Barcelo Maya Colonial: Great time

This is a resort that has it all. So much to do if you want to keep busy and a great beach if you don’t want to be busy. Just one tip to get your covid test. Do not use the shuttle bus. We waited 30 minutes to catch it. Then it took 20 minutes to get to the hotel with the testing site. It was a 5 minute walk along the beach ! So if you’re able just walk there.

Barcelo Maya Riviera: Best of Barcelo

This section of the Barcelo Maya resort is far superior in all respects. The design and architectural features are superb. Pools and beach are spectacular. Rooms were large and ver comfy. King beds are supersized. Service was excellent. Food at buffet was very good and a la cartes were a real treat. Good drinks. Oceanfront room is definitely worth it. Covid tests easy to arrange. Overall a beautiful resort hotel.

Barcelo Bavaro Beach: Wonderful Vaccation

The hotel was very clean and followed covid protocols. Masks were worn while entering restaurants and could be removed while seated. Temperatures taken when entering restaurants as well. Buffets we’re all behind glass and food was served to guests by a gloved and masked staff member. The staff was also working a 2 week rotation where they stayed on location to lesson exposure. The resort was only 30 percent capacity so there was no lineups and service was amazing. Clean masks were provided [... read more] daily in our room. Hand sanitizer was readily available all over the resort. Table were set 2 metres apart even in outdoor settings. Covid testing (pCR) available at the resort for $90US many people we met at the airport had to go to offsite clinics and paid $250 per person. Overall we felt very safe and commend the staff and management at Barcelo Bavero beach and our Agent from trip central for making sure we were prepared before our vacation to download the ArriveCAN app and also the QR code application to enter DR. The only suggestion we would have would be a reminder to clients to download and complete another application for QR code to leave DR to save time at the airport upon return. We would not hesitate to travel again because of the excellent knowledge and advise from our Trip Central team. Many thanks to you all. Brenda and Kevin

Barcelo Bavaro Palace: Great Family vacation

Hotel was great, pools were fantastic, food was ok but nothing to write home about the buffets were very low in selection of food only the a la carts we ok The premium rooms we had were fantastic great ocean view Beaches are poor has too much sea weed couldn’t even get in ocean and no protection from sun with chairs on the beach

Barcelo Maya Palace: Beautiful latge property.

The food is top of the line- rspecially the Brazilian, Italian and French a la cartes. Only food complsint is that like all most Mexican resorts there is only milk rather than cream for coffee:( the resort is very latge so condider that if you jave monility issurs- buses run from different barcelo lobbies but not from the buildings that house rooms to lobby, restaurants etc. Do not waste money on the upgrade- to premium level. Entire palace grounfs are wifi-friendly and rooms are all about the  [... read more]same distance awY from lobby. Beach is rocky and sandy but beautiful with sea turtles and natural life in the water.

Barcelo Maya Riviera: Absolute luxury and top notch service!

This was hands down the most amazing resort vacation my husband and I did. We are already talking about going back! The resort its self is so stunning and modern. All the staff went above and beyond to provide the best experience possible. We loved the Mexican and taco bar restaurants the most- very authentic and so delicious. The resort is actually perfect for covid because its so spacious and practically everything is open( even the hallways within the hotel has open areas), so there is al [... read more]ways air flow. I never felt like I had to get close to people and always felt very comfortable. We never saw any staff without a mask and everything was suer clean. We really felt taken care of and pampered. Wonderful experience that we cannot wait to return too!

Barcelo Maya Riviera: Gorgeous resort , entertainment is non existant

This was our second time staying at this beautiful property Barcelo Maya Riviera. The grounds are beautiful, the hotel is spacious clean and gorgeous. The a la carte restaurants on site can be a problem with the reservation list and trying to get in so book them as soon as you get there with guest services. There are 5 other hotels you can go to eat at and you can book the a la carte restaurants there as well which is a good thing. The hotel entertainment is a problem at this resort. The  [... read more]first time we stayed there we thought oh , it is new they will get it organized in time. Two years later the entertainment at the resort is still a problem. The entertainment seems to be mostly Mexican themed and ends at 11pm totally shut down. When you speak with other guests it is the topic of conversation. The music at the outside bar is electronic mostly, very loud and if you are not a fan it is annoying all day. Hope they get this sorted out for it is a major problem. Staff are helpful and friendly always. Dorothy

Barcelo Maya Colonial: Awesome Experience!!!

I had an awesome experience at the barcelo maya colonial. The service was exceptional. If you've been thinking about that vacation, this place is a must try. Enjoyed a great lunch at the steakhouse.

Barcelo Maya Riviera: Amazing resort

Beautifully appointed resort on the beach, with lovely pool areas including swim up bars, spa water features, private hot tubs on terrace in rooms are perfect, used it everyday before going for dinner, excellent service, staff are so friendly and service oriented. Rooms are extra large plenty of closets, drawers, cupboards, housekeeping excellent. Restaurant's were good. Everyone we spoke to said it was the best resort they had been too. Covid protocols in place, distancing, masks, hand saniti [... read more]zing, buffet served by staff, felt safe & relaxed. Immaculate resort, will be back.

Barcelo Maya Riviera: Barcelo Maya Riviera is an excellent resort destination

We had a very memorable and pleasant time at this very well kept resort. Staff was friendly providing excellent service, rooms were spacious and cleaned daily and stocked with amenities. Restaurants were good. Beaches and pools and other activities were excellent. We will go back.

Occidental Punta Cana: My favourite place!!

This was my 18th trip to this hotel. I keep coming back because the service, people, rooms, food and beach are all wonderful!! I must add that with covid, ALL precautions they can take are enforced!!

Barcelo Maya Colonial: Home sweet home

The Barcelo in the Mayan Riviera, is a wonderful place to go to and the reason we, along with others, keep going back (9 years). 1. The staff is wonderful (front desk, servers, maids, activity staff). 2. Grounds are immaculate. 3. Rooms are great. 4. The food is varied and one can always find options. 5. One feels safe on the resort. If there is one wish is that the shows at night be updated (same overall for the last 9 years). The singers and band are so talented that they could [... read more] do more. Looking forward to returning in 2021. Outside the resort, Trip Central has always made it easy to get to our destination. Thank you very much. Stay safe and well Eva Sawoszczuk

Occidental Caribe: Great Resort!

Had a wonderful stay at the Occidental in February. Grounds were immaculate. Rooms were kept clean. AC worked perfectly. Food was plentiful and varied every day. Lots of loungers at the beach and the pool. Staff were very, very friendly. Loved it here.

Barcelo Maya Caribe: One of the best we ever been so far

First of all I want to make this clear that we been travelling for a number of years with our boys who are 17 and 15 now and this resort we can say that is definitely one of the best so far. This resort was "Perfect for our family". A couple of downfall that I thing they should maybe reconsider and after speaking to several people on the resort we mostly all felt the same. Here is what I think they could easily modify or change and this would make this resort even more awesome. -We  [... read more]are in 2020 and we all know that internet is a big part of our lives, I don't understand why we still need to pay for internet. I know that there was free WIFI from 10 to 5 at the mall however what an inconvenience when you are sitting at the beach and you know you have to get dress to go up do just do your daily check up. -The need to have a parent to sign off to have access to basketball, ping pong, tennis racket etc. I understands that they need some kind of control however maybe the age of this could be reviewed. Every time they wanted to play a sport we had to walk over with them to sign off. - No enough bar close to the beach. We had brought a little cooler and we would fill it up with ice and put the beer we had in our rooms in it so for us that worked but I know some people they don't drink beer so I know that was another downfall of this resort. Those are just a couples of things that we feel if it would change this would honestly would push this resort another notched. The beach is one of the most beautiful I've seen so far in Mexico. One of our best experience was swimming with turtle at the Palace Beach. WOW what a great experience that was and I honestly can say this was one of the biggest highlight of our trip. We would definitely recommend this resort and I've already did recommended this to a few of our friends and they are actually looking to book this resort for next year. Would we go back just my husband and I no because it's very kids oriented and we prefer smaller resort. However I would definitely go again if my kids

Barcelo Bavaro Beach: Amazing Resort ! 6 out of 5 Stars !

Loved absolutely everything about this resort - the food, the cleanliness of the resort, but most importantly the people. Best service all around at this resort. This has been our 2nd time to this resort in as many years and we have found our home away from home.

Palma Real: Good resort for the price

Arrived in late and had no problems with getting the room I had requested.The resort has had some updates since last year but could still have more.The room service was very good clean towels every day and two great maids Yuni and Margarita. Apron arrival Felix was there to take our luggage to our room.In the dining room Yandry always had a smile and a table reserved.The second knight of our stay the resort had a special dinner for repeat guests and a bottle of Cuban rum sent to the room.The st [... read more]ay for the week we were there was very relaxing.

Barcelo Solymar: Great experience first time to Cuba

One thing is for sure.. book the bungalow do not stay in the building! Absolute mess and moldy musty smell. Couldnt breath. Finally I asked to change rooms after 3 days. At first it wasnt too bad but overtime it felt like it was getting worse so I upgraded. Work with the front desk for a deal to the bungalow. It is definitely worth it! The Cuban people are absolutely beautiful in every way, they really took care of me. Treat them as a true Canadian, with a smile and mos definitely tips. Th [... read more]e food... no. Food is meh A la cart seafood was my best meal all week. Book it. If you want a real nice meal go into Varedero or a hidden Gem in Santa Maria called La Fiesta Del Carbon jst a little outside Varedero. Worth it trust me. $10 cab to get there. This place I would reccomend for 20-40. Def a party spot as it is about a 5 min walk to the clubs in town. But I think it lacked women. Lol, too many dudes when I went but I think people jst reccomend this resort because of the young crowd so all guys go there and the ratio from men to woman is very dominant to the men side in my opinion during the time I went. Family's dont bother trust me, not so good for kids as it can be noisy during all times. Overall great experience, the beach of course is beauty and the whole stay at one play at 2 resorts was cool but I would prob not return to this resort only because I never go back to a resort I've already been to. If anything maybe I go back with friends only because of the staff. Your call dont overthink it but definitely get the bungalow!

Barcelo Solymar: Love this place

We have stayed at the Barcelo Solymer 3 times now and love it, hotel is a bit dated, but they continue to do upgrades. the staff is amazing. anytime we had any issues they were dealt with immediately. we will be going back again

Occidental Tucancun: Great location with beautiful views!

Great staff, rooms was spacious with an amazing view. Food was good, the Italian restaurant was very good. Location is great, we felt safe to walk down the street to both of the malls. Beach was breath taking- loved sitting out there, there were alway chairs at the beach- even when the chairs around the pools were all occupied. We did the excursion to Cobo and Talum, with the visit to the Myan village and cenote, which was well worth the money. Only complaint I had was the time we travelle [... read more]d was two weeks before March break and the teens had begun to travel, which made the halls at night a little loud. Would stay again, just maybe not this time of year.

Palma Real: great resort

the food was amazing alot better then sun beach the grounds were ok needed a bit work on the pool grounds but was ok other then are room door not locking due to the door was kicked in before and the safety bar in tub was not safe and electricity was bad and oh wait no light bulbs lol had a great time to come home to isolation id go back again