Gran Bahia Principe Bavaro

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The Bahia Principe resort in San Juan was amazing. Very clean and tidy. The staff could not do enough for you. They were always happy to help and always smiling.
We was booked in on the coach on the way to the hotel so on arrival there was no fighting over the queue in reception we just got our bearings and made our way to our room where our luggage arrived very shortly afterwards.
We were also met of the bus by the entertainment crew singing and dancing and a refreshing cocktail. Our room was very spacious. The king size bed could have slept 3-4 adults very comfortably and our teenage children had the room next door with 3 single beds so no fights over sharing beds.
The food was wonderful I really cannot fault the place and would definitely go back. I think the only thing that let it down for me was that I was bitten in bed and around the pool. I did not take enough insect repellent with me and could not find any out there. But if you go prepared then you will have a fantastic holiday.
The flight on the way there was very cramped so we upgraded on the way home. Worth every penny and would highly recommend it. it was only £200 per person for the return or £100 one way.

1 reader found this review helpful

This resort is absolutely fantastic! We arrived in the airport and our First Choice rep was very helpful. We checked in on the bus to the resort which saved us loads of time when we got there.
The rooms are amazing, everything is perfect. Every room in this resort has a Jacuzzi bath which was fab! The cost was very reasonable to say this resort was 5*.
They are constantly cleaning the grounds and the gardens are lush and green. The rooms were cleaned every single day and the maids were really friendly.
There are little buses that take you up and down the resort as it is that big! The beach was lovely but you had to get there early to get a sun bed in the shade. The only down side was the pool nearest to us was closed for maintenance which meant we had to fight to get in the other pool closest to it, this pool was for 'Diamond' customers only. However, this was resolved and we were allowed to use it.
The main pool next to the beach, is by far the best. Everything you needed was there, including the vast range of food available throughout the day. The food was fantastic, they cater for every taste. There are 2 snack bars next to the pool by the beach.
The food in the main dining room was really nice, every morning and night you could choose what you liked cooking in front of you as well as a huge choice of everything you can imagine!
There are several different restaurants that you book in advance. We personally, thought the Japanese one was the best and would definitely recommend it. The steak house was really nice too.
The only down side to our holiday was we were struck down with bad stomachs which we only assume was down to one of the pools. There were a lot of people with the same problem and it did spoil part of our holiday as we couldn't really leave the room for a few days. Myself and my partner came back on the 19th July and we still have very nasty stomachs. I would recommend you take plenty of Imodium’s!
All in all, the place is fantastic! I would recommend this resort to anyone.

Its a really spacious complex. The staff are so polite, they seem to want to do everything for you. The swimming pools are an excellent size. The beach is perfect white sand. There are lots of Spanish holiday makers here so a few Spanish phrases can be very helpful.
Massive variety of food. The complex has its own doctor and apparently the Bahia Principe owns the hospital which is a 10 minute drive away. We were in the hospital for 2 nights for a tummy bug. They really know how to take care of you here, its not like any hospital I’ve ever been to, we had our own private room with sky tv,3 course meals, drinks, and the nurses are very quick to help.
Lots of entertainment but also lots of room on this complex so that you can have a quiet holiday too.
This place really helps you wind down and switch off. Most of all, you are really taken care of here, its a very special place.