
Michès Playa Esmeralda Dominican Republic
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Come away to paradise
Come away to paradise at Club Med Michès Playa Esmeralda, our luxury all-inclusive eco-resort in the Dominican Republic. A star of our Exclusive Collection, this environmentally-friendly, beachside hideaway is made of four distinct boutique-villages promising tailored holiday experiences: Explorer Cove for families, Caribbean Paradise for active guests, Emerald Jungle for wellness seekers and Archipelago for couples. Play in the family pool and hunt for our secret chocolate room, rejuvenate with treetop yoga and our jungle Zen Zone or find your rhythm at our salsa classes. Paradise awaits!
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Off the beaten path
You are here
Unwind in nature's embrace at our luxury eco-chic Resort, a secluded haven set between pristine beach and vibrant jungle
Refined tranquility
Design
Retreat to serenity where exquisite design, tranquility, luxury amenities and elevated service await
Revitalizing rituals
Wellbeing
Your wellness journey thrives here with treetop yoga, ancestral beauty rituals at 5 Mondes Spa and tasty healthy cuisine
Soirée in style
Atmosphere
Sway to merengue beats, find your groove at the Sunset Ritual, or sip on a beachside cocktail
Accommodation
Activities & Wellness
Kids & Family
Restaurants & Bars
The perfect room for your stay
Surrender yourself to the lap of luxury with a distinctive and eco-friendly tropical vacation retreat. You have your pick of four sublime boutique-villages, each catering to your unique preferences of romance, tranquility, adventure, or nature. Archipelago promises an intimate and luxurious vibe, ideally suited for couples. With Caribbean Paradise, you will be under the spell of an exotic vacation that will leave you wanting more. At the plush Emerald Jungle, you can rejuvenate at the tranquil Zen Oasis, which is strictly reserved for adults. Lastly, Explorer Cove offers the trip of a lifetime for families. At this exclusive hideaway, you are only limited by your imagination.
The perfect room for your stay
Surrender yourself to the lap of luxury with a distinctive and eco-friendly tropical vacation retreat. You have your pick of four sublime boutique-villages, each catering to your unique preferences of romance, tranquility, adventure, or nature. Archipelago promises an intimate and luxurious vibe, ideally suited for couples. With Caribbean Paradise, you will be under the spell of an exotic vacation that will leave you wanting more. At the plush Emerald Jungle, you can rejuvenate at the tranquil Zen Oasis, which is strictly reserved for adults. Lastly, Explorer Cove offers the trip of a lifetime for families. At this exclusive hideaway, you are only limited by your imagination.

Deluxe
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Suite
5 options
Embrace a world of leisure and excitement
The resort offers 39 included activities. You can also discover the 18 activities available at extra cost. At Club Med we are commited to providing a comprehensive range of activities ensures that you can truly make the most of your holiday experience. Whether you seek relaxation, adventure, culture, or simply a great time with your family, at Club Med we have you covered.
Embrace a world of leisure and excitement
The resort offers 39 included activities. You can also discover the 18 activities available at extra cost. At Club Med we are commited to providing a comprehensive range of activities ensures that you can truly make the most of your holiday experience. Whether you seek relaxation, adventure, culture, or simply a great time with your family, at Club Med we have you covered.

Club Med Spa by Cinq Mondes
6 activities

Excursions
9 activities

Yoga by Jonah Kest
9 activities

Kitesurfing
1 activities

Flying trapeze & circus activities
1 activities

Stand up Paddle
3 activities

Wingfoil & Wingsurf
2 activities

Archery
1 activities

Fitness
3 activities

Tennis
2 activities

Electric surf
1 activities

Dance lessons
3 activities

Entertainment
2 activities

Pickleball
1 activities

Team sports
3 activities

Kayak
1 activities

Swimming Pools
3 activities

Cardio Training
1 activities

Other activities
5 activities
A resort made for families
Family pool, family restaurant, family suites, family activities... Welcome to a resort perfect for families. Baby Club Med, Petit Club Med, and Mini Club Med await children in different nature-related environments. Enjoy the Mini-Splash Playground and the Little Gardeners' Treehouse where growing explorers can immerse themselves in nature. Meanwhile, teenagers can meet at their own cool area in the Patio Lounge or attempt a "catch" on the flying trapeze.
A resort made for families
Family pool, family restaurant, family suites, family activities... Welcome to a resort perfect for families. Baby Club Med, Petit Club Med, and Mini Club Med await children in different nature-related environments. Enjoy the Mini-Splash Playground and the Little Gardeners' Treehouse where growing explorers can immerse themselves in nature. Meanwhile, teenagers can meet at their own cool area in the Patio Lounge or attempt a "catch" on the flying trapeze.

0 to 2 years

2 to 3 years

4 to 10 years

11 to 13 years

14 to 17 years
Discover a world of flavours
Here, dining is an experience beyond the plate. Revel in exceptional food, good vibes and beautiful decor. Welcome to endless choice, generous cuisine and lively events in a casual, chic atmosphere.
Discover a world of flavours
Here, dining is an experience beyond the plate. Revel in exceptional food, good vibes and beautiful decor. Welcome to endless choice, generous cuisine and lively events in a casual, chic atmosphere.

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Learn moreLara S
Absolutely perfect!!!
A special thank you to Naya for the fantastic Latin dance classes. To Edwar for his amazing talent, his incredible dancing energy and friendliness—a perfect fit for Club Med! Marie is out of this world! One of the best fitness instructors I’ve seen. She was wonderful in the fitness classes and also in entertainment. Candela brought such talent to the circus! She was spectacular, friendly and fun! Heloise, the choreographer, did a brilliant job with the performances! BRAVO!!
I am so grateful to Elisabeth, who went above and beyond to make sure I had dinner reservations for my birthday and even sent a cake to celebrate. The service from Luz at the restaurant and Confesor was also top-notch.
It meant the world to me that Edwar, Marie, and Candela even joined us to celebrate my birthday and made sure the entire evening was absolutely amazing!
Lastly, it was a pleasure to be there when Asir was named the new Chef de Village—he was absolutely amazing and is already making a great impact. Thank you all for a memorable birthday vacation!"
Amanda B
Amazing week!
Had the best time visiting early December 2025!! Our room was amazing and well set up for my husband and I with a great bed for our 3 year old and a curtain room divider. Appreciated the step stool in the bathroom ready for her that helped a lot!
The beach was beautiful and activities and grounds amazing.
Big thank you to the incredible staff... A few who went above and beyond making our experience amazing were:
The whole petit club staff (coco, mymy, Jacqueline, Yasmine, junie, gloria and kevena) made the week so much fun for our daughter and really took great care with creative activities. Kudos to Leo as well from the family department who was always so friendly as well. I was always amazed that they had the energy to look after the kids all day and still put together a fun show in the evenings for the kids, often performing in it!!! (And how fun was it for the kids to do a show too!)
The fitness staff....no slacking in Marie's fitness classes...great workouts! Jonathan made tennis fun for me for the first time ever. And Uli from yoga was so kind to stay late after aerial yoga one day to show me some a few more advanced upside down poses on my last day!
At the bar, Juan had our daughter mixing her own mocktails every night.... And ahmet oh my gosh what an entertainer!
My only request is for a bit more consistency with the vegetarian options... While always tasty some lacked any protein (chickpea curry was awesome for example but another night it was just a piece of cauliflower in sauce.... And the only vegetarian main at the beach restaurant was some sliced beets... A creative tofu dish or something would have been greatly appreciated!! As well as some beans every day at the salad bar).
All in all we had an amazing time thanks so much!!!!
Djenita
Exceptional family vacation!!!
We have had the most fantastic experience at this Club Med ever! My husband and I went with our daughter, her husband and 2 boys - 7 and 5. The property is located in a beautiful, and naturally preserved beach / dense "jungle," and it is protected from the elements. There was no wind and we were blessed with great weather the whole week. The small houses are surrounded by tropical shrubs and palms, the grounds are meticulously manicured and maintained. Accommodations are spacious, modern and appointed with great taste. Everything was clean to perfection.
This is not a big hotel so you feel at home everywhere you go. And there are so many activities for children and adults that you can be busy all day long or relax and enjoy the pristine nature, whatever is your preference. We kept busy...:).
My husband played tennis twice per day and the rest of us joined him late afternoon, after the other activities wound down. There was so many other things all day long that my head was spinning... From coconut toss competition, to family castle building and partying, to barbecue - all on the beach, to learning how to wing surf, to taking a kayaking trip to the next big bay, to exercising with tireless Marie, to playing fun kids games in the pool, to partying at the Mini Club and using their amazing waterslides, to playing soccer on the beach or on the grass, or playing basketball, to trapeze or archery classes for kids and adults, to yoga classes all day (unfortunately, we did not have time for that - next time for sure), to parties and entertainment programs at night - again separately for kids and for adults - it was just amazing!!! This Club Med has a very special upbeat atmosphere and their multinational G.O. team is spectacular. Everyone was extremely friendly, helpful and well-versed in their area of expertise. The G.O,'s were also cross-training in other fields, which was great. The General Manager, Theo, was not just doing a stellar job all day long managing the place, he also participated in theatre and trapeze shows at night! And all of this was included in our package!!!
Moreover, we are still trying to loose the weight w gained during our visit because the food was out of this world. There is one main restaurant open for all 3 meals - which are always different. There are so many "stations" with delectable best quality foods that I could not resist trying almost everything... From filet mignon to ahi tuna and everything in between, from French to Indian, Korean, Dominican and all other kids of foods, all topped with French desserts... A total disaster for anyone on a diet! Aakshay, this restaurant's manager, and his team, were unbeatable. BTW, there is a choice of different rooms and terraces for eating your meal in the main restaurant - all beautifully appointed. And, if you did not want to deal with children - which were many - there were adults only spaces. We did gain quite a bit of weight but we enjoyed every tasty bite of it...:). The Coco Palm restaurant was also very nice for lunch; different kinds of barbecues were served, along with live music while enjoying your meal steps from the ocean. The boys were delighted with special children mocktails at the bars - too cute!!!
In addition to all the activities that were included at this Club Med, we decided to go to a fishing/snorkeling excursions and it was very nice. We had our own boat and 3 great guides to help us with everything - Wandy, Unico and Jose. They had all the fishing and snorkeling equipment for us and the kids and we had a blast. We also did horseback riding, through the "jungle" and beach and it was very nice. And finally, we did electric jet surf board excursion, which was a lot of fun. The kids were too small for it this year but the rest of us loved the experience. We rented 2 boards and all 6 of us were taken by boat so a nearby large and calm cove and just had fun. Highly recommend. Gilbert organized all of the excurzions for us and his team was amazing accommodating us in every way.
Finally, I could not remember all the names of wonderful G.O.s; but I do know some. Masimilliano the Sports manager was very friendly and attentive. So was Anik at the front desk; we loved Leo who did some of the kids' activities, especially the Banana search and the Sand castle building competition. And Leo was the guardian of the Chocolate room - the boys will never forget that experience!!! I cannot remember the name of the amazing trapeze/circus master (he is from the US), but he and his team kept us entertained during the day when we wanted to practice and especially at night with breathtaking shows.
Thank you all - we will certainly be back for more!!!
Valerie L
Wonderful family vacation!
We just came back from a wonderful week at this beautiful resort. We travelled with our three kids.
The resort is small and easy to navigate. The grounds are pristine and the vegetation is luscious. We had a family room with a separate bedroom and bathroom for the kids. It was perfect for our needs.
The food in the main buffet is delicious, as with any club med, and there are always many options to choose from.
But besides all of that, the reason why you choose a club med is because of the staff. The chef of the village is welcoming and warm. The entertainment team gets everyone involved in the fun with so much enthusiasm.
The kids club is phenomenal. Lorane and Killian ensure that everything is excellent. The programming, the kids shows, the activities and the care, are beyond expectations. My mini club aged kids had a blast and were devastated to leave.
The teen club staff, Thalia, Severine, and Noe, were incredible too. My 12yo was reluctant to join them at first because she was shy. It took a couple of days of discreetly approaching her and planting little seeds here and there and she finally went to hang out with them one afternoon. She pretty much disappeared for the rest of the week! They really know how to click with this age group and they are so kind. They did activities with them and danced with them and just had such genuine fun with them in the warmest and most positive and loving way. Leaving the group was very hard for her. She is grateful to have met each of you.
Food and beverage staff is great. Always smiling and ready to help with whatever is needed.
Ahmet is an incredible bartender and was always doing some fancy trick while preparing the most delicious drinks. Shirley always had a warm smile and was a lot of fun too!
The circus team is also excellent. My 10yo really wanted to try the trapeze even though it petrified her. She was adamant about trying until she could finally do it. It took three days of climbing up and down the ladder. The second day she stayed on the platform for an hour while the other children took their turns. Mailys and Cooper were incredibly patient and kind. She is proud of herself and grateful for you.
The biggest shoutout, though, has to go to Shirley and Jennifer. This week is Hanukkah and they organized beautiful celebrations for all of us that wanted to participate. They even organized a Shabbat meal with everything we needed. It was special to meet people from around the world and celebrate our holidays together. They worked hard to make this possible and we are incredibly grateful. This truly made our experience feel like home and that we were surrounded by family.
Thank you to all of the GOs for a great week!
Practical Information
Health formalities
Vaccinations and medical treatment...
It is your responsibility to check all the necessary formalities before departure.
Vaccinations recommended:
Diphtheria
Polio
Tetanus
Hepatitis A and B.
Mosquitos can transmit certain viral or parasitic diseases, so the use of tropical mosquito repellents for the skin and clothing is recommended.
Risk of malaria only in certain remote zones, far from the Resort, along the Haïtian border. The risk concerns the most dangerous form of malaria (falciparum, so serious prevention is necessary (chemoprophylaxis and mosquito repellents).
A nurse is present on site.
Address:
MICHES
24000
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Travel times (avg) to the resort from:
Punta Cana airport: 1h15m
Santo Domingo Airport: 3h
La Romana Airport: 2h
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Sustainability is part of the journey
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Bye-Bye Plastics
To preserve resources and reduce waste, our Resorts strive to ban most single-use plastic products from bars, restaurants, and rooms through our "Bye-Bye Plastics" program.

Preserving biodiversity
Since 2023, our Resort has been a partner of Protortuga, the first sea turtle monitoring and protection program in the Michès and Lavacama region. In 2024, we inaugurated a sea turtle camp on our beach, reinforcing our commitment to marine biodiversity.
Frequently Asked Questions
The all-inclusive package at Club Med Michès typically includes:
- Eco-chic accommodation in four boutique-style areas
- Gourmet dining with a selection of restaurants and open bars
- Watersports like paddle boarding, kayaking, and more
- Land activities including, archery, yoga, and fitness programs
- Day and night entertainment, including live shows and themed parties
- Kids’ clubs and facilities
Yes, Club Med Michès offers adults-only areas for privacy and relaxation.
The resort features dedicated adults-only areas:
- Archipelago: Rooms with private pools and exclusive beach access for couples
- The Emerald Jungle: A serene area ideal for wellness and mindfulness seekers
- Adults-only Zen Pool: A quiet space perfect for relaxing with ocean views
Michès Playa Esmeralda is an eco-chic luxury resort, seamlessly blending into nature.
Part of Club Med's Exclusive Collection, it features four boutique villages:
- Explorer Cove for families with activities like a secret chocolate room
- Caribbean Paradise for active travelers
- Emerald Jungle for wellness seekers with treetop yoga and a Zen Zone
- Archipelago for couples seeking privacy
The best time to visit the Dominican Republic is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.
This period offers sunny weather, warm temperatures, and minimal rainfall—perfect for enjoying the resort's beaches and outdoor activities. If you prefer fewer crowds, consider visiting during the shoulder months of November or May, when the weather is still pleasant but the resort is likely quieter.
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