Nestled between swaying palms and the turquoise waters of Cabarete Bay, Cabarete Maravilla Ecolodge was created with one simple dream: to offer an unforgettable escape that leaves the earth better than we found it. Every structure, every meal, every experience is designed with deep respect for the land, the ocean, and the local community.
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Solar Panel Energy ConsciousWe run entirely on clean solar energy with zero-waste water systems.
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Ocean Conservation Partner10% of every stay supports our local coral reef restoration program.
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Farm-to-Table CuisineAll meals are crafted from organic, locally-sourced Dominican ingredients.
Accommodations
Rest in Harmony with Nature
Each of our unique retreats blends comfort with the raw beauty of the Caribbean — no plastic, no excess, just pure, serene living. See full room comparison & rates →
Most Popular
Eco Deluxe Room
Our signature eco-room blends natural materials with modern comfort — bamboo furnishings, a private terrace, and lush garden or ocean views just steps from the beach.
🛏 Queen Bed👥 2 Guests🌿 Garden/Ocean View
$120 / night · 2 guests · incl. breakfast
Climate Comfort
A/C Deluxe Room
All the beauty of our eco-rooms plus the luxury of air conditioning — perfect for families or groups who want cool, restful nights after a full day of Caribbean adventures.
🛏 King Bed👥 2–4 Guests❄️ Air-Conditioned
$140 / night · 2 guests · incl. breakfast
+$30 per extra person (up to 4 guests)
Elevated
Garden Treehouse
Perched among tropical treetops, this magical hideaway offers canopy-level views, a wraparound deck, and a stargazing skylight above the bed.
🛏 Queen Bed👥 2–6 Guests🌿 Garden View
$130 / night · 2 guests · incl. breakfast
+$30 per extra person (up to 6 guests)
Beachfront
Eco Bungalow
A charming standalone bungalow nestled among tropical palms, with a private porch, outdoor shower, and direct access to the beach — pure Caribbean living.
🛏 King Bed👥 2–6 Guests🌊 Beach Access
$150 / night · 2 guests · incl. breakfast
+$30 per extra person (up to 6 guests)
Top Floor · Best Views
Eco Penthouse
Our crown jewel — a rooftop penthouse with sweeping 360° views of the Caribbean Sea and lush jungle, a private sun terrace, and luxury eco-finishes throughout.
🛏 King Bed👥 2–6 Guests🌅 Panoramic View
$150 / night · 2 guests · incl. breakfast
+$30 per extra person (up to 6 guests)
Gallery
Photo & Video Gallery
A look at the property, rooms, events, vibes, and videos.
From the wind-whipped shores of Cabarete to the lush mountains of the Cordillera Septentrional — your adventure starts at your doorstep.
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Kitesurfing & Windsurfing at Kite Beach Cabarete
Kite Beach is 12 minutes from the lodge — the kitesurfing capital of the Caribbean. Flat-water inside the reef, powered kite waves outside. Wind blows side-shore every afternoon, all year long. Learn with world-class instructors or bring your own gear.
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Snorkeling & Diving
Explore vibrant coral gardens and tropical fish in the crystal-clear waters of the bay. Equipment and guides provided.
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Mountain Biking & Hiking in El Choco National Park
Venture into the lush mountains and rainforests of El Choco National Park on guided trails ranging from easy walks to challenging rides.
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Sunrise Yoga & Wellness
Begin each morning with beachfront yoga led by our resident instructor, followed by a fresh juice pressed from our garden.
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Whale Watching in Samaná Bay
From January to March, join our guided boat tours to witness majestic humpback whales in Samaná Bay, just two hours away.
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Cooking & Cultural Tours
Discover local markets, learn traditional Dominican recipes, and enjoy sunset dinners on the beach with our community chefs.
Wellness
Yoga & Massage on the Beach
Slow down and reconnect. Our wellness program pairs sunrise yoga with therapeutic massage — steps from the sand, led by practitioners who call Cabarete home.
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Sunrise Beach Yoga
Begin each morning with a guided beachfront yoga session as the sun rises over the Caribbean Sea, followed by a fresh juice pressed from our garden. All levels welcome; mats provided.
Daily · 7:00 AM · Included for guests
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Massage & Spa Treatments
Unwind with a traditional Dominican or deep-tissue massage from our on-site therapists, using locally-made natural oils. Couples massage and in-room treatments available on request.
By appointment · Book at check-in or via WhatsApp
Get In Touch
Plan Your Stay in Paradise
Ready to escape? Send us a message and our team will craft a personalized itinerary for your Cabarete Maravilla experience within 24 hours.
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LocationCabarete Beach, Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic
Check-in / Check-outCheck-in: from 12:00 PM · Room ready by 2:00 PM at the latest · Check-out: 11:00 AM
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Surfing Paradise
A Surfer's Nest on the Caribbean Coast
Cabarete is one of the world's great surfing destinations — and Cabarete Maravilla Ecolodge sits right at the heart of it. Three surf breaks are within walking distance — left and right waves — and two more are minutes away, making us the perfect beachfront surfing gem for everyone from first-timers to seasoned wave-chasers. Rinse your board, hang your wetsuit, and fall asleep to the sound of the break.
A Perfect Beach Getaway — 4 Hours from the East Coast, Door to Door
Most people think Caribbean means a long haul. It doesn't. Cabarete Maravilla is a tropical beach getaway just 3 hours from New York by air — and with Puerto Plata Airport only 25 minutes away, you're in the pool before most people have cleared JFK baggage claim. A surfing beach getaway 3 hours from New York has never been this easy.
Leave your apartment in New York at 7am. Be in your beachfront cabin, cocktail in hand, watching kitesurfers fly across the bay, by 2pm the same day. No long haul. No jet lag. No all-inclusive crowds. Just you, five world-class surf spots, and the Caribbean Sea — 4 hours door to door from the East Coast.
New York
~3.5 hrs
JFK / EWR → POP · Direct flights on JetBlue & American
Whether you're planning an intimate beach wedding, a corporate retreat with purpose, or a bonfire party under a sky full of stars — Cabarete Maravilla Ecolodge is the perfect private venue. Our beachfront property, tropical gardens, and dedicated team handle every detail so you can simply be present.
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Private Wedding Venue
Say yes on a private Caribbean beach at sunset. Our beachfront gardens and open-air pavilion accommodate intimate ceremonies to full wedding parties of 50+. We handle catering, flowers, music, and accommodation for all your guests — in one stunning location.
Perfect Private Wedding Venue
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Corporate Retreat
Disconnect from the office and reconnect your team. Our private eco-lodge is the ideal setting for strategic off-sites, leadership retreats, and team-building programs. Beachfront brainstorming sessions, morning surf lessons, and farm-to-table dinners included.
Private Corporate Retreat
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Bonfire on the Beach
There is nothing quite like a bonfire on a Caribbean beach with the sound of waves, a sky full of stars, and the people you love most. We set it up, you make the memories. Acoustic music, local rum, and the best night of your trip — guaranteed.
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Private Party Under the Stars
Book the lodge exclusively for your celebration. Birthdays, anniversaries, family reunions — we transform our beachfront terrace into your private open-air venue under the Caribbean night sky. DJ, catering, cocktail bar, and dancing until the sun comes back up.
Good Vibes, Organic Food & the Best Breakfast on the Beach
Organic, Farm-to-Table Cuisine
Every meal at Cabarete Maravilla starts in a garden, not a factory. Our organic breakfast is crafted from locally-sourced Dominican produce — fresh tropical fruit, free-range eggs, cacao from nearby farms, and coffee grown in the mountains above the coast. We are a proudly vegetarian-friendly lodge, with fully plant-based options available at every meal.
Zero single-use plastics. No imported junk. Just clean, nourishing, honest food that tastes the way the Caribbean should.
This is not a resort. It's a community. The kind of place where you arrive as a guest and leave as a friend of the staff, the other travelers, the local fishermen, and the surf instructors. Morning yoga on the beach. Sunset cocktails on the terrace. Stories shared around the bonfire. Cabarete Maravilla is where good vibes are not a marketing line — they're the whole point.
Romantic Retreat
The Most Romantic Beach Escape in the Caribbean
For couples who want more than a hotel room — a private treehouse above the canopy, candlelit dinners on the beach, morning yoga at sunrise, and the sound of waves through open walls at night. Cabarete Maravilla is a romantic retreat unlike anything else in the Dominican Republic.
We are located directly on Cabarete Beach, Puerto Plata Province, Dominican Republic — steps from the famous Kite Beach, the kitesurfing capital of the Caribbean.
What is included in the room price?
All rooms include free breakfast for 2 guests. Rates start at $120/night (Eco Deluxe). Extra guests can be added for $30/person depending on room type.
Kitesurfing and windsurfing at Kite Beach, snorkeling, scuba diving, mountain biking in El Choco National Park, sunrise beach yoga, whale watching in Samaná Bay (January–March), and Dominican cooking classes.
Is the lodge eco-friendly?
Yes — Solar Panel Energy Conscious with zero-waste water systems. We donate 10% of every stay to local coral reef restoration and serve only organic, locally-sourced Dominican cuisine.
What are check-in and check-out times?
Check-in: from 12:00 PM (room guaranteed ready by 2:00 PM). Check-out: by 11:00 AM.
How far is Cabarete Maravilla from New York?
Cabarete is approximately 3.5 hours by direct flight from New York (JFK or EWR) to Puerto Plata International Airport (POP) on JetBlue or American Airlines. With the lodge only 25 minutes from the airport, the total door-to-door travel time is under 5 hours — making us one of the easiest tropical beach getaways from the East Coast.
Is Cabarete Maravilla good for surfers and kitesurfers?
Absolutely. The lodge is a surf and kite paradise with 5 world-class spots within minutes: Playa Encuentro (7-min walk), El Canal (steps away), Perla Marina Beach (on your doorstep), Kite Beach (12 min), and Cabarete Main Beach (10 min). We also cater to wing foilers — Cabarete's consistent trade winds make it one of the best wing foil destinations in the Caribbean.
Can we host a private wedding or event at the lodge?
Yes — Cabarete Maravilla is a stunning private wedding venue, corporate retreat space, and event location. We host beach bonfires, private parties under the stars, anniversary dinners, and full destination weddings. Contact us directly at rescabareteeco@gmail.com or WhatsApp +1 (809) 853-1113 to discuss your event and get a personalised quote.
Is the food organic and vegetarian-friendly?
Yes. We serve organic, farm-to-table cuisine sourced from local Dominican farms and our own gardens. Breakfast is included in all room rates and features fresh tropical fruit, free-range eggs, Dominican cacao, and mountain-grown coffee. We offer fully vegetarian and plant-based options at every meal. Zero single-use plastics throughout the property.
Do you offer airport transfers?
Yes. VIP private transfers are available from Puerto Plata Airport (POP, $35, 15 minutes), Santo Domingo ($180, ~3 hours) and Punta Cana ($290, ~5 hours), all with meet & greet and bottled water/WiFi included.
Are pets allowed at Cabarete Maravilla Ecolodge?
Yes, pets are welcome for a fee of $10 USD per pet per night.
Is the hotel directly on the beach?
Yes. Cabarete Maravilla Ecolodge is a beachfront property directly on Cabarete Beach, with the Caribbean Sea steps from the rooms.
How far is Kite Beach from the ecolodge?
Kite Beach, the Caribbean's premier kitesurfing spot, is about a 12-minute drive from the ecolodge.
Do you offer surf lessons?
Surf lessons and board rentals can be arranged nearby at Playa Encuentro, a 10-minute walk from the ecolodge, from around $10/day for board rentals.
Is there parking available?
Yes, free on-site parking is available for guests.
Is WiFi free at Cabarete Maravilla Ecolodge?
Yes, free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Playa Encuentro Named Caribbean's Top Surf Destination for 2026
Surfing Magazine has ranked Playa Encuentro — just a 7-minute walk from our lodge — as the #1 surf destination in the Caribbean for 2026. The consistent reef break, warm water, and growing surf school scene have put Cabarete firmly on the world surf map. Book your surf trip now before peak season fills up.
June 2026 · 3 min read
🪂 Wing Foil
Cabarete Wing Foil Festival — August 2026
The Caribbean's first dedicated wing foil festival comes to Cabarete this August. The lodge is the official accommodation partner — limited rooms available at festival rates.
May 2026
☀️ Sustainability
We Just Hit 100,000 kWh of Solar Energy Generated
Our rooftop solar array crossed a milestone — 100,000 kWh produced since 2021. That's 100,000 kWh of Dominican grid energy we didn't use.
April 2026
💍 Events
New: All-Inclusive Beach Wedding Package from $2,800
We've launched our first all-inclusive wedding package — ceremony, dinner, bonfire, accommodation for 12 guests, and a free honeymoon night. Enquire now.
March 2026
✈️ Travel
New JetBlue Direct Route: NYC to Puerto Plata Daily from June
JetBlue now operates a daily direct flight from JFK to POP (Puerto Plata). Cabarete Maravilla is 25 minutes from the airport — making it a true 4-hour door-to-door trip from NYC.
February 2026
Blog
Stories, Tips & Surf Reports
Real stories from the lodge, surf reports, travel guides, and the local knowledge that makes your Cabarete trip unforgettable.
Puerto Plata Airport (POP) — 25 min from lodge. Direct flights: JFK 3.5h, MIA 2h, BOS 4h, IAD 3.5h, YYZ 4h, YUL 4h. Car hire or private transfer available. No visa required for US/EU/CA/UK citizens.
Rooms from $120/night including breakfast. Street food $3–8. Restaurant meals $12–25. Surf lesson $40–60. Kite lesson $80/hr. Beer $1.50. Rum cocktail $5. Day trip to 27 Waterfalls $35pp. Airport transfer $25.
27 Waterfalls of Damajagua (45 min), El Choco National Park (15 min), Playa Grande (45 min), Puerto Plata cable car (30 min), Samaná whale watching (2h Jan–Mar), Santo Domingo (3.5h).
Cabarete is safe for tourists. Drink bottled water. Sun protection essential — UV index reaches 11. No vaccinations required for US/EU travelers. Travel insurance recommended. Nearest hospital: Puerto Plata (25 min).
Straight from the people who live here — so your Cabarete trip goes perfectly from the first day.
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Book Surf Lessons Before You Arrive
The best instructors at Encuentro and Kite Beach get booked up fast in high season (Dec–Apr). WhatsApp us and we'll reserve your lessons before check-in.
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The Wind Starts Around 2pm
Cabarete's famous trade winds pick up between 12–2pm every day. Surf in the morning, kite or wing in the afternoon. Perfect split.
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Bring USD — No Need to Exchange
USD is accepted everywhere in Cabarete. ATMs are available but carry some cash for smaller restaurants and street vendors.
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Pack Light — Board Rentals Are Cheap
Quality surfboards, SUPs, and kite gear are all available for rent in Cabarete from $10–30/day. Skip the airline board bag fees.
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Eat Where Locals Eat
Ask us for recommendations. The best sancocho, fresh fish, and tostones are a 5-minute walk away for $5–8 — not at the tourist restaurants on the main strip.
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Sunrise Sessions Are Uncrowded
The surf at Encuentro is empty at 6am. Glass-off conditions, just you and a handful of locals. Our breakfast starts at 7am — perfect timing.
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Book Direct — Always Better Rate
Booking through us directly via WhatsApp or email avoids the 15–20% OTA commission. We pass that saving to you and can customize your stay.
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Whale Season: Book by November
January–March is whale watching season in Samaná Bay (2h away). Rooms fill up months in advance for this window. Book early.
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The Bonfire is Free — Just Ask
Want a beach bonfire on your last night? Just let us know when you check in. We set it up, bring the firewood, and make the magic happen.
Lodge Shop
Take a Piece of Cabarete Home
Organic lodge products, surf gear essentials, Dominican cacao, and Cabarete Maravilla branded gear — shipped worldwide via our Shopify store.
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Dominican Mountain Coffee — 250g
The same single-origin beans we brew at breakfast. Grown at altitude in the Cordillera above Cabarete.
We handle your door-to-door journey so you arrive relaxed and ready to surf. Private air-conditioned vehicles, meet & greet at the arrivals hall, and a driver who knows the North Coast like the back of his hand.
Cabarete Maravilla is just the beginning. Our sister properties and partner lodges across the DR form a perfect island circuit — surf the North Coast, explore the colonial capital, dive the east, and wild-camp the secluded south. One island, five extraordinary stays, one seamless journey. VIP transfers between all properties available.
Tell us how many days you have and what experiences matter most — surf, culture, nature, luxury, or all four. We design your itinerary, book VIP transfers between all properties, and coordinate your entire Dominican Republic adventure.
One Island. Five Stays. One Perfect Trip.
Our team plans and books the entire circuit for you — VIP transfers between all properties, itinerary coordination, activity bookings, and a local contact available 24/7 throughout your Dominican Republic adventure.
We accept all major payment methods worldwide — whether you're booking from New York, Europe, or the Dominican Republic. All payments confirmed within 2 hours by WhatsApp.
Pay → WhatsApp +1 (809) 853-1113 your receipt → confirmed within 2h · Free cancellation 48h before check-in
Pets Welcome
🐾 Pet Friendly Eco Lodge
Cabarete Maravilla welcomes your four-legged family members. Bring your dog, cat or small pet and enjoy the beach, the gardens and the good vibes together.
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$10 USD per pet · per night Added to your room rate at check-in. Covers extra cleaning and garden access.
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Beach & garden access Pets are welcome on our private beach and lodge gardens. Keep them on a leash in common areas.
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Not on beds or furniture Bring your pet's own bed or blanket — we provide a mat on request.
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Tell us in advance Mention your pets when booking so we can assign a garden-facing room and prepare everything.
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All sizes welcome Small dogs, big dogs, cats and other small pets — just make sure they're comfortable around other guests.
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Eco-friendly products We use pet-safe, non-toxic cleaning products throughout the lodge.
How Many Pets Are You Bringing?
Adjust the counter and WhatsApp us — we'll add your pets to the booking and have everything ready.
