Crown Paradise Club - All Inclusive

We paid for an all inclusive stay at this resort. The food at the "specialty restaurants" (evening dining) was terrible! Think Chef Boyardee. In addition, you had to wake up by 8:00 am on vacation and dial the restaurant reservation line repeatedly (as if calling a radio station for a contest) in order to get through to make a reservation for the next evening before reservations were full. We watched as people were turned away at the host station who could not get reservations even though the restaurant was half empty. We had to split my 4 person family up into 2 parties to get reservations before 9:15pm; even then, the only restaurant available was one we already ate at! Also, the alcohol was terrible! They gave you these tiny little cups for your drinks. We had to take a bus to Walmart to purchase cups and alcohol so we wouldn't get ill driking their low grade drinks. All inclusive doesn't mean much if the food and alcohol is terrible, and you can't even get reservations when you want them and where you want them to eat the terrible food.

People (employes )were great,language barrier sometimes on our part,but they were very patient when we did have problems communicating. Resort is great. They had available spaces, but lacked enough pool loungers and beach loungers. This was definitely up there for a relaxing enjoyable trip. Multiple restaurants to choose from, and you only had to be in casual shorts and collared shirts.Most places make you get into long pants and dress shirts when dinning and who always wants to dress up when you are on vacation.This is one reason I prefer destinations instead of cruising.

Just got away for a long weekend (Thur-Mon). Was more kid friendly than thought. If you have kids, this is a great place. You'll love the beds if you like them on the hard side. Food was good. Like all inclusives, must be on the ball to get reservations to the restaurants, or check to see if they had cancellations (slipping them $ didn't hurt). Room was clean but on the bare side. Had to change rooms (from 2 beds to 1 bed). All rooms have great view of ocean. Will go back when/if I ever have grandkids.

The hotel was very kid friendly with plenty to do for all we had 6 kids and never once did I hear "I'm bored". The food was good and the activities plentiful..

a great vacation, but with a few details could have been awesome. There were several things that stressed us out re: the hotel. First, didnt know couldn't check in until 3pm, arrived at 12. They did not offer any assistance to us re: how we could maximimize our waiting time.Many of the offered activities/facilities could use some updating. The beach was a b it littered. The food service was a challenge. It was almost impossible to get the restaurant and time you wanted. The system they had in place for dinner stunk. The food in the main restaurants were good. Only able to get into the seafood and steak . No real complaints, a family vacation in paradise (away from 20 degree weather) for a reasonable cost. You get what you pay for. Fun, beautiful view, but not a four star.

We enjoyed walking on the beach, laying by the pool, and cooling off in our room. We were able to switch our double room to a king bedroom, the wait was well worth it!! [...] and [...] made our meal times enjoyable with their constant smiles and friendly attention to details.The staff were friendly and were more than willing to help us when we asked.The only negative: we were told there was no currency exchange at the hotel.

Hotel has a lot to offer. Wide range of activities for all ages. They try to cater to families and adults. If you like to catch a snooze in the sun good luck sleeping through the constant noise. Poolside games all day. Adult pool in a bad location. Activities (tennis, adult pool, basketball) on the backside of the resort can be undesirable if the wind isn't favorable due to the sewage plant. Accommodations a little "dated" but good. Beds are hard. Like sleeping on a board. Food was decent. Breakfast & lunch was ok but dinner was great. Liked all restaurants except for Waynes Boots. Portion sizes are small but you can order double appetizers, or an entree as an appetizer, or 2 entrees. Reservations difficult to make...only 1 day in advance allowed & the restaurants are not filled to capacity. Overall...good value for the money.

It was a best vacation for as and for kids.

The hotel has excellent food and excellent amenities. It is nice to have all of the rooms overlooking the sea. The event staff waa not as well organized as when I stayed at the same hotel before. Perhaps the event staff was too democratic when it asked for input which meant that other guests could not count on what was listed on the event board.

This was the best vacation we have taken as a family. Everything was at the hotel and we never had to leave unless we wanted to. Something to do all the time for all ages. Great food and all kinds of drinks non-alcohol and alcohol.