My family has owned a timeshare at the Playa Linda for the past several years. We originally had a two bedroom unit which was ok but...
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My family has owned a timeshare at the Playa Linda for the past several years. We originally had a two bedroom unit which was ok but seemed to always smell of sewage in one bathroom. In general, it was well-kept but had dated finishes and only had access to a shared laundry area used by the entire floor. I can't say whether they have updated those units or not, because we upgraded to the new penthouse unit a couple years ago since we always go with a big group. The rest of the review speaks only to the penthouse unit which is AMAZING. All the finishes are new and nothing smells like sewage. There's an in-suite laundry room and the most fantastic view from the private patio. The resort overall has an average pool area; it has gotten much better with the recent renovation. But the beach is where you want to go at the Playa Linda. The chickee huts are very quiet, the beach is immaculate (the best on the beach I'd say), and the service is so friendly. We go back annually and the staff remember us and we remember them and it's wonderful. You don't have to fight for a chickee like you do at other resorts and it's generally more of a relaxing vibe than some of the others. Can we talk about the food? Azzuro is our absolute favorite place to go on the island and has amazing views of the sunset. But then there's Scott's Brats on the beach; we talk about it all year until we can go back and get their breakfast sandwiches and hot Italian beef sandwiches for lunch. So delicious! If that's not your style, there's a Dunkin Donuts on the beach for morning coffees, bagels, and donuts. Location can't be beat; it's across the street from the mall which has shops, bars, a cinema, etc... and is only a short taxi ride from the airport. We also own a timeshare at the Marriott Surf Club and our family is generally split between who likes which resort better. Marriott has a better pool area, much nicer gym area, newer rooms generally, and in-suite washer and dryer. But Playa Linda has a much better beach, is more quiet generally, and has better food options on-site. Locations are pretty similar but Playa Linda has a slight edge just because it is at the center of all the retail. It really comes down to whether you prefer the beach or the pool. Can't go wrong with either though.