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 I had a good time. Visited: May 2009 |
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| Posted by jessy_mo48 | |
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I came here this summer and had a lot of fun. However, there was not really much to do. I came here with my mom and her boyfriend, and they seemed to enjoy it. I drank a lot. The pool was nice, but the beach looked kind of rough so I did not go in. I think I was bored because of the lack of people. I could have counted the amount of people who were there. Maybe it was the time of the year. |
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 This was a great value for the money. Visited: October 2009 |
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| Posted by janaways29 | |
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Our family just returned from 12 days at this resort, and it was excellent. The hotel, staff, service, food, drink, pool, and beach were all great. The reason for rating this four rather than five stars was because of a couple of very minor things. The bedrooms, although very spacious and clean, needed updating. In addition, the evening entertainment was good, but a bit dated. Please do not be put off by these minor things, as this is a great value for the money. It was a resort that my family will definitely go back to. I recommend it, and feel it was worth the nine-hour flight. |
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| Get the all-inclusive package! Visited: February 2009 |
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| Posted by kristen_caribbean | |
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This is a fairly new resort with a good layout. We'd recommend you get the all-inclusive package to get the most for your money. The beach was beautiful, and the open hotel lobby, pool and grounds were great. The staff was friendly, but service was slow at best. The food tasted the same in every restaurant, just like most all-inclusive resorts. The gym was small but sufficient for a workout. We found there wasn't much in the way of entertainment aside from a small casino with a few tables. All in all, the trip was worth it for spending a week on the beach! |
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 It was awesome and a great place to stay. Visited: September 2009 |
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| Posted by mgwarren71 | |
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I really enjoyed Villas Del Sol. It was beautiful. This was the first time I have stayed somewhere that the pictures on the Internet did not give the place its proper dues. Even though the pictures looked good, it was just so much better in person. I will be staying here in February when I go back to the Dominican Republic. I will never stay anywhere else, and I know I will not be disappointed. |
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 Excellence was awful. Visited: August 2009 |
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| Posted by ramsayen68 | |
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On our first day here, the electronic door lock failed. It took hours to fix, and we could not change for dinner because of the dress code. The front desk was barely apologetic, and we had to go up the management chain to even get a proper apology. We were moved to another room, and the toilet would not flush properly. We had to flush 8-12 times per use. We let our concerns be known, and after two days of complaints the manger Nicolas told us to "wipe and put the used toilet paper in the waste basket and not flush it down the toilet". We spent our honeymoon either flushing the toilet multiple times, or using the toilet in the lobby. I am not the paranoid type, but I am sure that they entered our names in a computer because every time we complained (whether it was a new person or someone who we saw before), they would "check things out" but be really dismissive. I would never go back to the Excellence. It was not worth $200 per night per person we spent. |
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| Villas Del Sol is a great place to stay! Visited: July 2009 |
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| Posted by anastasi13 | |
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Staying at this particular villa made our experience in Dominican Republic extra enjoyable. Located in a tropical little town of Juan Dolio, it offers access to the beautiful Caribbean Sea, as well as the numerous attractions of Santo Domingo. The house is well designed and tastefully decorated. It is a part of a gated complex that is well secured 24 hours a day. The pool is clean. Also, the villa's managers are always responsive to any questions or requests. The cleaning service is quick and thorough, too. We would certainly return to this villa on our next stay in the Dominican Republic. |
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| My Home Away From Home 4 SURE!!!! Visited: July 2009 |
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| Posted by natedog | |
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A great place for anyone to stay. Everything you can ask for either minutes away or in walking distance. My boys and I had a great time. It was the first for some and they said they will definitely return and stay at Villa Del Sol. |
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| WE'LL BE BACK Visited: July 2009 |
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| Posted by crosario87 | |
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My husband and I finally went away on vacation after five years. I was really looking forward to this vacation. However, things got a little complicated, because I really didn't have the time for all the calling and scheduling. Yet this problem was quickly resolved the moment I contacted Nadia. Nadia is the person that handles the rentals at Villas del Sol. I found her while searching for an apartment or villa for rent over the internet. The moment I made contact with her, everything became very simple. She took care of everything; from making the arrangements to rent our villa, to contacting someone which provided us with a very affordable car rental. Whenever I had a question, I would text her and I would have an answer in no time. She sent us pictures of the villa and SUV we decided to rent. She also sent us pictures of restaurants in the area that she recommends and information on places of interest nearby. When I first spoke to her, I told her that the three most important things for us were security, cleanliness and a reliable air-conditioning system. Well, we're back and have no complaints. They definitely provided all the services they promised and much more. Another thing we loved was the beautiful and unique decorations in this villa. We came back with a lot of new ideas for our home. The villas are also fully equipped with everything you may need. Planning our vacation with her turned out to be a lot more affordable than we anticipated. This has made it possible to start thinking about next year's vacation. We had a wonderful time. Thanks Nadia, U R D BEST |
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 Sun Village provided blah food, watered down drinks, and unkept promises. Visited: June 2009 |
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| Posted by ajackson21 | |
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I stayed at this resort for my honeymoon. We received a free upgrade since it was our honeymoon which was nice (except for the several spiders that visited). However, that is about where it ended. We became so tired of the food and the fact that we had to get up so early in the morning in order to even get a reservation time in, that we paid to eat elsewhere down the small beach. (Also, so we could have a non-watered down drink.) Don't even try to order a vodka martini from any of the bars. The straw on this camel's back was when we cancelled a "magic moments" dinner on the beach and were promised our refund in ten days due to credit card delays. It has been two months. Surprise, surprise... no refund and no return call or emails from manager Luciano. I am still fighting, though. I like the Dominican Republic, but if I were you I would stay in Punta Cana, where the water is beautiful, and the resorts seem to be a little more dependable. |
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| Majestic Colonial is the best. Visited: July 2009 |
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| Posted by joetay1 | |
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Upon our arrival, we were greeted with open arms. I was looking for some tropical drinks. Anyone attending this resort must go by the pool side to the bar where you will meet the best bartender ever - Victor. Victor greets everyone with a warm welcome. "What's Up?" and "Yeah, Baby!" were his favorite sayings. Victor will fill your cup until it's time for you to leave the resort. Also, Yaser is the best barmaid. She brings your drinks to you as you sit by the pool. In the morning when you're hungry for breakfast, you will find Martina in the main buffet. She will assist you with anything you may need. She's the best. She's always smiling and willing to lend a helping hand for whatever you need. For dinner, the Mexican restaurant was very good. Also, the Three Ship Restaurant had the best steak ever. Entertainment was good as well. The Michael Jackson show, Magic show, Circus show, Dance show and Beach Party were all nice. The Club was also good with a variety of music. For those who like to gamble, bring your coins or dollar bills for the casino. There is always something to do for couples or for families. All and all, we truly had a wonderful time at the Majestic Colonial. If you are looking for a Caribbean vacation, Majestic Colonial in Punta Cana is the place to be. |
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| WE FELT LIKE WE WERE VACATIONING LIKE CELEBRITIES! Visited: July 2008 |
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| Posted by peyton_h54 | |
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We stayed here during my sister's wedding at Sea Horse Ranch. Very friendly staff and very conveniently located between Sosua and Cabarete. Super comfy beds and great amenities like home theater, pool table, relaxing pool, and great views of the ocean! |
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| I loved it. It was a wonderful place to stay in Old Town. Visited: August 2008 |
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| Posted by marc425 | |
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This is a true jewel in the city. This old mansion was totally renovated with great taste and comfort. The rooms are super nice and clean, with Sertapedic matresses, fine linens, and Andalusian tiles in the bathrooms. Plus, it is only one of two hotels (the other is Nicolas de Ovando triple the price) which has a swimming pool under a mango tree. The staff is extremely pleasant, and there is always security. |
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| This was a great villa. Visited: March 2009 |
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| Posted by jordanes54 | |
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It was beautiful, safe, clean, modern, and in a great location. It was an awesome villa close to the beach, restaurants, and a small supermarket. The place was awesome, with a great setup. The whole place had upgrades galore. I will be returning someday. Hopefully soon. Aside from the villa, they had a semi-concierge service...Jeff, Juan Pablo, and Jonathon were wonderful. They really took care of every request I had. I highly recommend this villa. |
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| It's well worth going. Visited: April 2008 |
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| Posted by stylish04 | |
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I came here last year, and found the place amazing. The staff was great and very friendly. The shows were very entertaining, but the club was a bit on the dull side. Other than that, I couldn't fault the place. The food was absolutely spectacular. I only went to one restaurant. I am a great fan of meat, and they cooked the meat fresh every night at the buffet. They also had a great ski instructor who taught me how to water ski. They had free snorkeling and free banana boats if you booked them, too. This place is a must go. I am considering coming back this year with a couple of friends. The only thing I could fault was that it was a long distance from the airport. It was about a hour coach journey. As a result, we didn't leave the resort much. Still, it was a lovely place to go. |
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| We felt that the web site was very misleading. Visited: March 2009 |
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| Posted by jassisra | |
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We recently stayed at Sunrise Villa and were not impressed. We have done the whole vacation rental home "thing" before, and this particular rental location will not be remembered as one or our better experiences. The grounds were beautiful, the staff was friendly, and the pool nice. However, the whole package as sold on the web site "oversells and under-delivers" on many fronts, therefore making our whole experience below average. The food was mediocre, and for the vegetarians in the family they went home hungry. Processed, frozen bulk food was our afternoon snack, something that was obviously picked up at the local Dominican Republic Sam's Club type store. We had problems with the showers that we told the owner about on the first day, but these were never addressed and fixed, other than the token line of "Oh, you found one of our quirks". So the afternoon cold shower was a great way to get your second wind, not exactly the "luxury" that they are attempting to sell on their web site. In addition, laundry was not brought back the next day, but in a few days. It was delivered to the main house in a basket for all to rummage through (vs. dropping off in the rooms that it was picked up in). The biggest "beef" we had with the place was the fact that at 14 days before our arrival, we learned that despite what the web site indicated, there was no swimming in the ocean out in front of the house. There were no beach toys, and not enough beach chairs to accommodate the group. Also, board games were all thrown apart, there were no videos to watch, and no playstation. |
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| Loved it! Visited: February 2009 |
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| Posted by nolarice | |
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We spent a week at this resort, and we were totally in love with this place! It was in a great location, and the food was great. The beach was amazing, and the rooms were so comfortable! I will be coming back, definitely! |
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| There were some ups and downs. Visited: February 2009 |
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| Posted by world_traveler100 | |
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I just returned from Luperon Beach Resort on a vacation with friends. I think at one time this was a really nice place, but it needs some work. Around the pools, some of the sun umbrellas were just the metal pieces, no canvas. There were also cockroaches and spiders in the rooms. The piece to hold up my shower head was broken, and not replaced. In addition, my friend did not have a shower curtain. A couple we met moved twice - once because they saw a cockroach and once because water came through their ceiling when the people upstairs showered. The beach was nice, and the food was good. The accommodations need work, though. |
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| We encountered long lines here. Visited: February 2009 |
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| Posted by bronx,ny | |
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The food was tasty, but there were long, long lines. We tried to make reservations at the restaurants, and they did not make them. However, they wanted two hours to eat Mexican. There were not enough umbrellas, and we had to get up at 7 am to stand in line - and about ten were given out at 8 am. Also, the resort ran out of beer and liquior one night. What happened to all inclusive? I will return to the Dominican Republic, but not to the Coral Resort. |
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| We had a bad experience here. Visited: March 2008 |
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| Posted by kasia | |
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Sure, the beach was fantastic. The pools were great, and the hotel was huge. However, the people were another story. I don't think I've ever seen people who looked more miserable. Some of the men were nice. I suggest you tip everyone with single dollars, and you'll be fine. The bad experience was that the hotel had bed bugs that fed off our blood until I realized they weren't "sand fleas" (as I was told). I saw a show on TV about bed bugs before I left, so I knew what they looked like. I saw one at 5 am when I walked into my room. It was at the end of my bed on the covers (they only come out at night). It disappeared so fast I couldn't catch it. I was curious as to why they scheduled fumigation hours during the week? They actually left a note informing us they would fumigate our room the next morning. We cancelled it because we wanted to sleep in. Big mistake! In addition,, there was a man who would enter our room different times. I don't know how he came in. He would say he was fixing a lightbulb or something, but we never called to have anything fixed. He would seem to come in during hours when people would probably be gone from their rooms (out to the beach or pool). I am very suspicious, as we had an Adidas jacket stolen from our room. One night we came back to our room, and noticed that our pillows were taken off the bed and put under the chairs. On the last night, the covers were off and put under the desk. It was bizarre. Another downside was that it was hard to get drinks at the poolside bar because it took so long. There was only one pool with a swim up bar, and it was on the French side of the resort (far from the beach). They had "sides", meaning they grouped us based on what country we were from. There was one waitress walking around the pool to serve drinks. I think I saw her once maybe twice during my stay. The last day I was there, I gave her US dollars, and my drinks were always refilled as I sat by the pool. Basically, bring lots of US dollars in singles, and they will love you. The vendors pretty much forced guests to buy something. When you look at something, they notice it, and then they take it and put it in an envelope and say "Here, take it, come back with money" and when you say no, they say "Yeah, yeah take it go!". They make you feel bad and feel like you have to buy it! I didn't, but still they were annoying. It was a resort mostly for families and kids I think, but I'd still be careful about the bed bugs. I suggest you find another hotel if you go to the Dominican Republic. |
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| I thought it was a scam. Visited: January 2009 |
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| Posted by countryboy91 | |
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After spending a full week here, and reading all the glowing reviews prior, I'm convinced that all these five-star entries are written by the time share owners trying to boost the occupancy. In the Bungalows' area, fewer than a dozen out of 96 suites were occupied, and in the adjoining Sun Village the ratio was likely the same. All the pools and tubs were mostly empty because they were cold. If it rained for more than a day, water would run into some rooms either under the hall door or patio door. In addition, the food at the Social was very poor. I'm not fussy - I'm used to oil rig camp food. The dinners at the Italian restaurant at Sun Village were good, but you had to walk to guest relations personally to book (and run the gamut of time share salespeople). The Malibu buffet, The Mexican and Thai restaurants were all very poor, and would likely even be shut down for health standards elsewhere. This was a "BYOB" resort as the bars had mostly local brew and only local beer. Very seldom did the pool waiters ever come by. Also, the activities staff at the beach only came by once in my seven days here. However, the timeshare salesmen were never far. The tennis courts were very nice, as were the grounds. However, there was nothing else here that a person would want to return to when you pay for and expect a five-star accommodation. |
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