Fodor's Expert Review Wyndham Reef Resort Grand Cayman
2221 Queens Hwy., KY1-1204, Cayman Islands
Casual elegance prevails throughout this exceedingly well-run time-share property, which straddles a 600-foot beach on less hectic East End. Each villa has a roomy terrace facing the sea; two-bedroom units can be partitioned, but even the studio has Wi-Fi, microwave, and fridge. Every year brings improvements: advance online check-in, hurricane-guarantee policy, spa and gym, the only place offering power-assisted snorkeling on DPVs (dive propulsion vehicles), and daily car rentals. The resort is almost obsessively maintained. You always see a smiling staffer with a paintbrush or hedge clippers. This cordial and mellow yet efficient service is a major selling point, though there's often a subtle sales pitch for non-owners. Kids love when concierges conduct regular fish feedings at the dock and local artisans demonstrate techniques. The famous Barefoot Man performs his lighthearted country-calypso songs about Caribbean life at Tides on Thursday, luring lively locals.
PROS
- romantically remote
- all-inclusive packages and online discounts available
- enthusiastic staff (including a crackerjack wedding coordinator)
CONS
- remote
- few dining options nearby
- glorious beach but often a seaweed problem
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Rate Includes: No Meals