Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

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Where to?

Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Private beach, sun loungers, beach towels, scuba diving

6 restaurants, dinner served, Fusion cuisine

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Bar
Spa
24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Boulevard Juan Dolio, Guayacanes, 21000

Place, Marbella Beach
Place, Guayacanes Beach
‪5 min drive‬
Place, Guavaberry Golf and Country Club
‪8 min drive‬
Airport, Santo Domingo (SDQ-Las Americas Intl.)
‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Essentia Garden

Exceptional

375 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

Adults Only Superior Room 2 Pax

Good

345 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

Very good

375 sq ft
Resort view
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds

Superior Room

Very good

375 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Essentia OCEAN View 2 Pax

Excellent

375 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

Swim Out 2 pax

Very good

Sleeps 3
2 Queen Beds

Essentia Swim Out 2 Pax

Good

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Juan Dolio

Located in Villas Del Mar, Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive is within 2 miles (3 km) of sights such as Marbella Beach and Los Marlins Golf Course. This 409-room, 3.5-star property has 3 outdoor pools along with a private beach and a winery.

What's nearby

Los Marlins Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
Guayacanes Beach - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
Guavaberry Golf and Country Club - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
Caribe Beach - 10 min drive - 7.0 miles
Boca Chica Beach - 22 min drive - 16.8 miles

Getting around

Las Americas Intl. Airport (SDQ) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lolita - ‬3 min walk
‪Ola Lola Beach Bar - ‬1 min walk
‪Santa Fe Grill - ‬10 min walk
‪Macchiato Caffè by Costa Caribe - ‬10 min walk
‪el fogon costa caribe hotel - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive features a private beach, a winery, and a full-service spa. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an area shuttle for a fee. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this all-inclusive property include 3 outdoor pools, a nightclub, and a children's pool.

Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies, minibars, and coffee makers are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

A private beach, an outdoor tennis court, and a health club are featured at the property. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa.

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Pool
Breakfast included
All inclusive
Spa

$182 nightly

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site

Food and drink

2 bars/lounges
6 restaurants
A beach bar
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Amici
Ergos
Milwaukee
One Coffee
Oregano

Things to do

18-hole adjacent golf course
3 outdoor pools
Archery
Billiards/pool table
Children's pool
Free children's club
Full-service spa
Health club
Nightclub
Outdoor tennis court
Playground
Sauna
Scuba diving
Shopping
Steam room
Winery

Family friendly

3 outdoor pools
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Free children's club
Free supervised activities for children
Playground
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Outdoors

Beach loungers
Beach towels
Garden
On a private beach
Pool loungers
Terrace

Accessibility

No elevator

9 buildings
Banquet hall
Built in 2015
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Minibar

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Check-in: 3 PM
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Emotions Beach Resort Hodelpa All Inclusive Juan Dolio

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Frequently asked questions

Can I book all-inclusive rates at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive?

Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive is an all-inclusive resort and rates come with all meals.

How much does it cost to stay at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive?

As of Oct 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive on Nov 23, 2025 start from $189.85, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is free cancellation available at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive?

Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive?

This property is situated in Villas Del Mar, close to Guayacanes Beach, Marbella Beach, and Guavaberry Golf and Country Club. Los Marlins Golf Course is also within a driving distance of 1.4 mi.

Is parking available on site at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the all-inclusive property.

Is there a spa available at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive?

There is a full-service spa at this available for guests to enjoy at this property.

Does Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive feature a casino on the premises?

No, Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive?

No, this property doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 3 outdoor pools.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this all-inclusive property, including a private beach, a beach bar, and 3 outdoor pools.

Does Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this all-inclusive property.

Does Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive.

Are there connecting rooms at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this all-inclusive property.

How close is the airport from Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive?

The closest major airport to Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive is Las Americas Intl. Airport (SDQ), which is 22.1 mi away (33 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive?

Yes, every guestroom at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Does Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive.

Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

4/10 Poor

MING TAO

Traveled with family

Aug 25, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Al llegar, no había parqueo, tuvimos que dar una vuelta para entrar por la salida del hotel; luego metemos en una fila que nos duró una hora y más para terminar el check-in, y cuando entramos a la habitación como a las 4 de la tarde, escuchamos un ruido fuerte que sale de la caja de breaker, llamamos a reportar y vino una persona de mantenimiento para revisar, dijo que se dañó algo y regresara con la pieza, así esperamos hasta casi 9 de la noche que no podemos descansar, tuvimos que ir a la recepción para reclamar nuevamente, y finalmente nos informaron que no se encontraba la pieza y nos cambiaron a otra habitación. Lo peor es, la piscina que pertenezca a la habitación SWIM OUT de esa categoría estaba sucia ....

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR

Jul 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The only thing is that they should put motors in the pools so that the water stays cleaner since the filters are always turned off.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marlene

Traveled with family

Jul 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Amenities

Pasamos 2 noches. Nos encantó. Era nuestra segunda visita. Todo muy limpio, comida variada, amplias habitaciones y excelente servicio al huésped por todo el personal del Hotel. Aunque marqué mi estadía excelente, aquí algunos detalles que entiendo podrían tomar en cuenta para mejorar: cuando servían el café nunca ponen cucharitas para moverlo, siempre tuve que pedirlas. En el área de buffet no ponen cucharas, no entendí por qué pero no es parte del arreglo de la mesa. Desorganización en el check in, larga espera, llegamos con mucha antelación y completamos los formularios del protocolo mientras llegaban las 3:00 p.m. hora del check in. Nos acercamos y nos dijeron que nos llamarían por los nombres. Espera y más espera. Atendían otras personas que llegaron en ese momento, grupos de personas que no habían sido llamadas y les hacían el check in. Me acerqué de nuevo al front desk y le digo que tenemos rato esperando ser llamados que qué pasaba pues atendían personas que acababan de llega al hotel antes que a nosotros. Así me atendieron. En el check in 3 estrellas solamente. 5 estrellas para las instalaciones y 02 estrellas para el show nocturno, muy pobre. 05 estrellas para las atenciones del personal al huésped

Zip line, lo que más disfrutaron mis 2 invitadas

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ana Rosa

Jul 23, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lehys

Traveled with family

Jul 22, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I honestly never complain about anything and I never do reviews for anything however if this review can help at least one person not waste their money then I’m ok with it. I’m Dominican but I live in the U.S and I decided to stay here with my family and spent over 1k for 4 nights which is a decent price for a “good” resort and this resort is FAR from being good. Their food is TERRIBLE, nothing tastes decent. On top of that we saw a cockroach walking around the food in their snack bar by the beach which had burgers, French fries etc (food tastes disgusting by the way and uncooked) . The beach is dirty we even found broken glass in the sand. They have a kids club and both times I tried to go during their alleged open hours it was closed. I honestly would not recommend it at all.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cesar

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner

Jul 21, 2025

Overall it was ok . I invited a friend to go and they had a terrible experience with their room. Their toilet was clogged and no service after complaining. Never again

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Jul 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great place for couples and family!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Gabriela

Jul 16, 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

The food was terrible! Bland, cold and the buffet has very limited options. Low quality food. The room we stayed in had such a horrible smell we had to switch rooms. Everything seemed deteriorated and unkept. Burn holes in sheets, toilet seat stained and scratched, pillows deformed and hard. Nightly entertainment was boring and forced. The guests were all locals and this made the stay feel less like somewhere I wanted to be. Apparently the resort has been through several management changes and deteriorates more each year. Lets not forget the constant harassment from elite collection. From the moment you arrive until they finally get you to sit for a 90 minute speech about joining their timeshare “VIP” program. They will wait for you outside your room and pressure you all with the promise of free gifts (beach bag, and T shirts) insisting on being heard taking up time of your precious vacation. The bar has horrible low quality drinks, frozen drinks that never seem to be frozen and mostly flat sodas. All pools had dirty cloudy water. Overall I would not recommend this resort to anyone that wants to have a good time and enjoy good eats. I would not even recommend a day pass. Take your money and go elsewhere!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jozef

Jul 16, 2025

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Jul 16, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miledys, Santo Domingo Norte

Jul 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Traveled with family

Jul 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosalind, Cape Coral

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group

Jul 7, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Unfortunately, I was disappointed with certain aspects of the facilities. The cleanliness of the pool did not meet my expectations, and I observed leaks in the rooms of my building. Additionally, the food at the buffet lacked flavor, which was surprising given the culinary reputation of resorts in the Dominican Republic. During check-in, I encountered an issue where the front desk staff insisted that I pay an additional resort fee of $300 ($150 per adult), which was not mentioned on my invoice. When I inquired about this fee, the staff member consulted with a colleague and ultimately informed me that the payment was not necessary. This confusion set a negative tone for my trip. While I did not pay this fee, one member of my group did initially pay it but later received a refund upon realizing that the rest of us had not been charged. Furthermore, I felt somewhat uncomfortable during my stay due to the presence of a significant number of local guests, which created an uneasy atmosphere for my family and friends. While we made the best of our trip and fortunately did not experience any incidents, it still affected our overall comfort. I appreciate your attention to these matters and hope that my feedback will help improve the experience for future guests.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARELYS

Jul 6, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

Traveled with partner

Jul 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Our experience here was nothing short of amazing! The staff is extremely caring, helpful and knowledgeable on everything we needed. From the moment we arrived till check out everything was perfect! Food options were wonderful. Dinning at night was excellent. Pools and beach clean. But I can’t stress enough how amazing the staff is! Special thank you to Alejandro, Kendy, Scarlett Louise, Jose and Jesus. They made our stay exceptionally great.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lucy

Jul 4, 2025

I didn’t like the changes that were made to the buffet area. It’s

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tyrell

Jul 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This was my first time at this location last year I went to the Puerto Plata location I think I liked that one a little more but this was just as nice

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

masterpro

Traveled with family

Jun 20, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The only downside was construction in front of the main entrance. Was very dusty and loud. Overall was a nice stay!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anilsa

Traveled with family

Jun 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

They need to work on the food. The buffet was a bit disappointing as far as variety.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kenneth

Jun 16, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Evelina

Jun 10, 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

MARY

Jun 9, 2025

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Jun 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Traveled with family

Jun 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We all agreed 4.5, but only whole numbers allowed so we did 4. All complaints we had were very minor. Patio door that didn't slide well, sales pitch for the membership could have been shorter and more to the point. Lots of people peddling goods on the beach. The good.... staff was super friendly and helpful. Not just some, but every single person. Beach was clean and well maintained. Food was delicious.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Lazy

Jun 5, 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Cleanliness

The staff were great, and the outside was beautiful. That being said pillows were stiff room was covered in dust theres only one restaurant all others are closed the swim out room is pointless as there is no way to clean the pool.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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Juan Dolio

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Food and drink

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Emotions by Hodelpa - Juan Dolio - All inclusive Reviews

Reviews

Good

8.2/10

8.2/10

7.8/10

7.8/10

8.2/10

Reviews

4/10 Poor

MING TAO

MING TAO

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR

VICTOR

8/10 Good

Marlene

Marlene

4/10 Poor