Well...I read about 100 reviews on this resort after i had already booked, and let me tell you...I was terrified.I thought i was going to find bloody sheets, moldy bathrooms, terrible food, a garbage filled beach....I found none of that. I have travelled to Hedonism II which was supposedly a 5 star super all inclusive, as well as Gran Ventana... more

Date We Stayed: April 16, 2008 - April 23, 2008 Reviewer: This resort was excellent, our room was was OK there were 2 double beds, air conditioning worked quite fine there are 2 temperatures for that Freezing or warm we didnt use the air conditioning at all . The 2 pools was great except there's no deep end, the whole... more

This resort was excellent, our room was beautiful, had vaulted ceilings, king size bed, great shower, strong and quiet air conditioning. The pool was great except there's no deep end, the whole pool is about 5 feet deep. But great for wading around with a drink from the swim up bar, which unfortunately closes at only 7pm :( . The... more

We went April 15-22. Last minute deal, so we got a bargain. Overall it was fine-- especially for the price. Just to clarify the word "premium"-- We got a package through Air Transat-- which included a premium room and a separate check-in desk. This means that you get a bottle of rum, a plate of fruit, and robes in your... more

We (13 of us) stayed at the Barcelo Mar. 19-26 and had a great time! The food was great---buffet always had something for everyone, even the pickiest eater, gotta try the spaghetti! The a la cartes we great. The rooms were clean. Not one of us had any problems in the 6 rooms we had. We stayed in buildings 11... more

Well it was with some concern that we headed out on this vacation, my husband and I, after reading so many negative comments about this resort. I am glad to report that it was a great week, well beyond my expectations. The resort is so well laid out, clean, the food is phenomenal (different themes every night at the buffet),... more

There was 8 in our group going to the Barcelo. First time here for all of us. We flew Transat Air out of Halifax early Wed morning. The flight they tell me was good..haha..(I don't like to fly) and staff at the DR airport great. We arrived at the resort by 10:30 am but check in was not until 3:00.... more

Just returned from another great holiday at the Barcelo. Was previously there in November 07, and had a great holiday then too. Thought Id send in a review, stating any changes since Barcelo took over. Overall not too much has changed visually. The property still looks great, and is kept clean all day long. I cant believe how hard they... more

Reading some reviews before the trip - I must say I was getting a little nervous!! What a relief upon arrival... flew Air Canada and had a wonderful flight..early day arrival and mid day departure for return flight ..which was a deciding factor when booking the trip as we had a 4 hr. drive home to Cape Breton once we... more