Garden Suites by Melia

We have been to 8-9 all-inclusive resorts. ZEL, with the exception of some of the food services, is one of the best. I also understand that no one can expect "gourmet" quality foods at a property of this size. I do want to comment on bartender Miguel in VOLTAJE bar. He was very friendly and personable, along with being great behind the bar. He put together some of the best Old Fashioneds and Manhattans that I've ever had. My wife had his Cinnamon Margaritta every night and said it was the best!

Danielle and Frederic were very attentive servers at several of the restaurants. So kind of and friendly and lots of fun. Remembered our orders so well! Thank you for everything! We look forward to seeing them again at a future visit. Zel overall was beyond lovely. So intimate and luxurious.

Rainieri, Amauri, Rudi were absolutely wonderful A great late afternoon at Tacorini It was a lovely arrival day for my wife and I Tacorini let us in although it was close to closing time. It was much appreciated from a tired couple who just traveled From a cold. We York

Very relaxing resort. Not quite fully opened when we were there early January but everyone was working hard. Staff were very friendly. Decor was new and attractive. A la cart restaurants were fine and the buffet was excellent at breakfast and there were some choice selections for lunch and dinner such as lobster, Iberian ham, smoked salmon etc. Food should be kept warmer for safety, but there was always a cook to order section. Some better liquor was only available for extra charge. Rooms were large and newly renovated. Grounds are beautifully taken care of. Pool has a swim up bar. Entertainment is minimal, DJ and a live band every night. There were daytime craft classes as well. It’s best suited for a relaxing holiday. Carts can take you to the private beach area where there was good food at the beach restaurant and bar service at the lounges. Not really enough shade but perhaps they will fix that. Overall a good start.

The rooms are excellent but the size of the hotel may have led to our overall experience. Lack of variety at the buffet in the evening and at times leftovers. Beach area is small but plenty of space. Beach seaweed was not cleaned everyday.