Beachfront suites and palms seen from the ocean deck
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

WELCOME TO LAS CANAS

A private beachfront haven

A celebration surrounded by nature

Nestled along the serene north coast of the Dominican Republic, Las Canas Beach Retreat is a private beachfront haven surrounded by tropical gardens and the gentle rhythm of the sea. The atmosphere is calm and natural, offering a refined yet relaxed setting for intimate celebrations.

A celebration surrounded by nature, where the ocean meets the palms and time slows down. Las Canas Beach Retreat offers an intimate beachfront experience designed for couples and groups who value simplicity, authenticity, and connection.

The main retreat has 18 suites and 24 bedrooms. It sleeps up to 48 guests (max 2 per bedroom), or up to 60 people if children are included with the bunk room in Unit 1 (the Villa).

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Guests gather beside the pool and garden at Las Canas
  • 18 suites24 bedrooms
  • Up to 48 guests24 bedrooms, max 2 per bedroom
  • Starting at $3,000 a nightdepending on the season
  • 55 minutesfrom Puerto Plata airport
Gather your people

What are you looking for?

Capacity: up to 48 guests across 24 bedrooms (max 2 guests per bedroom), or up to 60 people if children are included with the bunk room in Unit 1 (the Villa) · Starting at $3,000 a night, depending on the season

Oceanfront pool with palms and loungers
From above

The retreat at a glance

Included in your stay

It’s all yours while you’re here

Weddings, yoga and wellness retreats, family gatherings, corporate retreats or a long weekend with friends: the whole retreat revolves around your group.

Ocean deck, cabana, palapa, pool and jacuzzi
A pool and jacuzzi, an ocean deck and a bonfire area right on the sand.
Add the beachfront villa starting at $650 a night
A private 4 bedroom beachfront oasis with its own pool, set apart yet steps from the group.
Surf, paddle and play
Surfboards and paddleboards at no charge, a pickleball court and beach volleyball.
A full team and a chef
Hosts, housekeeping, maintenance and 24 hour security, all included.
Beachside cabana and palapa for meals and meetings
The Ocean Front Restaurant cabana and the ocean-breeze palapa (which has its own kitchen) are where your group eats, holds events and meets, with a projector, sofas, a pool table, the bar and a coffee and tea station.
Starlink internet
Fast internet across the property when you need it.
See the grounds
Guest relaxing on a black daybed on the ocean deck
Guest reading on a black daybed outside a beachfront suite
Hover or focus to reveal the deck by day
Wedding reception set beneath palms beside the ocean
Wide view of the North Coast beach and Atlantic Ocean
Your own stretch of coast

The gate closes behind your group. Most days the only people on the sand are yours, and all you hear is the Atlantic.

Cabarete's restaurants and kite beach are about 30 minutes away when you want them.

Guest stories

See what our guests say

“We had a wonderful stay at Las Canas! The location is perfect, we loved that we could take nice beach walks, lounge in the various options and swim in the pool or the ocean. The staff are very nice and accommodating and the service was excellent. We can also really recommend the food, as the chefs will prepare anything you could wish for. Everything we ate was so fresh and delicious. We were altogether more than pleased with our time here and we‘ll definitely come back.”
— Emma Pförtner · Google Review
Guests gather beside the pool and garden at Las Canas
Guests walking down the garden path toward the ocean
“Our experience at Las Canas was excellent! We went for a 2025 strategic kickoff meeting and games (Alpha Games), and the venue was perfect. It has great spaces for various activities (on the beach, in the pool, for presenting results, sports facilities, green areas, etc.). The jacuzzi is at a very comfortable temperature. The overall atmosphere is very peaceful and relaxing. The food is excellent. The staff is outstanding! Yasper, Alex, and the entire team are exceptional. They take care of every detail to ensure you have a great experience. The decor and the overall ambiance of the place are excellent. I highly recommend it to any company looking to hold a corporate event!”
— Noel Flores Camarena · Google Review
Open air dining table set beneath a thatched roof
Guest swimming in the pool beside a palm garden
Guest relaxing on the wooden ocean deck
More reviews
“Las Canas stands out as an absolute gem on this island, offering the perfect escape for those seeking a true reset and deeper connection with loved ones. Our family's vacation was top notch, perfectly aligning with everything I'd envisioned for an unforgettable experience. The service here is simply phenomenal! Alex and Jasper masterfully guide a team that embraces you like family. A special shout out goes to Suleimy and Sahonny at the bar; they not only mixed the best drinks but also showed incredible warmth and attentiveness to our little ones, which truly made a difference. We're also incredibly grateful to the ladies in the kitchen, who poured love and authentic Dominican flavor into every single meal. Each moment was wonderful, and I'm already counting down the days until our next incredible family getaway!”
— Marielly Rodriguez · Google Review
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The people who run Las Canas

Renate, Host at Las Canas Beach Retreat Renate Host
Yasper, Host at Las Canas Beach Retreat Yasper Host
Alex, Host at Las Canas Beach Retreat Alex Host
Mirian, Housekeeping at Las Canas Beach Retreat Mirian Housekeeping

Meet the whole team

Find us on the North Coast

On the beach between the palms

Las Canas is a quiet beach neighborhood of Gaspar Hernández, about 30 minutes east of Cabarete.

  • Puerto Plata airport (POP)about 55 minutes
  • Santiago airport (STI)about 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Cabareteabout 30 minutes
  • Sosúaabout 45 minutes

Driving times from Google Maps. We arrange transfers from any airport.

Illustrated map of the Las Canas grounds: suites, pool, palapa, restaurant, bonfire area, pickleball court and deck

Questions about booking Las Canas

What is Las Canas Beach Retreat?
A private beachfront retreat on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic, rented to one group at a time. The main retreat has 18 suites and 24 bedrooms, a pool and jacuzzi on 2.5 acres (1 hectare) of beachfront gardens, with our own team and chef. The separate 4 bedroom villa next door is an optional add-on, starting at $650 a night.
How many people can stay?
The main retreat sleeps up to 48 guests across 24 bedrooms (max 2 guests per bedroom), or up to 60 people if children are included with the bunk room in Unit 1 (the Villa). Smaller groups are welcome and pay the same nightly price for the whole retreat.
How much does it cost to book the whole retreat?
Exclusive use starts at $3,000 a night, depending on the season, with a minimum of 3 nights. The villa is available starting at $650 a night. Holiday weeks are $5,000 a night with a 7 night minimum.
Are meals included?
Meals are optional and priced per person: $65 per person per day. A chef cooks to your group's program.
What kinds of groups stay at Las Canas?
Weddings, yoga and wellness retreats, corporate retreats, family events and surf groups.
How do I check dates?
Message us on WhatsApp. We reply within 24 hours and hold your dates free for 72 hours.
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One group at a time

Book the whole retreat

Because Las Canas hosts only one group at a time, peak weeks and long weekends book out months in advance. Reach out with your dates to see if the retreat is available for your group.

Starting at $3,000 a night, depending on the season, for exclusive use of the entire retreat, which sleeps up to 48 guests (max 2 per bedroom), or up to 60 people if children are included with the bunk room in Unit 1 (the Villa). The Villa is available starting at $650 a night. Prices as of .

What each guest pays per night for exclusive use of the whole retreat, starting at $3,000 a night, depending on the season. Meals, drinks and transfers are extra.
GuestsStarting per person per night
40$75
48$63

3 night minimum. Staff, Starlink internet, surfboards and paddleboards are included. Meals are an optional plan at $65 per person per day.

  1. Reach out with your datesSend us your dates and group size on WhatsApp or by email to see if the retreat is available.
  2. We reply within 24 hoursYou get availability and a quote, and we can hold your dates for 72 hours at no cost.
  3. Confirm and arriveWe send a booking agreement, then plan meals, transfers and activities with you.

Pick your dates

Choose your check in date.

3 night minimum, 7 over the holidays.