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Amanera
Playa Grande, Dominican Republic · Aman · Grand Luxury
On 60-foot cliffs above Playa Grande on the Dominican Republic's north coast, a shoreline Christopher Columbus reportedly called the most beautiful he had seen in 1492, British architect John Heah's 25 casitas opened in 2015 as Aman's first resort with a fully integrated golf course. Playa Grande Golf Club claims more ocean-side holes than any course in the Western Hemisphere, and Wallpaper named it Best New Hotel in 2017.
- 25 rooms
- Opened 2015
- Neighborhood: Carretera
- Rooms from 829 sq ft (77 m²)
- Architect: John Heah
- Interiors: John Heah
About Amanera
- John Heah designed both architecture and interiors, building the casitas in local stone, Aguayo tiles, and Dominican art against jungle and Atlantic cliffs.
- Amanera was the 29th property in the Aman portfolio when it opened in 2015 on the Cordillera Septentrional coast.
- Andrew Harper ranked it among the Caribbean's best hotels in 2017, the same year Wallpaper gave it Best New Hotel.
- Entry-level rooms start at 829 sq ft (77 m²).
History
Amanera opened in 2015 as the 29th property in the Aman portfolio, perched on cliffs overlooking Playa Grande beach on the Dominican Republic's north coast. British architect John Heah designed the 25 standalone casitas to blend seamlessly with the jungle and ocean landscape, incorporating local stone, Aguayo tiles, and Dominican art for an organic aesthetic. The resort offers access to the renowned Playa Grande Golf Course and emphasizes back-to-nature experiences amid rainforest and mountains.
The setting
Playa Grande is a celebrated golden-sand beach on the Dominican Republic's pristine north coast, backed by jungle and the Cordillera Septentrional mountains. The area is known for its dramatic cliffs, Atlantic waves ideal for surfing and kitesurfing nearby in Cabarete, and rich biodiversity with opportunities for hiking, whale watching, and exploring caves and lagoons. Christopher Columbus reportedly called this spot the world's most beautiful landfall in 1492.
Restaurants and bars
- Main Restaurant — Restaurant
- Beach Club — Poolside
Amenities
- Private beach
- Aman Spa
- Infinity pool
- Tennis courts
- Gym
- Playa Grande Golf Course
- Private pool
- Sauna
- Yoga
- Water sports
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star (2026)
- MICHELIN Two Keys (2026)
- Andrew Harper Best Luxury Hotels in the Caribbean (2017)
- Wallpaper* Best New Hotel (2017)
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