Emotions by Hodelpa Playa Dorada
Emotions by Hodelpa Playa Dorada is an all-inclusive resort in beautiful Puerto Plata, on the north coast of Dominican Republic. Facilities are recently updated (475 elegant decor rooms on 3 floors), very well maintained and beautifully designed & decorated.
This resort is set on the largest beach front in Playa Dorada and is bordered by the Playa Dorada Golf Course, designed by the famous Robert Trent Jones Sr.
Just 15 minutes from Puerto Plata International Airport, Emotions is an ideal getaway for travelers, families and couples looking for fun, adventure or simple weekend relaxation.
Family Friendly Activities
Daily and nightly activities, including non-motorized watersports, kids and teen clubs, a theater and a nightclub are just a fraction of activities that you can enjoy with your family or friends, making the dream vacations you all deserve. The beach will probably be your favourite spot, with warm clear waters and generous areas for shade, as well as a beach bar with delicious food and drinks.
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Activities
- Evolution Gym / Fitness
- Rock Climbing
- Archery
- Tennis Court
- Soccer / Football
- Golf Course (within 2 miles / 3.2 km)
- Playground for kids
- Kids Club
- Teen Club (Ages 13-17)
- Beach
- Evening Entertainment
Water Sports:
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Snorkeling
- Windsurfing
- Scuba diving nearby
- Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
What’s around
- Playa Dorada – 7 min walk
- Playa Dorada Golf Club – 6 min walk
- Fun City – 2.3 mi / 3.7 km
- Lorilar Ranch – 2.6 mi / 4.2 km
- Long Beach – 2.8 mi / 4.5 km
- Isabel De Torres National Park – 2.8 mi / 4.5 km
- Fort San Felipe – 4.8 mi / 7.7 km
- Ocean World Adventure Park – 8.1 mi / 13 km
- Amber Museum – 4.2 mi / 6.7 km
- Malecón De Puerto Plata – 4.6 mi / 7.4 km
Services & Facilities
Some of services and amenities include delicious cafe bar, spacious swimming pools, Jacuzzis, clean gym / fitness room, great tennis court, business center if you need it, full-service spa (including beauty salon) for those looking to relax in luxury… Accessible rooms are available for guests, too, on request basis.
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Services & Facilities
- 24 hours’ front desk
- Laundry
- Evolution Spa & Fitness (Gym – Spa – Beauty Salon)
- Wake up call service
- Babysitter service upon request
- Newspapers available in the lobby
- Complementary Wi-Fi
- Complementary parking space for guests
- Umbrella
- Sauna, Steam and Jacuzzi (at Evolution Spa)
- 3 outdoor Swimming pools. (Main pool, Sports pool and Kids pool)
- Sunken Bar (Swim up Bar)
- 2 Jacuzzis
- Caribe Gift shop
- Teté Jewelry Store
- Room Service
- European electric adapter on request
- Kids Club
- Teens Club (13 to 17 years old)
- Water sports
- Climbing Wall
- Bow and Arrow range
- Tennis Court
- Football Field
- Night Club
- Theater
- Handicap accessible rooms
- Conference, meetings and Events halls
- Social Events halls and Outdoor events spaces
- Wedding celebrations
- Destination Weddings services
Spa / Massage / Beauty Salon
Evolution Spa has massage/treatment rooms and sauna. The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision, also kids under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Some of services include:
- Facials (Collagen Veil, Elixir/Ampoule, Algae, Golden Touch, Babor, etc)
- Massage (Relaxation, Deep Muscle, Aroma Therapy, Cranial, Hot Stones, etc)
- Body Wraps (Marine Algae, Delight of Chocolate, Sea Salt, Vitamins, etc)
- Hair Removal (Eyebrows, Upper Lip, Underarms, Bikini, Brazilian, Legs, etc)
- Beauty Salon (Women’s & Men’s Haircut, Makeup, Manicure, Pedicure, etc)
- Extra Amenities (Champagne, Romantic Petals Décor, Chocolate, Cake, etc)
Rooms
Emotions by Hodelpa Playa Dorada is recently updated (475 elegant decor rooms on 3 floors), very well maintained and beautifully designed & decorated, with full range of comfortable facilities for your convenience. All rooms include Private Balcony or Terrace, Safety Deposit Box, Climate Control, Direct Dial Telephone, Mini Fridge, Coffee/Tea Maker, Hairdryer, Iron/Ironing Board, Toiletries, Flat Screen LCD TV, Wi-Fi.
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Adults Only All Inclusive
The Adults-Only room includes one King or two Queen beds, private balcony or terrace, full bathroom with shower, as well as a minibar restocked daily, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat screen TV and access to the adults-only private pool and Jacuzzi.
Guests staying in the Adults-Only Jr. Suite also receive a complementary 15 minutes massage for couples for every 30 minutes booked (minimum 4-ngiht stay).
Maximum Occupancy: 3 Adults
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Deluxe Family All Inclusive
The Deluxe Family Room includes two Queen beds, a sofa bed, private balcony or terrace, large bathroom with shower and 2 washbasins, as well as a minibar, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat screen TV, safety deposit box and a welcome drink.
Maximum Occupancy: 5 Guests (Maximum 3 Adults)
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Swim Out All Inclusive
The Swim Out Room includes one King or two double beds, private terrace with a private pool, chaise lounge, large bathroom with shower and 2 washbasins, as well as a minibar, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat screen TV, 24-hour room service, VIP bathroom amenities and a welcome drink.
Maximum Occupancy: 3 Guests
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Superior All Inclusive
The Superior Room includes one King or two double beds, private balcony or terrace, full bathroom with shower, as well as a stocked minibar, complimentary Wi-Fi, flat screen TV and a welcome drink.
Maximum Occupancy: 4 Guests (Maximum 3 Adults per Room)
Food & Drinks
Delight your senses with our exquisite and varied gastronomy.
Our restaurants offer specialized menus that include local gastronomic elements, exquisitely combined with international ingredients, in such a way you can live a unique experience. Our guests can enjoy everything from a typical Dominican breakfast and buffet restaurants to Italian cuisine and seafood.
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OAK Restaurant (Cheese and Wine)
Wines from all over the world are available for purchase at Oak Wine & Cheese. Also for room service or in any of our restaurants.
– Open daily from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
– Wine from the house included.
– Monday to Sunday from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM.
Orégano Restaurant (Dominican Fusion)
Dominican fusion cuisine. Our most famous recipes, which go from generation to generation with “their secret ingredients” can be found here.
– Open every night for dinner from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
– Prior reservation required.
– Air conditioner. Smoking is not allowed.
– Dress code, casual resort.
Milwaukee (Beer House)
A world-famous selection of beers has been chosen at Milwaukee Beer House, so you can enjoy them and share them in the style of the great brewers.
– Included local beer and international beer at low cost.
– Open daily from 03:00 PM to 12:00 PM.
Amici (Italian Cuisine)
Enjoy our tasty recipes, converse and have fun in the Italian way.
– Open every night for dinner from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
– Reservation required.
– Air conditioner. Smoking is not allowed.
– Dress code, casual resort.
Bigaro (Lobster Grill)
Enjoy the best selection of lobster by the sea.
– Open every night for dinner from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
– Prior reservation required.
– Outside outdoor area. Smoking allowed.
– Dress code, elegant resort.
ONE (Coffee Shop)
An oasis for coffee lovers. Options from around the world to choose from.
– Open every day from 10:00 am to 11:00 pm.
Ergo’s
Buffet restaurant with a wide selection for all three meals.
– Breakfast from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
– Lunch from 12:00 PM to 03:00 PM.
– Dinner from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
– Air conditioning in the buffet area.
– Dress code, casual resort. People are not allowed in bathing suits or barefoot.
Ola Lola Beach Bar
Enjoy all our types of cocktails with a variety of snacks. Ola Lola Beach Bar will be your favorite spot for any occasion.
Tiki Tiki Pool Bar
At the Tiki Tiki Pool Bar you can enjoy our fun cocktails and drinks, while cooling in the pool.
Wet feet dinner / Pies Mojados experience
Enjoy a wonderful dinner with your partner in a unique Pies Mojados experience, witnessing a romantic sunset by the pool or on the seashore. Make your reservation at Guest Service so you can bring home the most breathtaking and romantic dinner memories.
Team & Animation
On-site animation team is young and enthusiastic, organizing a lot of activities and delivering a lot of fun & entertainment through various shows.
Hotel Personnel – Service is top notch, staff is well trained, and their attentiveness to make sure all visitors felt special is mentioned in thousands of great reviews. As one guest says, “Their sincere smiles and friendliness show thru at every moment, their ability to communicate in up to 4 or 5 different languages amazed me…”
Read more testimonials below and ask yourself – “why I am not already there?”
Check the reviews from hundreds of satisfied guests:
"The staff is so amazing at this resort. Everyone is so welcoming and wonderful." "I was really impressed with the food and the staff from the entertainment team." "I went with my wife and we had an amazing experience. We did not want to leave." "The resort is well-maintained and small which makes it nice to get around with kids." "I would definitely recommend this hotel and will revisit the next time I’m in the DR." "The staff at emotions are truley top notch i have never recieved such superior service." "The kids club building was secure and clean and a great place for kids to stay and play." "This resort is properly maintained, picturesque and with a lot of activities to indulge in." "Our room was clean and spacious. VERY comfortable bed and pillows, just like home." "The entire resort was very clean, and the housekeeping service met all our requests!" "The staff is the number reason why I will be going back to Emotions because I felt valued." "The beach and pool areas were well maintained and a good supply of chairs available." "this resort DEFINITELY has NAILED it in the food department! ALL food was DELICIOUS." "The resort itself is gorgeous, very well maintained and beautifully designed + decorated." "The staff is very friendly and eager to assist to insure that my wife and I had a good time." "I came with my four friends for a girls trip away and I couldn’t have asked for a better time!" "I can’t say enough good things about the staff.... going there again with my family next year !" "The staff is amazing. EVERYONE was willing to go out of their way to help in any way needed." "The beach was beautiful with an amazing view of the mountain which I took many pictures of." "Emotions by Hodelpa Playa Dorada is one of the best resorts I have been to in the Caribbean." "The entertainment squad was always trying to get the fun started, dancing and singing karaoke." "Highly recommend this resort and I can’t wait to come back. Thanks for making it a great vacation." "Thank you all for the absolutely unforgettable vacation, we left with great memories and new friends." "We found the resort to be very clean and modern. Food, drinks, the facility and staff were all excellent." "The food was the best I‘ve had at any resort!! You don’t need reservations for the a la carte restaurants." "The food was great. Lots of options at the buffet and a beach bar restaurant, and the staff were very nice." "We don’t usually go to the same resort twice but we will definitely return to Emotions, hopefully VERY soon." "Coffee shop a great way to round off an evening, like Starbucks except it’s free and has friendly happy staff." "The entertainment staff is always energetic and friendly and focused to make your stay as enjoyable as possible" "The staff is extraordinary, especially the activity leaders, restaurant personnel, housekeeping, and groundskeepers." "The rooms are clean, spacious and ultra modern in decor. They have king sized beds that are extremely comfortable." "Resort is nice, clean and well maintained. Food from the buffet was really good, with lots of choices and different every day."
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