I have been to the Gran Ventana in 2006 and in Nov. 2007 and am planning to return in Dec. 2008. We had a great time and never got sick. We have been to different locations in the Dominican Republic as well as Cuba and all locations never had enclosed eating areas and this was never a issue, as for... more

We stayed at Gran Ventana for 2 weeks from 5th May 08, and had a wonderfully relaxing time. I'll break down the review a bit: ARRIVAL We went through Thomson and the transfer from the airport was as smooth as could be - nice air-conditioned coach. On arrival at the GV itself the baggage handler (not a GV member of... more

The biggest problem we had was with the Tour Operator "Sun Wing" who do not stand behind their product. The review that follows comes late because we were waiting for a response from Sun Wing who claim they require 6 to 8 weeks to investigate the problems. After this period, I had to make several phone calls to get someone... more

Where can I start? I have read most of the recent reviews on this site and can honestly say that some people must have stayed at a different hotel! We booked with Thomson and luckily were offered a discounted upgrad to the Premium cabin. This was excellent, all drinks etc included and great food and entertainment choices. Initially we were... more

We've just come back from the Gran Ventana in the Dominican and it was a superb 2 week stay with a mates wedding in the 2nd week. I'll keep it brief and to the point with a nice little moral at the end! Good transfer from airport, air conditioned bus and lively guide. Lovely welcome, quick check-in, complementary drink. Bell... more

Just returned from 2 weeks at the GV, after reading all the reviews my expectations were high. Hotel Overall the hotel was ok, the food and drinks were good and the place was kept clean and well maintained and staff superb. Beach After having spent 2 weeks in Cuba the previous year we were expecting a similar kind of beach,... more

Wow just got back today, and already planning for next year. We flew out with TC lovely flight plenty of leg room we had seats rear of plane 37k/L only two seats so could stretch leg out to side. At airport easy to find rep and were given a welcomed ice water when boarding the coach. transfer time 25/30 Min's.... more

Just got back from staying at the Gran Ventana. The staff were lovely, very friendly and helpful, always attending to our needs. The food was pretty good, however I got a bit sick of the breakfasts. The Octopus restaurant was lovely especially the Farmers steak, the Italian was pretty poor, however the ocean grill was fantastic!!! The Beach bar which... more

What can i say got back on the 22nd of june and guess what we booked again to go back next year . this was our third time at the ventana and it is still great value for money. The hotel was quiet this year due to refurbishment but it didnt bother you as you never heard the building work... more