Any recommendations for places to stay in the Dominican Republic?

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We are considering going to the DR in December. It would be me, my husband, and adult daughter. Probably staying about 5 nights just before Christmas. I have never been to the DR and would welcome suggestions for nice places to stay. All inclusive or not, just a nice place. Not 5 star prices, but not slumming it either. There seem to be a lot of choices and I am having a hard time deciding which would be best. Thanks in advance.