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Hotel Bannister by Mint

4.5 star property
Luxury resort in Doncel with 3 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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View from property
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Beach nearby, scuba diving, snorkelling
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Airport transfer
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Marina
  • Near the beach
  • 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free children's club
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Health club
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Business centre

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on-site
  • Kitchenette
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
The price is NZ$280
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 January 2025

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 134 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
10 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 62 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 134 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
5 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 62 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
4 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 62 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Carretera Sanchez-Samana, Km 5, Samaná, Samana, 0

What's nearby

  • Samana Bay - 9 min drive
  • Playa Cayacoa - 16 min drive
  • Cayo Levantado - 20 min drive
  • Samana Zipline - 22 min drive
  • Cayo Levantado Beach - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Samana (AZS-El Catey Intl.) - 65 min drive
  • Santo Domingo (SDQ-Las Americas Intl.) - 161 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Bahia - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Royal Snack - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rodizio - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Chino - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Timon - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Hotel Bannister by Mint

Hotel Bannister by Mint features a marina and a free kids' club. You can visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body wraps or aromatherapy, and Ocean club, one of 3 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. There are 2 outdoor pools and 3 bars/lounges at this luxurious resort, along with in-room conveniences such as fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 30 units
    • Arranged over 5 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Free children's club
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 30 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls, off-lead area and litter boxes available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
DONE

Off-site

    • Area shuttle within 5 km*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service

Travelling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Playground
  • Local/corner shop
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Cave exploring
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike hire
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2010
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Health club
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Marina
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dressing gowns
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Turndown service

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Spa

Mee Spa has 7 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a hot tub.

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

Dining

Ocean club – This poolside restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Le Deauville – This restaurant serves breakfast and brunch. Open daily.
La Regatta – Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 220 per vehicle (one way)
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 40.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision
  • Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Bannister Hotel
Bannister Hotel Samana
Bannister Samana
Hotel Bannister
Bannister Hotel Yacht Club Samana
Bannister Hotel Yacht Club
Bannister Yacht Club Samana
Bannister Yacht Club
Hotel Bannister Samana
The Bannister Hotel Yacht Club
The Bannister Hotel
Hotel Bannister by Mint Resort
Hotel Bannister by Mint Samaná
Hotel Bannister by Mint Resort Samaná

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Bannister by Mint offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Bannister by Mint does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Bannister by Mint?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Bannister by Mint?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 30 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas, food and water bowls and litter trays are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Bannister by Mint?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Bannister by Mint?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 220 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Bannister by Mint?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Bannister by Mint and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as snorkelling and scuba-diving, and practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes cave exploring. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Hotel Bannister by Mint also has 3 bars, a health club and spa services, as well as an arcade, a garden and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Bannister by Mint?
Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, international cuisine and garden views.
Does Hotel Bannister by Mint have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a fridge, a microwave and cookware.
What's the area around Hotel Bannister by Mint like?
Hotel Bannister by Mint is located on the waterfront in Doncel. Popular attractions include Cayo Levantado, which is 20 minutes away by car.

Hotel Bannister by Mint Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Dolores, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were outdated. Some fixtures didn’t work like the shower head. There was a smaller shower head attached to a bigger one, the big one sprayed water everywhere so we opt to use the small one during our stay. The interior could use some renovations. Other than that the staff was patient and very friendly/ helpful. I would visit again.
Retricia, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is beautiful the service was good I give credit to Juan Miguel great customer service
Alexandra, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Bannister is a very nice hotel. The service was great and the food was excellent. The parking was very convenient.
Christopher, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service
Arcenio, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good
anibal, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Air conditioner was great and the staff was very helpful and friendly. We loved the view and peacefully area.
Venessa, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excelente todo bien. En cuánto al restaurante pedí pulpo a la brasas y estaba super duro.
WILMA, 1-night romance trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Deyainis, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very private, safe and quiet place
Oscar, 1-night romance trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alexander, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Need improvement
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!
Sylvia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This is the most wonderful property in all of Samana. Easy access to all of Samana town and the most incredible staff and marina. A must stay at Samana
Rafael, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Daniel, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Oriana, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Awesome.
Juan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

kiara, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Lidia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

very good hotel, clean safe and relaxing.
Evyatar, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Edsel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

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
Norman, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Remote and in need of lots of maintenance
colin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bannister Hotel
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.
Monica, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Expedia guest review