The Marlin at Taino Beach Resort

The pool is the jewel of this property as well as the clean white sand beach which they rake every morning. I was able to check in early, which I really appreciated, and book several excursions right at the property.

Staff was [horrible. Location was nice. Not cleaning the room for duration of one's stay until they leave it crazy.

Staff were friendly, the grounds were beautiful and we loved the lazy river. The room had everything we needed and housekeeping was awesome. Valentine took very good care of us (you are the man! Thanks.) The ferry and grocery shuttle were very well priced and we used the ferry frequently.Our first 2 weeks were great. On the last week the spring breakers started to arrive and that wasn't so great ; loud cussing, doors slamming/ yelling between midnight and 3am. If you're there with kids and don't want them exposed to thong bikini's (whether girls looked good in them or not) or are an older couple just looking to relax I would avoid the last 3 weeks of March and first 2 weeks of April.

I visited this resort on an excursion and LOVED the pool area. Fun water slide, grotto bar, sun lounge in the pool, lazy river, friendly people. My husband & I stayed at the resort (Marlin timeshare) and although we had a great time, there are several things they could do better. Because it was a slow time at the resort, many activities and hours were not kept. My husband was really excited for the Thursday night bonfire that did not occur. This is nearly free for the resort and would have brought the guest out to enjoy. They did have the scheduled Sunday night bonfire (advertised as Thursday & Sunday nights) but we were on a flight home:( They listed activities (also on a chalkboard) that did not occur and had activities that were not listed. If guests want to participate they need to know what's planned. My husband & I joined an unannounced poolside bingo game and really enjoyed it. The gift shop across the street (Flamingo hotel) was supposed to open at 8am per the room info card but did not open until noon while we were there. Generally not an issue but this was the only place on property to get water, soft drinks, and snacks besides the bar or restaurant. Offering water and/or coffee in the lobby before/after these hours would have been really nice. There are no vending machines to get a beverage if the hotel areas aren't open. We had some great meals at the resort restaurant but that seems to depend on the staff for that meal.

BUT... Beds and restuarant need improvements. Bring cash as they don't charge to your room. I was here during their "off season" and if you like nothing but R&R you'll be fine otherwise you are going to be bored senseless.

No room service and no housekeeping. Not fun to clean your room when you are on vacation. The cost was a bit high plus the government tax they hit you with when you check in is very high. No would not stay there again.

Vi bodde i ett familjerum högst upp på the Marlin med utsikt över poolen. Rummet var toppen och hela hotellet var fint. Ett litet minus var att man måste ha med sig mycket cash, går inte att betala med kort under 20 USD. Närmaste bankomat är väldigt långt bort om man inte har bil. Restaurangen var helt OK, lite trist att det inte finns fler i närheten. Vi rekommenderar hotellet varmt!

This location has an amazing pristine beach ......great pool for kids and adults alike . Very quite even with the kids around.

I paid for a one-bedroom condo for myself, husband and two minor children (ages 11 and 12). When I arrived instead we were given two studio condos that were separated. That meant that Either my husband and I had to stay separately or have two minor children sleep unsupervised. As we paid alot of money to be a family, one family member slept on the tile floor, one slept on the couch and two in bed. Each day we asked for our one-bedroom condo which we finally received on day 5 of our 7 day trip. The resort has refused to provide a refund or any voucher. I cannot recommend this resort since they will not honor the reservation nor provide any refund or voucher.

Checked in at 11 PM. We couldn't even get a drink. There are no soft drink machines. Had to wait until the next day to walk across the street to the sister hotel to get some drinks and snacks. To our surprise that store was closed on Sunday. Everyone was very friendly. Restaurant doesn't open until 8 AM. We had to be somewhere at 8:30. That was problematic. OK place, just be prepared to fend for yourself a bit.