Occidental El Embajador Activities and Recreation

Activities and Recreation at Occidental El Embajador

 
 
 

If during your island vacation, you're looking for a location where you'll enjoy a relaxed, tropical setting and plenty of recreational options, the Occidental El Embajador might be just the right choice for you. This hotel offers several enjoyable forms of recreation, so you are unlikely to run out of options for a relaxed, yet active vacation.

Golf

Although the Occidental El Embajador does not have a golf course, if hitting the greens is something you don't want to miss out on, the hotel can help you make arrangements with one of the local courses. The closest course to the Occidental El Embajador is Santo Domingo, located 2.2 miles northwest of the hotel. This par 72 course is 6,550 yards long. The greens fees for use of the course are as follows: $31. If you're interested in finding out more information, you can reach the course at (00-1-809)-530-6606.

Tennis

If tennis is an important priority, this hotel is a very good choice. There are 314 rooms and 2 courts available. This works out to an average of approximately 377 guests per tennis court, which is not as favorable a ratio as you would experience at some hotels in the region. Vacationers will have some chances to play, but during the high tourism season you may have to wait for a time when the courts aren't crowded, like when most other guests are getting ready for dinner. Evening matches are a possibility, since you have the option of using a lit court. This is ideal for travelers who want to spend the daylight hours exploring, or lounging on the beach.

If you are looking for some other choices that are good for tennis, investigate Renaissance Jaragua Hotel and Casino and Embassy Suites Hotel at Los Marlins Grand Resort. These hotels offer some of the area's best tennis amenities, so you might want to consider their features in comparison with those of this hotel before making a final choice.

Entertainment and Nightlife

Enjoy an evening with the excitement of a live performance; live entertainment is one of the great amenities offered by the Occidental El Embajador. Though scheduling can vary, the hotel offers multiple venues where guests can enjoy a favorite cocktail. You can generally expect to find live entertainment 2 days a week. Of course, the specifics can vary with the season. Finding out more about the schedule can be beneficial, so you can do just what you want for your evening excursions. If the hotel doesn't have entertainment that fits your schedule, other hotels nearby also offer a bit of nightlife, shown in the following table:

Nearby Hotels with Nightlife
HotelNumber of BarsLive EntertainmentDistanceDirection
Courtyard Santo Domingo Downtown 1   0.4 mi. SE
Plaza Hotel N.A. check 0.4 mi. SE
Hotel Santo Domingo 2 check 0.4 mi. SE
Barceló Lina 1 check 0.8 mi. NE
Clarion Hotel Santo Domingo 1 check 1.0 mi. NE
Renaissance Jaragua Hotel and Casino 5 check 1.1 mi. E
Sofitel Frances Santo Domingo 1   1.4 mi. NE
Continental Hotel 2 check 2.1 mi. SW
Melia Santo Domingo 2 check 3.4 mi. SW
Hamaca Coral by Hilton 5 check 20.8 mi. NE

You can also see if luck is on your side at the hotel's casino, where you can try playing any game of chance you'd like.

Family Activities

Families looking to travel with kids should seriously consider staying at the Occidental El Embajador, which has a good mix of children's amenities. You'll be glad you brought the kids if you stay at this hotel, because it has all you need for a memorable family vacation.

Playing a game can be a relaxing way to spend a few spare moments. The hotel is equipped with a game room which can be enjoyed by guests of any age. The hotel's playground can be a special addition to your family vacation. Young guests of the hotel will find that this is the perfect place to have a safe but fun time, while their parents spend a bit of time relaxing on the sidelines.

There is an organized children's program offered by the hotel. This makes it easy for kids to have some fun of their own with other children staying at the hotel.

Regardless of how much you love them, you may want to spend a little time away from the kids. Guests can arrange for a babysitter, so that parents will have a chance to enjoy some time by themselves.

Water and Fitness

While each vacationer has their own agenda, the Dominican Republic offers travelers plenty of opportunities for activities and recreation. Heading to the hotel's pool probably isn't at the top of your list of things to do, even though it can be a great way to spend part of the day.

To a lot of travelers, their health is extremely important, even while on vacation. Luckily, you wont have to put a stop to your exercise program while staying here, since the hotel has exercise facilities available.

Watersports

Even though watersports aren't offered by the hotel, there are vendors located elsewhere along the coast of the Dominican Republic. After placing a few phone calls, you can obtain everything needed from one of these providers.

Spa

This hotel is special, in that it is one of the only hotels in the Dominican Republic that has spa facilities, enabling visitors to immerse themselves in a truly relaxing experience. The following table has a list of some of the available services:

Spa Amenities at the Occidental El Embajador
SaunaSteam RoomMassageFacial/MudwrapWhirlpool
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Other Recreation

There are plenty of great sights and attractions in the Dominican Republic, so you aren't limited to the particular activities the hotel offers on its property. From a lazy afternoon relaxing on the beach, to a few hours visiting a local museum vacationers can experience the best of nature, as well as some cultural enrichment.

Rates and Availability

To confirm that you reserve the type of room you want at a rate you can afford, you should consider booking your accommodations at Occidental El Embajador as soon as feasible. To investigate room availability and rates, click on this link.

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