Resembling a seaside village with villas dotting the steep slope, this resort includes five restaurants, a children's club, nightly entertainment, swim-up bars, and an underground disco. Sun Village Beach Resort, located on Cofresi Beach in the Dominican Republic. Sun Village offers accommodations with fully furnished outdoor terraces. Attractive two and three story buildings – with ocean views, poolside or among lush tropical grounds - featuring spacious Standard Rooms, Deluxe Rooms and One and Two Bedroom Suites, and Three and Four Bedroom Luxury Villas. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Dominican_Republic/sunvillagebeachresort/hotel/855/22/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:31:37 EST This Sun Village Resort and Spa offers 346 guestrooms. Rooms are arrayed in two- and three-story villas that are set among gardens, paths, and steep stairways, and all rooms have terraces with views of the ocean, pool, or garden. Decor is Mediterranean-style, with green-and-gold color schemes, wood and rattan furnishings, and red-tile floors. The resort purifies water but recommends drinking complimentary bottled water, which is provided. Rooms are offered in either the European Plan (accommodations only) or the All-Inclusive Plan, depending on room category booked. Awe-inspiring oceanviews welcome you to the luxurious Sun Village Beach Resort in the Dominican Republic. This magnificent, world-class vacation paradise charms guests with classic Caribbean elegance. Enjoy our spectacular three-tier swimming pool with cascading waterfalls, Roman tubs, children's pool area, an adults-only pool terrace and swim-up Grotto Bar. A wonderful display of lights within the depths of the pool will delight you during warm Caribbean nights. Your comfort and pleasure is insured with luxuriously spacious accommodations and furnished terraces. Indulge in sophisticated, international cuisine in one of four à la carte restaurants. Enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean at the upscale Ovando restaurant featuring panoramic views, a Chef's Table in the private dining room, an extensive wine cellar and wine bar. Venture to the Orchid Thai restaurant featuring authentic Thai artifacts and ambiance while enjoying the delicacies of Thailand. Enjoy an evening cocktail and fellowship at the elegant Lobby Bar after a day spent at the North Coast's most beautiful beach or on an exciting adventure excursion. The choice of dining facilities is seemingly endless and sure to please any palette. Sun Village Beach Resort, located on Cofresi Beach, has it all - from action-filled days in the sun to intimate evenings under the stars. Upgrade your expectations for unparalleled quality and service by choosing an EMI Resorts vacation destination. Facilities At the Sun Village Beach Resort, we specialize in conferences, incentive travel, product launches, conventions and groups. Whether you are planning a private management retreat, distributor meeting, corporate function or incentive meeting - all business, all pleasure or a combination of both - we are your destination of choice. EMI Resorts boasts incredible layouts and unique features to complement the objectives of your company or group. What to expect: Dazzlingly pink and white between green tropical mountains and the turquoise-and-blue Atlantic Ocean, the resort resembles a contemporary seaside village. Terraces built into the mountainside down to the sea naturally separate activities from tranquil havens. Amenity highlights: From the mountaintop down to a long beach on a large bay, seven pools on various levels offer swim-up bars (one in a cool grotto), cool-water spas, a 12-foot water slide, adults-only peace-and-quiet, and family activities. Between the oceanfront pool complex and the beach, an expansive sand terrace provides sun, shade, hammocks, a volleyball court, and ample room for enjoying the tropical sun. The 346-room Sun Village Resort and Spa All Inclusive welcomes guests into a marble lobby under a massive wood dome. Lodging buildings are scattered on the natural contours of a steep mountainside that features numerous stairways and steep paths. Facilities include an air-conditioned children's club, a theater where nightly shows are presented, and an underground disco called Opus. Massages are also availble. Airy open rooms furnished in a relaxed plantation style, stone pathways that wind lazily through lush tropical gardens to the beach, the Oasis Spa overlooking a cascading waterfall…Sun Village Resort and Spa has a range of different styles of accommodation designed to suit every desire and exceed your every expectation. Whether you're happy with the laid-back comforts of one of our sunny superior rooms or long for the high-end seclusion of a luxury villa, we have what you're looking for. Sun Village Resort and Spa's Extraordinary All-Inclusive Programs include: * 24-hour food and beverage service * Choice of spacious: standard and deluxe rooms; one and two bedroom suites; three and four bedroom luxury villas * Eight bars (two swim-up style) * Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks * Wine with dinner * Domestic and select international drinks and beverages (alcoholic) * Night club/disco - admission and drinks * Lounge chairs available at the beach and pools * Towels available at the Dolphin Pool * Nightly live entertainment * Theme night dinner parties * Seven swimming pools, featuring: three tiered pools with two swim-up bars,waterfalls, Roman Tubs, and an adults-only terrace * Children's pool areas * Daily activities schedule * Daily children's program, ages 4 - 12 (9am to 6pm) * Children's club house and mini disco activity * Poolside entertainment - bocce ball court, billiards, ping pong and more… * Non-motorized water sports, windsurfing, kayaking, floats, snorkeling and more… * Introductory scuba lessons - in one of our pools * Lighted, on-site tennis facilities * Horseback riding (1/2 Hour Intro.) * Beach and pool volleyball Bicycles * Conference and banquet facilities EMI concierge-host services Additional Services and Amenities available at an extra cost include: * Motorized water sports * Child care and nanny services * Massage services/beauty salon * Activities desk * Round trip airport transfers * Gifts, jewelry and sundries available in our charming shopping boutiques * Business center with photocopy, fax, telephone and internet access, as well as a photo-developing service * Audiovisual equipment * Dry cleaning and laundry facilities * Doctor on call * Gift certificates * Private EMI concierge-host service ACTIVITIES: At Sun Village Beach Resort, there is always something to do. Our staff is highly trained and incredibly energetic - you are sure to love them. These roving ambassadors are constantly supplying the perfect platform for fun. Our entertainment team is always ready to insure you have an enjoyable stay. From hosting Las Vegas style shows to bonfires on the beach, dance lessons by the pool or in the disco to aerobics in the water or on land. For those seeking tranquility, there is Yoga and Tai Chi in the Asian Garden at sunrise and sunset. There is something for everyone at Sun Village Beach Resort. Cafe Sonora - With seating in the dining-center plaza, this dinner-only à la carte restaurant serves Mexican fare. Reservations required. Thai Orchid - Also located in the dining center, this Thai restaurant provides terrace seating with sweeping sea views. Serving an à la carte menu for dinner, the restaurant requires reservations. Coconuts - Adjacent to the beach, this casual spot features à la carte Caribbean food in the evening. Reservations required. Type: Resort No. of Rooms: 346 Diving: Dive Resort/Dive Operator Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Dominican_Republic/sunvillagebeachresort/hotel/855/22/ Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:31:37 EST