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Sosua, DO   

Casa Marina Beach & Reef - All Inclusive

User score 2.9 out of 5 See all reviews
El Baley,Sosua, Dominican Republic 0
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Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD

Casa Marina Beach & Reef is an all inclusive resort built on a private reef, with two ivory-sand beaches. The resort is located in the lively town of Sosua, 10 minutes from Puerto Plata International Gregorio Luperón Airport (POP)and 25 minutes from the city of Puerto Plata.

This family-friendly resort features 678 superior air-conditioned guestrooms which have balconies or patios with garden, pool, or ocean views. The resort has two sides: the beach side fronted by a large, beach and the reef side fronted by an old, cliff-like coral reef, into which were built sunning terraces and three, 12-person cool-water spas overlooking the sea, as well as another beach accessed by a wood structure. Wrought-iron benches arrayed on a spacious flagstone terrace between this resort's pool and its sunning terraces welcome romantic couples for moonlit sea-view interludes.

The all-inclusive program includes room, tips, and taxes, all meals (buffet style), snacks, daily teatime (16:00-17:00), alcoholic and non-alcoholic house drinks, day and night animation program, and non-motorized water sports. 5 restaurants, 2 buffets and 3 a-la-carte which require reservations, as well as 6 bars.

For entertainment, there are 3 free-form pools - one with a childrens section - and a dedicated Kids pool. Supervised activities for children aged 4 to 12 open from 9:00 am to 5 pm. Daily daytime program includes aerobics, beach volleyball, dance classes, and contests. Also 1 hour per client per day use of bikes and non-motorized water sports (snorkeling, kayaking, boogie boarding, and scuba-diving clinics at the pool). Also table games, table tennis on the beach, billiard, foosball tables and computers with dial-up access (surcharge). There are 3 cash bars including the one in the discotec too.

For more entertainment, there are several options, including daily live shows by our animation team at a tiered-seating amphitheater, and the Calypso Disco - open from 11 pm until 3 am (entrance free and drinks are not included).

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Dec 19, check-out Dec 21

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

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Overall score

2.9 out of 5

(47 reviews)

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Hotel address: El Baley, Sosua, Dominican Republic  0  

 
 

Area served

Sosua, Dominican Republic

Area airports

Puerto Plata International Airport

Description

The resort is located within the lively town of Sosua in Puerto Plata. It is accessed through two different street. There are several interesting places to visit within walking distance

Amenities

  • Free Parking
  • Free Breakfast
  • Pool
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Spa services
  • Restaurant
  • Concierge
  • Business center
  • Conference Facilities

Dining

El Batey

Located in the Beach side. Open-air, buffet style restaurant featuring daily themed dinners. Opens for breakfast (07:00 - 10:30), continental breakfast (10:30 - 11:00), lunch (12:30 - 14:30), and dinner (18:30 - 22:00)

El Acantilado

Located in the Reef side. Open-air, buffet style restaurant featuring daily themed dinners. Opens for breakfast (07:00 - 10:30), continental breakfast (10:30 - 11:00), lunch (12:30 - 14:30), and dinner (18:30 - 22:00)

Luiggi Restaurant

Located in the Reef side. Open-air, a-la-carte Italian restaurant. Opens for dinner 18:30 - 22:00, reservation is required, business casual attire

Sea Scape

Located in the Beach side. Open-air, seaside a-la-carte seafood restaurant. Opens for dinner 18:30 - 22:00, reservation is required, business casual attire. Some specialty out-of-the menu dishes are available at an extra charge

El Jalapeño Restaurant

Located in the Beach side. Open-air, a-la-carte Mexican restaurant. Opens for dinner 18:30 - 22:00, reservation is required, business casual attire

Luiggi Restaurant

Located in the Reef side. Open-air restaurant serving snacks from 12:00 - 16:00. Opens for dinner as well see details

El Jalapeño Restaurant

Located in the Beach side. Open-air restaurant serving snacks from 12:00 - 16:00. Opens for dinner as well see details

Please enter check-in and check-out dates to the right to select a room

Saver Room

This beautifully located resort features rooms with two double beds, air conditioning, cable TV, safety deposit box ($), telephone, full bathroom, terrace or balcony, with pool or garden view.

Garden View-2 Double Beds

This beautifully located resort features rooms with two double beds, air conditioning, cable TV, safety deposit box ($), telephone, full bathroom, terrace or balcony, with pool and garden view.

Ocean View-2 Double Beds

This beautifully located resort features rooms with two double beds, air conditioning, cable TV, safety deposit box ($), telephone, full bathroom, terrace or balcony, with ocean or partial-ocean view.

Hotel policies

Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD


Terms and conditions

*rate found for check-in Dec 19, check-out Dec 21

Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).

Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.

Reviews from our customers

Overall score

2.9 out of 5

(47 reviews)

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Score

4 out of 5

Trip hint

New Hotel New Experience

scuba144 Nov 23, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The staff in the restaurants were wonderful, if you don't mind getting new utensils every time you placed them on the plate, ... which was immediately wisked away whether you were finished or not. There was no real service in the buffet. If you wanted more coffee you got up to get it. There was a pitcher of water on every table. I think that the Meat carvers should be supplied with sharper knives, as it looked to me that either the meat was tough or the knives were dull.The best place to eat was "Luiggi's" for Italian food. I think they prepared your meal in the plate you were served as everything was HOT when delivered. The Animation team was everywhere getting guests off their lounges to do something other than getting a tan or just laying about. The drinks in the bars tasted weak, except for the BEER which was always ice cold and was readily available everywhere. I did miss the refrigerator that was not in our room, and that you only get 1 sealed bottle of water when you check in that has to be refilled by you every time you want a drink. The non-refundable safe lock $15.00(US) was a drag. I was tempted to keep it as I did pay for it. Check-in was easy. Checking out was even easier. We were able to keep our "purple" bands on so we could continue on the grounds until we were ready to leave for the airport. The Hotel was GREAT for the price. I would return, but at a different time of the year as the weather was not typlical for November. Don't miss "SHOWTIME". Everynight its a different theme. The entertainers put on a wonderful performance. Hope you enjoy your stay as we did.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Family

Shopping hint, Short Walk

As a matter of fact, Shopping, Bars, Local cuisine was directly outside the hotel front door. It didnt matter what you wanted someone was there to get it for you, trips, entertainment, hats, pictures,cigars, t-shirts it was all there. Taxi transports, either by car or motorcycle, was available for a nominal fee. Local gypsy bus, Gua-Gua, also inexpensive if you didnt mind being seated with 18 -20 strangers crammed in a minivan designed to hold 12. Don't forget to "bargin" for your purchases. Its not necessary to accept the first price qouted. The merchants are there to make a living not separate your from your last peso.


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Score

3 out of 5

It was OK

LB Nov 23, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This was my sixth trip to the North Coast of the DR. I had never stayed at Casa Marina before, and I chose it because the ... price was amazingly low. Considering what I paid, I would say that everything was fine. The food was good, though it was a bit repetetive. The Italian restaurant was particularly good. The service in the dining room was not great. They do not bring you water or coffee. Sometimes our dirty dishes would pile up before someone came to take them away. The natural beauty of this location is amazing. We loved the reef, and the tubs that were cut out of it were really special. The beach was beautiful, with the big crashing waves that I love. However, on the beach on the reef side, there is no shade. There are umbrellas, but you have to rent them for 100 pesos per day. I found that offensive. The rooms could use a little updating, but the beds were fine, and we didn't spend that much time in our room. I would have been happier if they had had wash cloths, a refirgerator and an iron. The staff at the hotel were all cordial, but not really what I would call friendly. No one was ever rude, but they did not go out of their way either. I was very happy with the location. I have stayed in Sosua before, so I knew what to expect. My preference is to stay in a town so that I can go off of the resort and walk around. For that reason, I prefer to stay in either Sosua or Cabarete. This hotel is okay. There are little extras that I have gotten used to that did not exist here. But if you are looking for a pretty setting in town for a really low price, this is it.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

3 out of 5

Trip hint

NICE HOTEL BUT NOT GUEST FRIENDLY

Oliver Hardy Nov 19, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

OVERALL IT WAS A NICE PLACE TO STAY BUT IF YOU WANT TO CHECK-IN EXTRA GUESTS AFTER A CERTAIN TIME THEY ARE NOT ACCOMDATING ... WHATSOEVER.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Friends

Dining hint, In Hotel

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY FOR THE RESTAURANTS TO GURANTEE YOUR SEATING.


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Trip hints from our users

Shopping hint, Short Walk

As a matter of fact, Shopping, Bars, Local cuisine was directly outside the hotel front door. It didnt matter what you wanted someone was there to get it for you, trips, entertainment, hats, pictures,cigars, t-shirts it was all there. Taxi transports, either by car or motorcycle, was available for a nominal fee. Local gypsy bus, Gua-Gua, also inexpensive if you didnt mind being seated with 18 -20 strangers crammed in a minivan designed to hold 12. Don't forget to "bargin" for your purchases. Its not necessary to accept the first price qouted. The merchants are there to make a living not separate your from your last peso.

--scuba144, Palatine, Il Nov 23, 2009

Dining hint, In Hotel

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY FOR THE RESTAURANTS TO GURANTEE YOUR SEATING.

--Oliver Hardy, Providence, RI Nov 19, 2009

Nightlife hint, Long Walk

If your single...forget it or if you wish to dine with friends from other hotels forget it here..

--Never again in this place for me!, New York and San Juan, PR Sep 3, 2009

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Reviews from our customers

Overall score

2.9 out of 5

(47 reviews)

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Score

4 out of 5

Trip hint

New Hotel New Experience

scuba144 Nov 23, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The staff in the restaurants were wonderful, if you don't mind getting new utensils every time you placed them on the plate, ... which was immediately wisked away whether you were finished or not. There was no real service in the buffet. If you wanted more coffee you got up to get it. There was a pitcher of water on every table. I think that the Meat carvers should be supplied with sharper knives, as it looked to me that either the meat was tough or the knives were dull.The best place to eat was "Luiggi's" for Italian food. I think they prepared your meal in the plate you were served as everything was HOT when delivered. The Animation team was everywhere getting guests off their lounges to do something other than getting a tan or just laying about. The drinks in the bars tasted weak, except for the BEER which was always ice cold and was readily available everywhere. I did miss the refrigerator that was not in our room, and that you only get 1 sealed bottle of water when you check in that has to be refilled by you every time you want a drink. The non-refundable safe lock $15.00(US) was a drag. I was tempted to keep it as I did pay for it. Check-in was easy. Checking out was even easier. We were able to keep our "purple" bands on so we could continue on the grounds until we were ready to leave for the airport. The Hotel was GREAT for the price. I would return, but at a different time of the year as the weather was not typlical for November. Don't miss "SHOWTIME". Everynight its a different theme. The entertainers put on a wonderful performance. Hope you enjoy your stay as we did.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Family

Shopping hint, Short Walk

As a matter of fact, Shopping, Bars, Local cuisine was directly outside the hotel front door. It didnt matter what you wanted someone was there to get it for you, trips, entertainment, hats, pictures,cigars, t-shirts it was all there. Taxi transports, either by car or motorcycle, was available for a nominal fee. Local gypsy bus, Gua-Gua, also inexpensive if you didnt mind being seated with 18 -20 strangers crammed in a minivan designed to hold 12. Don't forget to "bargin" for your purchases. Its not necessary to accept the first price qouted. The merchants are there to make a living not separate your from your last peso.


Expand full review

Score

3 out of 5

It was OK

LB Nov 23, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This was my sixth trip to the North Coast of the DR. I had never stayed at Casa Marina before, and I chose it because the ... price was amazingly low. Considering what I paid, I would say that everything was fine. The food was good, though it was a bit repetetive. The Italian restaurant was particularly good. The service in the dining room was not great. They do not bring you water or coffee. Sometimes our dirty dishes would pile up before someone came to take them away. The natural beauty of this location is amazing. We loved the reef, and the tubs that were cut out of it were really special. The beach was beautiful, with the big crashing waves that I love. However, on the beach on the reef side, there is no shade. There are umbrellas, but you have to rent them for 100 pesos per day. I found that offensive. The rooms could use a little updating, but the beds were fine, and we didn't spend that much time in our room. I would have been happier if they had had wash cloths, a refirgerator and an iron. The staff at the hotel were all cordial, but not really what I would call friendly. No one was ever rude, but they did not go out of their way either. I was very happy with the location. I have stayed in Sosua before, so I knew what to expect. My preference is to stay in a town so that I can go off of the resort and walk around. For that reason, I prefer to stay in either Sosua or Cabarete. This hotel is okay. There are little extras that I have gotten used to that did not exist here. But if you are looking for a pretty setting in town for a really low price, this is it.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

3 out of 5

Trip hint

NICE HOTEL BUT NOT GUEST FRIENDLY

Oliver Hardy Nov 19, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

OVERALL IT WAS A NICE PLACE TO STAY BUT IF YOU WANT TO CHECK-IN EXTRA GUESTS AFTER A CERTAIN TIME THEY ARE NOT ACCOMDATING ... WHATSOEVER.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
2
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Friends

Dining hint, In Hotel

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY FOR THE RESTAURANTS TO GURANTEE YOUR SEATING.


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Score

3 out of 5

good value for your money

jnyc Oct 10, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

the food was ok ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
3
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Single


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Score

3 out of 5

i was good what you pay for

suldo Oct 6, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

the hotel was great for the money you pay for the only thing the rooms need some fixed like the bathtub i was leaking water ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
1
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

2 out of 5

Puerto Plata Trip Fall 2009

Sean is in Da Know Oct 6, 2009

I called my room the HOT BOX / i have a temperture gage on my portable clock, it read 85 degrees with the AC on. Complained ... and complained with no help. Went out to a local store and bought a standing fan for $40 USD. Sweated while sleeping????

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
1
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
2
Location:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
2
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Single


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Score

2 out of 5

Trip hint

More for families then friends or single

Never again in this place for me! Sep 3, 2009

+The hotel has a non cancellation policy. Charges $63.00 a person for all or any guests you may invite for dinner. I had many ... friends in Sosua visiting from New York and they requested $63 for each one for dinner...they say its free for guests but they will not allow your guests to enter without paying a fee.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
1
Maintenance:
2
Location:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
1
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Single

Nightlife hint, Long Walk

If your single...forget it or if you wish to dine with friends from other hotels forget it here..


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Score

5 out of 5

Casa Marina Beach & Reef - A great place

Schwa Aug 27, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The hotel was in a great location. I visited many places in the surrounding area. I met a lot of good people and had a great ... time. The only thing that would have made my stay better was an elevator. My room was on the top floor and I was there for 10 days so an elevator would have been a perfect addition.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Single


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Score

4 out of 5

Great time and a nice place to unwind.

Frequent Flyer Aug 24, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Nice hotel with the ammenities of an all inclusive. Staff are friendly and the food was good. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

3 out of 5

Great Location Even Better Price

the girlfriend Aug 20, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This is a great trip if you are looking for a steal. There are activities that you can do outside and places you can be taken ... to by taxis. But dont expect much they serve almost the same things everyday but there are three restrants you can book and eat at. AND THE ONLY THING THAT REALLY MADE MY STAY BAD WAS I HAD TO GO OUT AND BUY SHAMPOO, CAUSE THEY DONT GIVE IT TO YOU UNLESS YOU SHOW THEM AN EMPTY BOTTLE. SERIOUSLY?! other than that it was fine.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
1
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
5
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

2 out of 5

Early Jet Setters

Jay Aug 18, 2009

We enjoyed the experience of being in another country and exploring a land that was not our own. The water was great, always ... nice and cool and in contrast to the blazing sun. However, im not sure if it was because we're young, or American, or because we are Black, or just because we're beautiful; but people stared at us as if they wanted our autograph all week, it was rather annoying. We endulged in the "spa" which was infact just a small room with a desk in the front and two massage tables toward the back, the massage was nice the comfort of the room was not! The food was HORRIBLE, there were things there that I wouldnt have wanted to give to a dog, thank God there was rice and bread for us to survive on for 5days!...We were able to snorkel on the Catamaran and that was rather exciting, all the staff on the boat were friendly and entertaining. This hotel should be upfront about not having elevators, they had us on the 4th floor in 100 degree weather. The reception desk was "non"receptive, im still waiting on those towels that we called about on day 3! In comparison to a trip to Aruba, there is none, there was way more comfort in Aruba period.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
3
Location:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
1

Traveler type: Friends


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Score

2 out of 5

Eh! Not a total disaster, not Great.

MaxV908 Aug 17, 2009

Food was OK at best, sometimes dissapointing. It really did get monotonous - French nite for example included "French" fries ... and tartar sause for the fish. The three restaurants were OK, much better fare than the buffets. The reservation system would be arbitrary, sometimes turing you down for no reason. Service really needs some big improvment. Sometimes the staff would just turn down requests for snorkling gear or kayaks just to say no. We'd ask for either, told that the gear was all out or no kayaks were available even though the stuff was openly visable. Maid service was sparse until the night before your checkout, didn't leave a tip. And the AC was either on or off - I'd have to shut the unit off in the middle of the night to keep from freezing Beaches were really beautiful. A few locals show up every day. The security staff kept them near the waterline. The Reef part of the hotel was much nicer that the Beach side. Get your room in the Reef side. Bottom line is I won't be back. There are better (and worse) hotels in RD.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
3
Maintenance:
2
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
1
Value:
3
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Family


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Score

4 out of 5

Casa Marina Beach & Reef - All Inclusiv

frogman Aug 14, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Very family oriented-many Europeans and locals. Staff was very friendly. Shows were ... excellent. Nice pools. Beautiful scenery. Good beach. Plenty of food and drinks. Had a great time and all for an affordable price.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
4
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Couples


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Score

3 out of 5

goog price

lulu Aug 14, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

WE WENT TO THIS HOTEL IN THE SUMMER OF 2006, THAT TIME THE ROOM BED WERE MORE COMFORTABLE, AND THERE MORE STAFF TO HELP THE ... GUESTS.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Family


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3 out of 5

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Compared to last years all-inclusive...

Thirtysomethings Aug 3, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

This was our second all-inclusive Caribbean vacation (last year we did Montego Bay) and comparatively there were plusses and ... minuses. The rooms are average U.S. motel chain style (like Holiday Inn or Motel 6) which was not a factor in our enjoyment because most of the vacation was spent outdoors... The buffet food was not to our liking (and not vegetarian friendly). It had little variety from day to day and the salads and fresh produce were lacking. If you like french fries and meats (ribs, fried chicken, etc) everyday than you'll probably be happy. The dinner restaurants, however, were surprisingly good, the only downside being that we were allowed only 3 reservations (via a couponbook) for the 5 nights we stayed there. We felt a bit cheated. The beach was great- much better swimming and snorkeling than Montego Bay. A major negative was that non-guests (locals- mostly teenage boys) managed to get in daily to the beach and were not thrown out by the one relaxed security guard on the scene. It made us more apprehensive about safety and leaving things behind when we went for a swim. Stage shows at night were fun and live music and dancing at various times during our stay added to the entertainment. Bartenders were much heavier-handed than in Montego Bay, too, and poured stronger, tastier drinks. It was not as social an environment as Jamaica though, probably due to the language barrier (and lack of a swim-up bar)- during the week the guests were largely French and German and on the weekend the majority was Dominican. Overall we had a great time, and would recommend the resort, just not to anyone looking for luxury and pampering.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
4
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
4
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Couples

Recreation/Attractions hint, In Hotel

There are lots of tours and scuba outings available, but for $25 we took a shorter snorkel expedition (3 hours) and left by boat right from the hotel's beach. It was not as expensive, long, or tiring as the other tours and we thought it was well worth it.


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4 out of 5

Greatest vacation ever

the man in the mirror Aug 2, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

at first i read many negative comment about the hotel before i got there, but really is not what people say, the hotel is ... very clean, geat location excellent food, great staff as well, i had a wonderfull time while in there,wiht the activities , the disco the water sport, the only thing that i really would have preffer was to have a work out area as well, like a gimm for instance.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
5
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
5

Traveler type: Friends


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4 out of 5

Good price for All Inclusive

Sherlock Jul 29, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The staff at the Casa Marina are friendly and up beat. They are overworked on the weekends when the hotel is crowded. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
3
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
3
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
5
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Single


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4 out of 5

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Beautiful setting

Darbyrick Jul 24, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

Loved the location and beautiful views. You are in the town of Sousa so everything is within walking distance. Single guys, ... nightlife is, let's say, you won't be single long. Resort's biggest asset is the beauty of the grounds and vistas. Nightly shows very good,food and drink decent.Rooms clean and basic. Very happy with my 3 night vacation.

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
4
Room comfort:
4
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
4
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel Staff:
4
Value:
4
Dining options:
3

Traveler type: Single

Money savers hint, Short Drive

Rent a motor scooter, 30 dollars a day.Ride to Puerta Plata and Celebrete and around Sousa.


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3 out of 5

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all inclusive experience

disappointment Jul 19, 2009

The room we stayed in can really use some updating. Bathroom sink was leaking from the bottom. Paints from Ceiling was ... chipping in a few areas. One was right above the bed. The room itself needs a paint job and updating. The vendors that came in the evening to the resort were very pushy!

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
2
Room comfort:
2
Hotel check-in:
4
Maintenance:
2
Location:
4
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel Staff:
3
Value:
3
Dining options:
2

Traveler type: Family

Entertainment hint, In Hotel

Great night show at the resort


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4 out of 5

Great family vacation

oak Jul 9, 2009

Would recommend to a friend!

The staff was very friendly. Our stay was very enjoyable. ...

Hotel features (5=best, 1=worst)
Amenities:
5
Room comfort:
3
Hotel check-in:
5
Maintenance:
5
Location:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel Staff:
5
Value:
5
Dining options:
4

Traveler type: Family


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Shopping hint, Short Walk

As a matter of fact, Shopping, Bars, Local cuisine was directly outside the hotel front door. It didnt matter what you wanted someone was there to get it for you, trips, entertainment, hats, pictures,cigars, t-shirts it was all there. Taxi transports, either by car or motorcycle, was available for a nominal fee. Local gypsy bus, Gua-Gua, also inexpensive if you didnt mind being seated with 18 -20 strangers crammed in a minivan designed to hold 12. Don't forget to "bargin" for your purchases. Its not necessary to accept the first price qouted. The merchants are there to make a living not separate your from your last peso.

--scuba144, Palatine, Il Nov 23, 2009

Dining hint, In Hotel

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY FOR THE RESTAURANTS TO GURANTEE YOUR SEATING.

--Oliver Hardy, Providence, RI Nov 19, 2009

Nightlife hint, Long Walk

If your single...forget it or if you wish to dine with friends from other hotels forget it here..

--Never again in this place for me!, New York and San Juan, PR Sep 3, 2009

Recreation/Attractions hint, In Hotel

There are lots of tours and scuba outings available, but for $25 we took a shorter snorkel expedition (3 hours) and left by boat right from the hotel's beach. It was not as expensive, long, or tiring as the other tours and we thought it was well worth it.

--Thirtysomethings, New York, NY Aug 3, 2009

Money savers hint, Short Drive

Rent a motor scooter, 30 dollars a day.Ride to Puerta Plata and Celebrete and around Sousa.

--Darbyrick, Phila PA Jul 24, 2009

Entertainment hint, In Hotel

Great night show at the resort

--disappointment, New York Jul 19, 2009

Recreation/Attractions hint, In Hotel

The outback safari was awesome and worth every bit of the money! We would definitely recommend this tour to families and couples visiting the Casa Marina Resort.

--Happy Honeymooners, Ann Arbor, MI Jun 29, 2009

Nightlife hint, Short Walk

Head to the main strip for the great nite-life!!!!!

--Big Sean, Queen's ---NYC May 12, 2009

Dining hint, Short Walk

The Italian restaurant Bologna was the best. and just a short walk.

--That white guy, Park City UT. Apr 22, 2009

Recreation/Attractions hint, Short Drive

Wind boarding, surfing- very cool.

--Tuttle, USA Oct 27, 2008

Nightlife hint, Short Walk

The nightlife and all its offering are there for the taking...

--Tony, West Islip Jun 24, 2008

Shopping hint, Short Walk

When you come out of the resort you have a little store that exchanges money at a better percentage than the resort does. There is a lot of souvenir shops but trust me I recommend you to buy it at the airport, so much more cheap.

--Veronica, West New York Jun 8, 2008

Nightlife hint, Short Walk

Johnny Rodgers has great drinks in Sosua

--Reginald, USA May 27, 2008

Nightlife hint, Short Walk

LOTS OF GIFT SHOPS IN THE AREA PHARMACY,SUPERMARKET EATERYS JUST A SHORT WALK BANK RIGHT DOWN THE BLOCK..NITE CLUBS DICSO EVERY THING IN THE AREA...

--Lloyd, New York, NY Apr 17, 2008

Dining hint, Long Walk

Go right out of hotel, take first left and there is a small restaurant, hotel on the right. Very good food at very good prices. Further on this street, is an Irish Sports bar with good happy hour and breakfast.

--Robert, Providence, RI Apr 8, 2008

Shopping hint, Short Walk

Barter shopping...be aware!

--Patricia, Chicago, IL Mar 31, 2008

Entertainment hint, Short Drive

GO on the Jeep adventure tour it was amazing

--Darren, Bozeman, MT Jun 20, 2007

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