María Luisa Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Cayo Levantado Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cayo Levantado Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Samaná. You'll find more to see and do in this relaxing area.

El Salto del Limon
White water plunges into clear blue pools in the middle of lush green forests at this dramatic waterfall, one of the Dominican Republic's most colorful sights.

El Limon Falls
Take a daytrip north of Samana to these waterfalls where you can swim, learn from friendly locals and ride on horseback through the mountainous landscape.
Playa Cayacoa
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Cayacoa during your trip to Samaná? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Samana Zipline
Enjoy an outing to Samana Zipline during your stay in Samaná. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Playa Grande
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Grande during your trip to Las Galeras? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Things to do

Samaná: Catamaran Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Lunch

Samana: Half Day Whale Watching Humpback Whale Watching

Samaná: City Tour + Los Haitises & Cayo Levantado Island

Las Terrenas: El Limón Waterfall Trekking Tour in Samana

The 7 Hidden Beaches In Samaná & Las Galeras
Top hotels in María Luisa

Figaro Hotel Boutique
Very decent. Kind staff! (:
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Edma Aparta Hotel
Stain in the walls, bed sheets dirty, bathroom walls dirty. Breakfast very bad old bread cheese hard coffee ok milk terrible maybe goats milk, staff very nice
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Wyndham Alltra Samana All-Inclusive Resort
Beautiful beach and pools! Friendly staff we had a lovely time with our kids
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Bahia Principe Grand Samana - Adults Only
very nice place
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Donoma Las Terrenas Beach Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection
Overall great stay. The property had just opened in November and it seems they didn't anticipate the number of guests, service was a bit disorganized but overall friendly staff. The hotel is beautiful and in a great location. A bit disappointed that the pools are not heated (excpet for smaller kids ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Viva V Samana by Wyndham, A Trademark Adults All Inclusive
Staff was great and the entertainment was amazing !!!!!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around María Luisa

La Mezcla
While La Mezcla isn't home to many top sights, Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa are some notable places to visit nearby.

Barrio New York
While Barrio New York may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa.

Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja
While Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa.

Samaná Centro
Samaná Centro might not have many top sights, but Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Villa Salma
Though Villa Salma may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa Cayacoa and Samana Bay.

La Aguada
While La Aguada may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa.

