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My family and I stayed at Hacienda Encantada again this summer after experiencing amazing service and a beautiful resort two years ago. However, this time there was a noticeable decline in service quality and management. When we arrived to check in, we expected some sort of upgrade for being Expedia Gold members, just as we received two years ago. Despite our status, we were only given a room one floor higher and were told that was our upgrade. However, the rest of our family, who are not Gold members, were placed on the same floor as us. So what exactly was the upgrade? As the days went by, we noticed the lack of staff around the resort. During our previous stay, bellboys were always driving around in carts, ready to transport guests. That wasn't the case this time. Instead, we constantly had to call the bellboy line, which was difficult because of the poor phone quality, and then wait over 10 minutes for transportation. One memorable example occurred when we were waiting for a cart to take us to a dinner reservation. We waited over 20 minutes and eventually had to walk. Along the way, we saw five vacant carts parked in the lobby area with no one available to operate them. Concierge was no help during these situations. I do not think I will be returning to this resort, as I expected the same quality service we received two years ago. To end on a positive note, this resort is very beautiful, the views are amazing, and the food quality was great.

This resort could be an absolute gem! The staff has my greatest appreciation for their tireless efforts. They work really hard and I’m sure they’re underpaid. The ocean views is simply outstanding. Keep in mind this is a no swim beach, otherwise enjoy the sights and sounds of the beautiful ocean. The buffet food was okay. Don’t come expecting a dazzling buffet, it’s accommodating! The other restaurants offer a bit better variety. The pools were crystal clear, however the outside showers, there are 4 of them and only 1 functioned. Activities honestly they are lacking. A lot of that may have been a language barrier but a professional planner is very much needed to get the people active and involved. There can be no bad day in this area whatsoever! My oh no moment can when our phone in the room didn’t work. So scheduling anything from the comfort of the room was out. Room service out, spa schedule out, any amenity that I paid for out. Next the valances in the ad photos were not in our room. The rods were but no valances. The furniture was outdated and the materials were grossly fades. Our dining table legs were fractured to the point we were afraid to use it. Who do you call, we couldn’t! Why did we stay, it was booked months in advance and paid for. The resort offers some value, just don’t buy into the ad photos, they’re extremely enhanced.

You get a beautiful view from almost all locations. The staff were super friendly and accommodating. I didn't eat at all of the restaurants but the pizza at Il Forno was good. As were the drinks! I would have liked to see a few Mexican options on the menu, but, I could have ventured around the property to a different restaurant if it was really an issue. It was low season, but they seemed fully staffed and everything was open. The only comment I have is that I waited over an hour for help with my luggage on check out, despite making several calls. I had given myself plenty of time for the airport, but that could have been an issue for someone on a tighter schedule.

This resort is amazing that celebrates the beauty of Mexico. The hospitality is 5 stars and an amazing ocean views from every restaurant. I

Quiet and relaxing!