Before having the privilege of visiting the fine beach side resort, Breezes Puerta Plata, I, like yourself, read through numerous reviews in hopes of getting an idea of the experience ahead. I found there were many good reviews but unfortunately also many reviews which were filled with complaints, moans and growls about everything from the rooms, the service to the chairs. It seems we live in a world where people don't hesitate when it comes to complaining but seem too busy when it comes to praise. I am writing here today, only to compliment Breezes Puerta Plata and the amazing experience my family and I had on our visit. We were greeted by kind, friendly staff from day one and continued to receive great service throughout our stay. Our room was of the lowest price range, but you wouldn’t know it, as we were located centrally between the pool and beach (as well as beach bar), with a lovely balcony over looking the resort. Our room was kept clean, well stocked with soda and water, clean towels, as well as a feeling of completly safety and security. I wont go into great detail because in all honesty, we had no complaints. The food was great, lots to choice from, same goes for drinks. So many activities to participate in, if you so choose. Free shuttles into the lovely neighboring towns. Gorgeous, huge pool, kept very clean. Lovely little beach, very private, unlike many other resorts. Lots of bars all over the resort. Food available 24/7. The whole resort was flourishing with palm trees, flowers and other native Dominican plants. We were lucky enough to have amazing weather for our entire stay but unfortunately that wont always be the case so please, if the weather inst exactly as you hoped, remember, there is no one to blame, so just grab your drink, scoot around a roof and enjoy the sound and the warmth of the beautiful tropical rain. In case you think we are one of the rare families that had such an amazing experience, let me tell you that in our entire stay we did not come across one other person that was not having a good time. If you do choose to go there (and I think you should!!!) and do have complaints, please take the time to think, “Am I just being a spoiled, snotty Westerner?” or do you in fact have a genuine complaint to make. In conclusion, it is an amazing resort, great staff, great time. Enjoy your stay!! I am sure you will!!!!!