Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront hotel near Playa Dorada

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4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Reception
Minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Buffet
4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata, 57000
  • Place, Playa Dorada Golf Course
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Dorada
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Embassy of the United States Dominican Republic
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santiago (STI-Cibao Intl.)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Room options

Habitacion Superior 2 pax

7.8 out of 10
Good
(48 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Adults Only Room 2 Pax

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 796 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Adults Only Jr. Suite 2 Pax

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Swim Out 2 Pax

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 796 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Family Room 2 Pax

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Puerto Plata

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of this Playa Dorada hotel, you'll find Playa Dorada and Playa Dorada Golf Course. Mount Isabel de Torres and Fun City are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Playa Dorada Golf Course - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Playa Dorada - 1 min drive - 0.4 miles
  • Malecón De Puerto Plata - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Embassy of the United States Dominican Republic - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Fort San Felipe - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Gregorio Luperon Intl. Airport (POP) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Mercado Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Iberostar Costa Dorada Lobby Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Passatore - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ibero bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪V Heavens Rosmarino - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive

4-star beachfront hotel near Playa Dorada
Some rates at Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive you can cool off in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 5 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 5 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a children's pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a 24-hour fitness center. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Puerto Plata hotel.

  • 450 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 5 dining venues
  • 5 bars or lounges
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Casino
  • Nightclub
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive offers 450 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Evolution Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • 2 gaming tables
  • 24-hour gym
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Archery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Casino (431 square feet of space)
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Slot machine
  • Snorkeling
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on January 1, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive to the airport?

Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive is 9.7 mi (24-min drive) away from the Gregorio Luperon Intl. Airport (POP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive on Oct 26, 2025 start from $148.36, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive have an airport shuttle?

Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive offer free breakfast?

Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive?

During your stay you can enjoy the 431 square-foot casino on site, featuring 1 slot machine and 2 gaming tables.

What time is check-in at Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive have a pool?

Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive features 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive have a restaurant?

Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive is home to Amici, which features Italian cuisine.

Does Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Evolution Spa, where you can enjoy massages.

How close is Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive to downtown Puerto Plata?

Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive is 3.6 mi away from Puerto Plata.

Reviews

Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata - All Inclusive Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 446 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall the rooms were outdated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yunior

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, great staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

griselda, bronx

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jarolyn

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Alfonsina

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid this place, so many better options

Poor service, outdated and dirty rooms with broken furniture, poor tasting food, watered down liquor
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juana

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

oliver

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

damiana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff and the food was great the hotel administration wasn't great and the check in process suck , wanna to charge extra for a 1:30 early check in. Our ac was broken took for ever to get another room. the beach was nice and the employees , but not worth the almost $300 a nite. my opinion.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Food horrible!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, clean, staff is amazing, and the food is the best of all the package, the buffet is extraordinary, the flavors are amazing at both buffets and restaurants, the beach omg sooo good 😎😎😎 great stay for the value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elsy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice time here
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice time, and my favorite places to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jovina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was very good. Many options to eat.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mario

Traveled with family
The room smelled like mold, we had to change twice, the food at the buffet was pretty much the same breakfast lunch and dinner
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
They are great people great service excellent hospitality I love being in emotion resort Hodelpa !!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Traveled with family
no much option.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jass

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Poor food and drink
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025