My boyfriend and i stayed for a week at LTI. I did do research on the resort, read some reviews. Found them very helpful. Getting picked up from the airport was probably the most confusing thing i've ever gone thru. Just find whoever your travel agent set you up w/and pass others by. There were so many different "taxi services". Very pushy and try to just grab your luggage. After about 1rh 1/2 ride, we got to the resort. It was beautiful. Room was all we needed. Very clean .Was a small problem w/the a/c. Found out that the sliding door wasn't closed completely, so a/c won't work w/door open. Make sure to bring your own soap/shampoo. Housekeeping does a great job. Doesn't hurt to leave a few bucks each day. All staff very friendly. Was glad that my boyfriend speaks spainish, so easier to communicate w/those who's English isn't very good. Food was ok, nothing spectacular. Beach is unbelieveable! Lots of Europeans that like to sunbathe topless. Didn't bother me, less tan lines! No problem finding spots at either the beach/pools. The nightly entertainment was ok. It's no Broadway. But we did have a beach party w/local band. Very good time. Also, there was a club. Found it very strange to see some children were allowed inside. Lots of activites, just make sure that you go thru a company that your using for transportation from/to airport. They will set up a time to go thru the options w/you. I've learned to bring a hat of any kind a high spf sublock. no matter how tan you may be, you will burn! lol! All in all, great time. If your looking for super luxury, wrong place. Just relax and enjoy the beauty.

My husband, me ,and our 4 teenagers stayed for a week.
The rooms smelled musty, not overpowering though. The staff was very nice, helpful and appreciated a few $$. The food, UGH, we couldn't wait to have McDonalds. Not enough restaurants and none with AC. It was hard to eat dripping with sweat. We called ahead and were told that long pants for men were not required, but they were when we got there. We did get into the restaurant with a few bribes. Everything was mediocre but the beach/water was fabulous. Small disco where the teens met some friends. We have been to other DR resorts that were much better. We didn't have a bad time but wouldn't go back.

I've read the critical reviews and couldn't disagree more. First, if you check the prices on other Punta Cana all inclusives you'll see that this resort is a genuine bargain. True, the rooms are somewhat dated but charming (and clean) nevertheless. Bug free too. The staff is very helpful and friendly (& grateful for the smallest tip), the food is varied & delicious, the shows amusing and, hey, the bars (free drinks) are open around the clock. The pools are some of the best I've ever seen. The beach has to be experienced to be believed. Probably one of the best in the Caribbean! One word of caution. If you hate topless European women stay away! I can understand the complaints about plumbing and electrical problems but this is the Dominican Republic (as in third world country, duh) . If you can't handle it go to the Jersey Shore next time! Please note that as of November '08 LTI will be changing its name to VIK Hotel Arena Blanca. Have fun and don't complain about a good thing!

Well we really dont have many nice things to say about this hotel,except the beach was amazing!First off,this hotel is more like a 2 star,not a 4 star,are room was ready when we got there,that was nice,but as soon as we got in are room we found are tolet over flow,we booked a king room,with a stocked fridge,and a balcony not a garden view,well we didnt have anything in the fridge,it was turned off,we had two double beds,and we were on the ground floor.We called front desk,about the toliet,they showed the next day,that wasnt so hot!but someone did come three times that day,because they never fixed it.And when it did work it was only temperary,this is funny one morning we had are own pool in the washroom!well needless to say we used the lobby washroom.The food,well...salty..like crazy,selections..they had them if you like food with your salt.On day three of are seven day stay both my husband and myself spent the rest of are trip in the washroom and in bed,and we were not the only visiters who got sick.The food is not well protected from insects and not changed often at all,buffet starts at 6 and ends at 10...so the food is out all that time in the heat and buggs!..we have been to the Dominicain three times,and this hotel was horrid! staff was not to bad,but not very helpful,kids loved the hotdogs!!!!oh and we didnt not drink the water even bottled water for brushing are teeth!we strongly recommend if you do go here bring your own food!