Casa Bonita

The hotel is located in Barahona, in the heart of the Caribbean, in an isolated and intact region in the southwest of the Dominican Republic, adjacent to the only biosphere reserve in the country. The hotel sits on top of a mountain with a breathtaking view of the Caribbean Sea, nestled in a large tropical forest surrounded by rivers and mountains.This private holiday retreat remains under family ownership, providing 12 rooms in 'cabana' style with dramatic views all around. Renovated in 2010, the eco hotel offers a lobby, restaurant and WLAN Internet access.Each room is 32 square metres and features a private balcony, individually regulated air conditioning, a ceiling fan, private bathroom with shower, hairdryer, wine fridge, clock radio, iPod dock and tropical and modern furniture. They are also fitted with double or king-size beds.Guests may make use of the outdoor swimming pool, parasols and surfing and biking facilities.Being consistent with the practice of supporting the ecological environment and running operations using local resources, the hotel's menu is not only prepared and served by staff from the area but is made with fresh local ingredients. Fish and seafood are brought daily from a small town nearby, Bahoruco. Breakfast is served each morning.American Express, MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment.Leaving the airport, take the motorway number 3 toward Santo Domingo for about 16 km. Once in Santo Domingo take the avenue February 27 all the way to route number 2 and head toward San Cristobal for about 16 km. Continue on route 2 for about 32 km to Bani. Once in Bani turn right for Azua and from there continue on route 2 for about 48 km. Leaving Azua on route 2, continue for 16 km until reaching the San Juan junction. From there, continue straight on road number 44 for about 56 km to Barahona. Once in Barahona, head toward the port boulevard and turn right. Continue for about 800 m and take the coast road # 44 for about 16 km to Bahoruco. The hotel is at the top of a mountain on the right side of the road just before the Bahoruco bridge.