Are there all-inclusive benefits at Whala!boca Chica?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Activities include snorkelling, kayaking, rowing/canoeing and more.

Where is Whala!boca Chica located?

This family-friendly Boca Chica hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Boca Chica Beach and La Matica Island. Nautical Club of Santo Domingo and Caucedo Port are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Whala!boca Chica Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

8/10 Good

lory, milano

12 Jan 2018

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

Proprio sulla spiaggia, mare eccezionale

Sorveglianza ovunque , sconsigliato uscire se non per gite organizzate , spiaggia pulitissima solo davanti a questo resort , cibo ricco e abbondante...ora un mio consiglio : non prendete bevande con ghiaccio!!! Esperienza colorita

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Adi, Astoria, NY

26 Dec 2017

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

Excellent

I loved it. Beach front. the food was delicious..open bar, so i drank ALL DAY.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2017

2/10 Terrible

André, Porto Alegre, RS, Brasil

6 Nov 2017

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

Fui enganado pela Expedia.

Reservei o Hotel Don Juan Beach Resort e qual é minha surpresa quando chego ao hotel? O Hotel estava fechado para reforma. Não recebemos nenhum comunicado da Expedia. Fomos orientados por uma pessoa não identificada do hotel a procurar um outro hotel próximo. Chegando lá, localizaram nossa reserva, porém um hotel horrível, sujo, comida ruim e atendimento ruim com quartos totalmente mofados. Contratamos diária com internet free e neste hotel ofereciam apenas 1 hora de internet por dia em um local perto da piscina que não funcionava. Eu minha esposa fomos enganados pela expedia.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Ignacio

17 Oct 2017

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pretty basic hotel. Very limited all inclusive concept. wifi service was very bad. it was my first time at Boca Chica and I don't think I will stay in there any other time

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

15 Oct 2017

Liked: Staff & service

Not bad for the price

From what I read from prior reviews the hotel was exactly as described. When we arrived however they advised they hadn't received our reservation but 10 minutes later they found it. The amenities were average and it is right on the beach which was very nice and it's located in the heart of Boca chica. They had sufficient security so we felt safe while staying at the hotel. The beds were a little firm but it was okay for one night. I would stay here again but probably wouldn't if it were more than 2 days.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

9 Oct 2017

Liked: Staff & service

Nice hotel nice location on beach

I had all inclusive package. I ate breakfast everyday during my stay here food was alright, after a few days I ate dinner at millionare resturant further down on beach with locals and other tourist because I wanted change of food.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Anonymouse, Miami Beach, Fl

6 Oct 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

It's a good enough hotel for a relaxing weekend

This hotel is good enough if you're not a snob. My original room was definitely going to be very bad. The AC did not work in that room and they put me into the "El Capitain" suite and it was much, much better. If the AC had worked in my unit, I would have upgraded the original room because it was definitely below my standard. The food that is included was actually very good, many options. A lot better than I've had at other all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean. The beach at Don Juan isn't the prettiest beach, but no worries, you can walk next door and grab a bite to eat at the restaurant next door and the beach is much better. It's amazing how much the beach changes in just a few hundred feet. They are very relaxed next door, you can bring your drinks from Don Juan, but honestly, everything is so cheap you dont even need to. The downside to DR is the beach peddlers...they are relentless and plentiful. It really does take away from the beauty of the place; however, you have to remember--these people live in poverty so be forgiving, understanding and polite. The area around the resort is not very safe. Definitely not safe at night, but I'm a large risky guy and did both. At one point, I did have to pay Polica in exchange for them leaving me alone. If you want to go out at night, this is the kind of stuff you might run into anywhere in the Dominican Republic. Use it for a weekend beach getaway, rest up and skip trying to find nightlife.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

David

23 Sept 2017

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

Amazing staff and very accommodating every time I come here

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Edgardo

19 Sept 2017

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

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

12 Sept 2017

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing but accessible beach hotel

Upon arrival the staff at the reception needed to reconfirm our reservation although it was made over a week before arriving like if in their system they did not had the reservation. I had to pay USD 7 fee that I was not aware that I needed to pay. The reservation was made requesting ocean/pool view and the room was facing another building. The room had a humidity smell. The TV did not work. There were no entertainment shows. Our room neighbors had teenagers who were making a lot of noise. The beach was beautiful but had lots of sea plants which can make the time at the ocean less pleasant for some people. The food was abundant and tasty. It is near (9km) to the airport and to Santo Domingo (30min driving).

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

4/10 Poor

Maria, Italia

31 Aug 2017

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

l'hotel è pari a un 2 stelle italiano, non bisogna avere molte pretese né in merito alla ristorazione né in merito ai servizi, in camera non sempre arrivava l'acqua e tanto meno quella calda, comunque lo staff cerca di risolvere le problematiche, anche in merito al cibo quando mancava qualcosa su richiesta la fornivano. Quella che merita lode è la posizione dell'hotel in Boca Chica, direttamente sul mare e sulla Duarte, strada principale e a due passi dalla fermata dell'autobus per la capitale. La spiaggia non è strettamente privata, nel senso che passano gli ambulanti e chiunque altro ma la vigilanza dell'hotel è molto attenta. Il problema è il paesino di Boca Chica che ogni anno regredisce, diventando sempre più squallido.

Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

22 Aug 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

They Can't speak English, too many kids on beach.. resort was old needed remodeling... only 1 pool for kids always full... balcony door didn't have lock on... wasn't happy and will not go again... food was horrible

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Gualbert , pembroke Pines, Florida

16 Aug 2017

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

reasonable place

Had a very pleasant time at the hotel. Everyone were courteous. Service was good. the beach was excellent. We had no complaints.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

15 Aug 2017

Liked: Staff & service

Not enough to do there, animationteam perfect only from Thursday till sunday the rest of the week quilt. The must repair a lot pff thinks but they didn't. Cleaning in and arround the swimmingpool is bad condition. When you want to do something else you must travel a while . Disco in the hotel , nothing to do and in Boca Chica die the rest only ome other disco

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

24 July 2017

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

La pase muy bien, mejor de lo que esperaba, me buscaron una habitación con una vista estupenda y mejor de lo que imaginaba, en general muy bien, quede complacida.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Frank

20 July 2017

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

Excelente Hotel

Un lugar muy lindo .una playa hermosa y excelente hotel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

12 July 2017

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

Good place to stay before/after flying into SD. The surrounding area is a little sketchy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

unhappy , ma

8 July 2017

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

View was beautiful room was clean and welcoming

People at resort would not wait on us until their own were waited on horrible service with waiters also others,were asked before us white folk_ surprised in this day and age venders on beach were,all over u everyday had to go to our room to have a uninterrupted conversation

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

8 July 2017

On the beach but lousy food

Hotel accommodations are good but all inclusive dinning and drinks need much improvement. The food was stale and not very tasty.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Pharoah, Atlanta GA

5 July 2017

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Someone Save Don Juan Resort

I used to love this place. Has an excellent location would have good activities every night to entertain guests and buffet was decent. All has changed. The food is iffy the entertainment is minimal and the costs has actually went up compared to four years ago. The price charged would be ok if the service was the same but something has happened and its not good for the guests. The lobby service is horrible. Takes 30 minutes if your lucky just to check in even if there is no line. I'm hoping this can be turned aroma nd they need new mananagement fast. Guests pay to get checked in and enjoy the beach not to waste half the vacation day for the check in process and waiting while you take a phone call every two minutes. . It's actually rude.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Diver, Miami, FL

30 June 2017

Basic accomodations by the beach

Location = Great Food = Disappointing, but plenty Staff = OK Bed = Firm Toiletries = None Drinks = Always Flowing

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

26 June 2017

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

Did not like the surrounding. Not secure area

Just getting to the hotel was scary. Would not recommend, people following tou and asking for money. You cannot leave the hotel premises.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Lingling

23 June 2017

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

near sea, bien

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

5 June 2017

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Agradable

Estuvo bueno lo único no hay mucha variedad en la comida y no tiene mucho restaurante

Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

30 May 2017

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

Good!

Very good! Just the food is not that good.... When u travel you want to try different plates and tasteful.. but food is a 2 out of 5.. overall, staff are really good and decent.

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