About Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort - All Inclusive
Situated in an unbeatable location right by the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort offers comfortable accommodation and an amazing array of resort amenities.
The rooms are sleek, modern and very well equipped. From tech features like flat screen TV’s with satellite channels to complimentary minibars, they really do have everything you’ll need.
The star attraction is undoubtedly the fantastic pool, all 22,000 square feet of it. Those looking for some pampering can book a treatment at the exquisite Mayan-themed spa.
The resort has an incredible five restaurants and six bars, ranging from casual places on the beach, ideal for a light snack and cocktail to El Alcazar, a chic restaurant serving Mediterranean inspired dishes.
The focus of attention is definitely on the resort and the beach out front. The hotel also has its own marina, from where various water-based tours and adventures begin.
Positive Reviews
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Immaculately kept grounds
This was one of the first things guests seemed to notice, and comment on, in their reviews. They reported that the grounds were kept in absolutely immaculate condition, with scarcely a blade of grass out of position. The attention to detail really gave th
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Terrific all-inclusive food
Guests really were completely bowled over by the food. Some had been a little apprehensive since they were on an all-inclusive package, but it turned out just fine. All the restaurants of the resort were open to them, and provided a great variety of food
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Great option for families
Those traveling with their families seemed exceptionally happy with their choice of resort. Parents reported that the resort really did cater to all ages, including the sometimes difficult to please teenage demographic. There were so many facilities and a
Negative Reviews
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Limited late night entertainment
Guests reported that the resort does seem to close down a little early. They would have liked to chill out in a bar, or spend some time in a nightclub, but these tended to close too early to really make a night of it.
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Coral on the beach in front
Guests looking for a nice sloping sand beach were a little disappointed to find that there was quite a bit of coral just offshore, making it difficult to swim without risking hurting one's unprotected feet.
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Paid Wi-Fi
Techies”, and others who simply wanted to stay in touch, were shocked to discover that Wi-Fi was not free. They found it a little shocking that a modern hotel would not include this in their room rates.