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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Carretera Sanchez-Samana, Km 5, Samaná, Samana, 0
  • Place, Marina Puerto Bahía
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Samana Bay
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Cayacoa
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Samana (AZS-El Catey Intl.)
    ‪76 min drive‬

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Mountain View | Living area

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ocean View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ocean View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ocean View

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ocean View

  • Marina view
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Ocean View | Living area

Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Ocean View

  • Marina view
  • 134 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Ocean View

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Marina view
  • 134 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Samaná

With a stay at Bannister Hotel & Yacht Club in Samaná (Doncel), you'll be steps from Marina Puerto Bahía and a 5-minute drive from Tainopark. .This family-friendly resort is 8.7 mi (14 km) from Cayo Levantado and 24.1 mi (38.8 km) from Rincon Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Marina Puerto Bahía - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Samana Bay - 12 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Playa Cayacoa - 12 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Samana Zipline - 32 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Playa el Valle - 40 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Las Americas Intl. Airport (SDQ) - 161 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobby Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Santa Bahia - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Santorino - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Royal Snack - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Timon - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Bannister Hotel & Yacht Club

Bannister Hotel & Yacht Club offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include single sofa beds and dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Accommodations at this 4.5-star resort have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Samaná resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

A marina and a health club are featured at the resort. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 7 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Make yourself at home in one of the 20 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Your bed comes with premium bedding, and all rooms are furnished with single sofa beds. Rooms have private furnished balconies. 32-inch LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor pools and a health club. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a hair salon. Guests can catch a ride on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 5 km.
Enjoy international cuisine at Ocean club, one of the resort's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this resort consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Ocean club - This poolside restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Le Deauville - This restaurant serves breakfast and brunch. Open daily.
La Regatta - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 km
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • La Regatta
  • Le Deauville
  • Ocean club

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Sail boat
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Spelunking
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Dining table
  • Free children's club
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 7 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • Lift (152 centimetre wide door)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Single sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 32 per pet, per night

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 66 lbs per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls, an off-leash area, and litter boxes are available

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

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 220 per vehicle (one way)
  • Pet fee: USD 32 per pet, per night
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Bannister Hotel

Bannister Hotel Samana

Bannister Samana

Hotel Bannister

Bannister Hotel Yacht Club Samana

Bannister Hotel Yacht Club

Bannister Yacht Club Samana

Bannister Yacht Club

Hotel Bannister Samana

The Bannister Hotel Yacht Club

The Bannister Hotel

Hotel Bannister by Mint Resort

Hotel Bannister by Mint Samaná

Hotel Bannister by Mint Resort Samaná

Bannister Hotel & Yacht Club Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 372 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marvens

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it 😍
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana, Moscow

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is perfect:)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Royersford

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was absolutely amazing. Quiet, beautiful view, can't beat that pool!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Ana Carolina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at night and the room they assigned was humid and therefore smelly. They changed us to a smaller room but the smell was more pleasant. After dinner at one of the lovely restaurants -which by the way have a fantastic female bartender-, we requested a corkscrew, since there was none available in the room and we are still waiting for it -even when we approved an in-room corkage fee of US$10- our grand reserve Malbec is still uncorked. The next day we scheduled a massage at the spa, no robes, no slippers no hangers or lockers and one sided massages for 30 mins. No shower available afterwards. Great facilities, level of service should improve.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great space. Aging a bit but over all the beat place in samana.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Greivin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hice salida anticipada por un tema personal - pero la noche que estuve, se fue la electricidad en múltiples ocasiones, tratamos de irnos esa misma noche, pero la carretera es muy oscura - en general buena vista, habitaciones viejas - no logré dormir bien, por los apagones
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danilsa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Súper amable, súper bello es mi segunda vez y no me defrauda nunca
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alfonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, amazing ocean blue as well the marina. Staff very nice and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Bruno

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a 5 stars for sure

Room not ready for check-in at 6pm. Waited until 8pm and was given a room which AC wasn’t working, not mentioning zero upgrade or anything else after this mess.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Franchesca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Thank you for the service- the staff was kind, however, we were a bit disappointed with the stock of items. Things on the menu were not always available or in stock and the minimart was always out of juice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place blew my mind! Is amazing the hotel is beautiful and very well kept, the staff is friendly and professional and the views are fantastic! The food at the Italian restaurant was really good too. I would not only go again but invite my family and friends to come as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdulwahab El Haj, Santiago

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 3rd time visiting Puerto Bahia and 3rd time at Bannister, and i would always stay at Bannister and recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelent
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beautiful. The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. Perfect Forrest and relaxation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

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

Loved it

Highly recommend! There was a bit of a confussion with our reservation and we were given an upgrade, a couples massages and 10% discount in our meal fot the inconvenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariely

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fue un viaje de pareja y disfrutamos al máximo mi esposo dice que es un lugar que nunca va a olvidar, el confort, el lujo, todo, te sientes top. Un ambiente muy romántico y a la vez familiar. Desde que llegas siente la calidez y amabilidad de sus empleados, el chico del checking es muy amable creo que se llama Ame (o algo parecido) me dieron la opción de hacer late check out y nos vino muy bien ya que pudimos disfrutar un poco más. El trato en el restaurante italiano 5/10 La pizza muy quemada y muy subida de sal El mesero no esperaba bien a que le ordenáramos algo del menú y se retiraba sin uno terminar de pedir. Una locura total. Por lo demás 10/10 la piscina infinita NOS FASCINÓ. Suele estar vacía desde la mañana como hasta las 12 del medio día ya en la tarde es más concurrida. El desayuno 10/10 todo delicioso, meseros muy amables y atentos.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel staff clearly made the stay a must come back experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025