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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1300
Local currency: USD
Accented with rich colors and an exquisite mix of Victorian and Caribbean architecture, the Gran Ventana Beach Resort offers a savvy all-inclusive choice in Puerto Plata. With premier service, location and value, singles, couples, families and groups will delight in all this beach resort has to offer. Truly defined by its name, meaning 'big window,' the Gran Ventana graces the golden sands and aquamarine shores of Playa Dorada, offering picturesque views of the Caribbean Sea directly from the lobby.
Consisting of 506 spacious guest rooms and suites, this first-class resort sets the tone for any occasion offering a wealth of onsite amenities and activities.
Following amenities are included in the rates: all meals, snacks and beverages including beer, wine and cocktails, weekly manager's cocktail party, one children's pool, one adult pool with a swim-up bar and an additional pool and bar located in resort's 'quiet' wing, nightly live music and entertainment for adults and children, beach access, chaise lounges and towels for pool and beach use, use of tennis court, lit for night play, use of fully-equipped fitness center and sauna, kid's club with daily programs and playground, one hour daily use of bicycles, one hour daily use of water sports: snorkeling, windsurfing, sailing, kayaks, one Scuba diving lesson, aqua-aerobics, merengue lessons, free honeymoon package available for all newlyweds with valid wedding certificate upon arrival, valid only within three months of date of issuance.
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1300
Local currency: USD
*rate found for check-in Dec 19, check-out Dec 21
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Overall score
4.0 out of 5
(11 reviews)
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Hotel address: Playa Dorada Puerto Plata, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic 57000
Puerto Plata.
Luperon Internatinal airport-20 minutes, Santiago international airport-1.15 minutes, Ans Santo Domingo airport-3 hours.
The hotel is located in a hotel complex just 5 minutes driving from the main city Puerto Plata and only 40 minutes from the thematic park Ocean World. 400 meters from the Roberts Trent John Sr. golf course, shutter service to the bagua spa at Casa Colonial Beach & Spa sister property. It is just 30 minutes from the touristic city of Sosuan and 45 minutes from the surfers paradises in the Caribbean, Cabarete City. It just 20 minutes from the Luperon International Airport.
Octopus Gourmet Restaurant serves flavorful Caribbean cuisine.
Ocean Grill features a variety of fresh meats, fish and seafood on the grill.
Sapore di Mare offers delectable Italian cuisine.
Las Almejas Cafeteria serves daily buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Gran Ventana Beach Resort offers a variety of dining options. With three a la carte, all-inclusive restaurants featuring authentic Caribbean cuisine, fine Italian dishes and fresh seafood, there is something to satisfy every craving. For a refreshing cocktail or savory snack, guests may choose from seven bars located throughout the resort including a beach club snack bar, lobby bar, swim-up bar, pool-terrace bar, coco bar, tiki bar and late night snack bar. Guests may also sample the weekly cocktail during the poolside Manager's Cocktail Party.
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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1300
Local currency: USD
*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).
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Overall score
4.0 out of 5
(11 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Score
2 out of 5
Relaxing Vacation
Stefano Oct 27, 2009
My wife and I spent most of our time relaxing on the beach and ate mostly at the Bar and Grill Our room was very small..there ... was no iron and ironing board nor a coffee maker which most 3..4 star hotels provide. Nevertheless we made do for the 11 days we were there.
Traveler type: Couples
Plaza
Score
3 out of 5
Acceptable at $106 a night but, no ....
Mark Barbera Oct 18, 2009
Gran Ventana needs an overhaul as does the Playa Dorado golf course! The booze is terrible, thge food marginally better ... overall however, their exists a flash of epicurean brilliance within the Italian restaurant. The grouper I had was divine!
Traveler type: Couples
The nightlife is non-existent and caters to all tghe little kiddies that abound at Ventana!
Score
4 out of 5
Nice place, would stay there again
andy Oct 8, 2009
Well kept rooms and grounds. The food was good (better than I had expected) - particularly liked the ala carte restaurants. ... Pool and beach are very well maintained. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Even the evening entertainment was better than I had anticipated. Would definitely recommend it to friends.
Traveler type: Couples
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Plaza
--Stefano, Ohio Oct 27, 2009
The nightlife is non-existent and caters to all tghe little kiddies that abound at Ventana!
--Mark Barbera, New York City Oct 18, 2009
fly into puerto plata airport its worth the extra money in the time you'll save. we flew in at 1020am and we were at the hotel pool by 1045. :)pack a bathing suit into your carry-on.
--chuchu, new haven, ct Sep 16, 2009
Overall score
4.0 out of 5
(11 reviews)
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Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
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Score
2 out of 5
Relaxing Vacation
Stefano Oct 27, 2009
My wife and I spent most of our time relaxing on the beach and ate mostly at the Bar and Grill Our room was very small..there ... was no iron and ironing board nor a coffee maker which most 3..4 star hotels provide. Nevertheless we made do for the 11 days we were there.
Traveler type: Couples
Plaza
Score
3 out of 5
Acceptable at $106 a night but, no ....
Mark Barbera Oct 18, 2009
Gran Ventana needs an overhaul as does the Playa Dorado golf course! The booze is terrible, thge food marginally better ... overall however, their exists a flash of epicurean brilliance within the Italian restaurant. The grouper I had was divine!
Traveler type: Couples
The nightlife is non-existent and caters to all tghe little kiddies that abound at Ventana!
Score
4 out of 5
Nice place, would stay there again
andy Oct 8, 2009
Well kept rooms and grounds. The food was good (better than I had expected) - particularly liked the ala carte restaurants. ... Pool and beach are very well maintained. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Even the evening entertainment was better than I had anticipated. Would definitely recommend it to friends.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
great trip!!
chuchu Sep 16, 2009
the food was wonderful. there is definitely something for everyone. both the buffet and reservation dinners were excellent. i ... would definitely recommend getting to know the staff. we did and they were all so in tune with our needs. i felt like a princess, as humorous as that sounds. the recreation group was hysterical. the shows at night were ok, but definitely amusing and something to do. there are places to dance right outside the resort as well(but within the security of the playa dorada complex). the security in the whole playa dorada complex was top notch, as well as within the gran ventana. we did travel into the city one day and found it very poor and would only recommend the more touristy places...the brugal rum factory and the sugar mills. overall great resort if you're looking for some r&r and great food/drinks!!! o yes and i mentioned the beds earlier...they could just be updated a bit. they were comfortable but could be better. we would recommend the gran ventana to friends and family. also one tip is i would definitely recommend flying directly into Puerto Plata Airport. the 15 min ride beats 2 hours+ from santiago.
Traveler type: Couples
fly into puerto plata airport its worth the extra money in the time you'll save. we flew in at 1020am and we were at the hotel pool by 1045. :)pack a bathing suit into your carry-on.
Score
5 out of 5
good
sosawilly Sep 8, 2009
this trip was tha best ever ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
3 out of 5
Gran Ventana
Afrominican Chick Sep 1, 2009
This resort was ok. Nothing extraordinary about it. Best for families with children. When we visited it was full of british ... travelers, at least 90%. As other reviewers reported, the other guests would get up early and take most available lawn chairs both by the pools and at the beach. Overall the food at this resort was bland and mediocre. The food at the italian restaurant was the most flavorful- wish we had discovered it earlier. Service was excellent everywhere. The children at the resort had a great time. The animation team had them put on shows and learn dances, which they loved. It was fun to watch the kids, but all the entertainment in the evening had to be family-friendly, which can get a little boring. There is no casino or disco on site- you have to walk or taxi over to it which we never did. The best part of the resort for us was the beach. Playa Dorada is beautiful, peaceful and clean. We took the Camaran snorkeling day trip and really enjoyed ourselves. Also, we hired a taxi and guide to take us to the Puerto Plata teleferico which was amazing.
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Beautiful spot
Chilean in Miami Aug 31, 2009
Great spot for relaxation!! beautiful beach. The staff was wonderful. Very close to the airport. Quiet and peaceful! Would ... definitely come back.
Traveler type: Friends
Score
5 out of 5
Excellent!
Rob Aug 25, 2009
Excellent food! and the beach is very nice! ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
5 out of 5
Lovely resort for a family getaway
Cool Mom Aug 5, 2009
This resort was so refreshing and fun we had a great time the staff was fantastic so friendly and helpful and a lot of fun. ... The food was delicious and bountiful and fresh.
Traveler type: Family
Coco Bongo night club
Score
5 out of 5
Fantastic vacation spot
Catherine Jul 24, 2009
We came to relax for a week so we only took one trip outside the hotel to Puerto Plata.We took a tour of the town of Puerto ... Plata, a cigar factory, a rum factory and a trip on the cable car. It gave us a bit of history of the area. It was very enjoyable.The remainder of the time we spent on the beach during the day, sailing, kayaking, swimming, etc. and in the evnings enjoyed the daily entertainment, fine dining and cool breezes near the beach.It was our first trip to the Dominican Republic.The local people we met were extremely helpful and friendly. In particular [...], the hotel staff that showed themselves to be exceptional hosts during our visit and went "above and beyond" to serve us.We are going back next year for a longer stay.
Traveler type: Couples
Three great restaurants on site. If you enjoy dining near the beach with the cool trade winds blowing, seek out the "Ocean Grill" restaurant [...]
Score
4 out of 5
Very Pleased with 1st time visit
pattiirie Jun 9, 2009
Great 5 days. Excellent food. Very hospital staff ...
Traveler type: Couples
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Plaza
--Stefano, Ohio Oct 27, 2009
The nightlife is non-existent and caters to all tghe little kiddies that abound at Ventana!
--Mark Barbera, New York City Oct 18, 2009
fly into puerto plata airport its worth the extra money in the time you'll save. we flew in at 1020am and we were at the hotel pool by 1045. :)pack a bathing suit into your carry-on.
--chuchu, new haven, ct Sep 16, 2009
Coco Bongo night club
--Cool Mom, Long Island, NY Aug 5, 2009
Three great restaurants on site. If you enjoy dining near the beach with the cool trade winds blowing, seek out the "Ocean Grill" restaurant [...]
--Catherine, Rye, NY Jul 24, 2009
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