Hotel Casa Don Luis Cap Cana by Faranda Boutique

Great place to stay super quiet great staff

Our stay was amazing! Service was out of this world. So cute

What a little gem! Among the big resorts and fast paced hotels, this small boutique hotel stands out for its uniqueness, accommodations, and an impressive staff led by Jonal. Our room was well appointed with quality bedding, comfortable bed and quiet AC. We were upgraded to room #1 that has a private sitting room where we had morning coffee and breakfast and afternoon tea. The attention to detail and service provided by Jonal and staff needs to be mentioned because it was the highlight of our experience. Every morning we were greeted with an excellent selection of breakfast options, my favorite was the waffles and eggs Benedict. The preparation and service worthy of 5 stars. Outside the hotel within a short walk are some excellent restaurants; I recommend Noah’s for seafood and The Scene for authentic Dominican fare. Also, Dolce, for a great selection of baked desserts and gelato. Unfortunately, we didn’t use the beach because of the seasonal seaweed that is attacking all of Punta Cana. But the community pool was a short distance and we spent an afternoon participating in the different pool activities. I should mention that the hotel has small pool, a great way to unwind after a long day of sightseeing. There is also a cart that will take you and pick you up from the beach. The beach, is not walkable because of the road construction. Again, if you’re looking for a unique, slower, more personal experience, this is your place. I highly recommend, and would stay here again.

la atencion es excelente el lugar muy hermoso nos gusto mucho me gustaria regresar posiblemente

Great hotel and staff. I highly recommend and will be returning again!

The staff was wonderful, friendly, helpful and thoroughly accommodating.

We had the most incredible stay at this hotel in the Dominican Republic, and I can confidently say it was the best hotel and service experience I have ever had. From the moment we arrived, the staff treated us with genuine care, but one person in particular, Jonel, made our trip unforgettable. He truly knows everyone and makes every guest feel like family. Any request we had was not only fulfilled but exceeded. He speaks 7–8 languages, which was so impressive, but even more than that—he is a kind, genuine person beyond his role. He constantly reminded us that we were at home, and his world-class service is unmatched anywhere I’ve stayed. The hotel itself is a hidden gem—clean, quaint, and full of charm. The central garden feels like a private jungle retreat, peaceful and beautiful. Its marina location is excellent, surrounded by amazing dining options all within walking distance. The hotel also offers complimentary golf cart rides to the nearest beach, just a lovely 10-minute ride away. For more adventure, it’s only a quick $4 taxi to Juanillo Beach, which was wonderful. Guests can also enjoy pools located above the hotel in the marina villa areas, as well as a 24-hour bar right at the hotel. Near the pools, there’s even a cozy beach bar with a relaxed atmosphere. These little touches made the stay feel both elevated and welcoming. We also want to highlight Niel and Leandro, who went above and beyond to make our stay special. The entire team is a true credit to the hotel.

This hotel is just as the images shared and more beautiful in person ! Charming and warm welcoming staff made the stay even that much better ! The breakfast is varied and delicious ! My family and I enjoyed every day of our 7 days there and will return!

Loved the staff particularly the hospitality offered by Fray and most definitely Jonel. They made my experience feel at home. Will visit again for sure. Recommend a golf cart be used to transport guess to their cars as parking can be limiting and a bit far. Overall experience outweighs this minor inconvenience. Place is beautiful. Fully recommend.

Lovely place, wonderful staff

Friendly staff. Well designed common areas. A few “bait and switch” moments. Beach is not a 4 minute walk away as stated in description. You actually have to ask the staff to drive you there. The beach was ok, and an extra $20 per person. None of these extra costs are disclosed in the description. Gym is also $10 per person. Again, listed as an amenity but not transparent about extra costs. Breakfast was ok, but not worth $25 per person. We opted to eat elsewhere.

Our stay was incredible. Very relaxing and comfortable. The grounds are beautiful and well kept. The breakfast was amazing. The rooms are clean and comfy. The staff is extremely attentive and cordial. Cudos to Jonel, Frai, Neil and Domingo! Looking forward to returning.

Property was beautiful and honestly very romantic loved it

Their service is stellar!!! The best reception I have ever received in a hotel, Jonel was incredibly attentive (and also the other guy that is at the reception but I forgot his name) they're attentiveness, details in the room and overall experience was incredible!!!!

Very nice place, highly recomended

Best hotel I ever stayed in. Élégant, quiet, beautiful. We got the room with the veranda. It was marvelous. Breakfast on the veranda exquisite. The concierge Jonnel was amazing. He real care deeply about his guests. The speaks 7 languages, including French..which, I gladly spoke with him. He arranged for transportation and made restaurants reservations for us. Served us breakfast on our private veranda. Anything he could to make sure our stay was very pleasant. My wife and I will absolutely go back.

Love this place

A Peaceful Gem in Punta Cana I had a truly wonderful stay at Hotel Don Pablo Faranda Punta Cana. If you're looking for a quiet, relaxing getaway, this is the perfect spot. The atmosphere is calm and low-key, which made it easy to unwind and enjoy every moment. The common areas are beautifully maintained and offer a great space to relax, read, or just enjoy the surroundings. Everything felt very peaceful and welcoming, and the staff were kind and helpful throughout my stay. It’s not a party scene, which I really appreciated—it felt like a hidden gem for those who want to escape the crowds and just enjoy some tranquility in paradise. I would definitely return and recommend it to anyone looking for a serene and comfortable stay in Punta Cana.

The staff was very friendly and helpful.

Highly recommend, charming hotel, lots of dining options walking distance, wonderful service and amazing staff. Can not wait to go back

Nice property near the Marina.

Todo fue increible

Está agradable , cómoda , buenas atenciones en la recepción , buen aire acondicionado de la habitación

Beautiful place to go with your partner.

Where do I begin. This property is SO unique! The grounds are stunning, with lush vegetation and unique architecture. The staff, including a man who works at the front desk (the one who speaks multiple languages and is always in the best mood possible while being genuine and not overly fake which is a HUGE asset to a boutique hotel of this kind. I'm so sorry I forget his name, but you know who you are!) The breakfast was simply fabulous every morning and well worth the $25 for the quality and variety of the food you can order from the menu. It was simply devine. I travel a lot for work and also work in international hospitality so I mean it when I say it that you should try this hotel - you won't regret it!

Great staff

Amazing.

Only thing is bathrooms need to be brighter, restrooms need to be very bright.

The hotel was fabulous. Nice (expensive) restaurants nearby. There was nothing to do in the area.

Excelente

Discovered Faranda Cap Cana by luck. Reviews were excellent. It’s newly opened. Great property. Very quaint and staff is excellent. Choose the breakfast option in your booking. It’s delicious. Little plunge pool was perfect to cool off and the roof top patio is beautiful. Would be nice to have a bigger pool but access to nearby resort is included if you want. API beach is private and stunning. A little on the expensive side but worth a day visit. Noah and Drago Grill were our two fave restaurants. Used the SI Fit gym a lot ($10 daily pass). Nice feature. All the staff at the hotel is lovely and friendly. Very clean. Feels like a Spanish village. Very unique. We like quiet so it was perfect for a relaxing week. Set on the nearby marina and the views are beautiful! Recommend!

Honestly I have all good things to say. The people were amazing, helpful, kind and friendly. I’m very grateful for the experience and how easy it was to get around to other attractions. They definitely made my birthday especial and I really loved that they decorated my room to celebrate me

The staff at the property is what really shines. Jannel was the absolute epitome of hospitality. Neal was beyond wonderful and drove us to the beach even tho he didn't know where we were going exactly. The bartender ws gracious and made excellent drinks. The hotel is def in need of some tweaking in order for us to give it more than 4 stars. Work in progress. But absolutely beautiful! Would recommend.

This place is a little hidden treasure. Everything about it was spectacular. We will be back as soon as we can. We were especially impressed with how nice everybody at the hotel and in the neighborhood was. Highly recommended.

We were very impressed with this hotel. All of the staff were super friendly and accommodating. Also very pet friendly! We will be returning as soon as possible.

Great boutique hotel in cap cana. A welcome oasis in a sea of all inclusives and mass hotels

Cozy is the epitome of Hotel Casa Don Luis. The room was not large but the attention to detail, romantic atmosphere and the unsurpassed friendliness of the staff made up for the small room.

Good place for restaurante and walking around the plaza.

I love this small boutique hotel. The staff were fabulous. We needed a few days to just relax, and this was perfect. The rooftop bar is a special place to spend the evening.

I love how friendly the staff, available for any issues, the small setting made it very personable. The hotel setting is not your typical hotel chain and has so much charm and warmth. This was one of the best hotel experience I had. I also really love the restaurant choices around the hotel. I would really highly recommend it to anyone planning to stay in Cap Cana.

Excellent hotel and lovely staff

The staffs at casa don luis are all amazingly nice. My special appreciation is also to Jone(J) for his incredible hospitality and support while stayed there. Cheers

La propiedad es muy bonita pero le hace falta mucho detalles.

Todo esta muy nuevo el personal es super atento, la propiedad esta en la marina de Cap Cana excelente vista

The hotel is situation in a nice, quiet marina area. There are multiple restaurants and activities within a short walking distance from the hotel. The staff at the hotel was wonderful and welcoming. I was able to manage well with only knowing a little Spanish. The staff was patient with me and there was someone on site that could speak English. The drinks and breakfast were delicious. We only had one issue with the hot water being out, but this was fixed rather quickly by the staff.

Water for showering was cold for entire stay. However staff were shout out to Joel and secure area felt very safe and walkable to several restaurants. Rooftop bar was not staffed during my staff.

La atención desde el inicio a fin fue excepcional, gracias al de recepción. El lugar es muy bello. Tiene buenas opciones para comer dentro del mismo complejo.

Esta en la misma marina de Cap Cana una vista espectacular.

Muy bien

Amazing botique hotel, wonderful staff! 10 out of 10

As a martige for 22 yrs 6 kids we need a quiet time to enjoy each other. This is a place to relax and have a blast with your partner.

Love it

This property was beyond amazing. I do not have one negative comment. The hotel had a tranquil and welcoming feel, like a mini White Lotus, but it did not have all of the drama. Everyone who worked there was so accommodating and pleasant. My best friend and I were there for four nights and most of our interactions were with Neil and Jonel. I hope the hotel recognizes how fortunate they are to have such passionate and caring employees. Though small, the pool was perfect, and with only 11 rooms, none of the shared spaces ever felt crowded. It was the opposite, we hardly saw any of the other guests. Get the breakfast - top-notch. The rooftop bar was spectacular too. I wished we had even just one more day to stay at the hotel and continue to enjoy the magic of this special space. I cannot recommend Hotel Casa Don Luis Cap Cana by Faranda Boutique enough. And again, thank you, Neil and Jonel, for going above and beyond to make our time at your hotel so memorable.

I enjoyed staying here; the ambience is so good. The staff were very hospitable and super helpful. If I'm ever in the Dominican, I would love to stay here again.

Muy buena experiencia

Beautiful property. Staff is wonderful

This was a wonderful experience! The property is beautiful! Jonel who was one of the staff working at the hotel was very nice and polite. Would definitely recommend to come.

The staff at this property is incredible. We were greeted with coconut juice and champagne, along with chocolate covered strawberries. Everyone was friendly and happy to help. The restaurants here exceeded expectations. We were mind blown by how good the food is. The rooftop bar has possibly the best pina colada I’ve had. The nearby restaurant, Noah, is incredible all around. It’s very easy to get around as Ubers in the area is affordable. The area is also high end, secured, and quiet. The ocean views are gorgeous, and the property is well presented. Towels and bathrobes feel luxurious. Minor notes for improvement: We wished there were more outlets in our room (the only one we found that weren’t connected to electrical appliances already was the in bathroom). As we were on the ground floor, there were bugs that easily came in. Our AC was a tad broken as it made odd but persistent noises and required some fixing. What would have been our room better would be access to a microwave and a coffee machine (although these features weren’t advertised anyway). Note that the hotel provides a bar soap but no body wash. The toilet paper could have been thicker. Our TV didn’t quite work (it turns on but can’t access Netflix and Apple TV). The bathroom mirror looked like it was a smart light mirror but the light doesn’t turn on. We couldn’t find the iron in our room but the staff brought us one. Overall we were impressed with the hotel and would recommend staying there.

This property is a beautiful and elegant oasis in the Punta Cana area. Every detail is exquisitely designed, from the stained glass windows in the main building, to the palms and orchids in the fountain area where we would have our breakfast every morning. That being said, the best part of our stay there was the staff. Jose, Janel, and Carla made us feel like honored family guests.

I recently stayed at Hotel Don Luis by Faranda Boutique and had a wonderful experience… I have stayed in nearly every resort in Punta Cana and Cap Cana… I can easily say this is the best experience Ive ever had. The cost works out to about the same as an all inclusive but the quality of the restaurants in the Plaza next to the hotel are amazing. I will also say that the people working at the hotel are wonderful and really care. Jose, Carla, Jonel, Neil… thank you for a beautiful experience this past week. I will definitely return.

We checked in late evening and Jonel recieved us with drinks and a fresh coconut. Suoer friendly sraff. There is a courtyard where yiu feelnyiu are in Europe, very romantic and quiet. Walking distance to everywhere and super safe. Will be back!!.

Place was lovely. Service was amazing. Cozy and quiet!

Just one night before heading away from Punta Cana. The hotel is very cute, super friendly staff, quirky design. Very small pool. In a weird fake village, but with a few very nice restaurants. Would recommend as a stop over, likely not for more than 1-2 nights

Beautiful room and surroundings

Absolutely fantastic. The staff and property were outstanding. This is a very nice hotel, and the marina ate has everything you need. We highly recommend. Rick & Sarah

I don’t even know where to start. The customer service at this hotel is absolutely A1. I surprised my husband with a trip to Cap Cana for his birthday, and from the moment we arrived we were treated so graciously. During our check in process we were served very refreshing coconut water as well as some margaritas to kick off the weekend. Check in was quick and we were escorted to our room. Our room was clean and even had the birthday decorations I asked for. We later had issues with the air conditioning in the room, but that was resolved immediately. The hotel was able to accommodate us with a different room that was even more beautiful and well kept. We were then surprised with a romantic setup for the inconvenience upon our return from one of our excursions the following day. This hotel was absolutely gorgeous, exactly as pictured. The staff is courteous, friendly, prompt, & made us feel more like family instead of traveling guest. If I can give 10,000 stars I would. We will definitely choose Hotel Casa Don Luis if we ever return to Punta Cana! Thank you for your services.

It was a good experience, lovely staff and open roof top which was pleasant.

Everything was great. We had a problem with the AC but were given another room with no problems. It is a great little spot if you are looking for some quiet time. It’s a little hard to find and the road is one lane for traffic going both ways so it’s a little tricky. But after you park it’s all good.

Staying at Casa don luis was an absolute sensory pleasure. It was like an oasis with lush greens and trickling water fountain next to the gorgeous blue waters of Marina Cap Cana. The service was exceptionally warm (thank you Jonel and Alejandro!). The staff was attentive and made us feel so very special. The breakfast was absolute value for money, the views from rooftop bar were breathtaking and the calmness of staying in this church-converted property was unparalleled. Excellent choice if you are looking to reconnect with yourself.

So I had originally planned on staying right by the airport as I came in the night prior to our All-Inclusive stay. All airport hotels were sold out. This is how and why I ended up at the Hotel Casa Don Juan. I had no idea this was a small 11 room boutique hotel. Absolutely amazing! Super super cool and the staff were terrific. I will be back again!

The staff are very kind and really go all out. There are not too many options on what to do in Cap Cana, but we enjoyed the few restaurants nearby, and the lovely, peaceful roof terrace. We'd certainly return.

Exeptional place! Friendly staff

This hotel is an absolute gem! It is quaint with impeccable design and a very beautiful interior courtyard. The rooms are gorgeous and comfortable. And to top it off, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure you are comfortable ñ, are enjoying your stay and have everything you need should you want to stay in and enjoy the hotel. Carla, Leo, Yo el, Neil and José are excellent hosts. We highly recommend Hotel Casa Don Luis in Cap Cana. We will definitely return with family and friends!

Super padre

Excelente

Very beautiful property.

It is a traveler's gem.

We learned the hotel just opened. There were only two other guests, aside from us. Overall, the hotel is very nice, with some work to be done (no windows that could be opened, some trouble with shower draining correctly). Common areas are beautiful with lots of green around. Having breakfast on rooftoop terrace was a highlight. Staff was fantastic. They will take you to a fantastic beach close by. What put us off a bit were the surroundings. Cap Cana is a work in progress. Probably will be amazing in some years, but it seems now as a movie set, with more people working at restaurants or a few shops, than visitors. It was a nice experience, but I would not recommend it for the near future.