Holiday Inn Club Vacations The Royal Sands All Inclusive vs Similar Hotels

Facilities are dated and need a refresh.

Comfortable, spacious rooms.

Rooms were often mentioned as small and in need of renovation.

Rooms generally acceptable but there were reports of malfunctioning air conditioning, excessive humidity and mold in a bathroom, and some discomfort related to room infrastructure.

The place is really nice, clean and comfortable.

Very friendly staff, exceptionally clean hotel.

Some concerns about cleanliness and maintenance highlighted in guest reviews.

Multiple guests praised cleanliness and staff upkeep; isolated issues reported with bathroom mold and humidity in one room.

Location is unbeatable with ocean views from every room.

Amazing location near the beach.

The beach and location received positive comments from several guests.

Beachfront location and general setting appreciated, but several guests reported sargassum on the beach and limited beach bathing at times.

The staff were warm, friendly, and always willing to help.

The staff were very helpful and kind throughout multiple visits.

Staff were described as friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall experience.

Consistently praised staff: reception, waiters, entertainment team and maintenance called out as friendly and attentive, though a few reception/service lapses were noted during renovation.

Food options generally acceptable, but significant room for improvement.

Generally good quality but some food options rated average.

Food quality received mixed reviews; some items were satisfactory while others were disappointing.

Many guests complimented the food and drinks and highlighted good dining service, though a minority mentioned inconsistent quality (especially breakfast) and occasional shortages during renovation.

The facility had plenty of room for families, though activities were not well advertised.

Standard quality for this hotel tier.

Amenities such as the pool and beach were generally well-received.

Strong entertainment program and many amenity features praised; however pools and some facilities were small, crowded or affected/closed due to renovations during stays.

Food options on site were limited and not up to par.

Standard quality for this hotel tier.

Some guests felt the hotel was simple and lacked luxury for the price.

Mixed sentiment: some guests felt price was high for the size/limitations of the hotel and experienced reservation problems, while others felt offerings matched expectations.