Hotel Bannister by Mint
About this resort
Luxury resort with 3 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools Along with 3 restaurants, this smoke-free resort has a marina and 2 outdoor pools. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free valet parking are also provided. Additionally, a full-service spa, 3 bars/lounges, and a health club are onsite. Hotel Bannister by Mint offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 4.5-star resort have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. 2 outdoor tennis courts, a marina, and a health club are featured at the resort. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a fitness center. Children under 18 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.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Gym / Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Samaná Province
Resort in Samaná Province
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen / Kitchenette and more
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Reviews
4.3/5.0
Excellent(292 Reviews)
3.0
The hotel is somewhat driving distance to meet local places (if you feel comfortable driving around). Our room definitely needed to be attended, none of the electrical outlets worked, no hot water in the shower, and the kitchen needed definitely to be replaced- stove completely full of rust, bathroom sink cloth up. We reported these items. Comfortable sofa, mattress somewhat hard, specious space, great balcony but overall the hotel was ok. Small pool, good marina and service was ok!
10.0
Lovely hotel off the beaten path. It's located 10 minutes away from Samana, in a private residential complex and marina. Completely self-sufficient: there is a laundry, minimarket, several bars and restaurants on the premises. Only one caveat: there is no beach in the property. However, the pools and sea swimming area (not exactly a beach), and proximity to beautiful ones more than make up for it.
Food in the restaurants is world-class, and while service may be on the unfinished side, the staff's attitude more than offsets it.
While dining at the Beach Club restaurant, was lucky enough to be treated to a group of humpback whales breaching, jumping out of the water, and overall having fun. It was an unexpected yet beautiful moment.
Overall, loved this hidden jewel, and will surely recommend it as much as I can, until I can return to it in the very near future.
8.0
Awesome.
10.0
very good hotel,
clean safe and relaxing.
8.0
It’s a great hotel but you can’t walk to town and a taxi cost USD$40 for a round trip to town on a 15 minutes one-way ride
8.0
Remote and in need of lots of maintenance
3.0
Every time we come it gets better and better. This is a quiet and homey place to stay. The marina provided a picturesque view, making the stay quite enjoyable for water enthusiasts. Yelaine at the reception stood out with her exceptional hospitality, ensuring a warm welcome and addressing any inquiries with a friendly demeanor. Her attentive service added a personal touch to the overall positive impression of the hotel.
5.0
Everithing was ok, but there is not a beach.
The sea area for swimming was dirty and there was no one to clean it.
Despite everything, it is a beautiful place that I recommend visiting.
5.0
It is our second visit to the Bannister, the service is excellent, the staff is pleasant and helpful, and it is one of the best hotels in the Dominican Republic.
5.0
Beautiful oceanfront hotel with excellent facilities and superb service.
5.0
the service was exceptional, the staff very friendly and helpful. They provide a personalized treatment and do not leave any detail out
3.0
In the middle of nowhere , no uber or easy form of transportation. Overall beautiful hotel
5.0
Pretty quiet and beautiful views.
5.0
Super
1.0
Please don’t go this hotel. I thought those pictures of the beaches were at the property or near by because they said property Amenities, but they are hours away, I immediately ask for a refund and they talk to Expedia what I used to book the hotel, Expedia said the hotel denied the request. Lose my money and I didn’t use the property. Also the bar don’t have a crew the need to send someone and basically they nothing you can do at this place, I’ll advise you to go to las Terrenas and you wil find a lot more options.
2.0
The problem began with check in. I booked a king size bed overlooking the marina. The first room was a double bed. The second room with a king size bed overlooked the parking lot. The third room was perfect and then I was informed it was a $100. more per night. Fourth room had construction above but I was promised the deck would be cleaned and jacuzzi filled the next day. It wasn’t .
The real problem is with the management that has not trained the staff very well . A beautiful setting but a lot of service issues.
4.0
The property has a good location and has great restaurants
5.0
Beautiful place, with aqesome views, excellent service!
5.0
I loved the Infiniti pool and all the friendly people
5.0
First class facilities and professional friendly staff.
5.0
The Bannister Hotel is an amazing place. Every time I come to the Dominican Republic, I choose this amazing and beautiful hotel. Not only is it a fantastic place, but they also have the most accommodating staff with amazing and personable personalities. I wish I could remember all the lovely people's names but to names that stand out are Elena and Alexandro. It is very rare to find people like these two. Not only were they extremely nice and helpful, but they also recommended different sites to make my stay even nicer. The Bannister Hotel is the first hotel that made my stay outside my own city feel like home.
4.0
Amazing Staff. Always smiling and willing to help with any request. Love the view . Great location.
5.0
is a nice place to be peacefull
5.0
Nice and quiet
3.0
The weather was perfect and the facilities great!
3.0
Great place to stay in Samana. It’s next to the marina. The humpback whale watching is great January-March.
4.0
Un lugar tranquilo para descansar, una piscina infinita hermosa. Algunos miembros del Staff un poco desorganizados.
5.0
Very nice property, service is excellent staff very friendly and restaurants are very good.
Good family and quiete ambient
2.0
the tennis courts are not maintained( we came especially for this.
the staff were nice. the view to ocean is amazing. the room is very clean and comfortable
4.0
Is situated in the heart of a beautiful marina
3.0
The place was beautiful. Room and bathroom were in good conditions. Breakfast was amazing with a gorgeous view. The property is a little far from city Center so you’ll definitely need a car or motorcycle.
5.0
It was beautiful and very restful
2.0
Property was nothing special. Very dated. The staff was VERY accommodating and pleasant and the property was well maintained and clean. But the rooms were very dated and the beds were rock hard.
5.0
What a little gem! We arrived on a vessel in the marina and decided to stay for a night in the hotel. The staff is really the highlight as they are extremely helpful, friendly and offer 5-star service. However, the resort is gorgeous, I am obsessed with the decor, beautiful fresh greenery everywhere, woven rattan hanging lamps, its beautiful. A gym overlooking the water, multiple infinity pools, and great wine & cocktails. Currently sipping a $6 aperol spritz overlooking the bay. Can’t complain! Last night we drank martinis and played chess in the expansive & beautifully decorated hotel lobby and then enjoyed some coal fired pizza with a good bottle of red at La Regatta. This morning, included breakfast on the 2nd level by the infinity pool with free juice, a cute tray of freshly baked goods with incredible French press coffee, and fresh fruit followed by breakfast to order (get the mangu). If you don’t stay at the hotel breakfast is just $14. Everyone is wearing masks and disinfecting is happening with professional machines constantly. We feel blessed we basically have the whole resort to ourselves! Highly recommend a visit.
4.0
It is a beautiful hotel with a nice marina.
The staff was helpful and professional.
The meals at the restaurant were not very good though.
Besides that, we were very happy.
2.0
No hot water. Terrible. Called never received service.
1.0
The view was great, but the hotel was a disappointment, 3 days with no hot water, the building look abandon, every day by 9 Am they start working some construction next to Our room. The restaurant was good, but not too many choices on the menu, the waiter Carlos was the only one with a good customer service, the receptionist Niulka she’s was very friendly and helpful.
2.0
Very lovely! The service could have been a bit better! The staff seemed to be very scared of management. We took a small speaker to listen to our music by the pool area & was told to please lower the music because it wasn’t allowed...
Please keep in mind that only breakfast is included.
The refrigerator was broken, never worked & the shower water was cold :-(.
But is a beautiful hotel!
2.5
The location and hotel was great I highly recommend this place
0.5
We tried to cancel our stay and asked for a refund because we are from New York and under self quarantine. While the hotel did say they would refund our payment, they NEVER did. despite the fact we could be contagious and did not want to risk bringing COVID19 to the Dominican Republic. Even under this circumstance- they still refused. So, no.... we will NEVER stay there.
FAQs
How much does this resort cost compared to others in Samaná Province?
The average price for a rental in Samaná Province is $164 per night. This rental is $40 above the average.
Is parking included with this resort?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Hotel Bannister by Mint. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this resort?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Hotel Bannister by Mint. Enjoy the water!
Is Hotel Bannister by Mint pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this resort is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Hotel Bannister by Mint?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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