Description: THE RESORT: All-inclusive with a prime location on beautiful beach with spacious facilities. Decorated in Caribbean themes, it has beautiful landscaping. Food, drinks, and activities are included in one price with your stay. In the fall we got a killer deal of $85 a person per night.
ROOMS: The resort shows some age and wear, but has Caribbean flair. Rooms are average, with plenty of space, and amenities. The bed was comfortable, or we were tired from the sun, because we slept great. Rooms are similar to a large Hampton Inn room. Don't spend time in your room -- go outside and enjoy the paradise. Most rooms have a balconies or patios with a view of the ocean and gardens.
THE STAFF: Housekeeping service is above average, punctual, and leaves orchids on your freshly made beds each day. Front desk personnel are friendly, helpful, and greet you with rum punch on arrival. Employees seem to enjoy working here.
DINING: There are several restaurants and bars to chose from. We ate most meals at Topaz, the main dining room which serves buffets each meal. There is a huge selection at the buffets, something for everyone, including vegans. The fresh fish catches and fresh fruit were our favorites. Food is average. Service is great by friendly wait staff. We ate here most often because we enjoyed dining outside with the beach view.
Caruso's Italian restaurant has a great view, with good food bit a bit exotic. Staff are formal but friendly. I had some kind of Mediterranean soup with tiny baby octopuses in it -- ewww!
The Islander Grill also has a great view, and serves local specialties. Try the conch cocktail and mango cheesecake! Meals here were spectacular and we had great service. You make reservations each morning for the specialty restaurants, but not the Topaz Buffet, as it is open for generous dining times. There are four bars that serve awesome tropical drinks by friendly bartenders who serve top shelf liquor. There are other snack bars and cafes to also chose from, most were closed when we were there because of off season. There is a midnight buffet and an afternoon tea served.
ACTIVITIES: Water sports are plentiful. There is a PADI scuba shop. The unique pool is has plenty of lounge chairs and poolside towels. A full time activity staff organizes activities throughout the day and evening. The beach is fantastic with lounges, umbrellas, and tiki huts on the sand. A piano bar, disco, nightclub, and a casino round out evening entertainment. There's several gift shops at the resort, including an upscale jewelry store.
CHILDREN: Children have their own playground, swimming areas, entertainment, and activities director. Only a small percentage of families had kids with them when we were there.
It's clean, casual, comfortable, relaxing, and we thought it was a great value for what we spent.
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