As you, I base most of my future destinations on the reviews on Tripadvisor. I just want to tell you that this is the first one I've written a review and I'm doing it because this is simply the best all-inclusive resort I've ever had the pleasure to enjoy. You've already heard of some of the people like Anabel, Francisco, Marcial, Rucel, Antonio, Margarito, Giovanni, Luis, Generoso, Moises, Mauricio and so many more. These are the people that make sure you're constantly enjoying yourself. The food (all a la carte) was very good to excellent and with fabulous presentation. The grounds are exceptionally maintained and the resort is just the right size to allow for a quiet and relaxing stay. One piece of advise, you might want to take mosquito repellant with you as they can be ferocious at night. Of course, this comes with the territory and wouldn't deter me from returning as soon as possible.

Have just returned from Aura and must say we had a great time. After I booked the reservation I read some reviews that this was a resort for "alternative lifestyles" which we are not into - I am happy to report that I saw no evidence of this.

Room was great, bed was very comfortable. Booked room on 3rd floor with private pool but was not available when we arrived so they put us in a swim up, the next day we went to look at 3rd floor room because the thought of the private pool was neat but there was not any furniture up with the pool - simply a pool and with the mosquito problem (keep reading) we decided not to mess with the hassle. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Mosquitoes were unbearable to say the least! Prevented us from being able to enjoy being outside anywhere in the evenings! I returned home looking like I have chicken pox - no exaggeration!

Went deep sea fishing on 'Cuzamil' boat with Peppy, Jesus and Miguel, they were great - highly recommend them. We paid $350 for 4 hours and tipped them an additional $150 for their hard work. Caught wahoo (55" and 40") and several others. Brought wahoo steaks back and chef prepared them for us that night - delicious.

Sorry, I am just getting around to writing a formal review.

I found the Aura to be just about perfect. I say just about as since we are here on earth there must be something wrong but I honestly don't know what it would be. We had a corner swim up swim out suite. The beds are so comfortable - the light in the headboard unique. Flat screen T Vs are great. The bathrooms were beautiful and the plumbing works beautifully. The food was fabulous! The staff were very welcoming and helpful. True professionals. Oswaldo went out of his way to help me retrieve a receipt from one of the shops at the Wyndham. If you choose this resort for a get a way you will not regret it!

We booked our vacation sight~unseen after reading some reviews on Trip Advisor and were not disappointed! The hotel staff, from the moment we arrived until we called for a taxi back to the airport was very friendly and helpful (Jesus, Anabel, Rene, Antonio, Margarito to name a few. There is no way to remember them all since everyone was so nice). The grounds were immaculate and the swim~up room was the BEST!

As newly certified scuba divers we found the dive shop to be very accommodating. Juan and Alfonso were friendly and knowledgable as well as the staff aboard the dive boat. For those not interested in scuba the dive shop also offered: parasailing (SOOOO FUN!), waverunners, kayaks, snorkel gear, etc.

We highly recommend renting a scooter (via the concierge) for a downtown shopping trip or just a sightseeing venture around the coastal highway.

The food was AMAZING and presented beautifully. We have visited many all~inclusive resorts and Aura had the best food BY FAR! You felt like you were dining at a fine restaurant. Even the 24 hour room service menu was delicious and the portions were just right! The adult beverages were wonderful (and not watered down).

This is definitely somewhere we will visit again! The adult only atmosphere was a PERFECT quick weekend getaway for busy parents.

The only thing we would do differently is pack some mosquito repellant. After all the rain they were BAD and we had some itchy souvenirs to take home with us.

TIPS: If you plan on having a candelight dinner on the pier be sure and book it early (before arrival would even be better if possible). They only have one dinner a night and it's booked pretty far in advance but well worth the wait.

Overall we give this hotel 5 stars!
...will be adding photos soon!!!!!!