Bahia Principe Escape Ambar: Beautiful resort

This complex is absolutely beautiful, so clean and constant care is given to the grounds and buildings! The beach is awesome as well, plenty of palapas and chairs. The pool water was warm which is most enjoyable.

Catalonia Royal Bavaro: Love this resort

I just love to stay at the Catalonia Bavaro, the beach is great and very peaceful. I love that it is adults only. This was my 6th stay at the resort, so it speaks for itself how I think about it. I look forward to my next visit in November of this year 2014

Grand Palladium Punta Cana: Beautiful Resort!

Loved all of the space and how open everything was. Food was great and beach was spectacular! Was very clean and well kept. Loved the natural beauty from different plants and animals. Staff were amazing and so helpful. Overall, such a great stay!

Occidental Punta Cana: great resort

The grounds were well kept, and the pool very clean. The rooms were adequate. Our building was right next to the beach, so it was perfect! When we arrived S-Trip (I think this is what the group was called) was on site and in full swing. There was a group of hundreds of teens Celebrating their spring break. We too were a group of 16 moms and teens...and let's just say I'm glad we Moms were on deck. I would check before booking again, with any resort, if there would be an S-Trip visiting at the sa [... read more]me time, and if so, I'd change my week! Food was great, and the a La carte choices were all fantastic! The beach, well the reason why we Canadians go!! And it did not disappoint. It was beautiful and very well kept, lots of fun activities for the teens on the beach and poolside. I recommend a Franklin Special and look up Lewis on the beach, he will make sure you take part in some fun water activities!!! I would certainly go again....a week S-trip was not!!

Hyatt Vivid Punta Cana: Fantastic....Dreams Palm Beach

Our first time in Punta Cana. This was a wonderful experience for us. Being that my husband is blind,we certainly chose the most accommodating hotel to meet his needs. The staff in all areas were most helpful and pleasant. Before we left for home,we already decided that we'd return again in 2014.

Cofresi Palm Beach and Spa Resort: Make sure your in good shape to clump steps.

The resort overall was okay at first we got stuck in small room wasn't very nice first night, the next morning we woke up to find cock roach I. Room so that was enough of that we went to front desk and staff was very helpful and understanding. Got moved that day to really nice room and that solved that. If your looking for nice beach this is not the place to go the beach is very small and not well maintained at one end smelt like sewer water running into the bay, beach also not raked up. The bea [... read more]ch is a zero in my books. Food average or below a little but can find something to eat.

Grand Sirenis Tropical Suites: A Terrific Resort

Everything about Sirenis Tropical is great. The beach and grounds are exceptional. The rooms are clean and well kept. The food is quite good and the restaurant staff are wonderful. I would not hesitate to recommend The Sirenis. I'll be going back.

Grand Palladium Palace: Overall Great Resort

Ocean view room was good, fairly clean, beautiful grounds, great food. Thoroughly enjoyed our trip. Staff was accommodating and wonderful to deal with. Special mention to Ginette and Alex in the buffet dining room. Had a superb time and would recommend to anyone. Only thing negative I can mention is certain upkeep needs to be done (i.e. peeling paint, chipped tiles in bathroom and certain tile areas of pool and pool bar.

Paradise Playa Dorada: Outstnding

This place is great, I have been traveling to this hotel for 20 years now. Upgrades have been done over the years, and I must say that they have done a excellent job. Rooms and housecleaning staff excellent Pool is always clean and warm, with a nice swim up bar The grounds are perfectly manicured and maintained daily 2 restaurants that are ocean view. Perfect view to eat your meals

Bahia Principe Explore El Portillo: Dream vacation

Well I just simply liked everything. I've been on several Caribbean and Europe resorts but never been on a place where incredible nature, amazing people and awesome services are so well balanced. And not to forget Mamma Juana. :) I just dream to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary at Grand Bahia Principe El Portillo. Thank you.

Dreams Royal Beach Punta Cana: so so resort

usually when u go to a five star resort hotel staff don't break in ur safe 7 hundred dollars went missing from one of our groups safe no money was re imbursed a up grade to a room was given big deal out or all the al cartes not one had a lobster meal but u could buy a lobster meal at all of them foe 55 dollars what a rip off

Bahia Principe Explore Esmeralda: Great resort

My friend and I, both in our 30's, stayed at the Esmeralda and it was an awesome time. The shuttle comes often, the rooms were always clean and very large, the food was amazing and the sports bar and disco were always a great time. I would recommend this resort to anyone.

Grand Palladium Punta Cana: Beautiful beach

Our room was located next to pool beach and lobby. Everything we needed was close. By mid week we realized we had access to several other resorts of higher rating. And all a short walk away. The menu and entertainment was of much better quality next door but fortunately we paid considerably cheaper at our resort. The only real problem I found was the shower. Everyone we met felt the same. We had a whirlpool tub which if it would've been cooler or miserable outside we might have used. It was diff [... read more]icult to keep the water in tub. We had to bunch towels around to try to keep water in otherwise you had water running through the room. Overall I felt it was the best bargain for my dollar. To date it's my favorite resort

Marien Puerto Plata Hotel: Amazing resort!

Our stay at Be Live was amazing! We had lots of fun thanks to the awesome animation team (mosquito, hector, Alberto, to name a few). The grounds and rooms were always clean. I would definetly go back again! Thank you for a great vacation.

Sunscape Puerto Plata: wonderful resort

The check in was smooth and very quick. The rooms were very large and spacious. When we were there it was windy the beach was great on the days it was to windy but the pool was awesome and the entertainment staff were wonderful. Would definitely go back.

Sunscape Puerto Plata: Lovely holiday!

I just came back from the Barcelo, I travelled July 16-23 2013. I was a bit nervous having read all the reviews and honestly, there is a bit of truth in ALL of them but you just have to figure out what you are willing to tolerate. We went in the low season and I encourage travelling then...any resort or place in general that is really crowded is always uncomfortable. I had no issues finding a lounger by the pool or beach in fact several were unoccupied and unreserved. That was great. It was easi [... read more]er to get a reservation in the restaurant you wanted, the buffet wasn't crowded either. We did go Club Premium just based on the reviews...having experienced it, I'm not sure its worth the added cost. Our shower and safe were hard to figure out, our room was big but the lighting was quite poor. (Again, lighting not an issue since I only used my room to sleep in.) A premium upgrade in north america vs dominican doesn't equate to what you think so reconsider that. The resort in general is lovely- the perfect size, very clean, 2 larger pools. The beach was actually really nice...I used it quite a bit.The buffet was actually really good...it does vary every night so ppl who say it doesn't are mistaken. The alcoholic drinks were great, they really don't hold back or dilute them which is nice. Ask for a bahama mama if you're in premium..so good! I travelled with my sister but wound up forming a group of 7 in total and I really think the group of ppl made the trip the gem it was. The resort was good but the company you have outweighs where you are....that goes for life in general I guess. I did 2 excursions- Paradise Island and the Freestyle Catamaran. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND both esp Paradise Island. It was the most GORGEOUS place I have ever been and it was so inexpensive. The island is just this white sandbar with some huts on it and they have unlimited rum and fresh fruit and snorkelling for free. The snorkelling is actually really great, they have some beautiful coral and fish around there. The water is crystal clear and the sand pure white silk. It was phenomenal. You feel like you're in the Maldives! The catamaran was really relaxing, you're on a boat for a few hours and you stop at 2 different points to swim and snorkel. Pack that sunblock, you will burn on that trip. For both excursions, I found the infamous Felix on the beach...as he likes to joke that is his office. He is a man of his word and all the reviews about him are right...book with him, we did 2 and he gave us a deal. Its quite cheaper vs through the hotel. Both were great and we had no issues. Find Felix. My only major complaint with this resort is that on weekends, they open it up to locals for a cheaper price so the resort is flooded with all these locals and now you are fighting for a lounger or a drink at the swim up bar. Due to the huge influx of ppl, the resort is dirtier (the pool especially) and it was cramped and uncomfortable. They are fairly rude and I got knocked into a few times in the pool without any apologizes. Doesn't cost anything for manners. That is truly my only complaint with this resort. Everyone was friendly, met some great friends, had lots to eat and drink and got a nice tan. For the price of this resort, I'd do it but because of the locals on weekends rule...I would probably opt for a more exclusive resort next time around. Enjoy your trip if you go...the resort itself is great and you can't go wrong but like I said, there are little truths in all the reviews and if you're nervous..pay the extra $300 and go to Punta Cana to put your mind at ease. ENJOY! And go to Paradise Island!! :)

Wyndham Alltra Samana: Great location,wonderful ocean view room

Lovely little town to walk thru , fantastic beaches just the food needs a little help. I never went hungry though as you can always find something. Take the oceanfront room upgrade, well worth it. Its a three star at best but great value

Riu Merengue: Simply Amazing!!!

We have been going to the RIU Mambo every year for the past 11 years. My husband and I loved it from the first time we arrived and because of that, we continue to come back. We loved the fact that the "Mambo" was quieter and more quaint than the Merengue and Batchata however loved the opportunity to visit the other two. All the employees from washroom duty to the animation team, to grounds keeper, to pool maintenance, to maid service, to the bartenders, to the chefs/servers, to front desk to Hot [... read more]el Manager etc. are absolutely wonderful!!! The hotel is kept very clean, the grounds are well manicured, and the food is delicious! Everyone is very friendly, helpful, polite and always smiling while still doing a fantastic job even in the extreme heat! Although it has been renamed to the "Merengue", it will always be the "Mambo" to me. Sadly, my husband passed away 2 years ago but I will always continue to go to the "Mambo" to visit with my Riu Mambo "Family" because he would want me to!!!

Marien Puerto Plata Hotel: Beautiful resort

Everything was good and clean. The weather is not guarantied cause we got rain almost everyday and not much to do in the resort. If you like to just relax its the perfect resort to go. The food was excellent.

Bahia Principe Grand San Juan: Great trip.

Hotel wasn't quite as nice as I thought, but for the price it was wonderful. The bed was a little hard for me and the water was barely warm at times, but the staff, the food and the surroundings were lovely. The pool was great and you had 2 choices of which pool to use; a quiet one and the larger group one. Would point out that we ended up buying a timeshare which I'm still not convinced was a great idea, soooo, if you don't want one, don't bother wasting your time at the presentation, although  [... read more]they do give you a nice gift.