Amanera sits on a dramatic clifftop above the golden sands of Playa Grande, on the Dominican Republic's pristine north coast. Backed by jungle and fronted by the Atlantic, the resort spreads across 2,000 acres of hillside, with mountains behind and miles of seacoast below. Days move slowly here, shaped by ocean breezes and shaded terraces. It suits couples seeking privacy, golfers drawn by an oceanfront course, and families or friends who want space to explore together.

Modernist casitas dot the hillside and coastline, each with unobstructed ocean or bay views through floor-to-ceiling glass. The 77 square metre Casitas offer a king-size bed, living area and walk-in closet, opening onto generous terraces. Pool Casitas add a private heated pool, while the Pool and Hill Duo Casita links two bedrooms by an open-air breezeway. For ultimate privacy, the two-bedroom Bay View Casa spans 244 square metres with its own infinity pool and personal host.

Golf is a highlight, with access to a Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed course where ten holes sit directly above the ocean. Surfing, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding can be arranged along the coast, and nearby Cabarete Bay is famed for kitesurfing. Guided hikes explore protected jungle home to more than 160 bird species, while horseback rides wander through teak plantations and coastal villages. Paddle to the mangroves of Laguna Gri Gri for a quieter adventure.

Wellness and outdoor living shape the resort. The clifftop spa draws on Taíno healing traditions, with treatments offered in secluded beach pavilions or in your casita. An open-air wellness platform looks out to sea, alongside a fitness centre and an infinity pool. Tennis, pickleball, padel and half-court basketball are available, and bicycles are provided. Daily wellness classes and children's activities are scheduled, and non-motorised watersports equipment can be used freely.

Dining celebrates seasonal, sustainable ingredients from the Dominican Republic. Casa Grande, the main restaurant, sits above the sea serving all day, from salmon tiradito to just-caught snapper. On the sand, the Beach Club offers relaxed lunches of lobster, ceviche and stone-fired pizzas, with private barbecues by firelight. High in Casa Grande, the Lounge Bar serves afternoon tea, sundowners, rum tastings and cocktails made with Latin American spirits.

Weddings, special occasions and milestone moments gain an easy island flair at Amanera. The Casa Grande dining pavilion can be reserved for private events and intimate gatherings, while Playa Grande provides a spectacular beachside stage. A private dinner on the sand, with candles, torches, a bonfire and a bespoke menu from the chef, makes a memorable way to mark an anniversary or honeymoon.