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4 Stars - 2079 Opinions
Playa Dorada, PO Box 22, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, Caribbean
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I paid around NOK 7000 for 1 week incl. airticket, hotel, food, drink, transportation, free rental of bicycles, tennis a.s.o All the people working there was very friendly and nice. It is an all inclusive hotel so you do not need to bring around much money, close to the beach, pool, 4 restaurants, 3 bars, nice and clean rooms.
An excellent 4.5 Star resort, definitly worth the money. All restaurants were great; service impecable, presenation fantastic and food wonderful. Many pool side activities and very family oriented. Beach is gorgeous...clean sand, warm crystal clear, emerald water. The animation team (in charge of all pool/evening entertainment) were excellent, always a new and fun evening of entertainment and they dance just wonderfully. Very close to all amenities such as shopping, casino, golf course, plaza (Dr, bank, etc) I would highly recommend this resort. The staff are extremly friendly, happy and helpfull...this is what made my whole trip, Thx gang at the Gran Ventana!
All I have to say if you are going to Puerto Plata, Gran Ventana Beach Resort OR Jack Tar.
I booked with my travel agent as a package, so from Toronto,Canada, I paid about 1500$ CAN for two weeks at a 4 star plus resort. Everything in both resorts.
My partner and I stayed at the Gran Ventana over new year 2003. When we arrived, i was overwhelmed by the apparant luxury - the foyer was spectacular and we thought it seemed the best of the hotels compared to the others we had passed. The pool was clean, as was everything. Everyone was always cleaning, it was reassuring. The food at the buffet got a bit boring after two weeks, but the a la carte restaraunts were superb - the Italian is a MUST!!!!
To be honest, i would have rather stayed for one week, as being a young couple, my partner and i got a bit bored in the day and the entertainment at night was poor, so we usually just retired to bed to watch TV after dinner. However the new year celebration was unforgettable - a live band, free champagne and a net of balloons that came down at midnight. I think if i went again, i would go for just a week and probably go with more people, but it is as a perfect way to spend New Years!
We just returned from a one week holiday at the Gran Ventana, and we had an amazing time. The resort is immaculately clean, and the staff are very friendly and helpful. We ate at all three of the a la carte resaurants, and enjoyed the Octopus Grill the most. The food at the buffet was very good, and we were impressed by the variety. The resort is right on the beach, and we never had a problem finding lounge chairs.
One of the trips offered by the vacation company is an outback safari trip. It was fun, but overpriced at $69 American. It absoulutely poured buckets the day we went, which put a considerable damper on the day. If you decide to partake in this activity, pick a nice sunny day!
Our only complaint was the relative lack of night life. After the nightly entertainment show, there isn't a lot to do. (unless you want to leave the resort, and pay for drinks in Playa Dorada, which were more expensive than we would have anticipated).
Just a friendly reminder, when you travel, you are an ambassador for your country. Sadly, we found some travellers treating the staff poorly for relatively insignificant things (like cutting the ham from the right side instead of the left)
We visited the Gran Ventana as dubious first timers, but we have to say how wonderful we found the location, hotel and staff.We have since returned and am pleased to say that we found it just as pleaseing the second time around, and guess what -we're looking to return yet again. Perfect luxury and comfort what more could you want.
Me and my 9 year old daughter just got back last night from a weeks stay at the Gran Ventana. It was great. This is a wonderful hotel with great ammenities and I highly recommend it. My daughter had a great time. The staff are wonderful and go completely out of their way to help you. The food was great (can't understand those who have complained about it on this review list). The rooms are great. We had an ocean front room in the Saona Building, third floor. If you are staying at the GV, request a third floor room. You have to climb the stairs all the time, but the top floor rooms have cathedral ceilings and are far nicer than those on the first and second floors. Take the Sea Pro Tour for snorkelling when you get there. It is great and the tour guide Jonathan is wonderful and highly helpful. There is a bit of a language barrier as 95% of the staff dont speak english, so learn a bit of spanish before you go, or take the lessons there (free with hotel). Water pressure is wonderful. Hotel is spotlessly clean, and the beach is far FAR nicer than that of the Paradise, and other surrounding hotels. The shopping plaza is a 2 minute walk away. This hotel is absolutely FABULOUS. Had a GREAT TIME and highly recommend it.
My family and myself just got back on Jan. 9, we had a great time. We arrived on New Years Eve, and we were invited to attend the the big dinner they had, but we were told we did not need to make reservations, but we actually did need them. They would not let us in, until we went to the manager and put up a fuss, after a half hour they did eventually let us in. Over all we had a Great time. We met alot of great people, some from Toronto, and some from Ottawa. We were upgraded from a regular room to a junior suite at no charge, because we needed 2 ajoing rooms I have 3 kids. and what a huge room, we laughed alot calling it a parking garage, it was so big. The food was okay, you have to look carefully at your vegetables my daughter found grubs in her broccoli, I went directley to the manager and they thanked me and removed the tray promptly. If you have kids they will keep busy, there are alot of activities for the kids to do. They also entertain the kids at night with their little disco, they ask the kids to join them on the stage, and dance and play games. My girls aged 10 and 11 had a great time, my son 13 also went jet skiing, and snorklinf and loved it. I would return to the Gran Ventana the weather was great and the staff were very helpful. It's also a great place to meet people, we made alot of new friends.
The Gran Vantana Beach Resort, was great the only thing that let it down was the evening entertainment. The pool was always clean, you could use the gym from early morning, before breakfast.
The food was brilliant, lots of choice, someting for everyone.
This resort was absolutely beautiful.. It was very well kept and the maids did a great job of cleaning the rooms. The buffet got a little repetetive at times but the grill was exceptional. The one thing that made my trip so enjoyable was the entertainment staff. They did a wonderful job getting everyone involved. Thanks to Franklin and derek for always being cheerful and helping everyone have a great time. Franklin... watching you dance made the shows 100 times better This was defenitely a trip to remember and I look forward to going back again soon
I'm trying to figure out where the Gran Ventana beach resort is located and distance from Puerto Plata, Cabarette, Sosuos...can anyone give me a bit of an idae Thx
Hi!
I use Debbie's Dominican Republic for my info on the DR. If you go under "North Coast" you'll be amazed at the info that's there.
It is: www.debbiesdominicantravel.com
Sosua is just 10 minutes drive from Puerto Plata and Cabarete another 10 from Sosua.
Gran Ventana Beach Resort is in Playa Dorada.
Playa Dorada is a like a village with only resorts, golfcourses and luxuary. It is situated outside of Puerto Plata.
If you like a lot of luxuary and be with tourists you are in the right place. If you like good hotels and mix with the locals you should go to Cabarete or Sosua.
But Sosua and Cabarete are not that far away and with public transport you will be in Sosua in 10 minutes and in Cabarete in 25 minutes.
Hi! its going to be my first time to the Dominican Republic in 7 weeks time. I'm staying at the Hotel Gran Ventana in Playa Dorada. Can anybody tell me what the hotel is like? Also what June weather is usually like.
Many thanks in advance
I went in July one year and it was about 105 degrees, all you do is sweat. I try to go to the DR twice a year. As far as the Hotel I don't know, but what I suggest is to read the visitor's comments. That will help you with knowing what the hotel is like, and the best places to visit for the best deals.
Hope this helps, I will also be in the DR from June 10th - 22nd.
Enjoy,
Helena
Thanks!!! Not long now, I can't wait!
Have a good hols
Hayley :)
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hello. i have been to this resort, its very nice, good food, friendly staff. it is quite far from puerto plata city, about 90 min from the airport. there is not much nite life in the area, but there are a few local hangouts. if your planning another trip to D.R. in the future you should visit punta cana. Gorgeous beaches , white sand, and tons of nite life.
hey thanks for ur info .... i have been to this resort 2times myself hehe just returned and i am returning in september and march cant wait. I loved the hotel an did lots of different things on the complex.... my mum and dad got married there 2yrs ago now and i wanted to return so i went in march with my friend. I know if i try ova places i will like them as much too but i rly wanna go bk to this resort lol domdoll xxxxx
Great resort. Food, beach, staff very friendly. Not much nite life, you are far away from Peurta Plata city about 90mins.
Hey there saw your post NOT LONG NOW TILL YOUR AWAY bet you cant wait a?? I was in puerto plata in june and stayed at the gran ventana in the playa dorado complex I have also been there once before, and i have already booked to go again in 06 for 3 WEEKS.
Be sure to let me know how it goes would love to hear and c some photos.
ENJOY
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Address: Playa Dorada, PO Box 22, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, Caribbean
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