Miches, Dominican RepublicCosta Esmeralda
Zemi Miches Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton
Taíno-inspired coastal resort
Costa Esmeralda Miches, Dominican Republic
Opened
2025
Price
$$$
Rated for
Resort Design WellnessOutside the door
The house
HiltonTaíno-inspired coastal resort
Low-rise pavilions spread along secluded shoreline, rethinking the all-inclusive stay with indigenous Taíno craft and open breezeways.
What it’s good at
Notable
Low-rise open corridors and custom petroglyph wall carvings honoring indigenous Taíno artistry.
What they say
Also in Forbes Travel Guide and AFAR.
The low-rise property unfolds across tropical landscaping and open-air corridors, with interiors that layer neutral tones, organic textures and sculptural references to indigenous Taíno heritage.
“Set on secluded Playa Esmeralda, the new Zemi Miches Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton encourages families to connect with Dominican culture through artisan workshops, chocolate-making classes, music, dance, and more.”
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Playa Esmeralda lines the coast directly outside, along an undeveloped shore ninety minutes north of Punta Cana.
The rooms
Stone-toned rooms have carved petroglyphs on the walls, and select categories open onto patios with plunge pools.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
The beachfront pool curves toward the sea with two swim-up bars, and an elevated infinity pool looks over the bay.
The spa
A circular pool sits beneath an open oculus, steps from hydrotherapy circuits and treatments using native Dominican cacao.
Bar
Dujo
The lobby bar serves Dominican espresso beneath a woven ceiling sculpture, before switching to rum cocktails in the evening.
At the table
Toa serves contemporary Caribbean dishes beneath woven basket lanterns, and beachfront grills cook over charcoal fires.
How it began
The name honors the zemí, the sacred ancestral spirits and stone carvings of the Caribbean's indigenous Taíno people.
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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.