Barcelo Solymar: amazing hotel

The hotel is very clean and neat. Staff are friendly and very helpful. Its close to downtown and beach. They have activities for kids and adult every day. I pretty much enjoy my vacation in this hotel.

Barcelo Bavaro Beach: Beautiful Resort......but staff were unfriendly

We stayed at the Barcelo Bavaro Beach Resort in March. Beautiful resort with amazing beach, resort was very clean and food was ok. Unfortunately the staff were extremely unfriendly and not welcoming at all. This was our first time going to the Dominican and will not be returing as we herad many comments of the staff being rude and unhelpful. Having been to Mexico, St.Lucia and Jamacia, and not having any problems with staff - all were very out going and wanted to make our stay wonderful. We had  [... read more]to wait for 10-15 mins to get drinks unless you flashed cash then the staff would come right away and serve you. We paid for an all inclusive trip, if the staff goes above and beyond then by all means they will get tipped but walking up to the bar and ordering a beer does not mean that they deserve a tip. Tips are based on service and the service at this resort was very disappointing. We will not be going back to this resort nor would i recommend it to anyone.

Barcelo Maya Tropical: Awesome

The resort and facilities were awesome. The fact that you can utilize the neighboring facilities is a great benefit. The dining options were exceptional. The beach was a little rocky. As I was in a group of smokers the cigar bar was great - as a non smoker the air exchange was incredible, no smoke at all and the maritini's were awesome!! I would highly recommend this resort.

Barcelo Maya Beach Resort: Feb 2014 trip to Barcelo Beach Premium

Overall vacation/resort was very good, this was our 4th trip to Barceló in the Mayan Riviera. Premium club was very impressive and worth the extra $$$. Check-in was a breeze. Staff were always courteous and helpful. Upgrades to the Resort were very nice and classic Mexican. I would travel here again. I would like to see an improvement in the selection and variety in food.

Occidental Caribe: March Getaway

The grounds are immacultely kept and very clean. Food was average however most of the a la carte retaurants were very good. Room was spacious with all the necessities but requires mainenance as well as cleaning was usully late in day and not enough towels provided.

Barcelo Solymar: Clean and friendly

Convenient in many ways: 5 minutes walk from all of the boutiques and restaurants. Last on, first off the bus when going on trips (activities/tours) and only 15-20 minutes from the airport. 2 hotels in one therefore, two buffets to choose from ( although many have complained, I have no complaint on the food. What does people expect for a all-inclusive for the price?) Great beach, clean and friendly staff. The equivalence of a travel lodge to our standard; no luxury, no swim bar, older resort, st [... read more]ill would go back just for its proximity to the shops.

Barcelo Maya Beach Resort: Good spot for a vacation

We were very happy with the cleanliness of the rooms. The hotel had a variety of entertainment for all age groups. There was a dolphinarium, a shopping mall, and plenty of restaurants and bars. There was also a large selection of excursions. The hotel food was always fresh and delicious. The staff were all very friendly. Definitely would vacation here again.

Sunscape Puerto Plata: Except no wi-fi resort was okay.

If your on a budget this resort was okay. The rooms are clean food good. Went on a mother daughter vacation and needed to stick within a budget. The staff were friendly and helpful. Hard to get towels for the beach. And had to go to edge of resort to get free wi-fi from other resorts.

Barcelo Bavaro Beach: Best Adult Spot in Punta Cana

Barcelo Bavaro Beach is a small resort on a world-class beach. It has wonderful facilites....pool, bars, amazing buffet and two specialty restaurants, theater, games area, shop.....but is quiet and relaxing. A short walk, or a trolley that runs every 8 minutes day and night, takes you to the sister resort Barcelo Bavaro Place where the action is non-stop. The Palace is family friendly with loads of kids attractions, but also boasts a huge buffet, six specialty restaurants, multiple bars, a 24 ho [... read more]ur buffet, disco, casino, spa, theater, three pools and shopping mall that includes duty free. There is also a terrific 18 hole golf course on the property and guest services offers dozens of optional excursions. Guests at the Beach have full access to all the Palace has to offer. As a guest at Barcelo Bavaro Beach you can swim in the ocean, dine at a romantic private cabana on the beach, have any beverage you imagine crafted by friendly bartenders or relax on the balcony or patio of your spacious well-appointed room. It's the perfect romantic or lazy day getaway with plenty of privacy, but right next door you can gamble all night or dance til dawn. You have a choice of either of the two theaters for nighttime shows and more food choices than you can possibly cram into a one week stay. The food is varied and tasty and the service is good. Our room was well cared for, our mini bar always stocked and lots of towels provided. Can't decide whether to kick back and relax or go for the gusto in Punta Cana? For the adult traveler Barcelo Bavaro Beach offers the very best of both vacation worlds.

Barcelo Solymar: Splendid staff and wonderful accommodations

This was my first Barcelo experience and I was pleased with my vacation. Front desk man Oscar is the man who gets things done professionally and quickly. Animation team is fun and friendly. Accomodation was acceptable.

Barcelo Solymar: A good resort

Good resort for young people with a good location, close to downtown Varadero. Rooms and facilities were clean and the beach was amazing. This is my 3rd time at Solymar and I must say the only complaint is the food, which was far better when I first visited the resort years ago.

Barcelo Bavaro Palace: Great value for money!

Overall, the resort was great! My only complaint would be the way the bathroom in the room is setup...no privacy afforded when travelling with friends. Our shower leaked and there was water everywhere when we showered.

Barcelo Ixtapa: you can count on the weather here!

The hotel is outdated and does not measure up to other Barcelo resorts. The beach is nice to walk on but is unswimmable because of the undertow. We were even warned on the bus from the airport not to go swimming in the ocean. The pools were nice and comfortable to go into, not freezing. The buffet is very small with limited choices. The a la cartes that were excellent were the french restaurant and the outdoor barbecue by the beach. The mexican a la carte at the front of the building was pretty  [... read more]awful. We ate rice, the rest was like refried mush. Across the street was a fair size market where you could buy all kinds of fun things. That made for a nice getaway from the beach when it got just too hot as a lot of the booths were under cover. We had a hard time getting a hot shower although our friends did not have this problem in their rooms. The linens were changed every day and we had lots of towels, although the actual housekeepping in the room was not up par. They were very poorly staffed at night time in the lobby bar, one person one night for about 75 people. You had a very long wait for a drink and if you went to get it yourself, you had to go into the disco and try and get it in there. There are no snacks after dinner at all. On one night the waiter brought around little bowls of popcorn to our tables and that was it. But you certainly can count on gorgeous sunny days every day so that was the best thing about this holiday. All in all, anytime you can get away from like, it is always a good thing! However if you are looking for the elegance of a normal Barcelo resort, this is not the place for you, its day has come and gone.

Barcelo Maya Colonial: Always a great time.

This is our second time going to the Maya Colonial Beach, and we have nothing but great things to say about the facilities and the staff. Great pools, great beach, great people and great rooms! Love the fact that as there are no palapas (palm leaf umbrellas) on the beach that you don't have to get up at 6am to reserve a chair! We went during the high season and there were always lots of places to sit on the beach.

Barcelo Solymar: Beautiful beaches! Beautiful people!

Rooms were clean, staff was friendly, food was better than most cuba resorts. Lots to do! I suggest staying on the other side or in a cabana for a more peaceful nights sleep. Staying in the main building got a little loud at night from all the party goers coming home late. The entertainment staff did a fantastic job making everyone feel welcome. I would stay here again!

Sunscape Puerto Plata: Marvelous

I have stayed at this hotel before and returned as I know I can rely on the eagerness of the staff at all levels make your stay as pleasant and comfortable as possible. The grounds, pools and beach are well kept and clean. The rooms a quite large and comfortable. The main dining is full of variety at all meals and I found it had something to satisfy all appetites. Good selection of al a carte dining and the wood fired thin crust pizza is particularly popular. I unfortunately had booked a room w [... read more]ith a friend I did not know too well and she turned out to be the roommate from hel-l. I did try to make it work but after a few days of stress and lack of sleep, I contacted the manager to arrange for another room. She was wonderful and arranged for a new room for me at a very reasonable price and in the area of the hotel I favoured. It made the difference between what could have been a miserable vacation and which instead turned out to be a great trip. I will definitely return again.

Occidental Caribe: wonderful resort very enjoyable

We had a great time there and would go back again, the beach was great and our room was near everything. The room could have used a little updating it looked on the older side but it was clean and that's all that mattered. We definetly recommend it to my friends and relatives, I probably would have been checking my timing and not have gone when there was university break, all in all it is one of the best resorts we have gone to very enjoyable, So I do hope to win the prise. Thanks Karen Brisbois

Sunscape Puerto Plata: Great Trip

The bartenders were great always willing to make u something special good section of food so you could always find something to eat and well the beach was awesome and warm weather what more could u want..

Barcelo Solymar: Good Resort

Well kept, clean, lots of partying. A little loud so its great if you are on a higher floor. Maids are a little shaddy always asked if I wanted to give her my clothes, food is gross but drinks and beach are amazing.

Sunscape Dominican Beach: Not returning

My wife and I have been to a couple resorts. This is not one we would go back to. A friend from her work went here before and raved about it. Our room - Bathroom door wouldn't close, bathroom ceiling falling down, No hot water, Flusher on toilet didn't work properly, sliding patio door was very difficult to close and lock, smell in the room (all of these problems were brought to front desk and guy came to fix but nothing was done). Food - OK. Service - most were very helpful. Beach - EXCELLENT!!