Bel Air Collection Resort & Spa (Formerly Playa del Sol Grand)

If you want a quiet place to stay then this is it except for some of the entertainment around the pool during the day but you can escape this by staying on the beach. Love the infinity pool that looks like it blends into the ocean....got a great pic of this with horseback riders on the beach. The only drawback as a timeshare owner was if you wanted a meal you had to purchase with your credit card while others staying there were under the all inclusive. that really bugged me as I paid more to stay there and couldn't get a meal, not even breakfast. Alternatively, we had to go to MEGA store for groceries and go into PV or Bucerias for a good meal. I loved the beach and swimming in the ocean every day and the pool was very nice. I don't like how some greedy people try to reserve lounge chairs with their towels. I asked staff and they said "no" they are not suppose to do this and sit wherever you want. Overall I loved it there but all I need is sun and surf and I am happy!

Just returned from Playa del Sol Grnad this place was so overrated. There were ants in the kitchen that ruined our food it took four calls to housekeeping to have someone spray. Upon Checkin they gave us a room in building three which has a view of the hotel next doors air conditioning units. The staff was not friendly. Not looking to return to this property.

We Love staying at Playa Del Sol Grand! The pool is breathtaking - it looks as if it goes right into the ocean! The rooms have nice features that you don't get in a hotel. It's such a better value to stay here then to pay more for a hotel where you don't even have a kitchen.

The resort is big enough to have all the amenities....golf, Spa, Dining etc. but small enough that you still get friendly service.

The resort is quiet and secluded. It's out of the noise and bustle of PV and I love that. It's close enough for shopping when you want to go out to the city - but such a nice second 'Home" to come home to. As for noise - the construction is complete and the facility is beautiful.

We just stayed Dec 7-21, 2008. To let everyone know The RIU next door is now complete. ALL IS QUIET; NO JACK HAMMERS NOW AS YOU MAY READ BELOW.

The resort still has the best infinity pool in the area!!! People below are complaining about getting a pool chair. It is very easy. If someone does leave their towel in a chair/lounge to hold it, just ask security to move it and you can use the chair. There is a no-reserve policy on the chairs and it will be enforced if you mention it to security.

My Wife and I bought at this resort 3 years ago because we wanted a place that was not a MEGA RESORT. We go for relaxation not crowds. This resort fits the bill perfectly.

The Rooms are nicely appointed and the maids are wonderful.

The whole staff is energetic and fun! We have stayed here 3 times in 3 years and it is nice to see some of the same faces in the staff. In fact many have remembered our names from year to year.

We go in December and Love the weather. Not to hot or too cold.

I give this resort a GREAT review and will continue to go back in years to come.

My wife and I are in our mid 40's and seem to always meet new friends when we are down there.

The city is very safe and fun also.

We stayed at this resort in mid-February. I sent out a redweek wish and requested a 2 bedroom/2ba with an ocean view and a kitchen. There was another adult couple staying with us, therefore a 2 bedroom unite was needed. I had several replies and chose the owner offering their week at Playa Del Sol Grand. Although she could not offer a 2 bedroom, she sold me a one bedroom with a lock-off unit attached. She said she would request an ocean view. When we got there and checked in we were taken to the building where all the 1 bedroom lockoff units were, all of which faced the parking lot. Additionally, the bedroom lock-off faced a very LOUD construction site. There is a new resort being built right next door. We opened the window drapes and BOOM... there was a man with a jackhammer working away. We were told the construction noise begins at 7:30am sharp. Now, on vacation that is just not ok. We were looking to relax and sleep in and the construction noise was not going to allow that.

After voicing our dissatisfaction, we were shown a one bedroom unit with 1 bath which did have a partial ocean view. It did not face construction though. After all the heartache, we settled on the 1 bedroom unit. Half the week my husband and I slept on the hide-a-bed and the other half our friends slept on it. The mattress was thin and each metal bar could be felt. It was horrible.

Anyway, to sum it up... the experience we had was horrible. Yeah the pool was pretty if you can get a good spot in the sun. We just went to the beach everyday and didn't bother with the small pool. People put their towel down at 6am and didn't show up till 10am. The hot tub was COLD! The staff didn't do much to satisfy us as there were so many people complaining about their rooms facing the construction. The hotel should not have booked those rooms to be honest while construction is under way. If I was an actual owner I would be furious. So, we spent a large sum on a 2 bedroom unit, ended up with a one bedroom and some bad memories. Anyone staying in this resort should definitely be aware of the issues we went thru and witnessed others go thru as well. I am not usually a complainer, especially about vacation but after saving up vacation time, saving money and anticipating this trip, I was so let down. I will never stay at Playa Del Sol again.