Wyndham Alltra Punta Cana: Dreams Punta Cana

We returned to Punta Cana after travelling elsewhere for the past 10 years. Chose Dreams Punta Cana because of our satisfaction with several other Dreams resort stays. Resort is showing it's age, but everything in our room (4314) worked well. Lots of water pressure and hot water. Comfortable bed. Housekeeping was hit and miss on towels and face cloths. Only after we were approached by customer service by the pool one day and asked about our stay, and mentionning the towel/face cloth minor issue  [... read more]did we have them for the rest of our stay. Grounds are immaculate and nice and lush with several different types of flora. Service overall was very good. Few instances at a bar where people were waiting and a person would walk up and get asked by the bartender what they wanted right away and get served. Big tipper ? Food and service was very good at all a la cartes. From what we remember, the beef has improved immensely. The hamburgers and gyros were delicious. One day on the beach they were BBQing chicken and pork chops. Most delicious and tender pork chops I have ever eaten ! Family resort - we were there over Easter and lots of kids around but lots for everyone to do and a huge pool so never an issue. People hoarding the free floaties ARE an issue. If everyone gave them up after their little float around the pool then everyone would get a chance. Saw lots lying on 4-6 crisscrossed, and when asked politely for one, would be told they were being used. Will take our own (and saw lots doing that) next time. Also the towel issue is not enforced although they state security will remove towels if no one shows up after 15 mins. Basically these same issues (rude-inconsiderate guests) are at every resort...... Nice beach but not Bavaro white sand beach. Very clean, no seaweed. Nice to wak on for several miles in either direction. No timeshare issues although we didn't turn our paper key in for resort credits. Spa was OK. Had a side by side 80 min massage (good) which included a water journey ($35 value-series of hot/cold water/steam treatments) Other resort spas were nicer. They would accompany you on the different steps and time you. Here the steps and times are posted on a board and you have to keep checking and guess on the times. Some of the showers/equipment need repairs. Had share privlege at Now Onyx which is a 5 min cab ride. Went and walked around this brand new resort and had dinner/drinks at their Italian restaurant. Very good food and service. Then spent some time at their beach party. Vegetation not established yet, lots of concrete. Should be very nice in the next 5-10 years. Didn't check out their rooms. Weather for the week was sun/cloud/rain mix. But still very warm and humid. Windy the whole week. If you can find a deal, this resort is a good value.

VH Gran Ventana Beach Resort: Not bad, more of a 3 star

Oor weather was not the greatest the week we were there, April 17-24th, 2017. It rained on and off all week and the beach was really rough and windy. The food was very good. The staff was very nice. The pool was quite dirty...cigarettes butts and empty water balloons etc. wasn't quite a 4.5-5 star in my opinion. Nothing fancy. Had some problems with our toilet and shower. We asked for a main floor room, near the pool, I believe. We got a third floor room at the back with only a view of the balco [... read more]nies of other rooms.the entertainment wasn't too bad.

Excellence Punta Cana: 2nd Visit - Great resort

This is a beautiful resort, good food and great staff. We had a Terrace Suite with a plunge pool which was fantastic. All the restaurants were great and we loved that we did not need reservations. The entertainment each night was very good, some were better than others, but the Michael Jackson and Circus shows were great. The beach was great, but the waves are strong all the time so swimming is limited in front of the resort, but if you walk to the right of the resort there is a very calm are [... read more]a. This resort is well worth the money and my wife and I will be back.

Bahia Principe Grand San Juan: Awesome resort

Had a great time...we were there from april15 2017 to April 25...the staff are very helpful n welcoming...our room was very clean...the food was awesome...Victor our rep. For West jet is a gem...Eddy our server at main buffet always has a smile on him that makes people smile back...I most definitely would go back...

Coral Costa Caribe: Unbelievable

We went in the second last week of April and it was amazing weather, warm with a nice breeze not humid at all, we had about one day where it rained the entire day , but the resort is full of friendly people and games to keep you entertained throughout the day and at night they brought in the "chocolate friends" who are a group of entertainers who dance and sing (they are amazing!). This showed us that they had good precautions in case of storm or whatever. We didn't bring any kinds but they have [... read more] many child friendly activities daily and nightly entertainment for children as well.amazing and clean pools, beautiful beach with lounge seating int he sun and shade,large towels , 24h snack bar and delicious buffet 👌🏽The food was amazing! And so much variety , several vegetarian dishes. We started our stay with a small tip to the servers and cooks etc and they made the stay so much more enjoyable . The resort is really safe and has some people selling things on the beach (note: be friendly they are just trying to make money politely decline if your not interested, and if they give you food don't eat it without asking how much! Because after a bite of a small plate of 3/4 clams they will try to charge you $10/$20 so always ask before you sample) the people selling things are very nice and friendly and are known to the staff of the resort. The staff are amazing! Overall we had an assuming time great place! The suite we had, had a beautiful view (garden view) it had a few palm trees and you could see the beach and water! We had the second floor which was nice I saw the higher floors and the trees kind of get in the way of the scenery. The rooms are relatively clean and the washrooms need abit of an updating (never put toilet paper inside the toilet) the hotel was very accommodating and met all of our requests. Only thing that was that when we were leaving we almost missed our bus to the airport because the staff didn't know that the bus was going to the airport and thought it was a tourist bus, so yeah... we only realized because a passanger got off to use the restroom and we recognized her because we came down on the same bus and flight. So we could have missed the last bus (which was 30mins off schedule) if we listened to the staff. That was a simple error so it didn't affect us. Also the resort has amazing restaurants that you can make reservations for (delicious!) and it's very safe neighbourhood, we walked around wearing normal clothes (nothing flashy no camer) and there's tourists police everywhere to keep everyone safe. Honestly this was an amazing resort beautiful scenery, friendly people , friendly staff, great entertainment and club, and delicious food!, I would definitely go again

The Level at Melia Caribe: Great trip

We stayed in the adults only The Level. It felt like a little resort in a big resort. The Level restaurants are great. The staff very friendly. Not usually hard to fin a chair at beach however people still feel the need to save one even if they don't use it at all. Definitely would return.

Bahia Principe Grand San Juan: Great Resort

Beautiful and well maintained property. Enjoyed the gym, mini golf, tennis and kayaking. Good food selection at the buffet. Even my daughter, who is a picky eater, enjoyed the food. Really enjoyed the Mediterrean and Asain a la Carte restaurants. Highly recommend these restaurants!

Riu Merengue: Enjoy this resort

We enjoyed this resort for it's beautiful landscaping and long palm tree covered beach. No shortage of good selections at the buffets. Love the architectural detailing on the public buildings (lobbies, bars etc). Disappointed that the Merengue bar painted over it's original yellow details with all white, but still pretty. Improvements could be made by upgrading the room and safe keys, and more importantly - there are not enough pools, especially in Merengue section!

JOIA Bavaro by Iberostar: First timers at Iberostar

My girlfriend and I went on a long over due vacation at the Iberostar Grand Bavaro. I had big expectations for our hotel ,and I can honestly say that they were all met. We love the beach and when your rolling with Iberostar Grand the beach is ALWAYS clean (no see weed or debris). The servers and bartenders were always nice a came around the beach pretty frequently, make sure you find Manuel he was always singing and in a good mood.As foodies we are picky eaters and expect great service and they  [... read more]had it! The a-la-cart restaurant are all very very good. Drinks were always strong and in generous quantity. I know for some people they might find it expensive,I honestly believe it was worth every penny.

Occidental Punta Cana: Great Location!!

Not sure what some are looking for but this resort was great for us! Stayed in building 24 which was renovated and perfectly located. Very central, room was beautiful, always cleaned and stocked well. Group grounds were kept clean. Staff was amazing and very friendly. Food was good always a variety to choose from. Never went hungry. Beach was amazing. Had a wonderful, and well rested vacation.

Iberostar Selection Bavaro Suites: Great vacation!!

We had a great stay. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. We requested a room change to have more space and they easily accommodated our request. The beach was awesome. Food was good. We really enjoyed the option for frequent a la carte dining

Secrets Cap Cana: Best view ever!!

What a view as soon as you leave the shuttle!! Magic... Great wide beach. Therefore, many improvements are still needed (management, staff, service, food and property). It will become a real Secrets some day... Would I return? Not sure yet.

Bahia Principe Grand San Juan: Comfortable Stay

The Grand Bahia San Juan is a clean pleasant place to stay. Hot water was not a regular occurrence in our room and we had to call the desk for it a few times. Otherwise the room was clean and well cared for and the beds were comfortable. The beach was covered in seaweed while we were there and were told it was the time of year. We visited all restaurants and enjoyed each one thoroughly. The buffet had a variety of foods available and all was well prepared and tasty. The water activities wer [... read more]e fun but be prepared that Easter Weekend a lot of things shut down and there are fewer staff available. The Atlantic Ocean is not a great place to snorkel. The sun was hot and the pools were beautiful. .

Bahia Principe Escape Bouganville: Good vacation

Just got back April 23rd and had a very nice time. The resort was very clean and the people were excellent. Too bad for the weather having rain every day but still could be out around the pools. The only thing we did struggle with was the food. Could have been better. Fasuco the young lad on the resort was so kind to us and couldn't help us enough. Our flight on Transat as usual was excellent. All in all great vacation.

Casa Marina Reef Resort: Casa Marina Reef Resort - Great Resort on a Small Budget

This is not my first trip to Casa Marina Beach/Reef Resort in Sosua. First off I always get treated with VIP perks. I guess because the reception recognize me because I frequent there so often. I always seem to get upgraded to the better rooms ( main floor and close to the buffet restaurants ) I have requested to stay at the Beach resort side and they were fully accommodating onsite. I prefer to sleep in and don’t like hearing the little kids and music at the crack of dawn. Weather wise,  [... read more]I couldn’t have picked a better week to go. Normally this is part of the rainy season. It’s always a hit and miss. I lucked out but I had friends that went in November 2016 and got flooded (different resort) Food is always perfection at the resturantes. Buffet can get a little repetitive. However with Sosua being a little town, there’s plenty of great restaurants around town to try out. I always feel safe in the town of Sosua. There’s two beaches Playa Alesia and Sosua beach which is on a cove…very calm crystal clear waters. The nightlife is also great. Plenty of bars and clubs to fit your styles and moods. Along Sosua beach is plenty of street vendors to barter with for souvenirs. Back to the hotel, the rooms are decent, somewhat upgraded. Always had hot running water. And bar fridge was always stocked with non alholic drinks. Cleaning came once a day and if you needed more towels just ask. The maid service there is always great. Better to leave a tip every now and then. They will treat you like Royalty. Same goes for the restaurants. If you tip them, they will come back to serve you anything you pretty much request (within reason) What I enjoyed was that some of the waiters knew my favorite drinks and would serve it up while watching the shows. Speaking of shows, Casa Marina’s entertainment is very up to par with a 5 star resort. Great nighttime shows. Even for the little ones. The animation crew (poolside staff) are always very friendly as they try to get the crowd in on the games and activities. Overall, I had a great experience on my last trip. Do I recommend it. Always!!! Will I go again……You betcha!!

Cayo Levantado Resort: Beautiful resort!

This resort is one to definitely put on your list for rest and relaxation! The restaurants we found were fine dining like ones here! Great food always found something we loved on the meau! Our butler Romon which went out of his way to make our anniversary stay the most special time. Thank you Romon! With bubbles baths ready and champagne to just candles and chocolates at bed time! The island has beautiful views, great maids room was always clean! Staff very pleasant and accommodating!

Senator Puerto Plata Hotel: Great resort great people

Hotel grounds was just beautiful.felt like we were in the rain forest. I loved the gorgeous lush mou rains that we can see anywhere we were in the resort. Staff from waiters. Cleaners to entertainers and bartenders were incredible We have nothing but great things to say about the riu bachata. A wonderful 7 days with many memories .

Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada: 100% wheelchair accessible!!

This hotel is 100 percent wheelchair accessible and the staff are very helpful and go out of their way to ensure your stay is stress free and enjoyable! I travel with my friend who is a quadriplegic and uses an electric wheelchair and we had absolutely no issues with this resort. The resort is all on level ground and there is also a board walk that allows a wheelchair to go up to the ocean! The food is to die for and the entertainment is very good! We are definitely going to return to this resor [... read more]t and strongly recommend this resort to anyone who is looking for a wheelchair friendly resort!

Paradisus Punta Cana: Beautiful resort and excellent service

You must do the Royal Service. It met all of our expectations. The suite was beautiful, our butler Alex was very accommodating and helpful. My only suggestion is to verify if the transportation to and from the resort is private versus a shuttle bus.

Grand Bavaro Princess: Great

The rooms and the beach are highlights but nothing to compare to the natural area with all of the birdlife and reptiles. Great place to walk in peaceful natural areas. Also the layout of the resort is fantastic with the separate 8 plexes with lots of space in between. Nice to see a resort that is not covered in buildings