Amanera

Set above the celebrated golden sands of Playa Grande, Amanera offers access to water sports, top-notch golf and back-to-nature experiences on the north shore of the Dominican Republic. The golf course, a rebuild of a classic Robert Trent Jones design by his esteemed architect son Rees Jones, has more coastal exposure than any other in the Western Hemisphere, and is arguably the best in the Caribbean. But the real magic of this luxury beach resort is that many guests don’t even play golf and still love the place. The 2,000-acre property has a huge, gorgeous, private beach, private mountain with hiking trails, and much more, all for just 25 decadent casitas. Evoking Bali, these are large, beautifully designed and crafted, and full of creature comforts like private pools and outdoor showers. Designed by London-based Heah & Co., main building Casa Grande's pool is an architectural gem that curves around the hillside. Aman's Dominican outpost delivers beauty, privacy and wonder at every turn, on and off the golf course, complemented by a friendly and well-trained staff.