For a visiting person, Juan Dolio is a small classic resort town stretching along the sea coast. All that here a fairly wide strip of good beach and a couple of roads, one of which connects many hotels and villas located a few meters from the beach area, and the other part of a modern highway. There is no active traffic flow in the area of Juan Dolio. So both roads have been mastered by tourists, using them for hiking and horseback riding, jogging and cycling.
Juan Dolio beaches
The beach area stretches along the entire Juan Dolio city. You can walk along the coast for a long time, breathe in the sea air and admire the beautiful landscapes. Clean fine sand, tall palms and an exciting blue sea distance suggest a lost paradise and persuade you to stay here as long as possible. The sea in the Juan Dolio beach area fenced off from high powerful waves by an artificial breakwater, which is actively explored by corals, and after them starfish, sea urchins, colorful coral fish and other underwater animals. Therefore, snorkeling and diving lovers will not be bored here. Experienced divers, who feel confident at a depth of 20-30 meters, will find it interesting to dive to the shipwreck Tanya V.
In the coastal zone, the bottom is not deep, you can comfortably relax on the beach with your kids. The only drawback of the public beach that in some places it difficult to enter the water without special shoes because of the corals growing on the bottom. But you can also relax on the beaches belonging to hotels – the bottom there guaranteed to be clean. A few meters from the beach there are hotels, restaurants, eateries and bars, as well as souvenir shops. So, vacationers do not have any problems with lunch or buying souvenirs.
Sightseeing and entertainment in Juan Dolio
The small town attracts supporters of a quiet relaxing holiday under the shade of beach palms and lovers of active pastime. Here you will find everything you need for golf and water sports. You can have fun with children at the local water park.
Los Delfines Water & Entertainment Park
Los Delfines the largest water park in the Dominican Republic, where not only tourists but also locals like to relax, especially the residents of Santo Domingo, since it very convenient to get here from the capital. The park has many exciting rides with towers and slides, a wave pool, as well as attractions that simulate rafting and surfing. The children’s pool is equipped with three fun slides. The pool bar offers refreshing drinks, while the restaurant offers a good meal of grilled fish, chicken breast, pizza, sandwiches, various salads and snacks.
Opening hours: from 10:00 to 18:00.
Cost: from RD $ 1,7,900 ($ 40).
Address: Carretera Guayacanes, Juan Dolio.
Phone: 18094751124.
Official website: www.losdelfinespark.com
Dream casino
Dream Casino is a small cozy casino where you can fulfill your gambling desires by betting some money on roulette or playing Black Jack. Lovers of slot machines will also find entertainment to their liking. Friendly staff, free cocktails for players, a bar and a pleasant general atmosphere promise casino guests a good time and a memorable evening.
Address: Carretera Juan Dolio, Juan Dolio.
Official website: www.dream.com.do
Los Marlins Golf Course
Los Marlins is an eighteen-hole golf course set in a scenic location. Lovers of this aristocratic sport can stop here for a few days to enjoy the game. Beginners are given the opportunity to take several lessons. On site there a hotel with a swimming pool, as well as a restaurant with excellent cuisine.
Cost: RD $ 2,900 ($ 65) per day.
Address: Metro Country Club, Las Americas Highway, Juan Dolio.
Phone: 18095263315.
Guavaberry Golf & Country Club
Guavaberry Golf Country Club, located on the Caribbean coast and surrounded by rainforest, is a prime location for leisure, business meetings and professional conferences. All conditions have been created for this on the territory of the club: a club house with restaurants, bars, meeting rooms, as well as a swimming pool, tennis courts and, of course, a luxurious golf course among exotic nature.
Address: Autovia del Rste Km 55, Juan Dolio.
Phone: 18093334653.
Official website: www.guavaberrygolf.com.do
Crazy horse ranch
Crazy Horse Ranch offers interesting horseback riding excursions around Juan Dolio, during which tourists enjoy the fresh air, beautiful natural locations and communication with the locals. If you are vacationing with children, take them with you on an excursion – children are offered pony riding at the ranch.
The duration of the excursion is 2 hours.
Cost: RD $ 1,570 ($ 35).
Address: Boulevar de Juan Dolio, JuanDolio.
Phone: 18097530203.
Excursions, places of interest near Juan Dolio
Rest in Juan Dolio can easily be combined with interesting trips over short distances from the Juan Dolio city, fortunately, there is where to go and what to see there. Firstly, do not forget that the capital of the Dominican Republic not far away – you should definitely visit there, see historical sights and go shopping in the capital.
Nearby is the Boca Chica resort, which may be of interest to water sports enthusiasts. For divers, the unique La Caleta underwater park with three wrecks and an organic underwater world is recommended. Surfers will love the Caribe beach with its high waves and adequate infrastructure.
In some 15 minutes’ drive from Juan Dolio there is a small port town of San Pedro de Macoris. It is known as the birthplace of the Dominican Republic baseball team. But this city also the historical center of the legendary Barcelo rum. There is even a Rum Museum, where you should go on a promising excursion. In the museum, you will listen to a fascinating story about the development of rum production in the Dominican Republic, and then you will be given the opportunity to taste several varieties of this strong drink. There, of course, a shop at the museum where the variety you like can be purchased at an adequate price.
Cave of Miracles
If you drive a little further along the highway from San Pedro de Macoris towards La Romana, you can find the Cave of Miracles, where interesting excursions are also arranged. The gloomy tunnels of the deep cave are decorated with ancient rock paintings of the Taino Indians. It especially interesting for children here.
Excursions to the picturesque Catalina and Saona islands in La Romana are also popular. This can be especially true in winter, at the height of the mating season for humpback whales, which so interesting to watch.
How to get to Juan Dolio
Juan Dolio’s proximity to the capital’s Las Americas airport determines the ease with which you can reach it – just 30 minutes by bus or taxi. From Santo Domingo itself, the ride is not much longer – about 45 minutes. It will take the same amount of time to travel to Juan Dolio from La Romana. Tourists heading to Juan Dolio from Puerto Plata should be prepared for the four-hour intercity bus journey.
Juan Dolio Restaurants
In the late afternoon, a stream of townspeople and tourists flocks to the busy streets of Calle Principal and Boulevar de Juan Dolio, where most of the city’s popular restaurants are concentrated. Delicious Caribbean, Italian, Mediterranean cuisine, pleasant atmosphere and cool evening air not the worst way to end another day of relaxation at a tropical resort.
El Meson
El Meson is a cozy restaurant with a wide varied menu, including traditional Mediterranean cuisine and a large selection of seafood. Delicious paella, delicious chicken in aromatic sauce and much more – it’s impossible to resist. Sometimes in the evenings there is live music in the restaurant, creating a romantic atmosphere.
The restaurant is open late.
Address: Carretera Nueva, Juan Dolio.
El sueno
El Sueno is a popular outdoor Italian restaurant. The menu includes seafood, pasta, meat dishes, a variety of salads and appetizers, as well as a huge selection of great pizzas. A good place for dinner or a friendly chat over a cup of excellent coffee.
Address: Calle Principal, Juan Dolio.
Phone: 18095263903.
Sal Marina Restaurant
Sal Marina Restaurant is a small, cozy restaurant with a beautiful original interior that creates a relaxing atmosphere. Restaurant guests have the opportunity to taste delicious Caribbean, Latin American, American, European, Italian and Spanish cuisine. There also an excellent selection of wines.
Address: Calle Boulevard, Plaza Castilla, JuanDolio.
Phone: 18095261220.
Juan Dolio Accommodation
The hotel business in Juan Dolio is on a grand scale. There are plenty of opportunities to book a room in an expensive luxury hotel by the blue sea or stay in a budget guesthouse. Most of the hotels are located along the sea coast, not far from the beach. Some hotels may have their own section of the beach.
Xeliter Marbella Juan Dolio ****
Xeliter Marbella is an elite hotel with four hundred beautiful comfortable apartments, located in a quiet, beautiful location. The hotel has its own beach, very clean and well maintained, as well as a swimming pool, spa, fitness center, restaurant and cocktail bar. Guests have free Wi-Fi and a kitchenette. Babysitting services are available for families with children. Excellent friendly service and a cozy atmosphere allow you to have a great rest.
Room rates: from RD $ 14,000 ($ 311) to RD $ 26,700 ($ 593) per night.
Address: Boulevard Interior, Villas Del Mar, Juan Dolio.
Plaza Real Resort ***
Plaza Real Resort is a budget hotel located on one of the main streets of Juan Dolio and surrounded by a rich infrastructure: restaurants and shops are located nearby, the beach is literally across the street. Rooms have a kitchenette and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a swimming pool, tennis court, spa, restaurant, bar, business center and conference room. The rooms are served by courteous multilingual staff.
Room rates: from RD $ 1,570 ($ 35) to RD $ 2,600 ($ 58) per night.
Address: Avenida Boulevard, Villas Del Mar, Juan Dolio.
Albatros Club Resort
Albatros Club Resort is an inexpensive hotel with 160 rooms, providing the opportunity to relax in a quiet and peaceful environment. Cozy rooms with free Wi-Fi, a pool and a restaurant with good food are available to guests. The hotel employs qualified multilingual staff.
Room rates: from RD $ 1,940 ($ 43) to RD $ 3,460 ($ 77) per night.
Address: Avenida Boulevard, Villas Del Mar, Juan Dolio.
