"The resort is very large and very beautiful, Japanese restaurant was very good and I enjoyed the steakhouse, did not care for the Italian restaurant, buffet was ok, plenty of food to choose from. Kept having problems with my door key and had to keep getting it fixed, that was a bit of an inconvenience...long way to the front desk. My only complaint would be the pool area, there seemed to be a lot of ignorant people that would tie up all the loungers at 6 am , I could never find a lounger most days...very annoying. Some people put their towels on loungers and never came back, there should be a better way of controlling this. Overall this is a very nice resort with lots of shops and things to do, the nice beach was a bit of a walk though."

"Thank you for asking, my time there was great, i would do it all over again."

"I had read some 'not so glowing' reviews of this resort after I had already booked and was a little worried about them. All I can say is that they must have gone to a different resort. The resort is beautiful in every aspect. The grounds, the pool, the beach, the facilities were all great. The room itself was wonderful with a very large and comfortable bed with a large couch. The mini bar is free and re-stocked daily.

The staff could not have been more helpful or friendly. I was very pleased. The food in the buffet is not gourmet but much better than most I've been to, and the specialty restaurants were very, very good, especially Don Pablo. There is a restaurant/outdoor snack bar right on the beach open from 11:00 am to 6:30 pm that serves a great jerk chicken along with hamburgers, hots dog,pastas, salads and other dishes that made lunch very special.

It is a family resort so much of the early entertainment is aimed at the children, but there was live music to enjoy in several parts of the resort along with a disco and piano/karaoke bar that open around 11-12 for more adult entertainment.

Considering the price I paid during our December stays, this is one of my best travel bargains I've ever had. I will definitely consider going back to this beautiful resort again
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"We upgraded to the Golden Club, and got the same perks as any other visitor. Except we did get internet in there office. The only reason we upgraded was to get ocean front. Also got a call every day sometimes twice within 15 min. asking if everthing was ok. It was annoying. The hotel was very nice, but definatley not a 5 star. The beach has alot of gravel on it, unless you make the treck to the other end, then there it's hard packed sand. But there is a bar and restroom down there. Otherwise nice. Snorkeling is good down there too. The resaurants were excellent, I'd stay away from the buffet, not very good, but sure to find something that will go down. The Jamacian work staff are very friendly and not overbearring. Overall I'd give this hotel a 4 rating."

"From the time we cheacked in at the front desk, Everything was beyond our expections. We will definitely come back here again and bringing more friends."

"Premises, facilities are outstanding. Ninety-five plus percent of the staff are well-trained and responsive especially the front desk and dining rooms. Telephones are answered promptly but calls to technicians and maintenance are not responded to in adequate time - sometimes never. I had no phone service in my room despite several assurances that it would be fixed. Gym not opened on time which was quite annoying since it opens at 7:00 a.m. which from experience is already late.
Anyway, would return."

"Our 5 day trip to Gran Bahia was awsome the place was clean the staff mannerly and the food was good lots log choices. Check out the Grotta cave and Dunns River falls. We enjoyed our stay we will return for our Honeymoon!!!"

"The resort was absolutely fabulous. The start with Bookit.com was great they kept us abreast of everything. From airline changes to walking us over the phone step-by-step instructions on what was needed to assure no problems on the trip. The Resort was very luxurious, clean and had plenty of activities on property to keep any family occupied. Ok 5 restaurants to choose from is really a lot. Each were average and the least favorite was the Italian restaurant. But the jerk chicken at the snack bar made up for the weaker ones. It was our favorite along we other people. The scenery was beautiful a lot of picture moments. Beaches were just serine and had lounge chairs everywhere. The pool is the biggest I've ever seen. It had 3 bridges over it and two float up to bars and a couple of islands in the middle. Hey not bad. The two nights of live music we heard was very good. Both bands had many people dancing. Did the shopping excursion and Dunn River Falls both were fun. Don't buy too much because of the overweight charge the airline may charge. But the hotel was really clean and personnel were very kind and all our requests were satisfied. My family and I are planning many more trips to this resort. "

"My husband and I just returned for our 4 years anniversary it was great! From the moment we walked in until we walked out they were so helpful. We arrived at 1 and check in wasn't until 3 they got us in a room as soon as we filled out the paper work. The beaches ar very clean and enjoyable. The entertainment crew has activites on he beach and at the pool area. You can't be board there is always a game of volleyball or water polo going on. They also have bingo everyday with prizes. They have a small scccer field on the beach and it was fun playing too. The food was great! The Italian reastuant was my favorite, the grill was good but don't get the ribeye. The beach buffet everyday had some great jerk chicken, yo jut have to get there early to get it. The nightly shows were entaining. Our FAVORITE was the Michael Jackson show. The only complaint was that the elevator rigt at out room was broken down our entire stay. We will go back and take the family next time! The pools are very clean and they are designed very well. We did the Dunns River Fall's excursion it was amazing. If you want to buy anything don't pay full price anywhere they will come down. And always remember if the cruise ships are docked the prices are up in the market places. We booked through Tour Wise they were the cheapest and they were very enjoyable ask that Tony be your driver he will make your trip very fun. We aslo did the Bob Marley tour with them it was very interesting!"

"This place was the best place to go. It is a huge resort with lots of stairs and walk so I didn't gain any weight. YEAH!! The food was great!! The buffet you could always find something good to eat. Don Pablo was awesome place to eat highly recommand that and the Japaness restaurant was awesome but do the sit down where they cook in front of you. Also as soon as you get there make your reservation 2 out of the 5 restaurant are closed nightly. We got there late Sunday and by Monday they were booked until Wednesday. I would pass on The Grill not very good food. The entertainment crew were great and made you feel like they had know you forever. There are 2 beaches one w/ rocks great for snorkling and the other w/ sand also good for snorkling. The late nite entertainment was awesome also make sure you stay for that. Loved sitting on the baclony for drinks b4 and after dinner. Rooms were great and clean. My only complainment would be the beds are hard and the pillows are not so great. So make sure you get drunk enough to not care 'No problem mon.' Yes there is a smell thru out the resort but remember people you are on the beach with open ocean breeze. Not a big deal for us. Room stayed cool as long as you keep the room key in the slot that hags on the door after you enter the room. They only give you 1 room key ask for 2. All and all we had a great time. Will def go back "

"My daughters and I visited Gran Bahia in late August for 5 days and had a great trip. The hotel is wonderful. The Jamaica people were so friendly. We got to know many of them very well and enjoyed visiting with them daily. The shopping was so convenient, the dancing at night at the shows was fun. We loved the Michael Jackson show. The young man that performed was the best I have seen. We were surprised that there were so few Americans but that didn't matter. The pools are the best I have seen.....you never felt you were crowded as the pools are huge. The food was average but a lot of quantity and options but the Japanesse Grill was the best. We were very pleased with our trip and make sure you do Dunn's Riverfall.....it was awesome but wear the shoes that you rent or buy your own at the shops at Gran Bahia for $7.00....worth it. Take money to Dunn's Falls as there are lots of vendor that want to take your money!!! Also, the bartenders and young people that organized the entertainment at the pools were awesome. We stayed at the Golden Club level and had internet free, plus other advantages. Overall, great trip and would recommend this resort. We did have one day they had issues with the hot water but we handled it......a little cool in the shower but this is a huge resort....things happen. "

"It's kept very clean and the staff are very friendly. The group activities are fun. The excursion to Dunn's River Falls was great."

"Dive shop is outstanding. Professional and friendly!"

"i thought i loved going to mexico but my trip to jamaica was far more fullfiling the people there are the friendliest i actually made some lifetime friends with islland people i will definatly be back this fall
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"Wonderful...my stay was very relaxing and exciting. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was delicious! My only complaint was I was sad that I couldn`t stay longer. I would definitely be back again and recommend this resort to friends and family. "

"my family and i have been to this resort when it was under construction four years ago and have been going back since.we are booked to go back early august and are looking forward to it.the people are wonderful and respectfull as long as you have RESPECT MON! GREAT FOR KIDS.FOOD FANTASTCI,BE IT A LA CARTE OR SIT DOWN.PEOPLE HAVE SAID BEACH IS ROCKY, YES BUT THAT IS WHERE TYOU GO SNOKLING, REAL BEACH WITH WHITE SAND IS ON OTHER SIDE OF HOTEL. { PRIVATE BEACH } BUT JUST DON'T LISTEN TO ME GO CHECK IT OUT FOR YOURSELF"

"going back to the resort with my family for the four time late july.kids club is great with lots to do so you can have a holiday too.i would recommend this resort to people with or without kids."

"A great hotel, with a lot of food, very different every days. A very good jerk chicken at the beach restaurant at noon.
The hotel is very very clean and the bedrooms very comfortable. A lot of space for everyone at the swimming pool.
The only disappointment is about Internet access which is too expensive ($1 for 2 minutes) "

"Soooo me and my two friends went to this resort June 3,2010 and wat an exspeience we had soooo much fun the food was great especially at the jerk center if u stay her u need to eat the the Japanese returant as much as possible cuz their the best!!! Our room was clean everything worked except the light in the shower sometimes the staff were so friendly and wonderful if u stay u have to go party @ Margarittaville it's sooo much fun becuz u get toboarty with the towns people and they are soooo nice I can't complain about this vacation at all it was better then I exspected just make sure u bring plenty sun block becuz Jamaica is hot hot hot lol"

"We loved this resort. We stayed in July 2007 for our honeymoon and were greatly impressed. My husband thoroughly enjoyed all the activities they offered....especially water polo and I participated in the water aerobics. The staff was very nice upon arrival and departure. We have been talking about wanting to go back in two years to another Gran Bahia resort. The only negative part of our stay was that there was still construction going on when we were there...but it was shortly after their grand opening. Also, we did get a great deal through Bookit.com at the time bc of the Grand Opening special they were running. "

"We were on our honeymoon and absolutely loved this place. We are already ready to go back! Everyone was very friendly, it was beautiful and clean, and offered so much to do! We loved the pool and swim up bars where we spent most of our time, but the beaches were nice too."

"Wow! First of all the review`s we looked at did not do this resort justice. It is an absolutely beautiful place to stay. Starting with the personal welcome to the day we left. They offer things that apply to the whole family from pool life, beach life and night life. Water sports, are great whether you paddle boat, jet ski, wind sail, snorkel or scuba dive. You can lounge at the pool and they even have things for you to do there. Drinks are never-ending! The restaurants are wonderful and they have a buffet going most of the day. We dressed up nice for the restaurants and went in our pool attire for the buffet. The night life consist of shows they put on for you or you can got to the sports bar or disco dancing. The rooms are great and very clean. I could go on for hours. Last but not least, the Jamaican`s can show all of us that life is to short not to enjoy it! They are happy people, always singing and very respectful to everyone! There is not one thing we would complain about. We will go back ,this time it will be longer. Please believe us, you will have a fantastic time at this resort. Thank you Gran Bahia for a marvelous time. P.S. the Jerk Chicken is FABULOUS!"