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Grand Paradise Bavaro: Traveler Reviews

3.5 of 5
Carretera Higuey, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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Toronto, Canada
1 review
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Unsatisfied”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

Please avoid Sunwing if you can, no communications, long line ups, no customer service like Mr. Louise that represent Sunwing in the hotel and does nothing for the customers, he has no manners at all.The reception in the hotel is a disaster, there is nobody in there to give you a right answer, very bad attitude with the customers ,just to get rid of the customers they will lie to you.
In the room we had a Jacuzzi that never work, lights were missing as the same towels. The best service we received from Carlos Conception ( customer service) and his team.I will say that the entire personal of the hotel was very nice on the lunch rooms,on the beach bars and special on the animation team Socrates (El Choco) with his humor.Never will go back to that place.

Room Tip: There is nothing I can say , unless the hotel changes his service to the customers.
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Luis O, Manager at Grand Paradise Bavaro, responded to this review
February 22, 2013
Dear Vladmar

I am sorry that your experience with Sunwing and the hotel reception was not the best, and I sat with the front desk manager and talk about your complaint. but the hotel overall you liked, the service and its people, especially Carlos Concepcion and Socrates, to whom I have given your positive comments.

We would like you to give us a new visit to the hotel and we will work to serve you better.

Sincerely yours,
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Seekonk, Massachusetts
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
“Great vacation”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

This was our third trip to Punta Cana. We were very happy with this resort. It is the first resort we would consider going back to of the ones we have stayed at.

The staff was excellent and always willing to be accommodating. The only problem was some of them really didn't understand English very well.

The Lobby staff was great. We had good service at the towel huts. Never had a problem at any of the bars.

The food in the buffets was very good. They seemed to try to change things up a little bit every day so you weren't getting exactly the same thing every day.

We were not very impressed with the Seafood or Steak restaurants. Our waiter in the Seafood restaurant definitely didn't understand English. We ordered appetizers and someone showed up with our dinners before the appetizers. They corrected the situation promptly, but we could tell the problem was a language issue.

We found the Asian restaurant to be the best of the specialties. We went there twice. We didn't try the International or Dominican.

The resort is spread out into three sections. That is not a problem. There is a trolley that runs every 5 to 10 minutes 24 hours a day. Plus there are three large pools, one in each section so that was very convenient.

We were there from 1/25/13 to 2/2/13. We would definitely go back to this resort.

We were traveling with Apple Vacations. The Apple rep said that the resort used to be owned by a Spanish company that was having financial issues and was recently purchased by a Canadian company. That company is working on improving some problems that had existed.

Overall, we were completely satisfied with this trip.

Room Tip: I always prefer a second floor room. I'm not comfortable being in a ground level room.
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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King City, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Great Resort”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

We stayed the week of January 28th to February 4th. We travelled in a group of 8, but met up with people there for a total of 15. We loved the resort, although half of us were stuck on the far side, it wasn't hard to travel around and quite frankly, the pool on the far side was nicer to just relax. Upon arrival you receive 3 a la carte tickets and because each ticket could hold 5 people, this enabled us to go to every restaurant there, as well as every buffet. I found that the buffets had a great selection, although you could say that the buffet by the beach did get repetitive throughout the week. The a la cartes were also amazing, the crab balls at the dominican restaurant were to die for and although the portions were small, i found myself satisfied upon departure. The shows at night were very nice and the interactive boys vs. girls show really got the crowd up and participating, which we loved. The service was alright, for the most part it was good but there were mornings that nobody cleared plates, asked us if we wanted anything to drink or the likewise. This isn't a big deal at all, they are exceptionally busy. The weather; it rained almost every morning but by 11 most days it was clear again. The rooms were nice; a quad occupancy is a little squishy but what can you do. There was a kids club although none of us brought our kids there. There were tennis courts and ping pong tables as well as volley ball courts and all you had to do was rent out the equipment. If you're interested in tennis, the last available time to rent the court is 5 so i would get on that! You do have to pay for wifi, which is quite pricey and can only be used on one device however if you go to customer service you can get a slip with a password for 2 hours of internet in the sports bar. Even though the sports bar smells like a dirty pub, the two hours is worth it and doesn't have to be used consecutively, just make sure you log out! All in all it was nice to get away; make the most of your vacation and don't expect everyone to be bowing down to you because in reality, doubtful that that would happen! Enjoy!

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Gatineau, Canada
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Grand Paradise - Great resort”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2013

Great vacation at the resort (10 - 16 February 2012) and not thanks to Sunwing. Please avoid Sunwing if you can, nothing but delays, no communications, long line ups, no customer service.

I loved the resort, great food (best of 9 trips south). Great service everywhere we went in particular Carlos Gil (Concierto) and Felix at the buffet. They made us feel welcome every day. They were a few problems with the rooms but nothing major and the reception took care of most of them.

I would return to this resort in a heart beat but not with Sunwing.

Room Tip: Building 9 is in the middle, a little bit far from the beach but perfectly located if you are lookin...
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  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Ask Julien B about Grand Paradise Bavaro
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Luis O, Manager at Grand Paradise Bavaro, responded to this review
February 18, 2013
Dear Julien B

We are happy to read that you enjoyed your holiday at our hotel, the food was to your liking and the same was the service. I'll give my appreciation to Carlos Gil in bars and Felix at the buffet because they have made ​​a difference in service.

Thank you and we will wait you on your next visit.

Sincerely yours,
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Ste Therese, Qc
1 review
“Customer service”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2013

We stayed at this hotel end of Jan. 2013. The food was very good. The beach was excellent. The suite we had was first class. Two washrooms, two balconies. The hide-a-bed was very comfortable. I would definitely go back or recommend! Special thanks to Carlos Conception at customer service who was always there for us!

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Ask Carmen M about Grand Paradise Bavaro
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Luis O, Manager at Grand Paradise Bavaro, responded to this review
February 18, 2013
Dear Carmen M.

I have read your comments and I see that you enjoy your holiday with us, you like the beach, the room, the food, everything, and that makes me very happy.
Personally I'll give your regards to Carlos Concepcion one of our guest service.

We hope to have you here with us again.

Sincerely yours,
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Also Known As:
Grand Paradise Bavaro Punta Cana
Grand Paradise Punta Cana
Gran Bavaro Paradise
Grand Paradise
Grand Paradise Bavaro Hotel
Club Grand Paradise Bavaro
Grand Paradise Bavaro Beach Resort & Spa
Gran Paradise Bavaro
Punta Cana Grand Paradise Bavaro
Address: Carretera Higuey, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Region: Caribbean > Dominican Republic > La Altagracia Province > Punta Cana
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Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
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