seemed cloudy/dirty. Although it we know it was treated as we could smell the chlorine when the pool was treated, a deeper cleaning may be necessary. The same could be said for the pools in the tiki area.

    We enjoyed the facilities that Emotions had to offer and the staff was extremely courteous and friendly. We requested our room be cleaned daily and each time the room was left spotless! The food at the buffet was top notch with plenty of local options to try! Emotions did a great job at hosting my cousin's wedding and overall we enjoyed our stay.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Adults only Room +18
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff was very accommodating and welcoming and the food was pretty good for all inclusive resort.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 18, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beach was dirty I could not get in

    The dormitory

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The check in was not in time They didn't do the cleaning one day At the buffet the waiters were a few in compare to the customers

    Location Small Town nearby

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 16, 2024

    7.0
    I was good.
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The edge of the beach was too dirty and the iron table is too I confortable.

    The buffet and the coffee shop.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 14, 2024

    7.0
    Satisfied but more improvement is needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Adults only Room +18
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    More improvement can be made on maintenance of the rooms, especially the air conditioners.

    Hotel was small and easy to navigate. I personally like medium to small hotels.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 4, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Adults only Jr Suite +18
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The drinks where not that good, what mojito’s never had the mint to make them.

    Breakfast was everyday was the same.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2023

    8.0
    Great family hotel with great food and amenities!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Rooms where not complete at the moment of actually going in. No soap, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, etc. We couldn't go into a restaurant the first night. Trying to contact the hotel via phone is a nightmare (Even the Credit Card concierge said it was almost impossible to contact the hotel). There was one particular lady at the reception that when I called (the day that I booked) didn't want to assist me with a request and a change. Amex concierge had to jump in and address the request (thank you Amex!!) It was also pretty packed when I was there.

    I've always wanted to visit this place, specially with my kids. The small pool is a great benefit for parents with kids that are leaning to swim and you want to spend the time with them in a controlled environment.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2023

    8.0
    Good
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The main pool has a smell.

    Confortable room

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 26, 2023

    7.0
    Very nice stay for 2 nights
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not many activities during the day, the drinks were tasteful but the liquor was weak and poor quality, the actual good beer was charged. Could include a little more fish.

    The hotel is small but cute, the pools were beautirful, the room was enough and comfy, food was okey, and the beach snacks restaurant was very good. The staff polite. The night club was okey too. Weren't strick with the checkout hour.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 22, 2023

    7.0
    Average
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Better choice on the drinks

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    What I didn’t like was probably the night entertainment. It was fairly good but could have improved and the variety of food. But overall a place I would recommend!

    The pool was nice and the beach was beautiful! The facility itself is nice and clean. Staff are very friendly and nice! The bar area is thumbs up! The coffee shop is a cute space and the coffee is good! The buffet is pretty good as well. It is a kid friendly resort as well with many activities one can do, which is great! Restaurants are good to!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2023

    8.0
    Was ok
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Fuimos a descansar pero son muy excesivos tratando de vender timeshare o como le llamen ahora ustedes, stop bugging people like that.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2023

    9.0
    Would totally return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    My room didn't have a hair dryer or hand soap. The bed mattress was a bit sagging.

    The food was great. The snack bar was open 10pm-5am, which is super. The beach was nice. The amenities were great. The staff were hospitable too.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Ice cream should be all the time and more sea food.

    the grill at the snack and pizza

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2023

    9.0
    Very confortable and employees are the best
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very good, and the entertainment personal make you feel like family. I really recommended it love it ❤️🙏❤️

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2023

    8.0
    I wake up early to go over at the beach, to have a fun time and feel the even temperature of the beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    The beach and the capacity in the room was very nice and comfortable.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Food selection did not impress me,

    Good attentions. Employee's are really

    Stayed in August 2023

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