The Westin Puntacana Resort & Club, Dominican Republic [Master Thread]
Nov 18, 2013, 12:35 am
#16
Company Representative - Starwood
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Guangzhou
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Nothing on the hotel’s website indicate a delay at this point of time.
We will reach out to the hotel for an update on its opening date. We will update this thread after we hear back from them.
Best Regards,
Christina Zhou
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
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Nov 20, 2013, 7:43 pm
#17
Join Date: Jul 2010
Programs: AA Platinum, UA Exec Premier, SPG Platinum, AmEx Platinum
Posts: 183
Is 12K/night a good deal for a Cat 5 property? I'm trying to weigh the value in using points vs. Cash & points 6K + $110 vs. $250/night. I need two rooms and will book one with points or cash & points. I'm a Plat and have about 150K points that I've never used. I appreciate any advice.
Thanks!
Thanks!
Nov 25, 2013, 10:56 am
#18
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Posts: 116
Can anyone weigh in on activities and overall kid-friendliness of the resort? I'm considering booking an April trip with 2 kids between 5 and 10, but not sure if the resort is focusing on families or adult travelers.
Nov 26, 2013, 3:07 pm
#19
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: MCI
Programs: DL Silver, US Silver, IC Gold, Hyatt Gold
Posts: 1
We are booked for 9/2014 with two children, but are still looking for lodging. IMHO this resort looked okay from the online pics; however I was not blown away. So, I am anxious for the forthcoming reviews/pics!
Nov 27, 2013, 1:00 am
#20
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Hi schley,
Nothing on the hotel’s website indicate a delay at this point of time.
We will reach out to the hotel for an update on its opening date. We will update this thread after we hear back from them.
Best Regards,
Christina Zhou
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Nothing on the hotel’s website indicate a delay at this point of time.
We will reach out to the hotel for an update on its opening date. We will update this thread after we hear back from them.
Best Regards,
Christina Zhou
Social Media Specialist
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide
[email protected]
Nov 27, 2013, 2:42 am
#21
Company Representative - Starwood
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Singapore
Programs: SPG
Posts: 4,002
Let me check again.
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Thyetus Lee | Social Media Specialist
Starwood Customer Contact Centre (AP) Pte Ltd
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Thyetus Lee | Social Media Specialist
Starwood Customer Contact Centre (AP) Pte Ltd
Nov 27, 2013, 7:41 pm
#22
Company Representative - Starwood
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Singapore
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Posts: 4,002
Hotel is still opening on the date mentioned on its website.
Would advise to wait for the channels to be opened for bookings.
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Thyetus Lee | Social Media Specialist
Starwood Customer Contact Centre (AP) Pte Ltd
Would advise to wait for the channels to be opened for bookings.
[email protected]
Thyetus Lee | Social Media Specialist
Starwood Customer Contact Centre (AP) Pte Ltd
Dec 6, 2013, 9:43 am
#23
Join Date: Jul 2013
Programs: AA EXP; UA 1k; MR Platinum; SPG Gold
Posts: 167
Any more news on this property?
Booked a stay ~Q1 '14 - flexible rate though, so I can make a judgement as more info becomes available on the resort.
Can't believe how little I have been able to find with the property opening in just a few weeks from now.
Booked a stay ~Q1 '14 - flexible rate though, so I can make a judgement as more info becomes available on the resort.
Can't believe how little I have been able to find with the property opening in just a few weeks from now.
Dec 17, 2013, 8:17 am
#25
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Join Date: Feb 2003
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Looks like we'll be staying here the last weekend in January 2014...I'll keep an eye out for comments. I will also post a trip report and/or photos if the trip comes to fruition...it's a bit iffy right now!
Dec 17, 2013, 8:25 am
#27
Join Date: Jul 2013
Programs: AA EXP; UA 1k; MR Platinum; SPG Gold
Posts: 167
Check out the facebook page too. They have been posting progress pictures. Really amazing how fast the property has been coming together.
Dec 17, 2013, 8:27 am
#28
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: CMH & NYC
Programs: AA EXP, SPG Plat
Posts: 16
We are booked for 12/26-12/31, there is not much info on the website. If anyone is staying before then could you please share details from the trip. If not I will be sure to post about our experience.
Dec 17, 2013, 4:28 pm
#29
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: PHL
Programs: AA Lifetime Plat 2.3MM
Posts: 27
Info about immediate beach and golf
I am booked at this property for 5 nights mid January 2013. My family has vacationed at the Punta Cana Resort and Club each year for the last 5 years which is adjacent to this hotel. I've played golf at both La Cana (27 holes) and Corales. This area is a spectacular hidden gem in terms of beach, golf, and amenities at the Resort and Club. I would highly recommend playing golf at these courses and also using the pool and bar at the La Cana golf clubhouse which has a spectacular view and happy hour. There is also a beach bar / restaurant on Playa Blanca that is very nice for relaxing on the beach / renting paddle boards / and drinking Presidente. The beach is sweet, and the access from the airport is unmatched. I know what people always say about Punta Cana, I get it, I stayed at one of those places 10 years ago. This area in and around the Punta Cana Resort and Club is very different and will not dissapoint. The three men that created this area and own the airport will make sure this Westin delivers. For a 4 or 5 night vacation this spot is very very hard to beat.
Dec 20, 2013, 11:52 am
#30
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: PHL
Programs: AA Lifetime Plat 2.3MM
Posts: 27
House Rentals if staying a week or longer
One more thing to add. The Westin looks great from the photos on their facebook page pre-open. But if you are staying with a group and are staying for a week or longer - definitely look into renting a house at the Punta Cana Resort and Club. Most home come with a golf cart and a housekeeper / cook for the week. You can definitely find some great deals and since you are staying at a house you have access to all the facilities and are afforded discounts at the golf courses, etc....