Romantic oceanfront resort on a beautiful sandy beach in Sosua Dominican Republic just 10 minutes from Puerto Plata airport, offering suites, studios, wedding and adventure vacation packages. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Dominican_Republic/sosuabythesea/hotel/908/22/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:33:04 EST Nestled on a beautiful beach on the Sosua shore and right in the heart of the town, Sosua By The Sea is only 10 minutes away from Puerto Plata's International "Gregorio Luperon" Airport. Small enough to be cozy and romantic, large enough to provide all the comforts you require. Dominating a coral cliff jutting into the sea, with beaches spreading out in either direction and blue ocean everywhere. Hotel Sosua By The Sea beckons you to sample its tropical atmosphere, it's friendly staff and it's tranquil surroundings. The hotel is truly the finest hotel on the beach. SOSUA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Sosua is located on the North Coast (Atlantic Ocean) of the Dominican Republic, about 20 kms east of Puerto Plata. About a 3 ½ hrs flight from JFK/Newark and 1½ hrs from Miami, it is a popular tourist destination with a beautiful bay and sandy beaches great for sunbathing and swimming and just off-shore, coral reefs abundant in tropical marine life, a great spot for scuba diving enthusiasts. DELUXE SUITES OCCUPANCY: For 2 - 4 persons -Ocean Front -Living-dining room with 2 pull out twin beds -Dining table and 4 chairs, bar with bar stools -Ceiling Fan in living room -Separate bedroom with full-size bed -Balcony STANDARD SUITES OCCUPANCY: For 2 - 4 persons -Living room with 2 pull-out twin beds -Bar with bar stools -Separate bedroom with double bed -Balcony STUDIO OCCUPANCY: For 1 - 2 persons -1 or 2 double beds or 2 twin beds -Sitting area with sofa and/or chairs Types of Rooms: 3 Deluxe Suites 30 Standard Suites 58 Studios HOTEL FEATURES: -Restaurant -2 Bars -Beach -Swimming Pool -Sundeck and Terrace -Lounge chairs and Parasols -Gift Shop -Internet Center -Beauty Salon -Massage Salon -Tour Desk SERVICES PROVIDED: -Weddings - Customised package can include; flowers, music, photographer, cake and champagne, Breakfast in your room, candlelight dinner, civil ceremony, marriage certificate. Special group rates available for your party. -Managers Party - Once a week from 4pm - 5pm Complimentary drinks and hors d'oeuvres. -Fax Transmission - extra cost. -Laundry Service - extra cost. -Mail - Stamps can be purchased from the gift shop. -Medical Service - Doctor on call 24 hrs a day. -Messages - The hotel provides a 24 hour message service for guests. -Safety Deposit Box - Daily or weekly rental each room is equipped with its own safe. -Taxi Service - Available 24 hours through the front desk. -Long Distance Calls - Local and International calls available through the hotel operator. -Wake-Up Call - Available anytime from the front desk. For those seeking something more than just sunbathing, the Dominican Republic can offer an endless variety of activities for all ages and levels of adventure on land, in the air or in the water. How about Canyoning, Cascading, Golf, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Kite-board, Motorcycling, Mountain Biking, Paragliding, River Rafting, Surfing, Whale Watching or Windsurfing? Ask us about available packages tailored to your needs. GOLF The Dominican Republic is one of the premier golf destinations in the Caribbean. The North Coast is home to 2 Robert Trent Jones Sr. courses: challenging Playa Dorada, and breathtaking Playa Grande, both 18 holes. MOUNTAIN BIKING Half or full day adventure through the interior of the Dominican Republic. A 3000 feet-downhill ride on winding mountain roads (with support vehicle). Exhilarating fun for all levels of athletes. A chance to get into the heart of the country and learn about the Dominican culture and vegetation as you bike through Dominican villages, sample exotic fruits and cool off with a refreshing swim in the Jamao River. ISLABON COAST CRUISE AND BIKE TOUR Combine a boat trip down the Yasika River with and easy 10-kilometer bike ride along the coast. This is and extremely informative tour where beginners, families and bird lovers will have a chance to learn about the Dominican coastal vegetation and daily fishing life. NATIONAL PARK EL CHOCO HIKE Check out one of the newest national parks in the country; an incredible 77 square miles of jungle, lagoon, caves, forest, and open backcountry. An educational nature hike for all levels. 27 WATERFALLS OF DAMAJAGUA CASCADE HIKE Behind the sugar cane fields of Puerto Plata and into the hills for an intense climb up the 27 waterfalls of Damajagua. A labyrinth of tunnels, caves and natural pools leads us through a virtual fairytale land of beauty. Sliding and jumping down is as much fun. Although this is a non-technical climb, it is physically demanding. Swimmers only please. For athletic beginners/hikers. SNORKELING AND SCUBA DIVING Enjoy the quality and dependability provided by a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Center. Snorkel off white sandy beaches and visit colorful undersea gardens and reefs abundant in tropical marine life. Dive our numerous reefs, walls, wreck and caverns and explore the marvels of the underwater world! Dive packages and courses available for every level from introductory to Instructor. Equipment rental available. WHALE WATCHING 85% of the humpback whales of the North West Atlantic are born in Dominican waters, where they return every winter to breed and give birth. The humpback whale is an endangered species, for there are only about 6,000 of them left in the entire world. AVAILABLE NEARBY: -Shopping (5 minutes walk) -Banks -Restaurants -Discotheques -Gymnasium -Casino's -Golf -Taxi -Car and Motorcycle Rental -Medical Clinics Sunset Place – Right on the point of a cliff between two beaches, this restaurant offers varied dishes in a spectacular setting. Wetspot Bar – Guests may play a game of billiards, chess or checkers. The shaded deck features hammocks. Type: Hotel No. of Rooms: 91 Diving: Dive Resort/Dive Operator Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Dominican_Republic/sosuabythesea/hotel/908/22/ Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:33:04 EST