HOTEL SUMMARY
Perched dramatically on 18-meter cliffs above the Atlantic, Amanera Playa Grande represents Aman's first golf-integrated resort, where contemporary Caribbean luxury meets the untamed beauty of the Dominican Republic's north coast. This clifftop sanctuary commands sweeping ocean vistas while offering unprecedented access to what's known as the "Pebble Beach of the Caribbean." Opened in February 2016, Amanera embodies Aman's philosophy of understated luxury harmonized with nature. The resort's striking contemporary architecture, featuring the main Casa Grande and 25 individual casitas, hovers above Playa Grande Beach with Balinese-influenced design that maximizes the dramatic setting. The crown jewel remains the world-class golf course, originally designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. and renovated by his son Rees Jones, featuring an unprecedented 10 coastal holes including an unforgettable five-hole cliff-top finale exclusive to resort guests and club members. Amanera's 26 accommodations redefine spacious luxury through intentional vastness. Each freestanding casita villa features generous indoor and outdoor living areas with high ceilings, warm wood finishes, and glass doors opening to expansive terraces. Even the smallest one-bedroom casita includes dual outdoor dining areas and a private pool—not merely a plunge style—while larger suites offer multiple indoor and outdoor spaces that blur the boundaries between interior comfort and natural splendor. Every accommodation captures sweeping ocean or golf course views through floor-to-ceiling windows. Dining centers around Mediterranean and Italian cuisine with Caribbean influences, served in the ocean-view Casa Grande restaurant or the casual Beach Club offering lighter fare and Mexican specialties. The resort's spa draws inspiration from Taíno Indian shamanic healing traditions, while the infinity pool, flood-lit tennis courts, and private beach access cater to active pursuits. Adventure seekers can explore Amanera's private mountain across the road, where guided hikes lead to a thatched lean-to serving lavish picnic lunches with azure Caribbean vistas. Additional experiences include deep-sea fishing, kite surfing, canyoning, and horseback riding along the beach. Emptiness serves as Amanera's true luxury—every space from restaurants to the lobby infinity pool feels excessively oversized, ensuring guests enjoy a sense of exclusive ownership. With activities guided by resort experts and VIP airport transfers available, Amanera delivers the ultimate 5-star Playa Grande experience. Book the resort's signature casitas during the dry season for optimal golf and outdoor adventure conditions, when this clifftop sanctuary reveals its full Caribbean splendor.