The Pool at Le Sivory Punta Cana By PortBlue Boutique

"Amenities: Pool, Spa, 24-hour Room Service, Bar/lounge, Beach, Gym View the entire Hot List of the travel world's most noteworthy debuts in 2006 ›"

"The 55 suites are uniformly spacious (the smallest is 650 square feet), decorated in earth tones and sandy shades, and all have balconies or terraces overlooking the ocean or gardens, plus private plunge pools in the Luxury Oceanfront Suites"

"At the communal infinity pool, chaise longues are outfitted with comfortable cushions"

"And the formula seems to be working: The 328-yard private beach and free-form pool area are typically as animated as the surrounding tropical shrubbery, an occasional swat at sand flies notwithstanding"