Family hotels and homes in El Francés

vrfx United Kingdom

what's not to like, location is amazing, hosts are awesome and this is THE best place to stay to visit Playa Rincon which is a must if you visit DR

Jake United States

The property is big and beautiful. We loved the layout of the house and had fun making food in the kitchen! Having the ocean in the backyard was amazing. The pool was great to cool off in- and we really enjoyed having the house dog stay with us because we were missing our dogs at home! She is VERY sweet. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone!

Ramon O. United States

Las vistas son expectaculares!

Buffington United States

The location is about 20 minutes from the marina. The property overlooks a sunny beach with tall palm trees, turquoise blue water, clear skies. The beach is not accessible from the outdoor patio but it is accessible from the front of the building by parking. The drive into town on the Las Gallaras winding road has a few major potholes so driving carefully is a must but this is a residential area. Upon arrival, check in was seamless. We waited for less than 5 minutes as another party was being checked in. The receptionist speaks English which makes it good for Spanish speaking learners. We were given wrist bands for property access (which is inconvenient) and a map to find the location. The owner Yris welcomed us when we were checking in and she also told us how find the condo. Although we had a map and direction, we ended up going to the wrong building- maybe it was the Roman numerals on the buildings that contributed to this but after we walked to the adjacent building, we had to walk up a steep incline to get back to our car while we were carrying luggage and groceries. We saw a groundsman, asked for direction and he walked us to the door and helped with our luggage. The condo is down two short flight of stairs. Upon the bottom of the stairs, I saw cat waste at the other end of the hall in front of another condo door. It was cleaned up after I asked. The kitchen is spacious, has an electric stove and is adjacent to the dining area and living room. The patio is a nice size overlooking the beach and has nice patio furniture. There is a washer. There is air conditioning in the dining area, a fan in the living area, and air conditioning in the bed room which cools the place fast. The kitchen is stocked with condiments, pots and pans. The bathroom is stocked with bath towels and toilet paper. The water gets hot. There is little storage space in the bedroom but there is a dresser. There’s a closet next to the bathroom. Overall, it’s a comfortable condo.

Aishah United States

the view and the swimming pool!

MARIA Mexico

It was beautiful and the staff was amazing!!!

Muriel Canada

A truly magical place! The service was beyond our expectations, the staff very warm and joyful, always available and attentive to our needs. We were served delicious homemade food, which you can tell is made with lots of love, and most of which comes fresh from their permaculture site (conuco). The place itself is breathtaking, with lush vegetation, full of magic and truly soothing. The cabins are clean, comfortable and spacious, and it's so peaceful at night, I sleep like a baby! Bonus: a mango tree right in front of our cabin - what else can you ask for? There are a few pools and gazebos to enjoy a bit of privacy. And it's a 10-minute ride from Playa Rincón and Caño Frío, which I really enjoyed. Overall, it's the perfect place to relax, reconnect with yourself and nature, recharge your batteries. Let yourself be taken care of, you won't regret it! It's my third time there and will definitely come back. Highly recommend.

Santo_NL Netherlands

I would like to share my experience at Hacienda Cocuyo, which was truly amazing. The peaceful and serene ambiance, combined with the breathtaking natural surroundings, made it an unforgettable stay. The rooms were fantastic and comfortable, and the fresh mountain air and sea breeze were invigorating. The restaurant had a varied menu, offering both local and international basic dishes, although if you are looking for extensive local cuisine and more variety, it's just a 10-minute drive away. The locally-made breakfast was delicious and a perfect way to start the day, while evenings spent by the campfire near the pool with a cocktail, wine, or local beer were magical. The staff at Hacienda were incredibly service-minded and helpful, making the whole experience even more special. I also appreciated the ECO-friendly approach of the place, with no lifts, no TV or AC in the room, pure back to basics and one with nature! Overall, I would highly recommend Hacienda Cocuyo to anyone looking for a peaceful, relaxing, and memorable vacation.

Sergiy Ukraine

Lovely place,very quiet, because it's located far from noisy roads,and they are noisy,well like everywhere in DR,so you will sleep like a baby. Staff was really helpful. We stayed at villa 8,"Amber", everything is exactly like on photos, the living room bed is really big,our 10 year old daughter wanted to sleep with us, and it was enough space for three of us, single bed next to it is perfect for adult, i am 195 cm, tried it,and it was perfect There is also another bedroom and one with double bunk bed which is good for to adults or kids The territory is beautiful, every villa has a barbecue place outside, so don't forget to grab some supplies Swimming pool and jacuzzi with warm water up to 23:00,so you can enjoy romantic evening in one. In the villa the is a kitchen with all necessary stuff and if you need anything extra...well, like i said,staff is really helpful There is also a parking lot inside, the gate is on code,cameras,so it's pretty safe. Nice jym with a pool table and table football, bar/restaurant on the second and 3rd floor with amazing view And ofcourse big old tree on the hill of residence with stone bench with even more amazing view So, to summarize, if ever in las galeras this is a great place to stay,trust me, I have changed quite a few

Michael Germany

Excellent location, loved the place