'Set on a gorgeous, award-winning beach, Bahia Maimon has all the credentials of a tropical paradise.'
The sleepy little town of Bahia Maimon offers up a quiet taste of local life. Nestled into thick palm groves on the Dominican Republic's northern coast, it's pure relaxation territory. Predictably, the number one attraction here is the beach. All pale sands, cobalt waters and rugged cliffs, it's textbook Caribbean. In fact, it was even voted as one of the ten best beaches in the world by Conde Nast Traveller. Days here revolve around the local philosophy of taking it easy – take your pick between snoozing on a sunlounger, sipping cocktails at one of the small bars or tackling the waves with a surf board. But Bahia Maimon isn't just a one trick pony. Just around the corner from the beach is lagoon country. Dudu and Blue Lagoon are favourites with the snorkelling and scuba diving crowds thanks to their fantastically clear waters and hidden caves. Away from the waters, though, Bahia Maimon remains comfortably quiet. There are a handful of local shops, restaurants and bars dotted around, but most of the entertainment here revolves around the hotel scene. The town plays host to some glitzy all-inclusive complexes which, come nightfall, provide a flurry of West End-style shows, sequin-studded cabarets and lively discos. If you fancy getting to know the local area a bit more, though, there are plenty of gems within day-tripping distance. The Cordillera Mountains, for example, offer some great hiking complete with breathtaking views, and at least one of the tobacco and folklore museums in nearby Santiago deserves a visit – if you can drag yourself away from the beach, that is.
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Recommended Bahia Maimon hotels and apartments
Bahia Maimon hotels and apartments
Our hotels and apartments in Bahia Maimon include Clubhotel Riu Bachata, Clubhotel Riu Mambo and Clubhotel Riu Merengue.
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Beaches
The resort revolves around the golden sands of the beach, meaning that the main activities are sunbathing and taking in the scenic settings of this beautiful resort, or for the more energetic tackling the waves with some of the various watersports. People come here to soak up the sun, unwind in the water and relax.
Eating out
With the majority of the hotels in the area being All Inclusive, most dining takes place within the hotel complexes. However, Bahia Maimon does have a very small selection of fish restaurants in the vicinity.
Nightlife
After dark, the focus of the resort life moves from the beach back to the hotels. The shows, small discos and local entertainment provided in the complexes make up the majority of what Bahia Maimon has to offer in the evening.
Shopping
Most hotels tend to have some souvenirs on sale, but as you may expect in a resort where relaxation is the main aim, shopping is fairly limited.
Local information
From breathtaking wildlife to historical monuments, from alp-like mountain ranges to vast lakes, the Dominican Republican is a treasure trove of inspirational sightseeing. Visit the wild, dramatic peninsula of Samana Bay, where up to 5,000 magnificent humpback whales come to breed from January to March. Alternatively, head to the beautiful Heroes Monument in Santiago, dedicated to the heroes of independence. Soana Island, a tiny isle fringed with white beaches and turquoise seas is a tribute to natural beauty, while Puerto Plata will satisfy your lust for delicious food, shopping opportunities and a slice of nightlife.
Location
24km west of Puerto Plata Airport
Transfer time
50 minutes from airport
Recommended
Luxury
