Bahia Principe Explore Legend: Great Familly Vacation

Great resort with very nice and helpful staff. The food at the buffets was varied and good. The a la carte restaurants were very good although getting reservations at a decent time wasn't the easiest.

Grand Bavaro Princess: Awesome Resort

This was my second time vacationing at the Bavaro Princess. The grounds are absolutely beautiful and are maintained daily. The rooms are very clean and comfortable. If you have any issues you can call guest services and someone comes to look after you right away. It's quite impressive. We enjoyed the food very much...as a result I came home a few kilos heavier ha ha. The staff is friendly and helpful. The beach, what can I say other than wow! The only real issue I had was with the ven [... read more]dors on the beach, they didn't harrass when you said no and they were friendly, they just came around too often...I didn't really consider this an annoyance though. If you're looking for a quiet and peaceful vacation in paradise, this is the place to go.

Bahia Principe Explore Legend: 2nd time visit to Fantasía

Being out 2nd visit to this hotel, it continues being a great choice especially for families with kids. That being said, it shows some decline compared to a year ago in terms of buffet variety and a la carte restaurant food quality. Ride from the airport is about 35 mins. The resort is beautiful, very clean throughout, rooms are spacious. Service is great, everyone is very friendly. Food choices are still plenty so you're bound to find at least one thing that caters to your preference. They  [... read more]always have some variety of meat, fish and chicken available. Still a good choice for a relaxed family vacation.

Royalton Bavaro Resort and Spa: 3 star experience at a 5 star Resort

Overall it was a good experience however they don’t clean very well and the food at the pool for lunch is not always cooked. I had to ask 3 times for a blow dryer to be brought to our room. They have room for improvement for sure but it is a very new resort and is still working out it’s flaws.

Paradisus Punta Cana: How perfect can it be?

Paradisus was just as good as it has been for the last 5 years only better. We had a perfect holiday thanks to the friendly administration folks and all the staff at this great resort.We sure hope to return next year and once again enjoy the exceptional Royal Service experience.

Occidental Caribe: Wonderful place

Absolute beautiful.Almost magical. The grounds are impeccable. Did not like when I went shopping they took me for one shop,and I felt compelled to buy something.Rather be on my own.The entertainment could be better.why not use the trapeze? Or ballet in the water.

VIK Hotel Arena Blanca: Needs improvement

Not very friendly or helpful.No hot water and power outages without any backup lighting.No mention from any staff what the problems are everyone is just on your own to figure everything out.Not pleased

Barcelo Bavaro Palace: One of the best!

IT was an amazing holiday!!! The resort was beautiful: the servers and housekeepers very friendly and accomodating. The rooms were very clean and maintained. The food was plentiful and tasty without reproach. My grandchildren never wanted for anything. It surely was a five star resort!! AND many thanks to Dianne Newick for all her support and help!

VIK Hotel Arena Blanca: Fairly Nice Hotel

This resort is in a nice spot. The grounds are kept clean, tidy, neat, landscaped nicely. The food was good; the restaurants nice. The room we had was very nice, even though not in the building when we had booked; the bathroom and shower large and roomy. The beach was very nice. The buildings are nice and clean. The hotel staff was nice and friendly. Once thing, we did not get the building we had requested when we booked, over a month before the trip. We were in Building 4, 3rd flo [... read more]or, with a bit of a view of the ocean and the pool area. It was not too bad. We had expected to be in Building 5 with an ocean view from the upper floor. Another thing, was the number of reps around trying to sell you excursions, or to join their clubs. This was a bit of a bother at times. The pool had no pool bar, which is usually expected in a resort.... A couple of times there were water issues at the resort due to some mechanical or other issue. One time the power was out for a couple hours, so there was no water as well as no power. An issue when needing to use the washroom. Maybe there should be backup generators ......Nightly entertainment for adults was lacking. Not very good at all. The sports bar was not very good. The TVs were small and up high, hard to watch; only saw one on at a time. One evening there was some get together event going on, so you could not even go use the sports bar.

Royalton Bavaro Resort and Spa: Royal Bravaro

We did have some trouble with one of the restaraunts and miscommunication, it took awhile to solve the issue - even then it wasn’t in our favour. The resort was beautiful but service could be improve.

Bahia Principe Escape Ambar: Large but beautiful resort

This was a large resort. Stayed at the Ambar blue. Couldn't ask for anything nicer, easy access to the pool and right on the ocean. Although, we never got a chance to eat at the al la carte restaurants we never felt that we missed out on anything as we ate at the 3 buffets they have. Different theme night every night and the food was amazing could never go hungry. The entertainment was amazing during the day as well as the evening. I have to say the Michael Jackson tribute was by far amazi [... read more]ng and watched it twice. The pool staff, the restaurant staff and the maids were terrific never had to ask twice for anything. The rooms were a little outdated but very comfortable. Had no problem sleeping after a hard day of sunbathing.

Bahia Principe Escape Ambar: Great Resort

The resort was well laid out, everything was convenient Lots of shade and loungers at the beach, only the early risers could get near the water or the pool The food was amazing, great night life The rooms were very large and clean

Ocean Blue and Sand: Ocean Blue- very nice,

Our three rooms were upgraded to Privlege. Using your butler to book restaurants is so much easier than trying to do this yourself. Makes things so simple. The Restuarants are very good. Buffet was very good. We had no issues with the food at all. The steak house and Italian were our favourite. Mike's coffee is an excellent place to get specialty coffee. The pool is awesome. Entertainment team work very hard everyday to make sure you are having fun. These guys work some long hours. Th [... read more]e beach is great to walk. It seems to go for miles. The Disco was surprising in that it was quite busy which makes it more fun. Lobby bar great place to relax after the shows and continue with more evening entertainment. We have been to many resorts. This is very good. I don't have a complaint. Our room was on the second floor which we prefer. Downside like most resorts, you still need to lay out your towels in the morning or you may not get a chair on the beach or pool side. I did see chairs available though until around 10:00 a.m. which I thought was pretty good. The staff are the most friendly I have ever met at any resort. 20 minutes from the airport Hope this is helpful.

Grand Palladium Punta Cana: Disappointed

Check-in and check-out was long and inefficient. Staff were not friendly and they were unorganized. We did not arrive at a busy time and there was 7 of us checking in. Room was the best part of our trip, the renovated loft suite was perfect for our family of 3. Main buffet was not good. A lot of deep fried food and the hours did not work for our family. It opens at 7 am, 12:30 pm - 3 pm and 7 pm for dinner, if anyone has young children I am sure you can sympathize that these hours are not helpfu [... read more]l for eating times. Some days they would not open at all and we found out it was because of an international military conference - which I should mention that staff could have warned guests about. Having a military helicopters land on the resort grounds and seeing military members step out in uniform, and not knowing why was very scary. We ate all our meals at the Palace or the Bravaro. Room service was slow and they made many mistakes with our orders. Pools - good for the morning, very dirty by the afternoon. Beach - no complaints. Kids Club - our kids walked in and walked back out, the staff were loud and aggressive. One actually scared my son who is very used to a daycare setting. All to say, we would go back if we had to but would stay at the Bravero side. It seemed much cleaner, friendlier staff and better food!

Tropical Deluxe Princess: Don't Be fooled

This hotel is very rundown. Many issues in the room. Large shower leaking from the room above, right through the light fixture. Had matenance in to look at it still leaked. Small shower floods after just a couple of minutes. Wooden door on balcony looks as if it has been kicked in could see everything right through the door frame. Balcony railing not anchored to outside wall. As well as cracks on concrete where the balcony and railing are to be attached. Can be a real safety issue if you are [... read more] not aware. Wires hanging on balcony where a light fixture was, other light not working either. Glass on balcony door almost out of frame every time you opened the door. No handle on door so you must place your hand on glass to open and close. Locks very difficult operate especially if you have hand mobility issues. Outside mini putt very worn condition greens have many tears. Table and chairs in main lobby many of them ready to fall down. Cabinet doors at bar areas falling off hinges. Make it look very cheap. The majority of the staff very friendly. Although you will always have those few whom are not friendly. Our Sunwing rep was unfortunately very arrogant and rude. Major confusion as far as what restaurants were included and what was not. On one occasion waited for Richard for over an hour and a half to help us. He didn't show. Next day tried to talk with him again was told to come back. We came back and waited again for another hour no show. When he finally showed it was time for us to go on our excursion. Still no resolution. That was when we were informed he wouldn't be back until the day we left. Felt very let down. As well as feeling as though we were bothering him. Nice to know that we spent so much time of our vacation waiting on Richard for nothing. Met with another Sunwing rep ( person covering for him) At least she was able to help us find out a few answers. Pools were nice and cleaned regularly. Beach was beautiful. Not very much as far as evening entertainment. Good thing for TV. Most bartenders were awesome as well as restaurant staff. Food not the greatest. Paid a lot of money for this vacation but felt very let down. I have been to the Dominican before and very pleased that time. Not sure I would go back after this experience On a good note our flight to and from the Dominican were good, food was good. We paid for our excursions on the plane and we were glad. We have no issues with our travel agent or our Sunwing flight crew

Blau Natura Park Resort: Best all inclusive we’ve been to!

Really enjoyed everything about the hotel. Food was amazing, tons of selection and really fresh and tasty. Room was gorgeous. Staff was helpful and kind. Beautiful grounds to walk through on your way to and from the buffet back to your room. A stream runs through the middle with peacocks, ducks, and flamingoes. Only downside is the pestering from sales people for excursions and trinkets. I know they have to make money, but 5+ times a day is annoying. Other than that, a fabulous and relaxing stay [... read more].

Grand Palladium Punta Cana: Great weather, fabulous pools

Biggest problem right from the start is staff spoke little to no English. my guess is over 95% of resort folks couldn't understand any English at all. room was great for young lovers but for two senior sisters, it posed problems. bed was king size (though I booked 2 queen). you had to use a step stool to enter tub. bed sheets were not changed often enough, face cloths only available on 1 day. for a 4.5 star that just isn't acceptable. the good = tons of pools, great location, weather a [... read more]nd company I went with were a 10+

Excellence Punta Cana: This resort was "Excellent"

The hotel certainly lived up to its name. The staff were exceptional as was our garden view room: No line ups at the restaurants - most were very very good! The grounds were beautiful.. SMOKING !! everywhere except the restaurants. Pool areas, lounge areas - the evening shows even permitted cigar smoking. There should be designated areas for smokers at the resort and those who wish to indulge can go to those areas while the rest of us can enjoy a smoke free vacation!!

Bahia Principe Explore Punta Cana: Awesome once again

This was my 4th time to this resort "Punta Cana Royal Gold" and was awesome as usual. My family including my 2 children enjoyed the most. The food at main lobby has lots of options with salads and fruits. The swimming at the beach and pool under hot sun is what you dream about. The thing I didn't like was the flies, so make sure bring a spray can with you.

Grand Sirenis Tropical Suites: Great resort!

My overall experience at the serinis resort was quite fantastic. I love the pool side the beach the food and drink where really great as well. The only thing I didnt really like was that the resort was more catering to family and I was a single individual. Next time I prefer a more single resort.