3 outdoor pools

Reviews of BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

4 out of 5
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive
Carretera Federal Chetumal, Puerto Juarez Km. 300, Playa del Carmen, QROO

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 1025 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1025 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 208 out of 1025 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 155 out of 1025 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 173 out of 1025 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Derecia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They do not provide airport transportation. Roaches in rooms, no resort activities, one pool, 2 bars only one is 24 hours, have to wait 15 minutes for shuttles from rooms, food is very basic and not a great menu, room service is $8 per delivery. Hotel is not on beach where you can swim you have to walk 10/15 mini down the beach to swim area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The beach directly in front of the Blue Bay isn't the best, but if you don't mind walking 10 minutes to the left, you'll find a much nicer stretch of beach where you can have a great time. Don't pay attention to the negative reviews—those are just Karens being Karens. Me being an American, I felt disgusted when another American said, "I'm an American, I need the HVAC to work." They were being disrespectful to the staff, asking them to hurry up at check-in. This place is actually fun and offers great value for its price. The rooms are extremely cold, which is perfect after a hot day, and there is a lot to do for the price. The rooms are clean, the staff is friendly, and there is plenty of food to eat. Overall, I had a fantastic stay and would recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Vicki Lynn

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful. The maintenance and upkeep of the hotel is not good. The A/C was out in the main dining area. It was extremely hot. I don’t know how the staff could bare it We had to change rooms 3 times before finding a room where the a/c barely was working. We will not visit property again nor would I recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Glen Franklyn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Adriana

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible rooms the shower stopped working the toliet and the mini fridge was leaking and when asked for a room change we were denied.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from - Bluebay Family on May 19, 2024
Dear Guest,We are deeply sorry to hear about the issues you encountered during your stay with us. Please accept our sincerest apologies for the inconvenience caused by the malfunctioning shower, toilet, and leaking mini-fridge in your room. Providing comfortable and functional accommodations is of utmost importance to us, and we regret that we fell short of your expectations in this regard.We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the denial of your request for a room change. Rest assured, we take your feedback seriously, and we will investigate the matter further to prevent similar issues from occurring in the future.If there is anything else we can do to make amends for the inconvenience you experienced, please do not hesitate to let us know. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we hope to have the opportunity to regain your trust and welcome you back for a more enjoyable experience in the future.Warm regards,

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 19, 2024
Thank you for your kind words and for giving us a perfect rating! We are thrilled to hear that you had an excellent stay with us. We strive to provide the best experience for our guests and are delighted that we could meet your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!Bluebay Family

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the experience
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for cost. You can pay more for a nicer place, but you have to pay a lot more to significantly improve the experience. This resort is definitely for the younger crowd. It is full of life and fun. Food was good. Great breakfast and dinner was good. Rooms was large. COLD a/c, decent bed and pillows, large nice shower, stocked mini bar, and a big balcony. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Judith

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No customer service, check in two hours later than promised, rude staff, Liars, not Disabled friendly, Dirty, Mold, Mafia style control over transportation, grounds smell of sewage, bedsheets stained of semen, animal feces on balcony
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 17, 2024
Dear Judith,We sincerely apologize for the inconveniences you experienced during your stay. We take your concerns very seriously and regret that our customer service, late check-in, and other issues affected your experience.We want to apologize for any discomfort caused and assure you that we are taking immediate steps to address these issues. We value your feedback and would love the opportunity to make it up to you on a future visit.Best regards,

6/10 Okay

Hazim

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was alright not too bad, rooms can use some updating
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 15, 2024
Dear Hazim,Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate your comments and are glad to hear that your stay was generally satisfactory. We are continuously working on improving our facilities and will take your suggestion about updating the rooms into consideration.We hope to welcome you back in the future for an even better experience.Best regards,Bluebay Family

10/10 Excellent

Saul Alonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was nice experience, you have a lot of food options and drinks, the beach looks like little dirty, just have one issue, the people prefer the pool and maybe can't find a spot to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 14, 2024
Thank you for your kind words and feedback. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the wide array of food and drink options during your stay. We appreciate your observation about the beach and apologize for any inconvenience caused. Regarding the pool area, we'll certainly look into ways to ensure all our guests can enjoy it comfortably. Your comments help us improve. We hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable experience.Bluebay Family

6/10 Okay

Mark Kevin

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd stay here. Will be the last. Our room was flooded from the air conditioner, front desk notified. Nothing was done to fix it. Then there is the constant harassment about completing the 90 minute time share/vacation package. The pool area was good. The beach was gross. The food was good at the buffet. Trying to get dinner reservations at a specialty restaurant almost impossible. Okay property IF you don’t expect a lot out an all inclusive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 12, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced during your stay regarding the flooding in your room and the lack of prompt action from our team. Rest assured, we will address this issue with our maintenance and front desk staff to ensure better responsiveness in the future.We regret to hear about your dissatisfaction with the constant reminders about our time share/vacation package. Your feedback is valuable, and we will review our procedures to ensure a more comfortable experience for our guests.We are glad to know that you enjoyed the pool area and found the buffet food satisfactory. However, we apologize for any disappointment regarding the beach conditions and the difficulty in securing dinner reservations at our specialty restaurants. We will work on improving these aspects to enhance the overall guest experience.We appreciate your constructive criticism, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for a more enjoyable stay.Bluebay Family

8/10 Good

Duley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the type of property, you get what you pay for. The staff are very friendly although the property itself is very outdated and the entertainment is not all that. There is no excitement throughout the property. They have the right age of people 20-35. It’s just the energy is not there. The outdated rooms and entertainment is the only thing holding back from 5 stars. Lot of potential in this property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 12, 2024
Dear Duley,Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We truly appreciate your kind words about our friendly staff.We regret to hear that you found the property to be outdated and the entertainment lacking excitement. Rest assured, we take your comments seriously and will look into ways to improve in these areas to provide a better experience for our guests.We value your insights and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future to show you the improvements we have made.Warm regards,Bluebay Family

4/10 Poor

Angel Eduardo

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Familia Bluebay on May 12, 2024
Gracias por compartir su reseña. Lamentamos mucho que su experiencia no haya cumplido con sus expectativas durante su estancia con nosotros. Nos esforzamos por brindar una experiencia de cinco estrellas a todos nuestros huéspedes, y es desalentador saber que no cumplimos sus estándares en esta ocasión.Tomamos sus comentarios en serio y los utilizaremos para mejorar nuestros servicios e instalaciones. Nos disculpamos por cualquier inconveniente que haya encontrado, incluidos los problemas con el aire acondicionado y los desafíos con las reservas para cenar.Por favor, tenga en cuenta que valoramos mucho su opinión y trabajaremos diligentemente para abordar las áreas de preocupación que ha destacado.Esperamos que considere darnos otra oportunidad en el futuro para brindarle la estadía excepcional que merece.Familia Bluebay

8/10 Good

JAVIER

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bedding looked old, facilities are clean and food is ok
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 12, 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We appreciate your acknowledgment of our clean facilities and the quality of our food.Regarding your comment about the bedding, we apologize for any inconvenience caused. Rest assured, we take cleanliness and comfort seriously, and we will address this issue promptly to ensure a more enjoyable stay for our guests.We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with an even better experience.Warm regards,Bluebay Family

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 12, 2024
Thank you for sharing your review. We're disappointed to hear that your experience fell short of expectations during your stay with us. We strive to provide a five-star experience to all our guests, and it's disheartening to learn that we didn't meet your standards on this occasion.We take your feedback seriously and will use it to improve our services and facilities. We apologize for any inconveniences you encountered, including the issues with the air conditioner and the challenges with dinner reservations.Please know that we value your input, and we will work diligently to address the areas of concern you've highlighted.We hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future to provide you with the exceptional stay you deserve.Bluebay Family

10/10 Excellent

Schinell

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 12, 2024
Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at our resort and rated us 5 out of 5 stars.Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're delighted that we could exceed your expectations. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another wonderful stay in the future.Warm regards,Bluebay Family

10/10 Excellent

Amy Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 12, 2024
Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at our resort and rated us 5 out of 5 stars.Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're delighted that we could exceed your expectations. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another wonderful stay in the future.Warm regards,Bluebay Family

4/10 Poor

Dorian

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 10, 2024
Dear Dorian,We're sorry to hear that your experience fell short of expectations. We're always striving to improve, so we appreciate your feedback. Please feel free to reach out to us directly with any specific concerns you may have, as we'd like the opportunity to make things right. Bluebay Family.

10/10 Excellent

Samuel Amuah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very awesome resort. It's worth it all.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 10, 2024
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you had an awesome experience at our resort and that you found it to be worth it. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for another memorable stay.Bluebay Family.

6/10 Okay

RAUL RUIZ

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Familia Bluebay on May 12, 2024
Agradecemos que haya compartido su calificación con nosotros. Aunque nos esforzamos por brindar una experiencia superior, entendemos que puede haber áreas en las que no hayamos cumplido completamente con sus expectativas.Su retroalimentación es invaluable para nosotros, ya que nos ayuda a identificar áreas de mejora. Esperamos tener la oportunidad de servirle mejor en el futuro y ganarnos una calificación más alta de su parte.Saludos cordiales,Familia Bluebay

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Amenities
Amazing experience and def use again as always use Expedia
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 10, 2024
Thank you for sharing your amazing experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time and that you found our services to your satisfaction. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future. Bluebay Family.

8/10 Good

Zahra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent a really good time there!!! super nice stuff!!
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 10, 2024
Thank you so much for your positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time with us and that our staff made your stay enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another wonderful experience. Bluebay Family.

4/10 Poor

RENANE

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The food is horrible. There is not enough selection
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Familia Bluebay on May 8, 2024
We apologize for the dissatisfaction you experienced with the food selection during your stay at Blubay Grand Esmeralda. Providing a diverse and enjoyable culinary experience is important to us, and we regret that we fell short of your expectations in this aspect. Your feedback is valuable, and we will work diligently to enhance our food offerings to better meet the tastes and preferences of our guests in the future.Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention, and we hope to have the opportunity to exceed your expectations on your next visit.Bluebay Family

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I overall love the beauty of the resort, food and the parties!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 8, 2024
We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the beauty of our resort, as well as the food and the parties! Your positive feedback means a lot to us, and we're delighted that you had a great experience overall at Blubay Grand Esmeralda. We strive to provide memorable and enjoyable stays for all our guests, and we're glad we could deliver on that promise for you. Thank you for choosing our resort, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon!Bluebay Family

4/10 Poor

Emilija

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The resort itself was big and nice. The nature is beautiful. Housekeeping was great, the waiters at the restaurant by the pool were very nice and hospitable. The servers at the main restaurant were not that attentive i’d say. A big negative was that they don’t have enough pool or beach chairs to accommodate the whole resort. We met some people that would get up at 5am to ‘reserve’ a pool chair. At one point we got up at 6:30am to go and snag some chairs however there was none available, as people leave their towels on it and thats how they ‘reserve’ the chairs. The workers on the beach work hard to keep it clean, but our beach was the only one that had SO much sargrasso, you could not swim. And while we understand that they can’t control the amount of sargrasso that comes in they could invest in some better way of getting rid of it. There is definitely not enough shade i’ll say. There were always chairs available at the private section of the beach club, but thats for their VIP club only and they charge $60 for a day pass for there. We wanted to rent a car however the rental car people were never there and they kept giving us the run around when we would ask the front desk staff. Nobody knew anything or how to book it from the hotel which was really frustrating. Our flight also got in later, so by the time we made it to the resort it was 8pm and the staff that checked us in didn’t give us a tour of the resort or give us any info, we had to figure it out ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 8, 2024
We appreciate your detailed feedback regarding your recent stay at Blubay Grand Esmeralda. It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the size and beauty of our resort, as well as the efforts of our housekeeping team and poolside restaurant staff.However, we are truly sorry to hear about the challenges you faced with the availability of pool and beach chairs. We understand the frustration this may have caused and will certainly take steps to address this issue to ensure a more pleasant experience for our guests in the future.Regarding the seaweed (sargassum) issue, we apologize for any inconvenience it caused during your stay. While we strive to keep our beaches clean, the influx of seaweed can sometimes be beyond our control. Rest assured, we will explore additional methods to manage this situation more effectively.We also regret the inconvenience you encountered with the rental car service and the lack of information provided upon your late arrival. Your feedback regarding these matters is invaluable, and we will work on improving our communication and guest services to prevent similar issues from occurring in the future.Thank you for bringing these concerns to our attention. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a more enjoyable stay in the future.Bluebay Family

2/10 Terrible

Omer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
dont recommend at all
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 5, 2024
Dear Omer,We are sorry to hear that you didn't have a positive experience. Your feedback is important to us, and we'd like to understand more about what went wrong so we can improve. Please feel free to share any specific issues or concerns you encountered during your stay. We value your input and strive to make every guest's experience enjoyable.Best regards,Bluebay Family

8/10 Good

Cornell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
I thought that the Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda was an excellent hotel for the price the beach wasn't great but that wasn't so bad because the lagoon was close by in the beach next door was good I would definitely recommend it
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Familia Bluebay on May 3, 2024
Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that you found Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda to be an excellent hotel for the price. We're glad you were able to enjoy the nearby lagoon and beach despite any limitations. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable stay! Warm regards, Bluebay Family

10/10 Excellent

Samira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views and beaches! Staff are wonderful and very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 3, 2024
We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful views and beaches at our resort! It's wonderful to know that our staff provided you with excellent service and assistance during your stay. Thank you for sharing your positive experience, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable visit soon. Warm regards, Bluebay Family

2/10 Terrible

Charlton

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay was unpleasant. My room smelled like sewage, the sliding glass door didn’t lock as I was on the 1st floor. There were fruit flies in the room. The fridge didn’t work, and there was no iron in the room. I asked the front desk 3 times to be moved, but nothing happened. Also, the food wasn’t good. I will not be returning to the resort.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Grand Esmeralda Team on May 3, 2024
Dear Mr. Charlton,We're truly sorry to hear about your unpleasant experience during your stay at our resort. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we take it very seriously. We apologize for the issues you encountered with your room, including the odor, security, and amenities. This is not the level of service we strive to provide to our guests, and we understand your frustration.Please rest assured that we are investigating the matter and taking steps to address the issues you've raised to prevent similar occurrences in the future. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused during your stay.We value your feedback and would appreciate the opportunity to make it right. If you would be willing to give us another chance, please don't hesitate to contact us directly so we can ensure your next stay meets your expectations.Warm regards,Bluebay Family

4/10 Poor

Claudia, Calgary

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The food was great and the gardens and area around the pool were really nice. However, we couldn't enjoy the beach since the sea was full of seaweed and they didn't remove the seaweed piling up on top of the sand. There was a dead fish smell when getting close to the beach due to the seaweed. The furniture, mirrors and bedsheets in the rooms were old. It could benefit from some updates/renovation. An activity sales person named Eric was very rude. Check in was a very slow process.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 6, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and appreciated the beauty of our gardens and pool area. We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the seaweed on the beach; we understand how this can affect the overall enjoyment of your stay. Our team is actively working on solutions to address this issue more effectively.Regarding the condition of the rooms, we appreciate your insights. Renovations and updates are an ongoing part of our improvement process, and we'll certainly take your comments into consideration as we plan for the future.We're sorry to learn about your experience with our activity sales person, Eric. Providing exceptional service is our priority, and we will address this matter internally to ensure our guests are treated with the utmost respect and professionalism.Moreover, we apologize for any delays during the check-in process. We're continually looking for ways to enhance our efficiency to provide a smoother experience for our guests.Thank you again for sharing your thoughts. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for an even better experience.Bluebay Family

2/10 Terrible

Ignat

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst resort ever
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Grand Esmeralda Team on May 3, 2024
Dear Mr. Ignat,We're sorry to hear that your experience at our resort didn't meet your expectations. Your feedback is important to us, and we will take your comments into consideration as we strive to improve our services and facilities. If there are specific areas where you feel we could have done better, please let us know so we can address them accordingly. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future to provide you with a more positive experience.Bluebay Family

6/10 Okay

Kenneth D

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff food and service were good. The entire resort did not have air conditioning. The room was often hot without working A/C. Also the elevator didnt work.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 2, 2024
Dear Kenneth D,Thank you for your feedback and for acknowledging the good food and service provided by our staff. We apologize for any inconvenience you experienced with the lack of air conditioning in the resort and the issue with the elevator. Your comments are important to us, and we will address these concerns to ensure a more comfortable stay for our guests in the future. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a better experience.Warm regards,

8/10 Good

Tonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a last minute reservation, this property was great. It was clean and friendly, but busy. If you are there during a busy season, you must wake up early to stake your claim for a sun chair. It gets really crowded at both pools. Also, if you want room service, you should order it early. It gets pretty busy and I never got a response. Thats not a no-no...just it is what is was. Great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 2, 2024
Dear Tonja,Thank you for choosing our property for your reservation and for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear that you found the hotel clean and the staff friendly. We appreciate your understanding regarding the busyness of the property during peak seasons. Your comments regarding the availability of sun chairs and room service are noted, and we will strive to improve in these areas. We hope to welcome you back for another great experience in the future!Best regards,

6/10 Okay

Eric

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Familia Bluebay on May 2, 2024
Estimado Eric,¡Gracias por tu calificación! Si en el futuro tienes algún comentario o sugerencia sobre cómo podemos mejorar, ¡no dudes en hacérnoslo saber! Esperamos verte nuevamente en tu próxima visita.

2/10 Terrible

Chelson Ariel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would not recommend or stay at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 2, 2024
Dear Chelson Ariel,I'm sorry to hear that your experience with us did not meet your expectations. We take every comment very seriously and use it to continuously improve our services. We would greatly appreciate it if you could provide us with more details about your stay so that we can address your specific concerns. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future and provide you with an exceptional experience.Thank you for your feedback!

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
It was a bit difficult to communicate as the staff didnt know a lot of English. Our room phone didn't work and we had to complain about it multiple times to get it looked at and then the employee who came to look at didn't even fix it. They deliver a form to thank you for coming on your last night and call one of 2 extensions to get picked up for check-out, except when you can't call because your phone still doesnt work. We had stopped at the desk in the morning to schedule a pick-up for our luggage (then they told us to call...again) and then they didn't show up and we had to attempt to find one of the cleaning staff to radio for a bellboy (twice) and almost missed our airport transportation. The pool was fabulous! Highly recommend bringing apool float. The food was good, especially the fresh guac and there were plenty of drinks.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on Apr 30, 2024
We apologize for the difficulties you encountered during your stay. It's disappointing to hear about the language barrier and the issues with the room phone not being fixed despite your complaints. We will address these communication and maintenance issues with our staff to ensure better service in the future.Regarding the checkout process and transportation, we regret any inconvenience caused by the phone not working and the miscommunication. Your feedback will be used to improve our procedures and ensure a smoother experience for our guests in the future.We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the pool and the food, especially the fresh guacamole, and that there were plenty of drinks available. Thank you for your recommendation regarding bringing a pool float.We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future, providing you with a much-improved experience. If there's anything else we can assist you with, please don't hesitate to reach out.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Albert

Traveled with partner
Loved the people working in the many areas. Everyone friendly and accommodating. Loved the energy of the Pool Entertainment Team. Only thing we didn’t like was with a lack of Pool Chairs we had to get up extremely early. With the size of the Pool it was not a lack of space. Just lack of chairs.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on Apr 29, 2024
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the friendly and accommodating service from our staff, as well as the energetic Pool Entertainment Team at Bluebay Grand Esmeralda. However, we apologize for the inconvenience caused by the lack of pool chairs. Your feedback is valuable, and we'll address this issue with our management team to ensure that there are enough chairs available for all our guests in the future. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay.Warm regards,Bluebay Family

10/10 Excellent

Esther Genevieve

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful. The staff and facilities were impeccable. We had a great time and would definitely visit again. We have noting negative to say but would add that there should be a hotel shuttle to the resort from the airport. The taxi was very expensive and unexpected.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 3, 2024
We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful stay with us and that you found our staff and facilities impeccable. It's always rewarding to receive such positive feedback from our guests. Thank you for your suggestion regarding the hotel shuttle service from the airport. We understand that transportation costs can add up, and we will definitely take your feedback into consideration for future improvements. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another enjoyable stay in the future. Thank you for choosing to stay with us! Warm regards, Bluebay Family

4/10 Poor

Antonio

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A/C not that cold, no swim up bar, throw up and dirty female pads at edge of pool. Courteous personnel except for this lady at gift shop.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Grand Esmeralda Team on Apr 29, 2024
We're deeply sorry to hear about the issues you encountered during your stay at Bluebay Grand Esmeralda. Your feedback is concerning, and we take it very seriously. We will address the A/C and cleanliness issues with our maintenance and housekeeping teams to ensure they are promptly resolved. Additionally, we'll investigate the behavior of the staff member at the gift shop to prevent such incidents from happening in the future. Please accept our sincerest apologies for any inconvenience caused. We appreciate your feedback as it helps us improve our services for all our guests. If there's anything else we can do to make things right, please don't hesitate to let us know.Warm regards,Bluebay Family

10/10 Excellent

Georges

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing resort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on Apr 29, 2024
We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience at Bluebay Grand Esmeralda, rating it as a 5 out of 5 resort! Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're delighted that you enjoyed your time with us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another wonderful stay in the future. If there's anything we can do to make your next visit even more enjoyable, please don't hesitate to let us know.Warm regards,Bluebay Family

8/10 Good

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had to switch rooms. The second room was fantastic.. The staff was great. Food not to impressed. There was not a clear itinerary that was on site. You had to hunt to find things to do. They should have something in the rooms that tells you everything about the resort. Overall it was ok. Will not go back but it was ok. The timeshare presentation actually was good. They didn’t try to sell me. They presented all the information and let me make an educated decision.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on Apr 30, 2024
We're sorry to hear that your experience at our resort was mixed. We're glad that the staff was great and that you enjoyed the second room, but we apologize for any inconvenience caused by the need to switch rooms. We appreciate your feedback regarding the food, and we'll use it to improve in that area.Regarding the lack of a clear itinerary and information about the resort in the rooms, we apologize for any inconvenience. We'll take your suggestion into consideration and work on providing better guidance and information for our guests in the future.We're pleased to hear that you had a positive experience with the timeshare presentation and that you felt informed without pressure to buy.While we're disappointed that you don't plan to return, we appreciate your honesty and hope that you'll consider giving us another chance in the future. If there's anything else we can do to address your concerns, please don't hesitate to let us know.

10/10 Excellent

Hellio, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on May 1, 2024
¡Gracias por otorgarnos una calificación perfecta de 5 estrellas! Nos complace saber que tu experiencia en nuestro hotel fue excelente. Esperamos poder recibirte de nuevo en el futuro y seguir ofreciéndote un servicio de calidad que merezca cada una de esas estrellas. ¡Gracias por tu apoyo y confianza!

6/10 Okay

Kristi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel does not have enough chair or lounge chairs next to the pool or on the beach. To get shade, we had to spend hours in the pool swimming under the pool bridges. There was next to no air conditioning in the restaurants and entertainment area. This made it uncomfortable to eat in the buffet
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Grand Esmeralda Team on Apr 28, 2024
Here's a suggested response to address these concerns:Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We apologize for the inconveniences you experienced regarding the availability of chairs and the air conditioning in our dining and entertainment areas. We strive to ensure all our guests have a comfortable and enjoyable experience, and your comments are crucial for us to improve these aspects. We are taking your observations into serious consideration as we continually work to enhance our facilities and services. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and provide a more pleasant experience.Bluebay Family

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's a decent resort. Good food, gym, landscape, pool area, a lot of activities at the pool. My room was connected to the room next to me and i could hear everything coming from that room. The beach was nice but ocean was full of sea weed. I had to walk for about 5-10min to the beach next to our resort with way nicer ocean. Not a big deal but inconvenient. Also the transportation from the airport to the resort and back costs $160.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Grand Esmeralda Team on Apr 28, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Bluebay Grand Esmeralda. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our food, gym, and pool activities. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the noise and the seaweed at the beach. We continuously strive to improve our guest experience, and your feedback is invaluable in this process. Regarding transportation, we aim to provide convenient options while ensuring safety and comfort. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.Bluebay Family

10/10 Excellent

aaron lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ll be back
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on Apr 26, 2024
Dear Aaron Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a positive rating. We're delighted to hear that your stay at our hotel met your expectations.If, at any point, you'd like to share more details about your experience or if there's anything specific you'd like to highlight, we're always open to receiving additional feedback to help us continuously improve and maintain the quality of our services.We look forward to welcoming you again in the future, and wish you a wonderful day.Best regards,

10/10 Excellent

jeanette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Transportation to get around the resort , food options. I didn’t like waiting/calling for 4 days requesting for a simple hair dryer and the staff working in the souvenir shop are rude and incompetent.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on Apr 26, 2024
Dear Jeanette,Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We appreciate your comments regarding the transportation around the resort and the food options. We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced in obtaining a hair dryer and for any issues with the staff in the souvenir shop. Your feedback is valuable, and we will use it to improve our services. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and provide you with a more enjoyable experience.Best regards,

6/10 Okay

Alger

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Bluebay Grand Esmeralda Team on Apr 28, 2024
Thank you for sharing your rating of your experience at Bluebay Grand Esmeralda. We value your feedback and apologize for any aspects of your stay that did not meet your expectations. We are continuously striving to improve and provide the best possible experience for our guests. If there are any specific areas where you feel we could have done better, please let us know so that we can address them accordingly. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with a more enjoyable stay.Warm regards,Bluebay Family

8/10 Good

william scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
needs updating
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on Apr 25, 2024
Dear William Scott, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We appreciate your comments regarding the need for updates at our hotel.We constantly strive to improve our facilities and amenities to ensure that our guests have the best possible experience. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we will certainly take it into consideration as we continue to make enhancements.We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with an updated and enjoyable stay.Warm regards,

2/10 Terrible

Oladapo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were too rigid I asked for extension they said the whole rooms occupied despite spending 5dys already I asked for an hour or two hours late checkout so I can look for another resort still they declined I think they did all these because we are black ….
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Bluebay Family on Apr 22, 2024
Hello,We greatly appreciate your feedback. We're very sorry that you had inconvenience with your room change. These changes are always subject to availability, as well as late checkouts, since there are other scheduled reservations to consider, and time must be allowed for departure, cleaning, and the arrival of the new guest.We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and improve your experience in all aspects!- BlueBay Team