Dominican Republic is an interesting, but so far only gaining popularity among tourists from Russia. Unfortunately, due to an expensive flight, she loses to more budgetary resort countries - Turkey and Thailand. But in vain, because the Dominican Republic boasts the whitest sandy beaches, warm sea and luxurious hotels. And history buffs will be interested to take a look at Santo Domingo - the former colonial capital and the oldest city in the Caribbean.
We will tell in this article about one of the most popular accommodation options in the Dominican Republic - the VIK Arena Blanca 4 hotel.
Hotel location
This beach complex is located in the heart of one of the most popular destinations in the Dominican Republic - the resort of Punta Cana. First of all, it is famous for its snow-white sandy coast and excellent ecology. This small town is surrounded by 3national parks, so the air here is good for he alth. Punta Cana will appeal to tourists who love a relaxing holiday. There are almost no nightclubs in the resort, but diving centers and restaurants specializing in seafood are located everywhere. It is not surprising that families with small children and newlyweds come here most often.
Complex VIK Hotel Arena Blanca 4is located right on the sandy coast on the first line of the sea. Its location will also appeal to shopping lovers. Just a 5-minute walk there is a large shopping center where you can buy not only food and souvenirs, but also clothes, shoes and jewelry. There is also a dive shop and several restaurants near the hotel. Punta Cana Airport, which receives flights from Russia, is 18 km from the hotel. Therefore, tourists will be able to get to it after arrival in just half an hour.
Basic hotel information
Punta Cana can hardly be called a budget holiday destination. The entire coast here is built up with luxurious five-star complexes. Among them, this hotel stands out noticeably, which is popular with tourists because it offers more budget accommodation.
It is worth noting that in fact two complexes are located on the same territory. Close to the four-star hotel is bordered by its five-star counterpart - VIK Hotel Cayena Beach. This is a small, exclusive beach resort where other guests are not allowed.
The VIK Arena Blanca 4 hotel (Dominican Republic, Punta Cana) was built in 2000. The total area of its entire territory is about 120 thousand m22. It has five three-story residential buildings, decorated in a tropical style. There are no elevators in them, but from the top floors there is an amazing world at sea. The hotel has 456 rooms in total. You can stay in them with small children. But staying with any animals in the hotel is prohibited. The local staff speaks English and Spanish. There are no Russian-speaking staff on the territory of the complex.
Description of rooms Vik Arena Blanca 4
All hotel rooms are located in three-story residential buildings. There are several categories of apartments to choose from. The most common among them are single rooms with an area of 30 m2. They can accommodate up to 3 tourists. They consist of a bathroom, a bedroom and an open balcony that overlooks either the tropical garden or the ocean.
Another popular category is also single rooms, but with a slightly larger area. They consist of a bedroom with a double bed and a sofa. There is also a bathroom and a balcony. Their area is 36.5 m2.
Family suites are recommended for families. They consist of two separate rooms connected by doors. 4 guests can live in them at once. They also have a bathroom and a balcony. Choose from 36 and 43 sqm suites2.
Additional room equipment
Because VIK Arena HotelBlanca 4(Dominican Republic, Punta Cana) is focused on inexpensive holidays, they cannot boast of a large area and rich equipment. But the standard set of amenities is still available here.
When checking into a room, tourists will find a plasma TV, a wired telephone, a hairdryer and a mini-bar. There is a ceiling fan on the wall. All these amenities are provided free of charge. Every day, maids bring drinking water to the guests during cleaning. Bed linen and towels are changed at least 3 times a week.
The air conditioning in the hotel is central. The guests themselves cannot change the cooling temperature - it is regulated by the staff of the complex. For a fee, an electronic safe is provided where you can leave your documents and money. Phone calls are free of charge only at the reception. The rest are subject to an additional charge. There is no wireless internet in the rooms.
Infrastructure and services
As a rule, tourists spend almost all their holidays on the territory of the complex. Therefore, the infrastructure of the VIK Arena Blanca 4hotel is well developed. Guests are offered:
- 24-hour reception where you can rent a car or exchange currency;
- jewelry shop, flower boutique and mini market;
- ATM in the hotel lobby;
- car parking;
- conference room;
- laundry;
- barbershop;
- gym.
Most of these infrastructure facilities provide their services for a separatefee. The administrator, at your request, can call a doctor in the room. There is also a wedding service on site. WiFi is only available in the lobby.
Catering service
The cost of living at the VIK Arena Blanca 4hotel in the Dominican Republic includes the All Inclusive food system. This means that all tourists during the rest can count on a full three meals a day, as well as snacks and drinks in between. Alcohol and desserts are also available to guests. Vegetarian and diet menus are available separately.
There are several catering establishments on site:
- Mexican, Italian and international restaurants;
- lounge bar;
- lobby bar;
- two bars on the beach;
- nightclub.
All restaurants have a dress code. Visitors in beachwear are not allowed. Tourists can dine in restaurants for free, the number of visits is not limited in any way.
Beach vacation at the hotel
The VIK Arena Blanca 4 hotel in the Dominican Republic has its own coastline stretching about 400 meters. It is completely sandy. All towels, sun loungers and sun umbrellas are provided free of charge to hotel guests. The beach has its own water entertainment center. Guests can go diving, snorkeling, or ride on non-motorized boats and catamarans.
Near the residential buildings there is an outdoor swimming pool with an area1900 m2. It is filled with fresh water, there are no water slides here. There is a sun deck by the pool with free sun loungers.
Other entertainment options
A large selection of leisure options is offered to its guests by the VIK Arena Blanca 4hotel. Entertainment here is focused on both active and quiet tourists. During the day there is an animation team that organizes sports events. In the evening they also hold an entertaining show in the amphitheater. Animators do not speak Russian.
The following pastime options are also offered for tourists:
- spa and wellness center;
- outdoor tennis courts;
- beach volleyball;
- horseback riding;
- chessboard and giant pieces;
- table football and tennis courts;
- darts and bocce equipment;
- daily aerobics, gymnastics and dance classes;
- active games by the pool.
Conditions for accommodation with small children
According to tourists, the VIK Arena Blanca 4complex in the Dominican Republic is a great option for families with children. Babies under one and a half years old are provided with a separate cradle free of charge. Upon request, the administrator will call a nanny for your child directly to the room. However, its services will not be included in the cost of living. Also the nannies only speak English.
OnThere is a mini-club on the territory of the hotel, where children from 4 to 12 years old are accepted. Toddlers can also swim in the separate shallow pool or play in the outdoor area with swings and sandpit.
Positive reviews of VIK Hotel Arena Blanca 4 in the Dominican Republic
If you are in doubt about choosing a hotel, then be sure to study the reviews of tourists. As a rule, the guests were satisfied with the rest in this resort complex. They are ready to recommend this place to their friends and relatives. Accordingly, such tourists leave mostly positive reviews.
What did the guests of VIK Arena Blanca 4 in the Dominican Republic like the most? In their opinion, this hotel has the following advantages:
- large and well-groomed area, planted with tropical plants and flowers, which are carefully monitored by gardeners;
- clean rooms with new renovation, in the living rooms there is no smell of humidity and insects;
- regular and thorough cleaning of the apartments, maids also replenish bath accessories every day and do not ask for a tip;
- a wide variety of food and drinks in the restaurant, there is always a lot of food on the tables, so it is quite difficult to stay hungry;
- well-groomed sandy beach, where there is no garbage, but all tourists have enough sunbeds and mattresses;
- the water in the sea is clean and warm, there are no jellyfish and sea urchins, and the sunset is even, so even children can swim safely here.
Negative Feedback
Unfortunately, tourists staying at this hotel do not always leave only positiveopinions. Sometimes you can see criticism in the reviews. As a rule, most tourists immediately indicate that the shortcomings seemed insignificant to them. And only a few of them say that due to the wrong choice of hotel, their vacation was ruined.
What tourists are advised to pay attention to before buying a ticket? In their opinion, the following disadvantages can spoil the impressions of the rest:
- administrators at the reception are slow and do not immediately settle tourists in their rooms;
- in some living rooms there are not enough light bulbs, while the staff, even after the request of the guests, is in no hurry to screw them in;
- not enough fruit in the restaurant, besides, they are quickly taken apart by other tourists;
- the hotel may lose power for several hours without warning;
- the animation team does not competently fulfill their duties, and tourists also complained that they are dismissive of Russian guests.
Thus, the service in VIK Arena Blanca 4 is worthy. Tourists do not regret that they chose this hotel for their vacation and would gladly return here again. In their reviews, guests note that the quality of service in the complex is not much inferior to first-class hotels located nearby. They would recommend it to travelers with young children, older couples and honeymooners.
