Resort is just OK. I arrived at noon, no early check-in, so I returned at 3 PM, my room was still not ready. I waited until 5 PM for my room to be ready. I discovered hair and sand in the bed and the pillow cases stained. Waited another two hours before housekeeping arrived. Most staff were friendly, except for a few who seemed annoyed when asked for help. If you’re an english only speaker, bring a translator, most staff have limited english skills and won’t be able to fully understand requests. Resort itself is nice enough. Some areas have fallen into disrepair, the rooms could probably use a bit of an update. There are no dressers, No place to put your clothes into a drawer. There is only a closet with a couple hangers, you’ll live out of your suitcase.
The food was not great, I tried a lot of what was on offer, but most dishes weren’t good or hadn’t been cooked properly. Hard potatoes and half cooked pasta. We paid extra for a lobster & steak dinner one evening and it was overcooked/tough. The beaches and shore are covered in kelp/algae that wraps around your legs. There are very aggressive vendors selling cigars, jewelry excursions etc on the beach. They are not affiliated with the resort but are CONSTANTLY soliciting while you try to relax. Shopping trip they offer isn't worth it, you’re better off walking down the street to the marketplace there and supporting native Dominicans. The highlight of my trip? The ocean view & Dolphin trip (not affiliated with resort)