Marina del Sol Resort & Yacht Club

I stayed here while diving with Pirate Divers. There is a dive shop associated with the resort but I did not use it. Picked up every morning from the dock to go diving.

The whole stay was amazing. Staff was great and helpful. They have arranged spa, tours, room service, early breakfast delivery and packed lunch, and transportation for us. The room has a breathtaking view and the design has a mediterranean feel to it. Very unique. Now, this hotel is very far from the town and each way cost 2,500. That’s the biggest issue we had. Not their fault. All transpo service offers that price. Also the hotel is a bit run down and needs maintenance. There’s lots of tiny cracks and holes so there are lots of bugs and geckos inside the room. Be ready with bug spray. The view from the window would have been great but the windows need cleaning. Overall though, we liked our stay. We would come back

This is a great resort with great views- easily a place you can stay at for days. The villas are scattered and very private, and the vegetation is thick and lush- plenty of flowers. The staff is very friendly, professional, and attentive and will go out of their way to make sure you're happy. I forgot my shoes after a boating trip, but couldn't remember if I had left it at the bus terminal or on the bus itself. The staff did the detective work by themselves, and the shoes were waiting for me, the very next morning. That being said, I am the first person to break the perfect 5.0 rating this resort has received, and for good reasons. I think they can do just a little more, in order to become a truly first class resort. First the menu of their restaurant could be improved with more creative cuisine, involving more vegetables- less fried, and more healthy options (e.g., less french fries). And also, I am well aware that hot water is typically not furnished on the smaller islands, but I think this resort could find a way to provide hot water. Be aware that this resort is on a steep hillside so there are a good number of steps to be traversed anywhere you go. Good exercise, though!