Wyndham Alltra Punta Cana: Nice Resort, Nice Amenities, Nice Staff...But Still needs work

Well kept grounds , no mosquitos. Kids clubs, family/teen centre, pools, and beach were great. Staff were nice. Food ok, but too much pork. Rooms clean, but too small. All of us got travellers diarrhrea.

Occidental Punta Cana: Rough start but ended ok.

Our stay started off poorly when the check in staff gave us the wrong color of bracelet. We had purchased the First Club option and the bracelet was for a lessor value vacation. We found this out quite quickly when the staff at the first club desk told us we didnt have first club bracelets and so we had to go back to the check in area and get the proper color. For us the First Club option was very much worth while. A separate bar area at the beach and on the resort made getting a drink very eas [... read more]y with no line ups and better brands of alcohol. As well they served breakfast, lunch, and appetizers at supper time. You needed to eat supper at the ala cart restaurants or main buffets though. Our room was in one of the newly renovated complexes and was very nice and clean. The most annoying part was this resort has been bought by the Barcello company and all of the front line staff will hammer you on going to a timeshare/vacation club meeting. They are very friendly until you turn them down. After a couple of days they leave you alone so you can actually start to enjoy your holiday. The beach is beautiful as advertised and we never had trouble finding chairs. Most staff are friendly with only one surly bar maid and restaurant welcome staff. The resort is kept very clean and the food for the most part was reasonably good. If not for the timeshare pressure I would rate this resort 4 out of 5 but can only give it 3.5 out of 5 because of it.

Ancora Private Residence Yacht Club and Marina: Great resort, awesome staff!

I really enjoyed this resort! The buildings are modern looking and well maintained, the AC was great, the rooms were modern and comfortable (though my adult children thought the beds were on the hard side, I thought they were fine), the rooms had small kitchen areas, the staff were wonderful, friendly, and helpful (apart from the front desk staff who seemed somewhat unwilling to help with simple requests), the food was for the most part quite good with changes of theme to the buffet so you're no [... read more]t eating the same thing over and over, the a la carte restaurants were good, the pools were great, there were lots of activities going on and the ones I participated in were fun and run by enthusiastic staff, though the resort is large and was almost full it never seemed overly busy. The only downside was the beach, which was a shuttle ride away and was small and crowded, so we took a paid shuttle to a larger beach which was amazing.

Royalton Splash Punta Cana: Memories Splash in Punta Cana

The resort is a great place for vacation with kids of all ages. The water park is amazing, food was excellent, room was not so bad. I really liked the experience and would recommend to anyone. The airport in Punta Cana could have been better fit for huge volume of people, but that was the only bad memory I have :)

Occidental Punta Cana: Average Resort

Rooms very nice (modern, clean with jacuzzi on balcony). Beaches are clean, wide and impressive. Grounds ok as not many flowers (season). What we were NOT impressed is service, very disorganized, confusing, rude, long and not very customer oriented. They do NOT for the extra mile for the customer We've been to Punta Cana 5 or 6 times, worst hotel on service.

Ocean Blue and Sand: Great resort

Very clean resort, staff were wonderful. The food was always very good in the buffet and beach restaurant, never bothered with the other restaurants. The beach was damaged in latest storm but they have 2 large pools that were well maintained. Drinks were great and never line up at bars.

Hyatt Vivid Punta Cana: Dreams Palm Beach

Hello, Let me start by saying I was not impressed at all with Dreams Palm Beach Punta Cana. We've stayed at Dreams resorts before and it exceeded our expectations! To start upon loosing our luggage once located made us pay a 70 fee to have it sent to the resort with no receipt to claim upon our return. The food selection was horrible.. even the buffet had the exact same food everyday! Like I said we've been to another Dreams in Dominican and never experienced that! We had to write a review on [... read more] trip advisor before we could get lobster! Are you kidding me!! The kids club was way out of the way.. the days it rained they had nothing lined up for kids! They didn't have the trampoline in the water.. Beach was horrible! Rooms were average. However no water pressure.. thank god I paid for our inlaws to come so we could use their shower! Special side note.. you should advise the rooms don't come with a bath tub! That was a treat trying to shower my 7 month old who can't sit up!! In the end the money that I personally paid for 7 people to go was insane for what we got! We would of been better off going to the last Dreams or even the Bahia that I would of rated a 15 over a 5 star!

Riu Palace Punta Cana: Great Resort with some

Our vacation at this resort was great! We had a great vacation -- amazing service, the people are friendly, and lots of food and drink.....you didn't even have to get off your lawn chair (either at the beach or the pool), and you were served! For such a big resort, it was well maintained, kept clean (dining, lounging, and bathroom areas, including the grounds). The food was excellent.....there is something for all types, so try all the restaurants. We went to the Japanese, Italian, the Ste [... read more]akhouse, and the buffet. We didn't have to reserve to go to the a la carte restaurants and we could go as many times as we wanted....so we took advantage of that. We have no complaints in that regard. Our room was not up to our standard (for what we paid) - it had a very bad smell and we overlooked the next resort and street and parking lot and the noise (evening entertainment) from the other resort was annoying. And, horns blowing early in the morning (4:00ish). And, when we asked to be moved, they wanted to charge us another $35 US / night (that's $245.00 US or $318.5 CAN)....for something we thought we had already paid for. We felt our demands were not met by Trip Central and doubt we will book a trip through them again. As we spoke to several other couples, everyone had a cheaper rate and they all had the nicer rooms. One thing you will find at this resort, is that the rooms have a very bad smell - like a musky basement smell and you can't seem to get rid of it. But, the rooms were otherwise roomy, very clean, and up-to-date. The nightly entertainment was not the greatest. In fact, one night people were walking out.....we didn't go to two of them. The daily activities were only around the pool from what we could see or understand. We had 3 days of severe wind, etc., and no activities were planned because of it -- there should be an alternate plan (due to weather) -- these could be planned in the main lounge area or something so that we (the guests) have something to do (take it indoors). I didn't want to go up to my room because I had no view and it smelled. There was also the smell of sewer backup from outside in our room. One thing I would recommend with this resort is get rid of the vendors on the beach.....every two minutes they were bugging you. When I want to relax, I don't need someone coming up to me, whistling and trying to sell me stuff. For such a big resort and such a great distance on the beach, I recommend the Riu create a 'beach shop area' - set up tables, etc., for these 'outside' vendors.....they are walking around in that heat with all of their products/materials - unreal, and not pleasant to see when I want to relax! Put them all in one area, let the guests go to them if they want to buy something - quit bugging the guests. As for me, I just let on I was sleeping or something.....I was there to simply relax and unwind. There was never a shortage of beach lounge chairs on the beach or at the pool. And, no shortage of towels either.

TRS Turquesa: Awesome Resort

This resort was fabulous so much to see and very entertaining, clean great hospitality such an overall great experience. I would recommend this resort to all aged. I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again.

Occidental Punta Cana: Ok Resort

All in all I can say I had a great vacation, staff is slow especially on checkin, at the main lobby bar Leandro was the man, and in the buffet, Franklin Cedano, and Roberto, you guys rock.. but would I come back to this resort.. NO

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Punta Cana: Great resort

Was very good.. of course staff is at times slow or unsure .. promise to get back to us then don't..but pretty good resort..now you want 200 characters... see that bothers me.. ...... don't have the time or patience!!!!

Ocean Blue and Sand: Disappointed!!

The hotel and food was great however, the atmosphere and employees of this resort were non existent! Not available when called, or booked! Not happy in their work or tourists was very evident throughout our stay! Will not recommend nor stay at this resort again and I have travelled for eight years within the DR staying at numerous resorts (including repeat resorts).

Riu Bambu: Average Resort

This is the 3rd RIU have been to and we were a little disappointed. Food and drinks were great, however the accommodations were not so much. We were in a building that faced the driveway between this resort and another - lots of traffic at night and early morning. There were wheel barrels outside our patio area for the entire stay. Also, the grounds leading back to our room were never kept up. There was garbage and actual dinner plates in one of the garbage cans for the entire stay. I can't [... read more] say I think about the entire resort - it appeared neat and tidy. We just found it strange that the garbage cans outside of the units were not cleaned out daily. Did this effect our trip - no, however it did not leave a good impression. We did require medical attention of which was excellent and appreciated. We had to take a taxi to the hospital and this was handled wonderfully.

Occidental Punta Cana: Not great

The new renovation to most of the rooms were nice and clean. As for the service very poor on the most part and the food and drinks were not great. The pools are great and the beach is beautiful. This was our second visit and since it has changed owners would not recommend.

Barcelo Bavaro Beach: Bavaro Beach - Adults Only - Geat Relaxing Location - Sandy, Shallow and Warm Sea

Pros: The Adult Only rooms [Bavaro Beach - S. side of resort] have been modernized and are very spacious. We got to experience both types of rooms types [Palace side - first - then Bavaro Beach side last] when we requested another room because they could not fix the phone which rang intermittently in the early hours of the morning 3 or 4 time each of the first two nights we spent there. The Beach side of the resort tends to be much quieter. Great food and A La Carte restaurants. Caribe Restauran [... read more]t is the main destination for your meals with a good selection [get the crepes or order your eggs any way you want]. Chez Gourmet and La Brisa was unbelievable for quality of food and presentation. The wait staff were friendly and efficient. La Brisa is open for lunch at 11AM offering a full bar which the Caribe does not offer - they serve wine and Le Presidente draft beer only at all meals. Friendly staff - Guest Services is an amazing group of people. Poolside and foyer wait staff were very attentive, but be aware that they DO accept tips. Exchange your $US for $1 bills from the front desk. ***** Recommended highly as an all adults only destination ***** Cons: Palace side rooms [N. of the Bavaro Beach Reception area] are circa 70's but still spacious and comfortable. The Beach side is adults only and the Palace side is family oriented. The Sante Fe steakhouse [Palace side] was a glorified version of a very bad "Ponderosa with table cloths." Stay clear of this restaurant. The wait staff were an abomination and disorganized. The Palace Hotel resembles a two-story shopping mall with the emphasis on retail sales and marketing. Gorgeous foyer but the mall atmosphere is a huge distraction. Owners would come out of their retail stores stand in front of you and try to coax you into their shops - very annoying!!!!! We went one night and I can only describe the Palace Hotel as "mayhem central." This side of the hotel is filled with families and children. Going back to the Beach side was like returning to another world - quiet - reserved - and friendly. If you enjoy the adults only vacation stay on the Beach side of the property.

Occidental Caribe: Beautiful resort/bad timing

Everything about occidental caribe was amazing. People were so welcoming and nice. The food was to die for, the room was gorgeous, the excursions were fun! The only bad thing I would have to complain about that it was spring break. So there was tons of unappreciative/disrespectful kids running around. Made for sleepless nights due to noise, knocking on our door and running and loud music all night. To get drinks took forever because they were understaffed because of the amount of people. Other t [... read more]hen that it was an amazing experience and I would love to go back.

Occidental Punta Cana: Occidental Punta Cana DR

The grounds are absolutely beautiful. Well maintained and very clean. At night the lights on the pool and buildings cast a lovely ambiance on the property. The staff are very nice although English is a bit of a challenge for most of them. The nightly entertainment was very good from the trapeze acrobat show, Las Vegas show, Michael Jackson show (which was excellent), with lots of crowd participation. The Entertainment MC's were both awesome. The a la carte restaurants were just average. F [... read more]ood was never too hot and all the courses seemed to arrive at the same time. We were disappointed that there was no premium liquors at the bar. The dinner house wines were never consistent - different at every meal. The new renovated rooms are updated with nice touches like magnifying mirrors in the bathroom, hairdryers and all the shampoo/conditioner and body wash you needed. Always had to ask for maids to replenish beer in the room fridge and never had more than 2 beers at once. Lobby was beautiful and clean and enjoyed all the singers that performed. The outside couches were comfy and a nice touch. Overall, a very nice property.

Sunscape Bavaro Beach: Family Vacation

We enjoyed our vacation to Sunscape Bavaro Beach & Dominican Beach. Fast and friendly check-in. Wish the Lobby had real furniture instead of bean bag chairs. The food was great. We recommend Chopsticks, French Restaurant & Steak House (no reservations required). The buffets were also great (hot, fresh, lots of variety). Really liked the coffee shop in the Lobby. Room service was slow but good. We had to request Mini bar service daily (taking a note to the front desk helps). The resort ha [... read more]d lots of staff during the day. Lots of lounge chairs and towels were plentiful. Always lots to do with the entertainment crew. The resort was clean resort but the beach needs work.

Tropical Deluxe Princess: Average Resort

Just returned from a week stay here. Rooms definitely need updating and a really good cleaning. Wouldn't be a place I would stay at again. A/C didn't work. Being hassled by Royal Holidays everyday and could be 10 times during the day was very annoying. Couldn't even go for breakfast or lunch as they stand right at the entrance. We were basically pushed to their building for a 60 mins info session for something we had no interest in purchasing. There are people on the beach also selling things bu [... read more]t were not pushy. Beach was okay, nice sand, its quite wavy there. Food was fine you always found something to eat. We loved Cristion and Luis who are waiters in the buffet. Very friendly! The lobby is a distance from everything, but the tram runs constantly. If you need WiFi it is only in the lobby but can be very hard to get on to, just something to know for people who can't live without it. Ridizzio is a must try restaurant, delicious and staff was awesome. We went for the warmth and relaxation and we got that, but we personally would not choose this resort again.

Grand Bavaro Princess: Nice place!

The grounds and the resort itself were beautiful, however, a few things to look out for: -there are many stairs and ramps so one must be watchful when in the lobby or in the main buffet. - in general, floors indoors and out were slippery when wet so it didn't make walking easy. - resort was quite big, but we found that we could walk back and forth to the beach area with 10 mins to 15 mins - having a trolley coming by every 7 to 10 mins was convenient. - entertainment in the evening wa [... read more]s a bit loud and made socializing in the lobby a bit difficult Other than that, food at buffets was good, a la carte selections were good, the staff was very friendly, entertainment was good and the spa/gym were great.