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Reviews of Barefoot Beach Pad

3 out of 5
Barefoot Beach Pad
1 La Rinconada, Cabarete, Puerto Plata

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 131 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

juan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice looking place well located clean and a very nice staff i will consider come back on my nest vacation to DR
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Response from Ben on Sep 20, 2019
Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gem of a place. Right on a beautiful beach and within minutes of fantastic restaurants and shops. The property was small and intimate and made our stay extremely enjoyable. We will be staying there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Ben on Jul 10, 2019
Thanks so much for the kind review! We look forward to hosting you again.

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The most relaxing break, ever!
The Barefoot Beach Pad is run by an amazing team who should train hoteliers in how to look after guests! We were made to feel at home from the moment we arrived and appreciated the insider's tips for what to see, do and how. The hotel is in a beautiful location, 30 minutes slow walk along the deserted beach (or 5 minutes in a cab or shared minibus) from all Cabarete has to offer. We enjoyed the restaurants and bars in Cabarete but eating great food cooked fresh in the hotel kitchen, whilst sat at the bar looking out to sea with a cold drink can't be beaten! Thanks to the whole Barefoot Beach Pad team, especially Ben, Ev, Junior and Mary for your hospitality!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Ben on Apr 23, 2019
Thanks for the awesome review! We miss you guys!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Over the years Barefoot Beach Pad has gotten better and better- Ben and his wife make everyone feel like family during their stay - and have done an amazing job with all their upgrades
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from Ben on Apr 1, 2019
Thanks so much for the kind review!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the owners and their interest in making our stay enjoyable. We felt like family by the time that we left. Ben is a great cook and we were sad when we had to leave. They even drove us to our next destination.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Ben on Mar 6, 2019
Thanks for the review!

10/10 Excellent

Katie, Brooklyn, NYC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Barefoot is close to town, but just far enough away that you feel like it’s you and the ocean. You can chill on your balcony and watch the ocean for a peaceful evening, or walk downstairs to the bar and lounge area, where the food and conversation with Mary, the bartender, will make you want to stay longer! The owners are amazing, always around and make you feel like you are family.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Ben on Feb 27, 2019
Thanks Katie! We look forward to hosting you again SOON!

10/10 Excellent

Mitch, Boston Ma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you're looking for laid back, away from town relaxation then this is the place for you. Beach axis steps away with a great pool and bar. Food was surprisingly excellent owner operated and priced right. It's not a 5 star resort but isn't supposed to be. Close to town but far enough away to be peaceful and quiet. Two thumbs up.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Ben on Feb 3, 2019
Thanks for the kind review, Mitch. We look forward to hosting you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Ben on Feb 3, 2019
Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place peaceful. Service amazing my room 1 exit to the beach and another to the pool . Food prepared in the moment
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Ben on Jan 28, 2019
Thanks for the review! We look forward to hosting you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property directly on almost private beach. Fairly close to town. Nice large rooms all facing the ocean. Good breakfast. Owner very nice and knowledgeable of the area. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Ben on Jan 28, 2019
Thanks for the review! We look forward to hosting you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, relaxing place. Very well maintained. Excellent food. Kind staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Ben on Jan 23, 2019
Thanks for a review. We look forward to hosting you again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Ben on Jan 15, 2019
Thanks for the kind review!

10/10 Excellent

Hide, New York, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Names says this property. If you are looking for luxury stay, this is not the spot. This is neighborhood atmosphere with the closest nature and ventures. all staff are very friendly and helpful and the owner is informative and treat you like brother and helps you like his family. do i want to go back there again. Yes I wish I could go back there yesterday.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Ben on Jan 2, 2019
Thanks so much for the kind review. We can't wait to have you back!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ben, the owner, and the entire staff were friendly, attentive and helpful with suggestions on what to do in Cabarete during our stay. Barefoot Beach Pad is a beautiful little hotel with a great vibe. The food was delicious, and our short stay there was so relaxing. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Ben on Jan 2, 2019
Thank you! We hope you visit us again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool and beach are just steps away from the rooms. The staff are very helpful and friendly. The food is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Ben on Nov 27, 2018
Thanks do much for the kind review!

6/10 Okay

BE LOUIS

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Ben on Nov 24, 2018
Thanks for your review.

8/10 Good

Carlos

Great place to stay! Beach front property in a relaxed no stress setting with all you need. A beach bar, great friendly and helpful hosts, ac, hot wated a beachfront bar, nearby center of town anc close by alternatives for food and beach fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Ben on Nov 24, 2018
Thanks Carlos. We can't wait to have you back.

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne, Washington DC

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy bueno . The staff was wonderful. They accommodated my needs. Nice comfortable situation. Just what I needed for my vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Ben on Nov 12, 2018
Thanks, Dwayne. We look forward to having you back soon!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel close to the beach at a great price! Ben and Junior went out of their way to make sure my stay was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from Ben on Nov 8, 2018
Thanks for the kind review!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from Ben on Nov 6, 2018
Thank you so much!

2/10 Terrible

carol, france

i did a mistake on the date for my checkin . was not there but had to pay anyway . sucks .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great price. Great food. Fun location. Open hours on pool extended allowed music within reason. Security excellent felt safe in resort. Andres great cook and helper gave us a coconut from a tree we poured delicious dominican rum in and did extras to make us feel comfortable. Bartender junior went the extra mile. Management did great job as travel advisor, feedback, caretakers, bartender, and custom chef, helped find affordable ways to pay and visit nice attractions. Wifi reached beach and fridge in each room. Excellent value! Doninican landscape is beautiful. Pool chairs allowed on beach. Cautions: Traffic is chaotic and unsafe to an extent. Traffic lights seem to be optional. Up to 5 passengers or heavy equipment on 1 scooter. Scooters zigzag without looking, even while drinking. Alot of tricks vendors and restaurateurs use to charge extra but food is good off site too. Incessant hovering for money. Expect stomach issues and diarrhea from food drinks ice. a.c. didnt function in 1st room. 2nd room w hot water in sink but not shower. No gas for stove, no microwave. Housekeeper comes every 2 or 3 days. Did nice job but sheets might need changes more often given windy and sandy conditions. Ocean is turbulent and unpredictable with no visibility. Small children or elderly unable to swim safely. Adults often struggled. Management made occasional inappropriate comments. Coffee and water provided. Inexperienced bartender. Police will pull u over expecting small money.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Nick, Manchester, N.H.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Small,Quiet location with great beach for walking. Off-season gave me a private swimming pool.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Ben on Oct 2, 2018
Thanks, Nicholas. We look forward to hosting you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Lenny, Boston, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing host and staff. Amazing location on the beach just far enough from town to enjoy the party and the peace! beach is gorgeous and the propety is beach front, every room has breath taking views and ocean breezes! Bar and Restaurant on property has great food!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Ben on Sep 17, 2018
Thanks for the great review, Lenny. We can't wait to have you back!

8/10 Good

Lucila, Philadelphia, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thanks to the staff of the hotel. I enjoy the complete services, especially I loved the view of the beach the environment and going to the beach each morning . The location of this hotel is very convenient to go any city in the north part of Dominican Republic, including taking public transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Ben on Sep 2, 2018
We can't wait to have you back!

10/10 Excellent

Raymond, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ben, Junior, Andre, and the cleaning lady where very nice
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Ben on Sep 2, 2018
See you again soon, Raymond! You da man!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Service was excellent without being pretentious. Great experience. I'll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from Ben on Aug 10, 2018
..and we can't wait to have you back!! Thank you so much!

10/10 Excellent

Yoseph, Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Barefoot looks directly onto the beach. You can hear the waves from your room. Location is great and close to everything you need. The hidden gem here is the food. Chef Ben whips up everything from Poke Bowls to Americana-style burgers. It's all delicious and one of the best places to eat in Cabarete! Great trip and a great stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Ben on Jun 21, 2018
Thanks, Yoseph! We can't wait to have you back!

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved every minute I was there.
The owners were hands on. I felt like I was staying at someone spacious home. I was greeted warmly and I had an uncomfortable situation. The owners were so understanding and were happy to help in any way they could. Even day with my mom who is suffering from dementia and calmed her down to the point she went to bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Response from Ben on Jun 16, 2018
We can't wait to have you back!

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peace and Tranquility
Barefoot Beach Pad is a true gem. What a view of the splashing water and calming waves. Service is second to none from the wonderful owners, who go out of their way to get you anything to make your stay better. English is spoken and not frowned upon. The breakfast is delicious.
Response from Ben on May 12, 2018
Thanks so much for the kind review, Robert! We can't wait to have you back!

10/10 Excellent

Heidi , Jarabacoa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My friend and I had a wonderful experience at Barefoot Beach Pad. The staff are incredibly kind and willing to make the stay in Cabarete as good as possible. Very good prices for what you get; a pool, balcony and right on a unpopulated beach! Would highly recommend staying there. Great food too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Response from Ben on May 12, 2018
Thank you Heidi!

10/10 Excellent

Kat, Los Angeles, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Already booking my next trip!
I'm writing this from my hotel room balcony overlooking the pool and the blue ocean as a good breeze blows by, and I can't believe this gem of a place. When you check room prices, you're not expecting half of what greets you at the door of the Barefoot Bead Pad. The rooms are spacious and clean, with beautiful high ceilings, comfortable new beds, solid water pressure, and AC. I felt like family when I rang the doorbell at Barefoot and owners Ben & Evelyn, and BBP team member Andres greeted me. There was no formal front desk check-in, just an offer for a beer on the house and a quick tour of the room. The hotel grounds are secure enough to leave your door open as you wander down to the bar/restaurant for home-cooked Israeli or Dominican food (you can even get chicken tenders or a burger, if you're looking for them!). Ben and Andres make everything to order, so you can sit by the pool and watch windsurfers fly by while they fry hand-breaded chicken tenders or falafel. Last night, I hung out by the bar with Ben and his wife/co-owner Evelyn, swapping stories about their days when they were two journalists traveling the world. If you love dogs, the hotel has 2 resident furry friends who love to hang with guests. Evelyn & Ben have a great relationship w/ local restaurants and tours, so book through them for discounted rates! The wi-fi is strong enough to give your friends & fam serious FOMO from the hotel, and my family is already booking a trip back next month. Can't wait!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Response from Ben on Sep 7, 2018
We can't wait to have you back, Kat!

10/10 Excellent

Timothy, New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome hosts and amazing 5 star ⭐️ hospitality
The host and her family were simply amazing I stayed from March 27 to the 29th and I had a blast....the last time I came here I only met Hector this time I met his sister and husband and I felt like family...first...the hotel is SPOTLESS......the pool is amazing I swam in it the last day I wish I jumped in it earlier when I first arrived. They have a dog and cat which are both very friendly and keep to themselves. The sisters husband was the life of the hotel an amazing addition because he can cook ANYTHING ...he made General Tso chicken in the middle of an all day storm in minutes!!...I have never seen that before...the barefoot wings was much better then any chicken wings I tasted in Cabarete hands down..just ask him..point at the menu and watch the magic...I will definitely stay there again because honestly I’m a New Yorker so we are picky people and let me tell you honestly...it wouldn’t make sense to stay anywhere else...this place is too sweet to pass up plus it is perfect for big family and couples whether double couples or triple plenty of space here and a private beach with NO hasslers trying to to sell you stuff...they also have a new tiki bar and in a couple months their restaurant should be up...JUST BOOK IT!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Ben on Apr 6, 2018
Timothy - Thanks for the kind words! We can't wait to have you back!

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel with friendly staff
Off the beaten path, quiet and low key spot. Enjoyed swimming in the surf and the tasty food.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Response from Ben on Apr 6, 2018
Thanks, Andrew. Please come back and visit us soon.

10/10 Excellent

Lianna , Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay at Barefoot Beach Pad
We stayed at Barefoot for a week and we are missing it already. The hotel is small but has a lot of heart and a lot to offer the guests. The room was amazing with a large balcony overlooking the ocean. We came for my husband to kite board and found the beach to be very private and away from the fray of kite beach making it an ideal hotel for kiting. It is also a great place to relax on the beach without tons of people. The owners Ben and Evelyn made our stay enjoyable and the food at the hotel bar was always great ( the poke bowl was my favourite!!) They did a great job at personalizing our experience. We cannot wait to return! Chris & Lianna
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Ev on Mar 29, 2018
Thank you Lianna and Chris! We can't wait to have both of you back! We want to watch Chris continue to jump those waves!! Next time, maybe Ben can join him!

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a lovely place
This hotel is just lovely, it is just outside of town right on the beach, and also a lovely swimming pool. the food at the restaurant on the property was some of the best food I had while in Dominican Republic, The owners are just wonderful people . If I could give this a higher rating I would. Thanks for everything had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Hector on Mar 20, 2018
Thank you Catherine for all the kind words and we look forward to seeing you again in the not too distant future!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was wonderful
Wonderful beach. Clean. Beautiful pool. Prefect temperature. The atmosphere was great with wonderful management. The food was good. We will for sure be going back and recommending!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Response from Hector on Mar 15, 2018
Thank you so much for the kind words. We work hard to ensure guests enjoy their stay and we look forward to your return in the not too distant future!

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A small gem
Wonderful find. Owners Ben and Evelyn create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Ben is a chef and prepares wonderful dinners for the guests. Lovely small hotel about a 30 minute walk on the beach into Cabarete.
Response from Hector on Feb 28, 2018
Thank you for the kind words and we look forward to your return visit.

10/10 Excellent

kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ask for the shrimp pasta...
We picked Barefoot based off the other reviews that had been posted and it turned out to be a fantastic lucky guess. I got an email about a week prior to our trip so I could arrange transportation from the airport which was very helpful. Once there, everyone was incredibly nice and we were able to get recommendations for places to go check out, restaurants, car rentals, directions...just about anything you could think of. Food was also excellent. They are in the process of making some upgrades to the bar/outdoor eating area and as soon as that is finished, I would happily spend almost all of my time there and would not feel the need to go into town unless I wanted to. Beach/ocean is about five feet away out the gate. Go stay with Hector and Ben, you won't disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018
Response from BarefootBen on Feb 21, 2018
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you both and we can't wait 'till you come back! All the best from all of us at Barefoot!

10/10 Excellent

M and J, Pullman, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel right on the beach
When we arrived, the owner, Hector, met us, explained everything, and drove us to the grocery store. The location is beautiful--just a 30 minute walk up the beach to town. Andreas, who does everything, and his wife, Andrea, who cleans, were also wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Response from Hector on Jan 3, 2018
We appreciate your feedback and work hard to make sure our guests feel right at home.

10/10 Excellent

jayo, nyc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best stay
I really enjoyed my stay the staff was amazing 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Response from Hector on Nov 8, 2017
Thank you for the kind words and we look forward to seeing you again in the not too distant future.

6/10 Okay

Roy, DR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Well located, near everything (clubs, etc)
I stayed for 5 days at the barefoot beach pad. Pros. - The hotel is walking distance to the best bars, restaurants, etc of main cabarete. - It's in front of a very 'private' beach. - Andres is always around for whatever you need (which is the head of the staff). Cons. - The a/c is really noisy (it wasn't working the 1st night). - The hot water is not enough and sometimes was missing. - The tv (cable, etc) is really bad quality. - I didn't have the option of late checkout. Over all, it was ok.
Response from Hector on Mar 17, 2018
Thank you for the feedback. Had we known about the issues you had with the ac, hot water and cable we would have been more than happy to resolve them for you. And there is an option available for late check out but, again, we need to be aware of it.

10/10 Excellent

Yadi, Tenares, DR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice hotel next to the beach
Very kind staff, warm pool, spacious room, beach is your neighbor. Wonderful hotel.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Right on quiet beach. Great views.
Andres made sure I had everything I needed. Breakfast, dinners were great. Decent wifi. Room was made up promptly. All were very cordial and accomadating.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and quiet
Clean apartment and comfortable bed. Great clean pool. Rented a scooter to get to the clubs. 1.5 miles.
Response from General Manager on Feb 23, 2017
Thank you for the feedback and we appreciate your stay.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice beach and joy the view
Nice beach and joy the viewThe staff was excellent and the company address anyway they could accommodations were lovely nice of you lovely beaches enjoyed the time
Response from Hector on Feb 4, 2017
Thank you for your comments and we work hard to make sure you always have an enjoyable stay!

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Response from General Manager on Feb 6, 2017
Thank you for the 5 star rating. We will always strive to earn it.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Hotel
Great experience! I'll come back- Hotel staff was really friendly!
Response from Hector on Oct 6, 2016
Looking forward to your return!

8/10 Good

Jessica L, Jarabacoa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great!
we had a great time. They did a great job of taking care of us and the breakfast buffet was awesome.
Response from Hector on Jun 22, 2016
Thank you Jessica for the kind words and we look forward to your return!

8/10 Good

Briana, Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect for us!
Andres was the best! He was so attentive and made good food for us. The room was a typical Dominican room with firm mattresses and no hot water, but it was clean and had air conditioning, a big ceiling fan, a TV and free wifi. The pool was very nice and clean and there is a secluded beach access spot. This is not a touristy location and it is not the prettiest beach in the DR, but it is about 10 minutes from Cabarete if you want touristy, and is still beautiful on its own.
Thanks Briana for staying with us and for your helpful feedback. However, having said that, If you had informed us about your lack of hot water while you were here we would have simply turned up the heater for you!