Vik Hotel Arena Blanca

Vik Hotel Arena Blanca
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3.53 based on 524 reviews
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Peaceful Relaxation!

, Thornhill, ON
2024-04-24
Our 4 nights staying at Vik Hotel Arena Blanco were perfect for having peaceful relaxing time by escaping the winter in my home. The staff were very friendly with their great services. We enjoyed good food, clean room, peaceful and fun activities with easily accessible facilities. It was excellent vacation! [Details]
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The strong points
Beach, Pool and almost all day service for food from early morning till lat night
The weak points
Room WIFI to be more stabilized. but no complaint.
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Good
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Very relaxing stay

, Ottawa, ON
2024-04-22
Hotel staff and grounds were great and beautiful beach. Rooms needed some fresh paint but were clean and proper. No evening entertainment worth writing about. [Details]
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Better than expected

, Boucherville, QC
2024-03-20
We had a great time at this hotel. The access to the beach has a little slope so not recommended if you have limited mobility. we were satisfied of the variety of food at the restaurants. beautiful beach and WiFi available on most common areas. [Details]
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The strong points
Food, súper clean, Service
The weak points
Difficult access to beach if you have limited mobility.
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VIK hotel review

, Pembroke, ON
2024-02-22
The VIK hotel is a 3 star at best. Negative comments: Air conditioned barely worked. Beach area was crowded. Lounge chairs old and need to be replaced. 1 of the 2 pools has been out of commission for over a year. Food was acceptable but limited to buffet and 1 restaurant. Positive comments: Staff working their are very friendly and the place was clean. Overall you get what you pay for. So if VIK price is considerably cheaper go for it but if it is comparable to other resorts I would choose them. We managed our expectations and had a good time. [Details]
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The strong points
Friendly staff and clean accommodations
The weak points
poor air conditioning crowded beach broken lounge chairs at beach need to replaced
Sanitary measures
staff kept the place clean
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Frist vacation in 2024

, Ottawa, ON
2024-01-25
Frist thing I will say, the staff in the hotel are amazing, gentle, kindn, humble, they are willing to help you. I'm happy to be a pleace where all the staff are working to make the turist fell comfortably on the hotel. [Details]
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The strong points
The staff are working, I like see the hotel have a restaurant for traditional Dominican food and like that
The weak points
The gym was a disappointment, was too far and uncomfortable place to training, old machine, some of that doesn't work.
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Overall review, place need's overall repairs.

, Parkland, AB
2024-01-02
This hotel is very run down. Repairs are absolutely needed. There were not much for activity. The brochure said disco, karaoke and other entertainment . They had kids disco but nothing for adults. They are more geared up for kids entertainment but nothing for adults.
The food was ok but cold breakfast, every time.
The building needs to be attended to for repairs and paint would help. One pool closed all theme due to that pool needed repairs badly.
Somehow we didn't realize that everything needed to be book to eat Christmas Eve. Therefore we had nothing to eat till the next day. Font desk said to just go to the buffet at 8:30 and they would let you in. Well, they wouldn't.
Very hard to get a face cloth or sometimes had to ask for a hand towel. Towels are very old and need to be replaced. [Details]
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The strong points
The staff working at every level was the absolute best. Always smiling and upbeat. No matter what the staffs job was, they were all very happy and accommodating.
The weak points
Bugs in rooms. Seeing other guest being eaten up with some kind of bug in their room. I would have left asap if we had the same thing. But thankfully we didn't in our room but other rooms on our level, in our building. It was very concerning.
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Place was always been cleaned. We event concerned about dirty oops or eating places.

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, Montréal, QC
2024-01-01
Friendly staff, good food , clean rooms
1/2 of the beach and trees were destroyed by the sea water , the beach areas were much smaller then other neighbouring beach, the room's toilet and other toilet in lobby were keeping clean but there were strong smell all the time , the air fresheners Spensers were not refilled, what bothered us a lot was the smell of toilet in the bathrooms [Details]
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The strong points
Clean place , good food , friendly staff,
The weak points
Smell toilet , short beach area
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2023 stay

, Wetaskiwin, AB
2023-09-29
This is a 3 star hotel at best. It needs a lot of upgrades. The pool is falling apart the ground stones on the walking paths are crumbling. And the shows at night have a lot of effort put in, but are not good or well done. My room had been updated a bit and the air-conditioning was strong. But the wifi is iffy at best and sometimes only worked at the pool. The food was pretty good, especially from what we heard from other guests from their resorts but the restaurants are just one with a rotating menu. Lots of the pool chairs need to be replaced and were broken and left out instead of fixed or removed from the pool ocean area. The staff was really friendly and always willing to help or try and make your stay a good one. But I won't be going back to this resort until some major upgrades are done as better resorts are only $100-$200 more for a much better experience. [Details]
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The strong points
Food was good
The weak points
Resort was kind of crumbling
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Vik Hotel Arena Blanca

, Oakville, ON
2023-09-17
Very outdated, advertised as 3 to 4 stars, barely a 2-star hotel. We had a 480 pixels TV in our room, in 2023. The beach is very close, full of seaweeds for a week, and the smell is horrendous - they could do a better job of cleaning it. Lots of rust in the bathroom, water is smelly and oily. towels smell like chlorine back in the 70's or 80's - doesn't go away. [Details]
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The strong points
Cleaning personnel did a very good job daily in our room but we tipped 4-5 dollars daily, so I am not sure what would happen if not.
The weak points
Almost everything.
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Not the best place

, Terrebonne, QC
2023-09-13
Was sweating and dripping whole time there, no a/c in restaurants and buffet or in the shops, almost non existent a/c in room. Broken shower head that was never fixed, a/c was never checked or fixed, room keys kept needing to be changed. Entertainment wasn't great, no music at pool or beach until 3 and stopped at 5, no swim up bar, that really sucked. Toilet so close to wall you have to sit sideways. 1 a la carte restaurant open that changed menu every day, but was what you had at buffet the night before. room was humid all day and night due to lacking a/c so it smelled of dampness. we were with other people, group of 7, and everyone had problems with their rooms and 2 had to be changed because of faulty toilet and a/c not working at all. most boring place i have been to, staff was amazing and friendly, pool was great but with salt water its very warm, beach was small but nice. [Details]
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The strong points
Everything on resort is close, king bed was very comfortable, staff was amazing, food was really good with a nice variety every day
The weak points
Air conditioning was almost non existant, shower has no presser, entertaiment wasn't very good, no music at pool or beach until about 3 and stopped at 5, all places to eat no a/c and more
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Best vacation

, Kanata, ON
2023-05-16
We liked a hotel
We enjoyed our vacation [Details]
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The strong points
Food is tasty and various Cleaning room and changing towels is every day The territory and beach are beautiful Service is professional
The weak points
rooms are old, plumbing is old and rusty
Sanitary measures
very good
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Vik hotel Arena Blanca Sept. 28 to Oct. 8, 2022

, Laval, QC
2022-10-13
Small resort, had a wonderful 10 days with my sister. We were in bloc 4, rooms 4216 and 4215, view of the ocean, pool and snack bar. The à la carte restaurant was delicious, no reservations needed. The restaurant is the same one but changes menus, Italian, International and Mexican. The buffet had a good variety of food, food was hot and tasty. The beach was cleaned almost daily of seaweeds. Bar service was quick. Two pools, one is deeper which is fun to swim. The only hic at this hotel is that there is no air conditioned restaurant. Site was well lite at night, a good point for when travelling alone. Would go back to this resort. Cleaning lady Franchesca did a wonderful job. [Details]
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The strong points
Everything is close, beach was beautiful and food was good. Lots of chairs on beach
The weak points
Animation in the evening, 10 days had only two shows to talk about 60-80's and belly dance. The magic show wasn't very good.
Sanitary measures
There were purell stations on wall at several spots
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Aged Resort

, Medina, NY
2022-10-03
Did not have a great experience at this resort, although they did try to correct issues when we addressed them. First room had 2 small beds, so had to move to another room. Second room (and I'm NOT one to complain) the bed was way too hard, your knees hit the wall when using the restroom and water dripped on you when you sat on the toilet! We moved rooms again the following day. The bed wasn't as bad and the bathroom was better but water still dropped on you from above the toilet and there was a nice rainforest showerhead…that didn't work. It only dripped cold water on you when you were using the other shower head.
There was no AC in the restaurant (which there was only ONE) and I recommend bug spray because we got tore up by mosquitoes.
The pool was nice, but it was aged too.
I hate to complain but I want to make sure people know what they're getting into. We made the best of it, but wouldn't choose this resort in the future.
One plus was the food was really good! [Details]
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The strong points
The food was good.
The weak points
Aged hotel with visible wear and tear.
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Good times

, Woodbridge, ON
2019-09-08
The hotel at the first look gives you the impression that is old and need some changes, When you start to know it offers a very clean and well kept area. The resort is safe and family friendly, maybe because we were in the end season some more entertainment would be nice . The food towards the end of our week became poor, the fruits were getting poorer and poorer everyday . In general the staff is very friendly. We did enjoy and had a good time . [Details]
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Small and cosy

, Montréal, QC
2019-04-16
Easy access from the rooms to the beach and restaurants, great for families with small kids.
Rooms are a little dated but clean. Buffet is a bit week on choices but everything is very good and fresh.
The beach is the strong point of this Hotel, very nice and almost no seaweed.
Wood recommend for family with kids or people that dont want to walk to much. [Details]
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The strong points
beach very clean and easy to access. food is good. Pools are clean
The weak points
choices at the buffet, rooms a bit dated, shows at night a bit amateur.
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VIK Arean Blanca

, Tiverton, ON
2019-03-12
Hotel / Resort is very small and easy to navigate. This was our first all inclusive so for us this was a bonus. The beach is fantastic although Punta Cana is quite breezy. The resort and rooms are kept very clean. The rooms are dated and there are no dressers to unpack your clothes even though there was plenty of space for more furniture. The bathroom was tight. The water was warm but not hot. The staff are friendly and accommodating. The resort is not busy so finding a recliner on the beach or by the one pool was easy no matter the time of day. Getting a beverage was also a breeze due to the fact that the resort is not busy. The buffet food was OK but not great. The a-la-carte food was better but still not great. Visit limits or reservations for diner were not required at the a-la-carte's so this was a bonus. Entertainment in the evening was great but short. The evenings were generally fairly quiet and low key which is a bonus or not depending on your taste. We found the resort staff in charge of excursions to be annoying as they are standing in key areas you must pass-by throughout the day. They are constantly bugging you trying to book your excursion or trying to sell you an upscale/timeshare to the VIP section of the resort. They were worse than the beach vendors who can be annoying (but courteous) as well. Overall a good vacation but not a resort we would consider returning to. We would return to Punta Cana but just a resort with a higher star rating! [Details]
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The strong points
Small, clean and not busy. Reservations not required at a-la-carte.
The weak points
Food and annoying excursion sales staff (see review) Small bathroom and no dressers.
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Punta Cana VIK arena Blanca

, Toronto, ON
2018-09-08
Everything was perfect. Just having wifi at the rooms would be nice. Great people, food and place plus view. [Details]
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The strong points
Friendly and warming people, tasty cuisine, and great accomodations.
The weak points
Hotel reception caused me to miss my bus to the airport by telling me to check out at a time after my bus leaves. Too many people are pushy to buy their stuff.
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So-so

, Toronto, ON
2018-02-16
The check in time is atrocious . These people move so slowly and they look like they don't know what's going on! The resort itself - lobby has ugly plastic chairs . Wifi is terrible!! Can't even send a photo it's so bad. Room was clean, however looks like the walls and floors are falling apart. Air conditioning worked well. Noise level was great . Food was ok. Most of the choices looked and tasted gross but they had some basic stuff that I could eat. Service at the buffet for napkins and cutlery and the removal of dishes from the tables was really bad! The Italian restaurant—- the service was so terrible !! It took them 15 min to even acknowledge you waiting to enter the restaurant. So many people would just walk past us. Food in the a la cartes was decent. Beach was beautiful and enough chairs pool was great as well. Harassment from the guys for excursions was really bad they stand where you need to get your towels and they're really aggressive! We called it “Harassment Bay”. The worst part is no-one spoke English. I asked for a band aid for my son— no idea what I'm talking about. As for a drink— no idea. Overall wouldn't go back . [Details]
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The strong points
Beach Food so-so Pool Weather
The weak points
Non English Food choices weird Harassment for excursions Service at restaurants
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Ok vacation

, Anjou, QC
2018-02-05
Read the reviews before going and realized this could be hit or miss but budget played a role in our decision. It was ok but not 4 star for sure. Im an avid traveler and usually keep an open mind but this resort definitely needs a lesson in customer service, entertainment and the value in variety of food. We needed a light changed and it took 6 days for them to change the light even if we called everyday and went to front desk. There were aunts in the washroom and again took several days. They did compensate by giving us a late check out but that did not compensate at all for 6 days of frustration. There are tons of people on site constantly trying to sell you something. We would have to go out of our way to avoid them. Theres only wifi in the lobby and beach chairs are set up that you are packed in like sardines. [Details]
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The strong points
Beach is pro and con. Great beach and close vacinity Small resort so everything is close in distance Easy drive from the airport A la carte restaurants are descent Always room at the pool
The weak points
Food is cold and exactly the same every day. No variety Actual Shows at night happened 3 out if the 7 days. The other nights they would just take people on stage $2 per day if u want a safe
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2.5 star

, Toronto, ON
2018-01-02
the hotel is not maintained front desk area, restaurants, bars, pool etc in very poor condition, broken concrete and sticked steel bars make it very dangerous for kids and adults. [Details]
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About the travel

, Toronto, ON
2017-12-30
No locker,no wi-FI in room [Details]
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No locker,no conversation no wi FI in room
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Will not be doing business again

, Thunder Bay, ON
2017-01-08
The VIK Arena proved to be a destination, not a vacation, for myself and partner. Disappointing to say the least from the moment we checked in. Not because of WI-FI access only in the lobby and Calypso Bar, or because the main buffet was under renovations during our stay. Poor communication from the front desk, vendors around the pool area selling artwork and jewellery, and poor service from the restaurant and bars resulted in an overall poor experience. We were given the wrong room at first, a double when we ordered a superior, even though we were told that what they had given us was in fact a superior. It wasn't until I had looked up the difference online usin the lobby wifi and showed it to them that we were given the room we paid for. Once settled in the room an unpacked, we went to get towels by the pool and were instantly surrounded by "my friends" selling paintings and artwork. This was from day 1 to day 7 at all times of the day and night. Something never experienced at any other resort, unless your sunbathing on the public beach. They were setup in the main traffic areas, resulting in us carefully planning our travel routes while walking from the lobby to the beach. With the main buffet closed for renovations, the resort made a poor attempt at informing its guests of its substitutions. Although our travel agent had informed us of the renos 3 weeks before our trip( we had booked 2 months in advance) once in the resort it was as if all staff was clueless. Poor signage around the reataurants, no postings of the work being done or the reasons for the substitutions. We met several couples and families during our stay who had no clue about the buffet closure because the front desk never informed them upon check in. Also to note is that if you are expecting for wait staff to bring you a beverage from the bar while lounging on the beach, look elsehwhere. This was not a service provided at this "vacation" destination. On the plus side, the resort is very well kept as well as the rooms. Housekeeping did a phenomenal job, as well as the air conditioning in the rooms. Lounge chairs are overly abundant with a beautiful beach and swimming area. The weather was hot and the drinks were cool, but I believe you can find that at any resort in the Dominican Republic. [Details]
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The strong points
The resort was very clean, the beach bar was close to the ocean, plenty of lounge chairs available by the pool and ocean.
The weak points
Terrible signage around the resort, poor communication at the lobby desk, vendors within the grounds on main traffic areas by the pool
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VIK Arena Blanca

, Ottawa, ON
2017-01-04
Generally a good value place. Not hyper-luxurious but very nice. Beach is terrific. Food has a lot of variety but quality is only 'fine' [Details]
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The strong points
A relatively small resort not being overwhelmed with hoards of people
The weak points
I think it's typical of the Dominican in general, but there are people all over the resort and beach hawking stuff. Somewhat annoying
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Great food...great view from room.

, Kitchener, ON
2016-11-25
No shuttle service to malls or shopping..taxi only. [Details]
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The strong points
Food
The weak points
No shuttles
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Guest at the VIK Arena Blanca

, St Leonard, NB
2016-04-22
This was our fourth two weeks stay at the VIK and we would return. Good value for the price. [Details]
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The strong points
The is a large variety of food at buffet and very tasty. The a la carte restaurants also have good food. The site is small and very easy to get from lobby to rooms, pool and beach.
The weak points
The rooms are lacking lighting and mirrors. The free WIFI is very bad and only available in the lobby. Cigarette smoke in the lobby area can also be very annoying for non smokers.
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One week of relaxation

, Montreal, QC
2016-04-02
Hotel staff not friendly, do not know how to address customers in a customer service fashion. Lack of inofrmation given to us to restaurants, gym, tennis courts and any activities given. You have to ask or figure out on your own. [Details]
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The strong points
beaches are great
The weak points
staff is not friendly specially at reception
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Good value resort.

, Morniville, AB
2016-03-27
Great food.
Hotel is a bit dated and does need some upgrading.
Decent vacation property [Details]
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The strong points
Food was great at buffet, a la carts were decent. Beach was amazing!
The weak points
Resort needs some upgrading, would be nice to have coffee in room rather than having to go to buffet. Would be nice to have more music around pool area.
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Escapes,ca

, Burlington, ON
2016-01-24
Hotel does not have elevators. The website should have said no elevator buildings. At night lobby is too dark not enough lights. [Details]
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The strong points
Food was good.
The weak points
Wifi was very weak. The adventure tour staff were annoying because they interrupted us everyday.Pool activity staff should not interrupted our pool spot.
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Family resort

, Ottawa, ON
2016-01-18
our family had a good time, the one reproach is the pushy vendors. staff was 90% perfect and accomadating [Details]
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The strong points
value for dollar, proximity to the airport
The weak points
short uneven beach, street vendors
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Great Place to Relax

, Ottawa, ON
2016-01-18
Second visit in five years. Well maintained hotel, beautiful grounds, pool, sandy beach with palm thatched cabanas. Excellent and varied food. Not a lot of specialty restaurants (not missed). We had quiet room facing ocean and pool. A great place to relax and enjoy sun and surf. [Details]
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The strong points
Small resort well maintained friendly staff, excellent and varied food, beach cleaned every day
The weak points
Wi-Fi in hotel lobby only and slows down when large number of users
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