VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort - All Inclusive

4.0 star property

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Caribbean cuisine
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
5 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar, beach bar
Lobby

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
Playa Dorado, P.O. Box 22, Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata, 57000
  • Playa Dorada Golf Course
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Playa Dorada
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Embassy of the United States Dominican Republic
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Puerto Plata (POP-Gregorio Luperon Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(100 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Puerto Plata

Located in Puerto Plata (Playa Dorada), VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort - All Inclusive is a 4-minute walk from Playa Dorada Golf Course and 11 minutes by foot from Playa Dorada. .This all-inclusive property is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Fun City and 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Embassy of the United States Dominican Republic.

What's nearby

  • Playa Dorada Golf Course - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Playa Dorada - 1 min drive - 0.6 km
  • Malecón De Puerto Plata - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Embassy of the United States Dominican Republic - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Puerto Plata Cable Car Base Station - 10 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Gregorio Luperon Intl. Airport (POP) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Mercado Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sakura Restaurante Japonés - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Iberostar Costa Dorada Lobby Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gran Ventana Beach Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪MAURO’S - ‬5 min drive

About this property

VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort - All Inclusive

On beach with 2 outdoor pools for sandy fun near Playa Dorada Golf Course
VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort - All Inclusive offers 506 accommodations with free minibar items and safes. Rooms open to balconies. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 11 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 506 guestrooms featuring free minibar items and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a sauna. Additional features at this property include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
This property is all inclusive. Rates include meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.

Satisfy your appetite at Las Almejas, one of the property's 4 restaurants. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 5 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A shuttle from the hotel to the airport is complimentary (available 24 hours).
Guests are offered a complimentary buffet breakfast. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Las Almejas - Overlooking the pool and garden, this buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Octopus Gormet Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in Caribbean cuisine.
Sapore di Mare - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine.
Ocean Grill - This restaurant specializes in seafood.

All-inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
In-room minibar (some restrictions)
Limited gourmet or à la carte dining

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorized water sports, land activities, and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Snorkeling
Windsurfing

Land activities

Tennis
Tennis lessons
Volleyball
Access to golf course

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Dancing
Language

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free airport drop-off shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 4 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Las Almejas
  • Ocean Grill
  • Octopus Gormet Restaurant
  • Sapore di Mare

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free cot
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 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
Children under 11 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 434 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darilis Perez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Impressed with how well organi
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We did a snorkel and scuba experience it was great. The resort is clean the staff is AMAZING. This was our first time to the Dominican Republic and we enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Always good better for the older crowds
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jovanesia Chumney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and the property was clean and spacious and very well kept. I would be going back too this location. Love it 10/10
Good entertainment
Nice food
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Desiree

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've been going to all-inclusive resorts for 20 years and this is by far the most disappointing one. Cons: Far, uncomfortable drive from the STI aiport Beata building was outdated, mildewy, and far away from anything fun & the beach Had to make dinner reservations for the 3 (subpar) restaurants DAYS in advance Pool towels could take 1 hour to be ready sometimes Tennis courts says open daily 8 am - 7 pm but we only saw it open ONCE in 5 days Drinks took FOREVER to come at the buffet, we would be done eating by the time they arrived Pools were not clean Limited shows (pretty much just watched guests sing karaoke every night) Drinks were not strong and not very tasty, just ended up not getting a buzz and hurting our stomachs Food was among the worst I've ever had and you had no option other than the buffet for breakfast, lunch & dinner because of the reservation issue Billiards table & ping pong closed early everyday even though that is all there was left to do Bars were only open 10 am - 12 am Housekeeping would take hours to get to your room and spend 1 hour inside that you could not enter during No clubs or any type of nightlife No kids foods (chicken tenders / mac n cheese, anything for picky eaters) Pros: Show/activity staff was very friendly and fun Convenient swim up bar Gym on site (limited hours) Beachfront property with easy access A/C in room was crispy cold Bartenders would fill your insulated tumbler or any cup you brought
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Domingo

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and property well keep
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I found
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mery

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very nice, easy access to pool and beach. Food was very good and room was clean. Had a great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

ALFREDO, Santo Domingo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Outdated room and bathrooms. In contrast, varied food and good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Food was very good and taste good. Staff was very friendly. I would recommend this resort to anyone. Easy access to the beach. Once again staff was outstanding very helpful and friendly. Rooms service was good, and rooms were very clean. Great environment to spend some relax time with friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jae

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service and kind welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlette, Thunder Bay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In my opinion, one of the best hotels in the Puerto Plata area. It is well maintained and cared for, kept clean, beautiful and well designed, lots of comfortable areas to hang out, the rooms have good sound proofing, love the balconies, rooms have enough space for clothes, hangers included. Lots of hot water for showers, rooms have a small fridge and a safe. Nice newer tv's with a variety of channels, a few English. The main pools area is spacious and beautiful, and there is a quieter pool in the adjacent building. The inclusive menu is varied with a good variety of meat, fish, veg, local fruits, a pasta and pizza station, and lots of tasty desserts. The beach area is nice, with a few snorkel spots with some beautiful fish. The property is right next to a professionally designed golf course, a plaza with some nice stores, and an interesting bar where one can watch hockey games in the evening. I love the staff at GV. They are all very, friendly and helpful. Muchas gracias!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

bernard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have been to GranVentana 8 times already. Reasons being a beautiful beach and the food quality. Prior to this resort other resorts had below average quality food.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nevine

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Terrance

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I did not find anything unique about the resort. The small bars were very good, however, there was a need for more chairs at bar side. Many of the food cuts were tough to chew. The breakfast servings were good.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Sonia

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was not accommodating at all. Paid for 3 people in the room only provided 2 towels. Had to call front desk multiple times before they finally came to provide towels and water. The “mini bar” is a joke. They do not have an iron in the room. You have to ask for an iron then they make you walk to the front desk to get it yourself. They expect you to bring it right back. I have never stayed at an all inclusive resort that made me walk back and forth with an iron. Then they made me tell them how long I was using it for and they provided broken irons. The food was not good. You have to make reservations but you can’t do it till your second day there. And then you can’t a reservation for that day. So that means out of 4 nights I was there I had to eat at the buffet all meals for 2 whole days. The room only had one outlet in the room and one in the bathroom. You can not charge multiple phones at the same time. We had to have our phones in the bathroom at night. That is very inconvenient. Small resort and for older people. Our experience was terrible and will never stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025