Visit Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja
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.
Samana Zipline
Enjoy an outing to Samana Zipline during your stay in Samaná. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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.
Things to do
Samaná: Catamaran Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Lunch
Saona island From Bayahibe - Start at the Port
Samana Full Day Waterfall, Safari and Beach
El Limón: Waterfall Horseriding Tour with Lunch
Los Haitises National Park: Boat and Walking Tour with Lunch
El Limon Waterfall & Bacardi Island from Punta Cana
Top hotels in Barrio La Fortaleza Vieja
Appart-hotel Veras Samana No-14
Close to everything
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2024
Wyndham Alltra Samana All-Inclusive Resort
It’s my stay number 4 in this hotel. I love it
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Bahia Principe Grand Samana - Adults Only
Everything is great
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Cayo Levantado Resort - All Inclusive
Beautiful property! One of the nicest hotels ai’ve stayed at. The food is great, the beverages everything. Beautiful private beach, nice big pools, a great place to relax. The service… needs improvement, the staff is nice but not efficient, most of the times they get your orders wrong at the ...
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Viva V Samana by Wyndham, A Trademark Adults All Inclusive
Staff was great and the entertainment was amazing !!!!!
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel Alisei
The room was spotless, the pool was great (bartender Robert makes the BEST drinks in the area), hotel food was flavorful, breakfast was really good. The beach is rocky though, but a nice place to relax. Highly recommend. Exceeded my expectations.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 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.
