Built in 1999, this Mexican-style hotel comprises 532 rooms spread over several 2-storey buildings and various villas that lie amidst the hotel's fabulous tropical gardens. Facilities within the complex include a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, an Internet café, souvenir shops, a jeweller's store, a library, an amphitheatre and a TV room. Those seeking some pampering make pay a visit to the in-house health centre with a hairdresser's salon and there are 3 bars as well as a buffet restaurant and 2 air-conditioned à la carte restaurants to take advantage of. The hotel sports club/ nightclub is open around the clock and there is a car park and garage facilities available to those arriving by car. A kids' club caters for those aged between 4 and 12 years of age (entertainment and childcare from 9 am until 5 pm) and there is also a playground where children may let off steam. Room and laundry services round off the offerings.

This upmarket hotel is located beside the inviting local beach, less than 1 km from the Eastern National Park that is filled with wonderful tropical flora and fauna. The fishing village of Bayahibe where guests will discover many bars and restaurants typical of the Dominican Republic is approximately 7 km away. It is a short 30-minute drive to the artists' village of Altos de Chavón as is La Romana International Airport.

The hotel features four excellent restaurants: La Piragua serves international cuisine, Rigoletto serves Italian food, El Charro serves Mexican food and there is also the Caribbean Grill restaurant.