We chose the Occidental as the spot for our honeymoon and after reading some reviews, we were very apprehensive. When we arrived our room was not ready and we were told to come back in an hour. The service at the front desk throughout the week was not the greatest...however, besides a couple of the restuarants, this was our ONLY... more

My girlfriend and I (mid 20's couple) stayed at the Occidental from May 2 - May 10 with another couple and had a wonderful time. We booked with Air Canada Vacations and stayed in a Junior Suite room. I read over 100 reviews on this site before heading there and found that we were pretty prepared for everything that came... more

We were one of the couples that read lots of review but figured we were open minded and easy going people.. not everyone has the same opinion BOY we were wrong. Where do I start.. we got back today so still drained from the over all experience. Let me say first of all.. we would reccommend Apple anytime.. they were... more

Don't hesitate to stay here unless you are upper class American and only expect the very very best. For the price you pay this resort is awesome. I have been to Punta Cana before and stayed at a Riu resort which was nice but I liked this much better. I am from middle class america and I was very satisfied.... more

Let me start by saying this hotel had the worst service of any caribbean hotel I have ever stayed. I go to all-inclusive so i will not be harrassed!! Every day i was harrassed to buy something. The rooms were shabby and the bathroom was horrible. No hot water, some days no towels. For 3 days for about 3 hours... more

A few things to start my review that I think are important to know. Husband and I traveled to celebrate our 1 year Anniversary - we are 28 years old. We booked through Apple Vacations and in my opinion we recieved an amazing deal (About $115 per per person per day including air from Midwest). We have been various places... more

Our group of 7 just got back from the Occidental in Punta Cana. We had stayed in DR before ( Not Occidental ) and had a great time. All were looking forward to a fun trip. Arrived on the 24th of April, to find 2 rooms were ready and 2 were not. 1 of our friends room reservation was lost.... more

We took a "girls trip" to the Occidental Grand in April (just returned) and were really pleased with the grounds (spotless) and the beach (was beautiful). Even the food wasn't that bad. I'd stick with the buffet, Homerun pool bar (excellent hamburgers!), or the Asian Restaurant. But there are a few things that would make me not recommend this resort... more

We stayed at the resort from April 8th to April 15th and had an absolutely great time. The staff was extremely friendly, courteous and helpful. I wouldn't say there was a major language barrier. Most of the staff do not speak fluent English but just enough to help you. But after all, you are in a different country. We came... more