High above the Atlantic, where the cliffs hold court with the jungle and the sea flows with life, Amanera waits. This is the Dominican Republic as few know it: wild, refined, reverent. Perched on the island’s quiet north coast, Amanera offers something deeper than luxury. It offers pause, perspective, and peace.
Just 75 minutes from Puerto Plata (POP) or a scenic two-hour drive from Santiago (STI), and even quicker by helicopter, the journey here sets the tone: immersive, elemental, beautifully off the map.
A Cliffside Sanctuary, Defined by Intention
At the edge of a protected jungle reserve, Amanera’s 24 one-bedroom Casitas and singular two-bedroom Casa are carved into the landscape, not placed upon it. Think floor-to-ceiling glass and private pools that open the indoors to the seemingly endless ocean and the wild beauty beyond. Expansive terraces frame sunsets that feel like ceremony, drawing your clients into a slower, more spacious way of being.
UJV Tip: For honeymooners or private retreats, select a Casita with a private pool and elevated views of Playa Grande for added intimacy.
Where Heritage and Healing Meet
Amanera is a living dialogue between place and person. The name itself blends “Aman” (peace, in Sanskrit) with “era” (water, in Taíno), hinting at its essence: timeless and rooted.
Guests are invited to engage with the island’s soul. Rum tastings, cigar rolling sessions, and guided nature walks offer an authentic—and respectfully curated—window into Dominican culture. Meanwhile, the Wellness Casa beckons with signature treatments, beach yoga, and deep restorative rituals.
For younger guests, bespoke activities are designed not just to entertain, but to connect—with nature, with local stories, with themselves. Families, honeymooners, solo seekers, and groups will each find their own rhythm here.
A Landscape That Plays Its Own Game
Stretching along the coast like a brushstroke, Playa Grande Golf & Ocean Club is a course unlike any other—10 of its 18 holes perched directly along the sea, designed originally by Robert Trent Jones Sr. and reimagined by his son Rees. It’s as dramatic as it is playable, a fitting echo of the land’s bold beauty.
Here, adventure is slow and sensory: paddleboarding at sunrise, cliffside meditations, sea turtle sightings in moonlight. It’s not about ticking boxes—it’s about letting the place move you.
Who It’s For
The solo traveler looking to reset.
The couple escaping to propose, or not needing a reason at all.
The multigenerational family searching for presence, not just a place.
Groups marking life’s milestones—with style and soul.
Amanera is for those who seek clarity. It’s for travelers ready to be changed by a destination—and for advisors who understand that sometimes, the most powerful itineraries are the ones that breathe.
A Note for Luxury Travel Advisors: Why Recommend Amanera
Aman properties are sanctuaries, and Amanera carries that promise forward—quietly, confidently. Here, the service is personal, never performative. The hospitality team, known as Amansantis, treat guests not as clients, but as friends welcomed home.
For your clients seeking something rarer than five stars—something grounded, cultural, and serene—Amanera is where the Dominican Republic reveals its most poetic self. Let UJV handle every detail—arrival by helipad, suite selection, curated experiences. We help your clients step into the story. Not just to see it, but to feel it.