Vista Mare · Samaná, Dominican Republic
Apartments for Rent in Samaná, Dominican Republic
Wake up above the bay where humpback whales return every winter.
Ten private apartments at Vista Mare, Los Naranjos (Samaná 32000): two private beaches, an infinity pool and Cayo Levantado across the water. Hosted by an Airbnb Superhost.
Slow down.Apartments for rent at Vista Mare, Samaná
Ten apartments, one to four bedrooms, for 3 to 10 guests.
The whale experience · 15 January – 31 March
The sea has other plans.Whale watching season in Samaná Bay (Jan–Mar)
Subject to season and sea conditions. Sightings are wild and never guaranteed.89days until the 2027 season opens
14–17 mlength of an adult humpback whale
4–33 minhow long a male's song can last
Sources: Ministry of Environment of the Dominican Republic (season agreements 2025 and 2026); Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism; humpback facts: Wikipedia.
This is how it feels to stay.Vista Mare Samaná: private beaches and infinity pool
2 private beachesInfinity poolRestaurantNightly stays
Discover Vista Mare Samaná
Meet Yris.Your Airbnb Superhost in Samaná
Yris has welcomed guests at Vista Mare for eight years and is an Airbnb Superhost. She answers 100% of messages on Airbnb, usually within an hour, in English or Spanish, and helps with drivers, boats and whale trips. Her co-host Paloma is a Superhost too.
4.82★ Yris · Airbnb rating
8years hosting
<1 htypical reply on Airbnb
5.0★ on Google
What guests say on Airbnb
★★★★★
“The views are absolutely incredible, the kind you can just sit and enjoy for hours.”★★★★★
“We pretty much had the two beaches to ourselves … we always felt safe.”★★★★★
“The stay was great, it was very clean and the host was very helpful and friendly.”Go. Explore. Come back.Things to do near our Samaná apartments
Photo: Einfach-Eve · CC001Sea
Las Galeras, Playa Rincón and Cayo Levantado: white sand and clear water, 3 to 13 km from the residence.
Photo: -wuppertaler · CC BY 4.002Nature
Los Haitises by boat, the El Limón waterfall, and the bridges to the islets off Samaná's waterfront.
Photo: Anton Bielousov · CC BY-SA 3.003Local life
Santa Bárbara de Samaná, about 10 km away: the Malecón, fresh fish, and the boats that leave for the whales.
Where you'll wake up.How to get to Vista Mare from the airport
Address
Samana Apartment Rentals
Vista Mare · Los Naranjos Apt, Highway #5 202Samaná 32000, Dominican Republic
Landed in the Dominican Republic? Open the route, or show the address to your driver.
From the airport
El Catey · Samaná (AZS)≈ 1 h 25 min Santo Domingo · Las Américas (SDQ)≈ 3 h 15 min Santiago · Cibao (STI)≈ 3 h 20 min
Tap an airport for the live route in Google Maps. Drive times to Vista Mare are OpenStreetMap estimates without traffic. Step-by-step from SDQ, STI and AZS
Atlantic OceanSamaná Bay
Humpback sighting areaJanuary – March
Whale boats leavefrom the harbour Vista Mareyou are here Cayo LevantadoSamaná townPlaya RincónLas GalerasEl Limón waterfallLas TerrenasLos HaitisesEl Catey airport (AZS)La PlayitaBoca del DiabloPlaya El ValleCabo CabrónPlaya MadamaPlaya FrontónPlaya BonitaPlaya Cosón
Your trip, easier.Samaná apartment rental FAQ
How do I get to Samaná from the US, Canada or Europe?
Most international flights land in Santo Domingo (SDQ), about 3 h 15 min by road from Vista Mare, or Punta Cana (PUJ), about 5 h 15 min. El Catey · Samaná (AZS), about 1 h 25 min away, and Santiago · Cibao (STI), about 3 h 20 min, are the other options. Times are OpenStreetMap estimates without traffic; we can recommend a driver.
Do I need a car?
Not for the beaches and the pool at Vista Mare. For Samaná town (13 km by road) and day trips to Las Galeras, Playa Rincón or Las Terrenas, a rental car or a driver makes life easy; ask us and we will suggest one.
When is whale season, and when should I book?
The official season runs from 15 January to 31 March, with February and early March usually the liveliest. Whale-season weeks are the first to fill, so check dates on Airbnb or message us on WhatsApp as early as you can.
Do the hosts speak English?
Yes. Our hosts speak English and Spanish, and on Airbnb our main host answers 100% of messages, usually within an hour.
Is there a private beach?
Yes. Vista Mare Samaná has two private beaches at the foot of the hill, as well as an infinity pool and a restaurant.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Every apartment lists Wi-Fi on Airbnb. If you need to work or take video calls, message us on WhatsApp and ask about the apartment you are considering.
WhatsAppNothing is booked on this site: live prices, availability and booking are on Airbnb.All questions about renting in Samaná
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