I have just returned from a weeks stay at the Gran Ventana and I had an amazing time! After religiously checking Trip Advisor before I went I thought I would let other people know how I found it! The country itself is beautiful! It's very green and has beautiful views! I would recommend going on at least one excursion so... more

great hotel. had doubts after i received a letter from thomas cook telling me about building work going on. yes there is but you will never notice it. food was great esp the a la carte restuarants choice in buffet was massive and changed every day entertain was at times cheesy but was professional and well organised tho sometimes not... more

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