Having recently returned from our holiday to the Dominican Republic I thought I’d post a short review of my stay. It was our first time to the Dominican Republic and when browsing holiday brochures, Samana stood out above the rest as it was a quiet and unspoiled part of the country, just what we were looking for. The Samana area... more

Returned last week from a wonderful holiday in the Dominican Republic at the Gran Bahia Principe Cayacoa. It was a wonderful experience. We booked it with First Choice Holidays, whose staff were brilliant and gave excellent service, no delays on our flights. The hotel was spotlessly clean. The staff were efficient and very friendly. Food was very, very, good and... more

Just got back Monday, July 28th from a one week stay at the Cayacoa. Having stayed at the El Portillo twice once in December of 2006 and the second time in April of 2007 I will try sharing with you my take on each resort being as brief as possible. If a beach is very important to you for taking... more

I spent a week in the Samana area; two nites at the Caycoa and the rest at the El Portillo. The Cayocoa is a lovely new hotel perched on a hillside within walking distance of the town of Samana. I booked a junior suite (rather than just the hotel room) and I was given a beautiful oceanview room on the... more

(14~24th July - 2 Adults + 2 Children 13/15) An interesting trip from the Airport to the hotel, very bumpy roads and a welcome to the lack traffic rules, but that's part of the charm! Arrived at the hotel absolutely exhausted after a delay from Gatwick (nice enough flight, surpising legroom for cattle-class, cheerful flight attendants). After about 5 tries... more

Stayed at Cayacoa from 10/07-24/07 and travelled with First choice but through an independent agent therefore paying substantially less than the brochure price. Had a Junior suite on the 3rd floor of the main block which was very nice. Two double beds, dressing area, bathroom living area, tv, fridge which is restocked with beer and soft drinks, coffee maker and... more

Well where do i start, overall a nice holiday but we would not go back. We had a 4 hour delay from Gatwick due to lighting issues on the plane so by the time we finally got to our hotel we were shattered so grabbed a bite to eat then went to bed. I'l start with the room. Ours was... more

My wife and I stayed in Bahia Principe Cayacoa in DR July 14th to 21st 2008.This hotel was built 1.5 years ago. Just a little bit background about myself and my wife we are frequent travelers and every 3 months we go to Carribiean and have seen a lot of resorts.This hotel was great, it is a real 5 star... more

My wife and paid £550 each through First Choice for two weeks here in May. At that price it was an absolute steal - so no real complaints. Very well appointed hotel; a superb fifth floor sea view room (see pictures), and sunshine for the vast majority of the trip – what more could you want for a bargain basement... more