Viva Dominicus Beach is reopening gradually after a June 2026 fire. Some rooms and restaurants are scheduled for December 2026, with additional facilities expected in February 2027, but no full reopening date exists. Viva Dominicus Palace remains operational. Guests should confirm accommodations, available facilities, and arrangements directly before traveling.
At Dominican Republic resorts, avoid tap water, including for brushing teeth, and use sealed bottled or resort-provided filtered water. Large resorts generally use filtered water and ice in restaurants and bars, though standards vary. Be more cautious off-property, with informal ice, food, salads, and untreated drinks. Wash hands and seek help for severe illness.
Dominican Republic beaches are legally public, including a 60-meter coastal strip measured from high tide. Visitors may walk, swim, and sit on the sand, but resorts control adjacent land, access routes, furniture, and facilities. Dominicus and Bayahibe provide public entrances, though enforcement varies. Bring shade, respect resort property, and document disputes.