Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Cayo Levantado Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Cayo Levantado Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Samaná. You'll find more to see and do in this relaxing area.
El Salto del Limon
White water plunges into clear blue pools in the middle of lush green forests at this dramatic waterfall, one of the Dominican Republic's most colorful sights.
El Limon Falls
Take a daytrip north of Samana to these waterfalls where you can swim, learn from friendly locals and ride on horseback through the mountainous landscape.
Playa Cayacoa
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Cayacoa during your trip to Samaná? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Playa Grande
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Grande during your trip to Las Galeras? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Samana Zipline
Enjoy an outing to Samana Zipline during your stay in Samaná. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Samaná: Los Haitises National Park & Cayo Levantado Island
Los Haitises National Park: Boat and Walking Tour with Lunch
Samaná: City Tour + Los Haitises & Cayo Levantado Island
Saona island From Bayahibe - Start at the Port
El Limon Waterfall & Bacardi Island from Punta Cana
El Limón: Waterfall Horseriding Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja
Wyndham Alltra Samana All-Inclusive Resort
Staff was amazing, room was clean and the pools were great
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Donoma Las Terrenas Beach Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection
Totalmente recomendado. Habitaciones impecables con todas las amenidades requeridas, el staff excelente TODO muy amables y serviciales. Un lugar con una arquitectura bella cumpliendo el objetivo de sentirse en un lugar relajado y en paz. La comida muy buena y no condimentada. Me hubiese gustado un ...
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Viva V Samana by Wyndham, A Trademark Adults All Inclusive
Staff was great and the entertainment was amazing !!!!!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Bahia Principe Grand Samana - Adults Only
Yes absolutely fine
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive
Everything was exceptional 10/10 from the cleaniness, the wonderful staff, the amazing food & drinks.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Mosquito Boutique Hotel
The hotel was gorgeous! Our room was clean and had everything we needed (coffee maker, cups, fridge, enough towels etc).
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja
Barrio New York
While Barrio New York may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa.
Samaná Centro
Samaná Centro might not have many top sights, but Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
La Mezcla
While La Mezcla isn't home to many top sights, Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa are some notable places to visit nearby.
La Aguada
While La Aguada may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa.
María Luisa
When in María Luisa, you can plan a visit to Samana Bay and Playa Cayacoa, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Villa Salma
Though Villa Salma may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa Cayacoa and Samana Bay.
