Originally Posted by
threedjmay
Follow up, the cochroaches weren't a big deal. As some posters said, you can't expect not to have them from time to time. The main issue was the chemicals used without notice and no note. We changed rooms, and it was a hassle, but I wasn't seeking compensation then. It was after the termite infestation (several hundred) that occurred in the closet and were in our clothes and shoes. The termites had dropped their wings, and these littered the floor. We had been gone most of the previous 3 days, so it could havebeen an issue when we changed roomx the first time at 10pm.
I didnt seek compensation, but was offered it by the night manager. It was more upseting to have the bugs in my clothes, and the potential to bring them home as well. Changing rooms again when you have limited time left on the island and leaving in 36 hours is a pain, but I will give everyone credit at the hotel for their response. The manner in which they have responded has helped me consider to return, and it also tells me that what I have experienced is not typical. This wasn't a cute little lizzard running around. I would have taken photos of my new 'pet'.
That was really more my take on it; don't think the occasional cockroach in that type of climate would bother me (unless it was a lot of them), but land termites especially if they were in clothes/shoes would freak me out. Plus not freak out but chemicals w/ no notice wouldn't be fun.
However, it sounds like the property really stepped up to the plate so good for them!
Cheers.