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Dominican Republic Hotel, Resort & Villa Reviews Reviews
Viva Dominicus Palace 07/08/2005
Reviewers Rating:  Fair
Our mini bar when we checked in consisted of one 16oz bottle of 7-up and one of Pepsi. That pretty much set the tone for the whole stay. The all-inclusive amenities were there but, in general poorly done.
The most popular activity at the resort was getting up at 7:30 in the morning to stand in line for a half-hour to get a reservation at a “non-buffet” restaurant for that night (strange that they were rarely more than half full). Not that it really mattered since the food at the restaurants was often repackaged buffet fare. I would recommend the $8 upgrade for the fillet at the Grill Restaurant.
Some of the staff was friendly others seemed annoyed by your presence. Some spoke some English, most not. Sometimes there was cable TV (HBO etc.), but mostly not. Sometimes you could find or buy diet soda, but mostly not. Sometimes there would be flavors of jams/jellies other than orange marmalade but mostly not. Most of the time, the bar areas and several high-traffic walk-ways smelled like rotting food trash. Beer was warm “Presidente” draft only (try ice and a lime to make it palatable). You have to request alcohol with your mixed drinks or you will be served a virgin.
The facilities look great in the pictures but close-up are often dirty and in disrepair. The rooms are similar to a marginal hotel / motel in the US. The gym in the Palace was pitiful, small and smelled like an arm pit. The beach was nice however, though crowded.
In general I got the feeling that the resort was trying to cut corners and minimize the amount of money that you, as a guest, were costing them. It was an ok experience, but I would not recommend it and would not go back myself.
Michael Giebelhausen
Viva Wyndham Dominicus Palace
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• In beautiful Bayahibe, renowned for its gorgeous white-sand beaches, this action-packed resort on the Dominican Republic’s south coast is the perfect place for a sunny vacation.• The resort provides meals, entertainment, and water sports galore, all part of the all-inclusive plan. Colorful, tropically inspired guestrooms feature balconies and satellite TV. • Sip a tall drink under a palm tree or take a sailing or merengue lesson. Fantastic architecture and comfortable accommodations are all part of the deal, kids under 12 are free, and every night brings exuberant, live musical productions.
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