I’m not going to mention the name of the hotel until I get home, but let me tell you – this trip to Puerto Rico has completely CHANGED my perception of travel.
We (without knowing) opted for a very small hotel. I am SO USED to going to brands that have thousands of room on property which means everything is typically busy. The pool is always packed. Restaurants need reservations. Staff is pre-occupied. Never second guessed it because I knew no other way.
I’m not in a boutique hotel by any means – but it is VERY SCALED DOWN. Just about 100 rooms in total, but the pool is as large as your typical chain and yesterday afternoon we had it all to ourselves.
I would say in total – MAYBE 25 people were there with us. But do you understand what I am saying – that is spread out against a HUGE SPACE. It was unbelievable!!! I kept looking around thinking, “MAN I’ve been vacationing ALL WRONG all these years!”
When you go away, do you have criteria for your hotel? I never did. I just made sure I trusted the name. Moving forward I will be looking into a few other things INDEED.
Patty
Monday 11th of April 2011
Interesting perspective on the hotel! I always go with the big name...overcrowded one! Can't wait for the details! :)
Lisa
Sunday 10th of April 2011
You're in my island. Oh I wish I could be there. I so need another vacay in PR. Have fun!
marianne
Saturday 9th of April 2011
Glad u had fun!
Kyle
Saturday 9th of April 2011
The only downside to smaller hotels is that they normally don't have good point programs. I always struggle with that because I prefer boutique hotels when we travel, but at the same time, I like earning points and then getting free stuff. Duh. Who doesn't?!
Sounds like you are having a great, and very well-deserved vacation! Enjoy the rest of your relaxation time!
Maria
Saturday 9th of April 2011
When I go somewhere tropical, I like to go to small hotels - where you feel like you have the island all to yourself - like you own it. Luv that feeling!