Makai Residences is a hybrid project: private ownership alongside the guaranteed rental income program advertised by the developer, in a condo-hotel operated by Dolce Wyndham, a hotel brand of the Wyndham group. Its 230 units (studios, one-bedroom suites, family rooms, and penthouses from 41 to 204 m² with lake, golf, or ocean views) offer a prestigious living environment within Cap Cana. Residents enjoy 3 pools with solarium, a spa, a private cinema room, a coworking space, a rooftop sky bar, and 9 elevators. The complex provides access to an 18-hole golf course, private beach, and Cap Cana marina, 10 minutes from Punta Cana International Airport.
Location
Dominican Republic
Type
Price
Features
- 230 apartments
- Dolce Wyndham condo-hotel
- Developer rental income program
- 3 pools
- Spa
- Private cinema
- Coworking space
- Rooftop sky bar
- 18-hole golf
- Private beach
- Cap Cana marina
- Fully furnished
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The neighbourhood
Makai Residences sits within Cap Cana, a gated, master-planned resort community on the eastern tip of the Dominican Republic. The building is about 500 metres from Juanillo Beach, close to the Cap Cana marina and within easy reach of Punta Cana International Airport.
The concept is a hotel-style lifestyle: fully furnished units, three pools, a spa, a private cinema, a coworking space and a rooftop sky bar. Residents also have access to the 18-hole golf course, the private beach and the marina.
Rental potential
As a condo-hotel operated by Dolce Wyndham, Makai Residences spares owners from handling bookings, guest arrivals or housekeeping. Furnished units backed by hotel services suit the international travellers Cap Cana draws for its beaches, golf and marina.
The developer advertises a guaranteed rental income program, and its exact terms must be read carefully in the contract. Returns vary by unit, view and season, and Horizon31 prepares a personalized, indicative projection during your call.
CONFOTUR tax benefits
CONFOTUR (Consejo de Fomento Turístico) administers Law 158-01 on tourism development. Buyers of a unit in a certified project can be exempt from the 3% property transfer tax on the purchase and from the annual property tax (IPI) for up to 15 years. These benefits are time-limited and tied to the project's certification date.
For Makai Residences, Horizon31 confirms eligibility and the remaining duration with the developer before any commitment. We also recommend a review by an independent local lawyer or tax advisor.
Buying steps
Discovery call
A call with Horizon31 to clarify your goals: personal use, rental income or both.
Choosing your unit
Studio, suite, family room or penthouse, by view and strategy, through a virtual tour or an on-site visit.
Reservation
A deposit paid to the developer reserves the unit while the contract is finalized.
Legal review
An independent local lawyer reviews the purchase agreement and the rental program documents.
Payments
Payments follow the developer's schedule, in step with construction progress.
Delivery and title
The furnished unit is inspected, the certificate of title is issued in your name and the unit joins the rental program.
Makai Residences: frequently asked questions
Can I buy at Makai Residences without leaving Québec?
Yes. Horizon31 guides you remotely by video call and email, and your local lawyer can explain signing options such as a power of attorney. An on-site visit is still recommended if your schedule allows.
Who manages the rental of my unit?
Dolce Wyndham operates the condo-hotel and handles rentals, guest services and upkeep. The developer advertises guaranteed rental income: Horizon31 helps you understand the exact conditions, which your lawyer then confirms in the contract.
What unit types are available?
The project has 230 units: studios, one-bedroom suites, family rooms and penthouses, with lake, golf or ocean views. Units are delivered fully furnished, which saves you from equipping a home from a distance.
What costs should I plan for besides the price?
Plan for legal fees, title registration, condo fees, any fees tied to the hotel program and applicable taxes depending on the project's tax status. Horizon31 walks you through each item during the call.
