We stayed the last week of October 2007. We knew before arriving there was still a lot of construction going on. However, Hacienda Encantada far exceeded our expectations. Unless you really look over the edge from the lobby or the restaurant you really don't notice the building of Phase II going on around you. The rooms are absolutely beautiful and huge. 2100 sq ft two bedroom suites with 3 full baths, full kitchen, and 2 verandas overlooking the Sea of Cortez where you can watch the gorgeous sunsets. There are five connecting infinity pools that spill over into each other. There was a problem with a pump & drain so the "infinity" edge effect wasn't fixed until our last day. The pool bar was incredible with a flat screen plasma tv, nice sound system for music and a an outdoor grill area where Antonio, the chef, made us yummy chicken mexican spring rolls and the best quesidillas. You will have to take a golf cart type transport everytime you want to leave the property or go to the main restaurant but it's not so bad. We would call and someone would be there within 5 minutes. I hope this type of service continues as the place gets busier AND bigger. Due to the low occupancy we felt like we had plenty of space to spread out and enjoy. TIP: watch the charges. They are expensive and the drinks were a bit watered down. Also, the restaurant was nicely appointed but the food was not so great. There are definitely better places to eat -like lunch by the pool. Tell Antonio, Lani & Mariana said so!


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