My wife and I are going to the Eldorado resort in mid July 2003. We usually stay at a five star. But we chose this place because of the reef, privacy and lack of crowds it seemed to offer. Some of the comments on the message boards are pretty negetive. Has anyone stayed there recently. Hope there is at least some night life and nice bars.

We just returned June 16th.I've read some of the negative reviews,but it's only as fun as you make it.We had a fantastic time!If you enjoy snorkeling,this is the place!We also went to Xel-Ha,but it didn't compare.

As far as the nightlife goes,we had a good time at the resort just hanging out at the swing bar.NOBODY was at the discotec.I suggest you talk to the entertainment staff (Yvonne,Chavo,Luis&Paco).They'll show you a good time!We went to the 'Mambo Cafe' in Playa.It was awesome!They'll let you know about the night trips.It usually costs around $30,AND INCLUDES TRANSPORTATION&OPEN BAR.By far,it was the entertainment staff that made the trip (& the resort)-tell 'em I said so.

Every afternoon,they play 'tequilla volleyball'.That was the highlite of our day.Fortunately,we were there with a fun group of people-hope you are too.I could go on and on,but basically,the service is fantastic,the food is so-so,the reef is amazing,and the rooms leave a bit to be desired-but how much time do you spend in there anyway?--Almost forgot about the peacocks.We had an incredibly noisy male perched on our balcony for seven nights (though,if we weren't feeding him so well,he might have left).

Feel free to email me if you'd like to know more.

chrissybender@yahoo.com