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( 809-240-6884;
www.casasdelmarneptunia.com
;
Av Emilio Prud'Homme; s/d incl breakfast RD$1600/
1900; )
New hands-on Canadian owners have whipped this humble abode into a charm-
ing little oasis of hospitality and calm. Homey and quiet with 12 large, airy rooms, it lacks
some of the privacy of others on the same street, but makes up for it in value - your pesos
will rarely go this far in Las Terrenas.
Casa Robinson
( 809-240-6496;
www.casarobinson.it
; Av Emilio Prud'Homme; s/d/tr RD$1300/1400/2000; )
Set in
leafy grounds down a side street a block from the beach, this hotel offers privacy on the
cheap. Fan-cooled rooms in the all-wood buildings are simple and clean and have little
balconies and patios. Though Italian-owned, it's run with a smile by Dominicans. It's a
family-run place where any type of debauchery is not appreciated.
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Hotel Residence Playa Colibrí
( 809-240-6434;
www.hotelplayacolibri.com
; Playa Las Ballenas; apt for 2/4/6 incl breakfast from
US$89/ 179/269; )
One of the last hotels along this stretch of Playa Las Ballenas,
Playa Colibrí is a good option for those seeking peace and quiet. Regardless of the room
layout you choose, all 45 apartments are spacious and good value with fully equipped kit-
chens. Split-level apartments are especially good for families. Each has a terrace that
overlooks a pool area and meticulously manicured gardens; breakfast can be served on the
tranquil stretch of beach across the road.
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La Dolce Vita
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( 809-240-5069;
www.ladolcevitaresidence.com
; Calle 27 de Febrero; r per night/month US$90/$1610;
)
The apartments at this aqua-trimmed Caribbean plantation-style seafront
complex are good long-term rentals.
Eva Luna
( 809-978-5611;
www.villa-evaluna.com
; Calle Marico, Playa Las Ballenas; villas for 2/4 people
US$120/220; )
A paragon of understated luxury, these five Mexican-style villas
come with fully equipped kitchens, gorgeously painted living rooms, and terraces where a
delicious gourmet breakfast is served. The bedrooms are a bit cramped, but the serenity
and exquisite decor more than make up for it. The romantic villas all face a quiet pool and
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