COFRESI PALM BEACH & LIFESTYLE TROPICAL RESORT (PUERTO PLATA, DR) // VLOG
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- Опубликовано: 29 апр 2023
- Hello everyone! I am finally back from vacation! I stumbled upon the COFRESI/TROPICAL resort all-inclusive deal on Groupon. For $80/night, I couldn't pass it on! But before hitting "confirm purchase", I did a lot of research on this hotel via RUclips videos/vlogs. They were very helpful so I hope my vlog can help anyone out there thinking of traveling to The DR. For more vacation pictures and videos, make sure to follow me on Instagram:
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A piece of paradise.
Very Nice . I would of love to see inside the rooms and the food. keep making more vlogs. subscribing🤩
Thank you so much for watching and for the support! 🥰🙏🏻 I did a little tour of the room I stayed in. I should've shown more of the food (sorry about that) because that's what I love seeing on travel vlogs, the food! I love vlogging but I'm still a newbie so hopefully I'll get better at it. More reasons to travel! 😁
Excellent video! Very informative. It's been ten years since I last visited this resort. I'm going back in about 2 weeks. Your video was a nice refresher. Thank you for sharing. 😀
Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching. 🤗 Hope you have a wonderful time on your upcoming trip! 🫶🏻🌞
@@denisespieces4744 You're very welcome. Looking forward to part two.
Great vid! Heading here in a few weeks. Is that Zen Sushi restaurant included in with the VIP? And, if so, are there only certain times/days it is open? TIA!
Thank you for watching! Yes, Zen sushi is included with the all inclusive VIP. I remember opening at 11a and closing when the cabanas closed around 5p. Just a heads up, it's pretty much basic sushi. Hope you have a wonderful vacation!
Thank you so much for making this video, it's been an unbelievable help for my friends and I as we plan our vacation! I remember seeing on the resort website that you have to pay for wifi. Do you happen to remember the rate and coverage of the paid wifi?
I'm so glad my video has been a great help during your planning. That makes me so happy! I hope you and your friends have a wonderful vacation. 💛
They offer free wifi for 1hr in your room. There's also free wifi where the cabanas are in front of the beach but connection was kind of slow.
I can't remember how much was the wifi cost. Their website has a chat box where you can ask any questions and a customer service rep gets back to you right away. Try that. 🙂
Wi-Fi was $45 for the week as we just left there after 7 days. It’s better to use your own carrier, which I did through Verizon for $10/day. A beautiful place
@vivianprescott9658 Thanks for the tip, Vivian! Glad you had a good time. 🙂
Thank you for you videos! I love that you answer so many questions in the comments. If I stay in the tropical side will I still have access to the "vip" beaches and restuarants? Did you do any excusions? If so is it cheaper to book online or through the resort?
Thank YOU for watching! It's been my pleasure replying to comments. 😊 Unfortunately, we didn't do any excursions. We wanted to do the cable car but didn't get to it. 🫤 Yes, Tropical and Cofresi share all vip beaches and restaurants. The Groupon offer was cheaper than going through their website. I know some businesses will match the Groupon price if you book directly with them, though.
@@denisespieces4744 Haha, I meant booking excursions throught the resort or online. Also is there an app you can show us for booking the restuarants we want to book early and dine at a restaurant everynight. Again thank you so much!!
@daniellige5311 ooooh, I see what you mean! 🤦🏻♀️😅 You will probably find better deals online for the excursions. Restaurant reservations, you'll have to book with guests' services, so send them a chat on the website or give them a call and say you'd like to book a table before check in.
did you have to purchase the VIP band separate or is that the all inclusive band? and what does the Vip band give you access to? @@denisespieces4744
I have read so many conflicting reviews about the Groupon deal that I purchased. We are heading there in March. Your video was very helpful to explain the options. A few questions. I seen a lot of complaints about rooms. I also saw that you were upgraded. Were you able to see any other rooms that people were complaining about with dampness and air-conditioning not working power outages etc.? also I understand that I probably with four nights i will only be able to get one dinner reservation correct? I’ll try to do that in advance as you said. Did you use a hotel transfer to the resort from the airport or should I book that separately and do you have a recommendation? Thank you in advance for your help. This is super super helpful.
Hi Lori! I, too, read mixed reviews before booking my trip, but I thought: well, if there's any issue with the room, I'll just go to reception and ask for another available one.
We didn't see any other rooms because ours had no problems. The only minor issue was that we couldn't get the hot water going for the 1st day, but by the 2nd night, we figured out a little handle trick.
As far as reservations, yes, you'll probably only get one unless there are any cancelations. Try calling or chatting with them online to see if you can reserve a restaurant in advance/before your arrival.
I did not book a transfer with the hotel directly. Honestly, I Googled transportation/shuttle from the POP to Cofresi and found a company (I can't remember the name rn, but if I do, I'll message you back). It was affordable, and the driver was super nice and on time. Van had AC and wifi, and he didn't pick up or drop off anyone else on the way, so we went straight from airport to hotel. Thank you so much for watching my video! I'm happy I could help in any way. 😊 Hope you have a wonderful trip, and if you have any more questions, lmk!
How’d it go? Im going out to punta Cana this Aug and am looking for a place. What’d you think?
Thank you so for your reply Denise! Does Booking a junior suite come with VIP upgrade automatically?
Yes. VIP is basically all inclusive so make sure you book the all inclusive option.
ohh there a none all inclusive option? and how was the food? @@denisespieces4744
Hi there I’m wondering if the cabana beds by the beach cost extra to use or if anyone could use them? Also does the adults only section cost extra?
Hi! No extra for cabanas. And in all honesty, we didn't notice an "adults only" section. 😅
Thank you!
Thank YOU for watching! 🙏🏻
When did you go ? And what room did you book did you have any problems with accessing places with vip?
We went just a couple weeks ago (April 18-22nd). Room description: superior garden view w/ one king bed or 2 double beds. But we got upgraded to a pool/beach view. There were a couple of restaurants we couldn't get in like the crepe place and Scoops, the ice cream bar. And one cabana beach that was for members only. If you go to reception with a map, they can circle everyplace you can access. Hope that helps! Part 2 of the vlog coming out tomorrow. 🙃
@@denisespieces4744 thank you very much
great video :) any cockroaches? I've seen the reviews, a bit worried about this and the hot water situation. Also, how do the bracelet tiers work?
Thanks for watching!
No cockroaches. Thank goodness. I only saw guests with the same bracelet we had and others with a gold one, that means you're a member and can go inside specific parts of the resort. Not much of a difference though.
You got a very nice room, did you upgraded?
Yes, we got a free upgrade because we said it was a birthday trip. So either call them in advance or mention at check in that your trip is for a special occasion and they might upgrade you depending on availability.
@@denisespieces4744 OK thank you.
Gosh the pice is very low 15 days for 1600. Canadienne its good to be true. So is it quiete at night and how was the food a go to resort fot the food and last question do they have a spa and yoga session ❤ thank you so much
I know! I thought there was a catch too but it really was a great deal. We didn't have issues with noise. Luckily, the days we stayed, there weren't a lot of party people (specially on Cofresi side). There is a spa (extra charge for services though). The food... I'll be honest: not a lot of options at the buffets and some dishes were lukewarm. 😕 Breakfast was good though. I'm sure at the sit down restaurants, the food is "fresher". We only got to go to the Brazilian steakhouse.
Thank you so much. ❤
@@guyrioux333 thank YOU for watching! 🙂
@denisespieces4744 you're welcome, maybe you have a resort all inclusive with amazing food , good show Spa and yoga Ho lol good wifi. I don't mine to pay a little bit more and eat good.❤
@@guyrioux333 Club Med always had great food. 😋
i am looking into resorts but i get so confused, some people say food is included and some don't, i have watched so may video's, is there entertainment every night (performances) or is that only in the weekend. Do they have a night club or some where to party if one wishes
Hi there! Yes, food is included. They have an "activity" every night, like a dance class, silent disco night, a show in the theater... But honestly, nothing that I thought was too entertaining. Although the silent disco was fun, the occupancy was low, so it was pretty dead at night when we were there. I think I showed the board with all the nightly shows on my video.
thank you 😁@@denisespieces4744
have you been to any other all inclusive resorts in Puerto Plata that you can recommend?
@mybeautifulmonster03 Not in Puerto Plata, no. I went (and worked) at the Club Med in Punta Cana, but I understand they're a bit pricey. I also found a great Groupon deal for an all-inclusive in Cabo, Mexico.
thank you, I will keep searching then, Went to Punta Cana, Loved it, Loved it 💞, maybe next year will check out Mexico, @@denisespieces4744
What room is this ? Superior room or junior suite ? And how do you get the VIP Bracelets ?
Hola Gustavo! I booked the junior suite which was the cheapest option but they upgraded us to a bigger room with a pool view (the original one had a garden view). I can't remember the name of that specific room. 😕 The bracelets are given to you at check in.
@@denisespieces4744 thank very much for the information ‼️ Keep up the good work 🙏🏼
@@GustavoFigueroa-cc3ep My pleasure! Thank you for watching and for the encouragement. 🙏🏻
What’s included at this place..? Is it all inclusive? Are all the restaurants included with the stay?
Hi! All drinks, including alcohol, are included. All buffets and most restaurants. The sit-down restaurants require advanced reservations, though. There are a couple of bars and snack bars where the VIP cabanas are, that are not included. You need to be a member for those.
Im a member. Want access to a better experience....get at me
Was the $80 per night groupon per person or for 2?
For 2! So we paid $40 each. 🙌🏻
Hey. Good video..
I have the chance to book Cofresi a few ways.. .
Their all inclusive prices seem low. Are there other fees that I will be hit with?
Just curious
Hi! Thanks for watching! We didn't pay any extra fees (like you usually do in Las Vegas with their "resort fees"). Just the nightly room rate and that was it.
Wow ok the prices are good.
@@rlik49 Yeah! I really thought it was a great deal.
Was just thinking about booking this deal on Groupon. Thanks for making this video. Couple questions, if you don’t mind: We’re they pushy about doing the timeshare tour? It seems like the reservation restaurants are hard to make, and only get 1 night. Is the buffet food pretty good? Do they keep fridge stocked with presidente? Can you drink as much beer in cans as you want or is it draft? Is the town close, and easy to come and go? How was the beach? Thanks again for making this video!
@theroaman8759 Thank YOU for watching! 🤗
1. They didn't offer us a timeshare tour, actually! We did one at a resort in Mexico and never again! 🙊😅
2. Yes, make sure you make restaurant reservations in advance because they book up pretty quickly, but you can go to guests' services every day to check for cancelations or try and walk in the same night and the hostess might have an opening.
3. The buffet food was so so... Not a lot of variety, I thought, but it was ok. I used to work at Club Med, so maybe I got spoiled by their buffet food, which was SO good. 🤤
4. The fridge in our room was stocked with soda bottles like Pepsi and Presidente cans. I think there were 4 beer cans. There was also peanuts and coffee. We didn't have to ask for it to be restocked. The presidente the bar served was draft, and yes, you can drink as much as you'd like.🍻
5. Honestly, we didn't leave the resort, so I'm not sure about the town. From the airport, you'll drive by some poor/rural areas, and then we passed by the boardwalk that looked nice.
6. The beach was nice. Warm and swimable with no waves. On our last day, though, there was a lot of seaweed on the Cofresi side, but that was probably because it had rained the day before.
Hope all of this helps and that you have a wonderful time in Puerto Plata! 🇵🇷
Hello Denise first of all I want to say thank you very much for posting this video It really helpful for me because we have booked 4 days in this hotel in July. Cofresí in puerto plata. So I have 2 question for you. Our room is not the lexury one it is the economy one so my question is do we Air conditioning in the room? And would like to know if is all included how they said?? Like the buffet and non alcoholic drinks? So we paid $440 for 4 days 2 adults and one kid all included. Do you think is a fair price ? July 22 to 26 2024
Hola Jay! Thank you so much for watching and subscribing. 🙏🏻 Yes, all rooms should have air conditioning. If you booked the all-inclusive package, which seems like you did, all buffets, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included. I paid $80/night, but it seems like they're not offering that deal anymore, so if you are paying $110/night, I think that's the next best deal. 🙂 Especially if it's including your kid.
Sounds great 👍 thanks again for sharing those details about the hotel. It really gave me a peace of mind 🙏
@@yolandojimenez483 My pleasure! Have a safe and fun trip!
Thanks 🙏
When you booked it was for two people or one? I bought from Groupon and i think is for two people
Two people, so what you pay on Groupon, you split it in 2, which makes it an even better deal because some hotels charge per person.
@@denisespieces4744 ok perfect thank you. And last question do you remember what time i can check in ? Because my flight gets there at 730 am. Do i have to wait till afternoon?
@Canserbero_es-epico It depends on availability. If it's low occupancy and the room is ready, I'm sure they'll let you check in early. If your room is still being clean, they can at least store your luggage. I would write them in advance so you can put in a request for an early check-in.
@@denisespieces4744 thank you for the inf i really appreciate it 🙌🏾🙌🏾
@@Canserbero_es-epico My pleasure! Have a safe and fun trip!
Wow 3 years ago wifi was include 😮 what happened?
I was so surprised too! My theory is that, with such cheap rate, they gotta make money somewhere. 🤷🏻♀️ And they know everyone needs wifi. Nor sure if I mentioned in the video but they do offer 1 hr free per day.
What airport did you fly into?
Puerto Plata Airport (POP)
Do you get your name in the reservation or is on someone else name ?
They put it under your name and room #.
How to have access to the VIP beach ?
The VIP Beach was included. 🙂 It's basically where the white cabanas are.
All restaurants and buffet included
Yes. There are a couple of restaurants that are only for club/gold members, but the rest and both buffets are included. I went to reception with the property map and just asked them to X what's not included. That's made it easier to navigate.
@@denisespieces4744 thank you. This resort is part of vacation club but wasn’t sure how all inclusive or how nice it was. Seems pretty nice on your video
@@indiag89 You're welcome! I had a good time there. 🙂
Wifi not being included is absolutely insane. That would instantly make my rating of the resort go down. Even though some people may think that's minimal, others like to vlog, fly their drone, and various other things while on the resort. You're still paying a good amount for it NOT to be included, smh.
Right? My jaw was on the floor. 😲 I don't think I've ever stayed in a hotel where wifi wasn't included. Maybe waaaaay back in the day, but it's 2024, people! And even on the "spots" where they said you could connect, the wifi was so spotty and slow that I gave up.
I hope I'm not coming off as high maintenance, but yes, even on vacation, I still like to WhatsApp my family, go on Insta or put on some music on YT while I get ready. 🙃 Luckily, I brought a book on that trip. 😁