Being an addict to Tripadvisor reviews sometimes isn't a good thing, and considering the mixed reviews for this resort that I saw in the weeks and months leading up to our trip, I had some serious worries. It was our first time at an all-inclusive resort, so we had no expectations outside of what we saw on Tripadvisor. Now, a... more

Me and 3 other girls booked the holiday through Thomson. I had previously been to Dominican Rep. and stayed in the Gran Ventana which is excellent. I will only write about the hotel as the country is beautiful and my holiday was the best ever because it is what you make it. CHECK IN First impression bright orange and blue... more

Before booking at this hotel we read many reviews and quite honestly the people that write bad reviews for this hotel need to stay home. Sure if you have had a bad experience you will write a crappy review, but let me tell you I have travelled to many places in this world and there are lot more uglier places... more

We had a mix up at the resort that I orginally booked, so my travel company moved me to this resort. I was expecting a nice resort given the Wyndham name, but...well, that's not what we got. The resort was in need of cleaning up...pretty much everywhere. The rooms were horrible and very bare. There was mold EVERYWHERE! Our sliding... more

We have just returned from a fabulous vacation in Puerto Plata at the Viva Wyndham Playa Dorada! What made our stay there so wonderful was the staff who are so much fun and just willing to help you in any way to have a great time. I would have to say that the Photography Staff are the most excellent I... more

The resort was beautiful and very well taken care of. I definitely recommend this resort to anyone who goes. It’s a great family environment. I went with my best friend and we had an awesome time. The rooms were beautiful and very clean. The bathroom was excellent. The beach was nice and warm. The bar service was great! The food... more

We just got back from this resort on Feb 19, 2008. We stayed one week and hated to go. This was our first all inclusive and despite all the dire warnings about sickness, we were absolutely fine. Our room was not ready at check-in time, but we only had to wait 15 minutes or so. We did not get an... more

Me and my boyfriend LOVED this hotel!! the staff were fab! the shows they done were amazing!! the food was pretty good. buffet style, didnt rate the chinese food though! rooms are nice an big, very clean, lovely view of the pool we had. there is a luvly beach with a nice breeze which makes the heat not seem too... more

My boyfriend and I had a great stay at the VIva. The problems we encountered were minor and expected. We didn't receive the room we ordered but I don't think anyone ever does and they compensated us for it. The staff are very friendly and out-going - the dancers were almost always interacting with the guests. The nightly entertainment was... more