Reviews of La Colmena RD

Beautiful cabin in the middle of the jungle. Just like the pictures shown on the website. Location was perfect, everything is walking distance Beach, restaurants

a lot of snails in the room but can't complain we are in the middle of the jungle

The location was amazing, immersed totally in the rain forest with the beach just a short 5min walk away. i loved the community feel amongst the 3 surrounding hotels, There was fitness classes held each morning next door with Leisy's Cafe offering a fresh healthy breakfast, all of the founders & staff were amazing... really enjoyed my stay. I used it as a base to explore the surrounding Samana area and was so thankful to be ending my day in this little slice of paradise. A car is necessary for accessing this place but once your there you could happily occupy yourself for days on the beautiful secluded beach front.

it was beautiful and quiet and respectful and Maria was beyond helpful. loved it

Nature and friendly staff :)

Coffeemaker in the general kitchen is broken :(

Kind staff,very atmospherical place,confortable bad, special naturistic design,nice garden

super friendly staff, beautiful pool area fully surrounded by nature and perfect to disconnect

everything was perfect

The room was incredibly comfortable, with cozy bedding and thoughtful design. Falling asleep to the soothing sounds of nature, and distant ocean waves, was an experience unlike any other. My other favorite part was the semi-open bathroom.It was such an incredible feeling to take a shower in contact with nature while still having privacy.

I loved everything in this place. I definitely want to come back!

We received a very friendly welcome from Maria. She quickly tried to fulfill all our requests and gave us good tips for the surrounding area. The cottage was lovingly and comfortably furnished. The pool was right in front of the cottage and very clean. The lodge grounds were very well maintained, with beautiful plants and perfect for relaxing. The breakfast was also very tasty and the service was very friendly. The beautiful El Valle beach is just a 10-minute walk away. I recommend everyone to book an excursion by speedboat to Ermitaño beach, which can be reached quite quickly. A pure dream, like paradise. Maria also provides support here if you want to book excursions. I can definitely recommend it.

Unfortunately, our air conditioning was broken. Maria organized someone to solve the problem, but unfortunately it seemed to be a more complicated defect. That's why it was quite warm in the cottage. However, Maria organized fans for us, which was very helpful. The fridge in the communal kitchen was quite overfilled and not completely clean. Otherwise the kitchen was very well equipped.

Breakfast was fantastic, fruits and breads and jam and eggs, with a truly stunning view. The pool and the kitchen were right outside my door, which was lovely.

Not their fault, but the power went out all over town for half a day. Anything else i didn’t like was my own fault for going spur of the moment and not really speaking Spanish.!

I loved how accommodating the staff was and the room was very cozy and comfortable. :) The beach was a 5 minute walk away and great local restaurants nearby.

The area is beautiful and the cabins are rustic. The common area with the swimming pool and the kitchen was really nice. Although there is no reception there, Grace made sure we had all the information before our arrival, and she met us as soon as she could, and kept in contact during the stay to check we had everything we needed!

The light in the room was too dim, so it was hard to find anything in the evening. The location was great but be aware that it is also an isolated place - you need to have your own means of transportation, or be prepared to pay the expensive taxi fee from Samaná (around 80$)

One of the standout features of La Colmena is its cute and well-maintained rooms. Each room is uniquely decorated and furnished with all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. The beds are comfortable, and the bathrooms are clean and very spacious, you basically shower in the jungle. Water coming out of the tab can be dirty occasionally but that's to expect in the middle of nowhere, we think it came from a nearby river. La Colmena doesn't offer breakfast but it comes with a communal kitchen where you can make your own if you're down for that. We had our breakfasts at the El Valle Lodge next door for $8 per person which was fantastic. Staff is super helpful and kind and helped us book an epic excursion.

If you're not a fan of dogs, this might not be the best place for you. The hotel is located in an area where street dogs are common, and they occasionally make their way onto the property. Another thing to note is that if you're a light sleeper, it's important to check if there's a festival or event in the area before you book your stay (recommend to go during the week if you like it quiet). During our visit, there was a festival, and the nearby party blasting music all night long made it difficult to get a good night's sleep for one of our nights. There's also construction happening next door, but that doesn't start until 9am. Despite these minor drawbacks, we had a lovely stay at La Colmena. The hotel staff was super friendly and very helpful, and the overall atmosphere was relaxing and inviting. If you're looking for a charming and affordable hotel in a great location, La Colmena is definitely worth considering.

Amazing place to accommodate you in El Valle. Blanca is a fabulous host that cares for her guests.

it’s extraordinary house of bamboos in the jungle! if you don’t afraid to see insects and lizards inside your house this place is for you.

Very bad wife connection. No breakfast (but in front of the villa there is very good villas where you can have fantastic breakfast)

Amazing experience. Great to be in nature. Facilities clean and modern. Host very friendly and accommodating. Really enjoyed our stay.