Stayed with my mother and brother the first week of May. Looking for an upscale, classy, quiet resort.

Rather than going into a long story, I will provide highlights.

Pros:

Beautiful Property, all the pictures you've seen are not exaggerated.

Transfer from airport was delightful. Had to laugh at all the suckers cramming themselves into non-airconditioned busses and heading to sub-par resorts. (you get what you pay for)

Nice check in, with sugarcane sparkling wine. Note: the house "Champagne" is a nice sparkling blanc de blanc from France bottled for Royal. Don't let the plastic cork fool you.

Service is superb. Staff is genuinely friendly unlike what you get on other islands/resorts where they seem fake. Please note, the servers do not get paid. They work on tips ONLY.

Rooms are excellent, fluffy robes/slippers, full bar, etc.

Royal Plan is a MUST! (unless you don't eat or drink liquids). NO hidden fees.

Beautiful beach. If you want privacy, go to the east beach where the water sports are, you will practically have it to yourselves.

Spa is incredible, one of the best.

Excellent entertainment. Very classy and non intrusive. They won't make you get up and dance like they do elsewhere.

Cons:

The food is terrible. You will not starve because it certainly is edible, however it was shocking to witness at every meal. The presentation is very nice, but nothing tasted good. Ranges from bad to okay.

C-Bar does not exist. I was told reservations were required for the C-Bar so I made one for 7:30 prior to our dinner. We arrived and I informed the Maitre'd of my booking, to which he responded, "What is the C- Bar?" I figured I didn't hear him correctly because there was a sign above his head siting the C-Bar and all it's awards and accolades. After much confusion, we were seated at a small bar in the dining room of Le Papillion and handed C-Bar menus. After about 30 seconds of looking at the menu which boasted three types of the finest caviar, as well as incredible Champagnes, we were told that, "We do not have any caviar" okay...nevermind then.

Incredible resort overall. I have been completely ruined by the Royal Plantation and cannot see myself going anywhere else. If they could only get a chef in there that knows what he's doing, it would be flawless!!

What a wonderful week. I would definately stay there again. there were a few bumps along the way but the staff more than made up for it. To begin there was no car for us at the airport and we had to share a car with another couple. It was fine. We booked the deluxce oceanfront room. When we saw it we were not too pleased. It seemed a bit dated and the shower did not have a shower head. We asked if we could upgrade and much to our surprise they upgeade us to the govenor general's suite which was available...for free, It was amazing. The seervice was uncomplarable. They went above and beyond all the time. We did not do the meal plan and I think we actually saved money that way. The tours and the cab company they used were also great. We never had to find a cab for the return ride....the driveer always waited for us. I had a spa treament and it was one of the best massages I ever had. The food was good at all the restaurants. This resort was great for a relaxing vacation. We met alot of great couples and looked forward to nightly drinks and talks on the porch. It was great fun.
I would highly recommend this resort. If you find there is something you are not happy with and you let them know in a pleasant way they really go above and beyond to make sure your stay is perfect. I loved it and I hope to return again one day!
Trumaine and Marcia were extra special!

The private ride to the hotel is really appreciated after the journey. Check in is a breeze, and the service is wonderful. Our room was a luxury suite on the corner and it was very nice, plenty of room and a stocked bar with top shelf liquor. Our bed was very comfortable. We did miss a balcony, but that was a minor inconvenience. It's very relaxing, they did have entertainment nightly, piano bar some nights and bands other nights on the terrace. I have to say again that the service is top notch, especially had fun with Murphy at the beach bar, but everyone was great. The beach service is excellent and the food was good. We've travelled extensively in the caribbean and like nice hotels and this is one we will return to. One other note, if you like golf, and we do, the course was very good. Had some challenging holes and was in very nice shape.

My fiance and I stayed here for a week from 4/5/08 to 4/12/08. Our experience here was great and plan on returning in the future. Our trip began with our own driver picking us up and taking us to the resort. He was great, very courteous, extremely knowledgable, and best of all he had chilled Red Stripe waiting for me:)
We stayed in a great suite, #302 overlooking the water on the third floor. If you go all inclusive which we did, learn your room number fast because that's how everyone first gets to know you and how they know whether to charge you or not. The staff is second to none. These guys will go out of there way to insure you leave with the best service and experience possible.
I was a little aprehensive at first with the Restaurants but was blown off my feet by the variety. Be sure to look out for a BBQ that is done on Monday's I believe. Everything from shrimp, steak, lobster, to a dessert room that rivaled nothing I've seen before.
The water sports were another great feature of the resort. My fiance and I didn't really want to learn how to navigate a hobbycat so we had Dwight take us out for a nice long sail. There are no times that I know of for snorkeling. When you want to go, you go. Dwight took us out snorkeling by our selves and for a great boat ride to see some of the coast. These guys will make sure you have a good time, period.
Overall our experience was great. I can't wait to get back to this place for some more serious relaxation. I'm assuming management or employees read these from time to time so from Brian and Emily, thank you very much for a great vacation. See you guys soon:)