Sosua, Dominican RepublicEl Batey
The Ocean Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Norte
Secluded cove resort
El Batey   Sosua, Dominican Republic
Renovated
2021
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Luxe Resort WellnessOutside the door
The house
MarriottSecluded cove resort
Suites cluster around a sheltered Atlantic cove, where days unfold between the sand and three oceanfront pools.
What it’s good at
Notable
Expansive multi-bedroom residential suites and multi-level penthouses with private oceanfront balconies.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
In a private cove on Playa Imbert, facing the Atlantic waters of Sosua.
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The rooms
Multi-bedroom suites feel like private apartments, opening onto broad balconies facing the Atlantic.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Submerged loungers line the oceanfront infinity pool, and whirlpools step down toward the beach with integrated firepits.
The spa
Treatment rooms hold deep soaking tubs, and the spa has twin saunas and a steam room.
At the table
Open-air terraces look across the bay at Baia Lounge, and Aguaji serves tasting menus inspired by Taino culinary heritage.
How it began
The property began as private residences before opening as Gansevoort Playa Imbert in 2014.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.