05/2008 - Sea Breeze Hotel

[MisterPink]

I found another hotel option in Sosua. The owner is a young guy and really put a lot of work into renovation. It's 100% chica friendly and around the corner from Helados Bon, 2 minute walk to the New Garden.

http://hotelseabreezesosua.com/en/index.html


misterpink

[Beads]

Sounds like a great find. Someone needs to stay there and review the place.

[PapiQueRico]

If someone does stay there and likes both the place and the owner, it would be nice to help him clean up the English on his web site. A half hour out of your time would let him present much better.

[MegaSquirt]

Ok, I need translation for this as found on website--"Single room with cameras that ". :confused4: :confused4:
Could it be single room with TV, a plasma TV in all rooms?
I do love the location and the place looks modern. We need more pictures from inside. One other thing, I would rather pay in cash than putting it on cc.

[MyTio]

great find Pink how did you find this place:eek: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
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[El Tiburon]

I found another hotel option in Sosua. The owner is a young guy and really put a lot of work into renovation. It's 100% chica friendly and around the corner from Helados Bon, 2 minute walk to the New Garden.

http://hotelseabreezesosua.com/en/index.html


misterpink

you found it??????/ uncle step up...isnt this the hotel you asked about??

[MyTio]

you found it??????/ uncle step up...isnt this the hotel you asked about?? :eek: :rolleyes2: :rolleyes2: :rolleyes2: :think:

[papi_sosua]

Just this morning I checked into Hotel Seabreeze.

They are still in start'up mode but that place has great potential. All newly renovated clean rooms with wall mounted plasma TVs. The bright, well-lit rooms have either one ($40 per night) or two queen beds ($50 per night).

Room safes and refrigerators are still awaiting custom-clerarance and installation. Internet wi-fi should be up and running in two days. On-site pool (working), restaurant (coming soon), and work-out room (coming soon).

Chica-friendly with sedula, 24 h-security, great location.

I am one of the first customers, if not the first. The place is certainly operational if anyone needs a room TODAY.

[Choirboy]

Just this morning I checked into Hotel Seabreeze.

They are still in start'up mode but that place has great potential. All newly renovated clean rooms with wall mounted plasma TVs. The bright, well-lit rooms have either one ($40 per night) or two queen beds ($50 per night).

Room safes and refrigerators are still awaiting custom-clerarance and installation. Internet wi-fi should be up and running in two days. On-site pool (working), restaurant (coming soon), and work-out room (coming soon).

Chica-friendly with sedula, 24 h-security, great location.

I am one of the first customers, if not the first. The place is certainly operational if anyone needs a room TODAY.

Sounds great except for the lack of room safes (muy importante) and refrigerators. You didn't mention room size.

[PapiQueRico]

Just this morning I checked into Hotel Seabreeze.

They are still in start'up mode but that place has great potential. All newly renovated clean rooms with wall mounted plasma TVs. The bright, well-lit rooms have either one ($40 per night) or two queen beds ($50 per night).

Room safes and refrigerators are still awaiting custom-clerarance and installation. Internet wi-fi should be up and running in two days. On-site pool (working), restaurant (coming soon), and work-out room (coming soon).

Chica-friendly with sedula, 24 h-security, great location.

I am one of the first customers, if not the first. The place is certainly operational if anyone needs a room TODAY.


Are they multiple chic friendly?

[Donny Boy]

I checked the place out myself this over the weekend
Room safes are expected in october.
TV, is mounted to wall and brand new AC
He plans to put in a Gym and a money exchange 1 stop shoping
Bought some MamaJuana while I was there.

It is Chica Friendly, he was telling me how he stop a guest from coming in with an under age chica with her sisters ID.
Looks like the cops showed up 5 min after she did.

[MegaSquirt]

I checked the place out myself this over the weekend
Room safes are expected in october.
TV, is mounted to wall and brand new AC
He plans to put in a Gym and a money exchange 1 stop shoping
Bought some MamaJuana while I was there.

It is Chica Friendly, he was telling me how he stop a guest from coming in with an under age chica with her sisters ID.
Looks like the cops showed up 5 min after she did.

Thanks for the update, can you get us some pictures of the inside of the hotel?

[Donny Boy]

Sorry When I came across the Sea Breeze with my wingman I did not have my camera with me as usual :(

But here is the next best thing:

http://www.hotelseabreezesosua.com/en/index.html

He did mention a video menu and room service

[3somefan]

OK..Uncle226, Mr Pink, NJ_Hobby and myself all went over to check out the place. I brought along the camera this time and got some nice shots. He is charging $ 40 a night for the single rooms, and $ 55 a night for the doubles. One of the things I like about the owner is that he was a male travelor also, so he knows what we like in a place we stay. Plus, for all you are getting, you can't beat the $ 40 a night.

The place has a nice poll....

http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/imagehosting/663948502aaa61b6a.jpg

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[3somefan]

The rooms all have air conditioning. With the units inside and the biggger units outside.

http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/imagehosting/663948502ac917d04.jpg

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[3somefan]

The guys went and spent the money on the biggest generator in Sosua or the North Coast for that matter!! It is in it's own sound proofed building. He even thought of the ground vibrations coming from it and put a extra slab of concrete in the room to stop that. The generator can run for 2 1/2 days straight if need be!!!

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[3somefan]

The rooms were nice. All of them have cable tv with like 110 channels. The tvs are flat screens!! He has hot water heater that are solar powered and are located on the roofs. Lots of hot water.

More shots in the rooms...

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[3somefan]

There is wifi. There is a room where he will have exercise equipment (He was just waiting for it to get unloaded from the containers down in Puerto Plata). There is also a room where there will be a 24 hour bar. That area will have a tv and pool table. The office will have all of the up to date ammenities.

Here are some shots.

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[3somefan]

Some other shots of the place! 24 hour security too. Area to park motoconchos and cars inside the security gate!

http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/imagehosting/663948502c5def672.jpg

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[3somefan]

Business Card.

http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/imagehosting/663948532982a6278.jpg

[Tony Badabing]

Good work threesome I like that quick responce and pic's to boot...http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/images/posticons/thumbup.gif

[Ingus_Khan]

Strong work 3some. Tell me I don't have to WU or CC money upfront for a reservation and we will have to see about checking it out for a few days. It looks great from your pictorial.

[3somefan]

Strong work 3some. Tell me I don't have to WU or CC money upfront for a reservation and we will have to see about checking it out for a few days. It looks great from your pictorial.

Thanks! :)

You know what I don't remember hearing that at all...I can check into it for you.


I will be trying it out also in the future.

[Jimbo44]

I like competition!

[3somefan]

I like competition!

Me too! The New Garden was great! The things that I felt could be fixed I shared with them and I am certian they will fix them.

However, this place had everything except for the jacuzzi rooms to offer as New Garden does at a fraction of the cost.

I will try them out on one of my next few trips for sure to campare the differences myself.

[Citynights]

this place is next door almost to the A1 that I stay at...:corky:

[MegaSquirt]

3somefan...thanks for the fotos!
If I stay at Sosua again, this is the place I like to stay. This is a very good location and the beach is right there.

[Downtown]

3somefan et al: Excellent report and pictures. This is the kind of information that enables us to make informed decisions. Armed with this we, the consumer, can influence other hotels/accommodations to upgrade and compete for our dollars. A competitive marketplace can only mean dividends for us. Nice work!! Very Cheeno-esque!!

[El Tiburon]

The place has a nice poll....

dick dawson fallin asleep on the job..... "pool"

[Young Hero]

The place certainly looks like it has potential. I know some people on other sites have been saying the street noise could be a major issue. They ripped it pretty good. Any one experience problems with the noise? Personally, I don't see how it could be worse than the NG during the construction, bird, dog, etc.

[bentwire]

Thanks for your email. Sure we would be happy to give you a good rate since you will be staying 2 weeks. The rate I can offer you is the following: single bed for 35 dollars a night, and a double bed for 45 dollars a night, plus tax.

You will like our hotel, we have cable tv with over 100 channels, free WIFI internet, and airconditioning in the room (with your own thermastat)

The hotel rooms are brand new, so you should be comfortable.

Regards,

SeaBreezeHotel

[Jimbo44]

this place is next door almost to the A1 that I stay at...:corky:

And when r u thinking of another trip??

[ilikenyacional]

I found another hotel option in Sosua. The owner is a young guy and really put a lot of work into renovation. It's 100% chica friendly and around the corner from Helados Bon, 2 minute walk to the New Garden.

http://hotelseabreezesosua.com/en/index.html


misterpink

Is this the guy who used to hang at the old Cowgirl bar next to Rocky ? He was talking about doing something there, I don't remember his name but he seemed cool.

[Citynights]

And when r u thinking of another trip??

Jimbo just started looking again....:corky: I am looking at dec. 21-23 booking for two weeks..just waiting for all the tour companies to post their info in the next few weeks...:rolleyes: I see choirboy trying to intice you you are so easy..:rolleyes:

[vagabond]

The place certainly looks like it has potential. I know some people on other sites have been saying the street noise could be a major issue. They ripped it pretty good. Any one experience problems with the noise? Personally, I don't see how it could be worse than the NG during the construction, bird, dog, etc.

It wasn't some people, it was one guy who runs a small hotel himself........

[Young Hero]

Is his claim valid?

[El Tiburon]

Is this the guy who used to hang at the old Cowgirl bar next to Rocky ? He was talking about doing something there, I don't remember his name but he seemed cool.

not 100% but i think his name is jihad...

[KoKi9290]

His name is Jihad and he is from Miami. Seems to be a really nice guy.

[3somefan]

His name is Jihad and he is from Miami. Seems to be a really nice guy.

You beat me to it!! :wink:

I met him and like I said, he is a "monger". This is why he has made the types of renovations that he has, because he knows what guys like some of us want in a place.

I will be staying there soon.

[MrHappy]

He sure deserves to get some business from us. He has stuck some MAJOR bucks into the place.

Anyone wanna guess how much the genset cost? And, it wasn't mentioned, but the genset room is double walled, I can tell by looking at it. Not to mention the Autotransfer. Look at the size of that puppy!!!

My experiences here have shown me that when a guy puts that kind of attention into detail, he's serious about taking care of his clients.

We'll certainly give it a shot when we go up next time.

[Hemp]

so this place is around the corner from the new garden???

i wouldnt mind giving this guy a shot...he put some good money into his hotel.

one thing that concerns me is the street noise??? does anyone know how bad it is?

and no fridges?

[papi_sosua]

I stayed at SeaBreeze for a week recently in a unit that was very close to the street: yellow building, ground floor. Absolutely no worries about street noise day or night. Plus, you could always ask for a room in one of the units further back from the street.

No refrigerators or safes as of two weeks ago which might or might not have changed by now.



so this place is around the corner from the new garden???

i wouldnt mind giving this guy a shot...he put some good money into his hotel.

one thing that concerns me is the street noise??? does anyone know how bad it is?

and no fridges?

[snoozer]

I stopped in there an hour ago and got the tour. The owner seems like a decent guy. I am moving there tomorrow for 10 days so will give an update after a few nights.

[papi_sosua]

One more observation about an operational issue at SeaBreeze.

The room key comes w/ a big Lexan-type plastic tag which has the SeaBreeze logo and the room number (!) engraved. I immediately disliked that because if one gets involuntarily separated from the key and does not notice right away, the new key holder knows exactly which room to target at what property.

Unfortunately just taking the key of the plastic tag does not work either, because, according to the owner, the plastic tag serves as the hotel pass to the night crew (security guard).

[Hemp]

Double Negative affect...thanks for that observation.



One more observation about an operational issue at SeaBreeze.

The room key comes w/ a big Lexan-type plastic tag which has the SeaBreeze logo and the room number (!) engraved. I immediately disliked that because if one gets involuntarily separated from the key and does not notice right away, the new key holder knows exactly which room to target at what property.

Unfortunately just taking the key of the plastic tag does not work either, because, according to the owner, the plastic tag serves as the hotel pass to the night crew (security guard).

[3somefan]

I emailed the owner this afternoon to get some answers to our questions. hopefully he will respond quickly!

[Downtown]

I emailed the owner this afternoon to get some answers to our questions. hopefully he will respond quickly!

Chasing down intel!! Nice work 3somefan!

[3somefan]

I emailed the owner this afternoon to get some answers to our questions. hopefully he will respond quickly!


Chasing down intel!! Nice work 3somefan!

Emailed 24 hours ago and NO REPLY YET!! Not a good sign!

I will wait another day then resend...

[MyTio]

I stopped in there an hour ago and got the tour. The owner seems like a decent guy. I am moving there tomorrow for 10 days so will give an update after a few nights. any update on the hotel are the safes in are they combination or key is the bar open
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[luv2party2]

Hey guys, great info.

Can anyone confirm location of this place?. Is it around the block from the the New Garden?

And any news on the room safe?

[JuanElGriego]

And any news on the room safe?

Yeah, no safe = no go.

[3somefan]

Still no news guys.

I know the owner was very busy with all of the work being done there. Maybe I overwhelmed him a bit with all of the questions...

Hopefully one of the guys staying there now can chime in and let us know.

[snoozer]

You guys sure are impatient.

The owner of this place is working his ass off trying to get evrything done and all you guys can do is inundate him with petty questions.

The safes are in every room. They are the key type. There is a second key for each box held by the owner in combination safe in his apartment. BTW all combination safes have a master code which means ultimatly some one else has access to your safe.

Security is tight here. I invited another ISOC memeber here for a tour yesterday in the middle of the afternoon and they would not let him in until I went to the gate. Same for mi novia, even though she is registered as a guest, the security guy would not let her in without a cedula.

The bar will be open soon, he is waiting for the elctrician. BTW all the rooms are re-wired complete with proper grounds. Try finding that anywhere else in this town.

Street noise is not bad here, in Sosua there is street noise whereever you go.

Sea Breeze is located just around the corner towards Casa marina, form New Garden. Next door to the Jewish Museum.Across the street from Wilsons Phone Centre.

Any more questions? I will be here for another 8 days.

[Choirboy]

You guys sure are impatient.

The owner of this place is working his ass off trying to get evrything done and all you guys can do is inundate him with petty questions.

The safes are in every room. They are the key type. There is a second key for each box held by the owner in combination safe in his apartment. BTW all combination safes have a master code which means ultimatly some one else has access to your safe.

Security is tight here. I invited another ISOC memeber here for a tour yesterday in the middle of the afternoon and they would not let him in until I went to the gate. Same for mi novia, even though she is registered as a guest, the security guy would not let her in without a cedula.

The bar will be open soon, he is waiting for the elctrician. BTW all the rooms are re-wired complete with proper grounds. Try finding that anywhere else in this town.

Street noise is not bad here, in Sosua there is street noise whereever you go.

Sea Breeze is located just around the corner towards Casa marina, form New Garden. Next door to the Jewish Museum.Across the street from Wilsons Phone Centre.

Any more questions? I will be here for another 8 days.

Are the refrigerators in yet ???

[Jimmydr]

You guys sure are impatient.


Security is tight here. I invited another ISOC memeber here for a tour yesterday in the middle of the afternoon and they would not let him in until I went to the gate. Same for mi novia, even though she is registered as a guest, the security guy would not let her in without a cedula.




That is the one thing I hate about the country! maybe the only thing.

[3somefan]

Thanks for stepping up Snoozer!! We all appreciate this very much!! :)

[Hemp]

what about the bar?

:p


Are the refrigerators in yet ???

[Jimbo44]

I am trying to figure out why all are suddenly wanting to go to this other motel. What is wrong with NG, especially since there are a bunch of brand new sparkling rooms, and furthermore, all the chicas know it is a mongers haven.

[MyTio]

I like the NG but it is always good to have competition :eek:

[Hemp]

Options...all about options!!!

word gets out amidst the other biz owners, that theres a new kid on the block and he put serious bank on his hotel, helps keep other owners on top of there game!!! which then is good for us...i.e. Pedro Mcmurphys, Cuba Libre bar, etc...gives nice alternatives than just constantly going to the shark bar.

ISOC is already all over the owner of the sea breeze, im sure the word has already spread within the "chicanet" that theres a new gringo haven on the rise. so they'll be flocking there soon enough!!! if more Sosua Hotel owners invest the time and money to build quality hotels and not just fuck rooms, i think that is a good thing. i am VERY picky about my accomadations while abroad and i am willing to spend top dollar. cant wait for them to build a Marriot in Sosua, LOL

as someone once said...

"predators hunt where prey abounds"



I am trying to figure out why all are suddenly wanting to go to this other motel. What is wrong with NG, especially since there are a bunch of brand new sparkling rooms, and furthermore, all the chicas know it is a mongers haven.

[3somefan]

I am trying to figure out why all are suddenly wanting to go to this other motel. What is wrong with NG, especially since there are a bunch of brand new sparkling rooms, and furthermore, all the chicas know it is a mongers haven.

Like Uncle said...Competition!!

Plus $40 a night is hard to beat when they have as much as the New Garden (except for the couple jacuzzi rooms) and some extra New Garden doesn't have..(flat panel t.v.s, main bar open 24 hours, pool table and excercise equipment).

I had a good time at the New Garden and they did a great job with the bikini contest too.

It is just good to have more choices... :)

[El Tiburon]

I like the NG but it is always good to have competition :eek:

hey uncle226 how the hell r u?????? how did your problem with that doofy tall guy end off??? amazing how problems seem to find ya on vacation...lol...good job with the contest... anyway, as far as this hotel goes,i would wait til he puts in safe's in the rooms.. i heard they came out very nice,(the hotel rooms) a little small but that works out good for the air cond...it seems the europa is not even a consideration anymore....they used to be the best choice in town...who knows what tomorrow brings....

[MyTio]

Thanks El Tiburon but without you and misterpink help it would not had happened. I am waiting for pink to tell the story of the doffy guy:eek: :rofl: :rofl:

[El Tiburon]

Thanks El Tiburon but without you and misterpink help it would not had happened. I am waiting for pink to tell the story of the doffy guy:eek: :rofl: :rofl:

thx for the credit tho i noticed many guys helpin out... im happy it took off.. excpecially with so many critic's betting against it... i always like the underdog...i see 3some got his reward...i think you should have gotten "bod" as well... but then again who am i....

pink just got back from a month of drinkin, pussy, and drinkin... in that order... if ya know pinkypoo he needs a little time to detox.. got a little wetbrain now...i hope he takes his z-pac.... im sure in a week or two he will pop up and cont his shitstirring... tho he probably wont remember the story... you might want to start it off....lol

[MyTio]

I am happy being green I will give Pink a week then start the story :eek:

[3somefan]

anyway, as far as this hotel goes,i would wait til he puts in safe's in the rooms.. ....

Snoozer just said the safes are in the rooms!! So they are good to go El T.

BTW..hope we can coordinate another trip so we get the chance to hang more than we did at the contest!! :D

[El Tiburon]

Snoozer just said the safes are in the rooms!! So they are good to go El T.

BTW..hope we can coordinate another trip so we get the chance to hang more than we did at the contest!! :D

same here. i luv to see those one -handed pushups... im goin to santo domingo next mo... i should be there in sept and then nov for thxgivin... im sure we will run onto each other again...

[snoozer]

what about the bar?

:p

As I posted 3 hours ago, the bar will be ready soon. As you know in this country when you are waiting for an electrician, timing is very hard to predict. For that matter I recall often waiting for electricians when I had my businesses in Canada!

As far as the fridges go I do not believe he ever promised fridges in the rooms. For $ 40 per night there is a limit to what he can include. AC is very expensive to operate with the electricity prices in the DR. I will confirm this next time I see him.

Any more questions?

[Hemp]

i was joking around dude...but

thx for the update.

fridges should be standard in all DR 2 star or better hotels, its hot there!!! especially summer time, always should be able to throw some water/drinks in a hotel fridge.



As I posted 3 hours ago, the bar will be ready soon. As you know in this country when you are waiting for an electrician, timing is very hard to predict. For that matter I recall often waiting for electricians when I had my businesses in Canada!

As far as the fridges go I do not believe he ever promised fridges in the rooms. For $ 40 per night there is a limit to what he can include. AC is very expensive to operate with the electricity prices in the DR. I will confirm this next time I see him.

Any more questions?

[3somefan]

Again thanks for the intel!

I talked to the owner 3 weeks ago and he said then that he already had the fridges, but what just waiting to be able to unload them from the container that was still down in the port.

Guys, I took a lot of pictures, in them the ACs were pictured. Yes there is AC to each room. Then if they lose power, the huge generator is there to keep the AC pumping!!

[snoozer]

Got the low down on the fridges. The jefe says he does not have and will not have fridges in the rooms. Ice will be available in the bar when it opens. He says he wants to keep his prices down and to include fridges so we can keep a couple of beers cold is not possible. Yesterday he had to run his planta for 10 hours, checked the price of diesel lately?

This guy brought 6 containers from Florida to this hotel and two of them are tied up in POP port, they are so slow that he says it can take up to 30 days before they are put on a truck anf in the meantime he has no access to them. He has another 15 beds waiting as well as more bedside tables,lamps, 500 more towels and all his bar equipment.

The daytime security guy also runs the small casa de cambio located by the fron gate. very busy place as it is the first one that the Casa Marina people come to.

On the negative side the wifi is hit and miss but he has a guy coming to put in better unit. We will wait and see.

Any more questions. (no, I do not work for the guy just enjoying the best valued hotel I have found in Sosua in the 5 years of coming here, and I spend 4 months here every year)

[MyTio]

thanks tell my friend the owner I said hi just tell him his friend from the ride on the banana boat ride
:eek:

[3somefan]

OK guys, just checked my email and I got a reply to the one I sent the Sea Breeze Hotel. This along with the great information that Snoozer provided should answer most of your questions.

Hello,



Thank you very much for your inquiry. I did hear about the bikini contest at the New Garden Hotel and I congratulate you on the success. At this point I prefer not to do any type of promotions only would like to keep it as word of mouth or through DR1 and tripadvisor. Since I have opened I have remained at 80% full capacity and my reservations are coming in through September. I will keep all of your information and if I decide to do a promotion I will contact you to see what's available. In regards to the questions you had, all rooms come equipped with new Air conditioners, Flat screen TVs with 100 channels, and Safety Deposit boxes. I will not be supplying the rooms with refrigerators due to the fact that we will be opening a game room with a bar for all SeaBreeze guests in the next two weeks. The prices for the guests will be reasonable and we will assist with any further requests. There will be no weightlifting equipment on premises and there will be no deposits required. All I request is a copy of Identification upon check-in and any female guests coming into SeaBreeze will need to present their Identification also for security purpose. Finally, as far as the noise there is no noise coming from the street and our 24 hour generator is insulated in a seperate concrete room. Rest assure that you and your guests will be able to relax at SeaBreeze Hotel. Thank you very much for your inquiry and if there is anything else I can help you with, please don't hesitate to ask.



Sincerely,

SeaBreeze Hotel Management

[Jimmydr]

OK guys, just checked my email and I got a reply to the one I sent the Sea Breeze Hotel. This along with the great information that Snoozer provided should answer most of your questions.

Hello,



Thank you very much for your inquiry. I did hear about the bikini contest at the New Garden Hotel and I congratulate you on the success. At this point I prefer not to do any type of promotions only would like to keep it as word of mouth or through DR1 and tripadvisor. Since I have opened I have remained at 80% full capacity and my reservations are coming in through September. I will keep all of your information and if I decide to do a promotion I will contact you to see what's available. In regards to the questions you had, all rooms come equipped with new Air conditioners, Flat screen TVs with 100 channels, and Safety Deposit boxes. I will not be supplying the rooms with refrigerators due to the fact that we will be opening a game room with a bar for all SeaBreeze guests in the next two weeks. The prices for the guests will be reasonable and we will assist with any further requests. There will be no weightlifting equipment on premises and there will be no deposits required. All I request is a copy of Identification upon check-in and any female guests coming into SeaBreeze will need to present their Identification also for security purpose. Finally, as far as the noise there is no noise coming from the street and our 24 hour generator is insulated in a seperate concrete room. Rest assure that you and your guests will be able to relax at SeaBreeze Hotel. Thank you very much for your inquiry and if there is anything else I can help you with, please don't hesitate to ask.



Sincerely,

SeaBreeze Hotel Management


Not bad at all really in Sosua.

[3somefan]

Not bad at all really in Sosua.

Not having fridge is kind of a negative for the many guys that like to keep cold beverages in their rooms, but with the 24 hour bar, you will only have to walk like 50 feet to get those there.

For $ 40 a night with all of those amenities..you really can't go wrong! Maybe that will make the prices more competative around that area? The New Garden is still very reasonable too though.

[Jimmydr]

Not having fridge is kind of a negative for the many guys that like to keep cold beverages in their rooms, but with the 24 hour bar, you will only have to walk like 50 feet to get those there.

For $ 40 a night with all of those amenities..you really can't go wrong! Maybe that will make the prices more competative around that area? The New Garden is still very reasonable too though.


New garden was in business for 14 years and was never at 80%. He raised his prices from $40 to $50 last year. There are not many around for 3 years let alone 14 years. That new hotel may find that $40 won't be enough to maintain a hotel, only time will tell.

A refigerator is not a requirement for many guys, so that won't matter. Time will tell.

[psriches]

Not having fridge is kind of a negative for the many guys that like to keep cold beverages in their rooms, but with the 24 hour bar, you will only have to walk like 50 feet to get those there.

For $ 40 a night with all of those amenities..you really can't go wrong! Maybe that will make the prices more competative around that area? The New Garden is still very reasonable too though.The Sea breeze website says $40 plus tax....... Is that a typo?

What is the price of a room???

[Jimmydr]

The Sea breeze website says $40 plus tax....... Is that a typo?

What is the price of a room???

Tax is 24% so it would be $50?

[psriches]

Thanks for your email. Sure we would be happy to give you a good rate since you will be staying 2 weeks. The rate I can offer you is the following: single bed for 35 dollars a night, and a double bed for 45 dollars a night, plus tax.

You will like our hotel, we have cable tv with over 100 channels, free WIFI internet, and airconditioning in the room (with your own thermastat)

The hotel rooms are brand new, so you should be comfortable.

Regards,

SeaBreezeHotelThere it is again. How much is the tax??

[psriches]

Tax is 24% so it would be $50?So how is this cheaper than the New Garden? And it's not even completed!

[Jimmydr]

So how is this cheaper than the New Garden? And it's not even completed!


Many don't know the tax is 24% I guess. Its the same but with an unproven and tested track record.

[psriches]

Many don't know the tax is 24% I guess. Its the same but with an unproven and tested track record.and no fridge or bar......

[Jimmydr]

and no fridge or bar......

They won't stay at 80% for all year round, they have some stiff competition all around Sosua.

[Hemp]

seems like a cool enough spot...i just dont understand his NO FRIDGE thing...:confused: especially during the notoriously hot summer months.



They won't stay at 80% for all year round, they have some stiff competition all around Sosua.

[Jimmydr]

seems like a cool enough spot...i just dont understand his NO FRIDGE thing...:confused: especially during the notoriously hot summer months.

Does the Europa have a fridge?

[psriches]

seems like a cool enough spot...i just dont understand his NO FRIDGE thing...:confused: especially during the notoriously hot summer months.I guess it's about what's important to you. I personally would like the fridge. I don't need a pool, weightroom, bar, etc.....

I'll stay one night and check it out as well.... Great Thread!!

[Jimmydr]

I guess it's about what's important to you. I personally would like the fridge. I don't need a pool, weightroom, bar, etc.....

I'll stay one night and check it out as well.... Great Thread!!


I need a pool but not a fridge.

[psriches]

Does the Europa have a fridge?Yes... They all have fridges these days, ie. casa valeria, romanoff, NG, etc.....

[Jimmydr]

Yes... They all have fridges these days, ie. casa valeria, romanoff, NG, etc.....


Well if they stay at 80% they won't care or if the NG sells out and they get overflow they won't care. Lets see where they are in a year.

[Hemp]

i have a trip coming up soon...if moshy leaves a day earlier than me, i will check out of our villa and try this place out for a night.

i appreciate the fact he dropped major bank on his spot.

[Jimmydr]

i have a trip coming up soon...if moshy leaves a day earlier than me, i will check out of our villa and try this place out for a night.

i appreciate the fact he dropped major bank on his spot.



That may be the downfall?

[Jimbo44]

No fridge, and most likely running out of ice, 24% tax, sorry, it will be the NG for me!!

[Jimmydr]

No fridge, and most likely running out of ice, 24% tax, sorry, it will be the NG for me!!


No fridges, holy shit!!


They can shoot over to santiago, buy 10 and have them in the rooms that same day, if that was a major point to increase business.

[Hemp]

5 years ago maybe? now days...time will tell,

every time im in sosua its pretty full around town...especially on the weekends, alot of 4 day weekend warriors now days!!! sometimes i have trouble getting a Villa cause there booked constantly :(

so with this sea breeze spot we'll see...i think he'll be fine, especially with it being mentioned on the ISOC.



That may be the downfall?

[Jimmydr]

5 years ago maybe? now days...time will tell,

every time im in sosua its pretty full around town...especially on the weekends, alot of 4 day weekend warriors now days!!! sometimes i have trouble getting a Villa cause there booked constantly :(

so with this sea breeze spot we'll see...i think he'll be fine, especially with it being mentioned on the ISOC.

5 years ago, DR was the only place I would have gone. Now every trip to colombia brings another new guy.

The NG has 40 rooms, plus with the Villas available, there are many options. Can a hotel survive when they only get the overflows from other places?

[Young Hero]

Originally Posted by Jimmydr http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/images/buttons/viewpost.gif (http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/showthread.php?p=477487#post477487)
That may be the downfall

I think their downfall may be not answering email. Whats the NG charging now a days?

[Jimmydr]

I don't think this place wants mongers, but I am not 100% sure yet.

[MyTio]

I don't think this place wants mongers, but I am not 100% sure yet. the owner told me mongers are very welcome

:eek:

[papi_sosua]

SeaBreeze has rooms with one or two queen-sized beds. The former cost $40/night whereas the later were quoted at $50/night.

I stayed for 7 nights in a $50/night room (two beds) and paid a total of $350. This would argue against a 24% tax being added to the room bill.





Tax is 24% so it would be $50?

[Jimmydr]

SeaBreeze has rooms with one or two queen-sized beds. The former cost $40/night whereas the later were quoted at $50/night.

I stayed for 7 nights in a $50/night room (two beds) and paid a total of $350. This would argue against a 24% tax being added to the room bill.

So its included then, good.

[Young Hero]

I was willing to give this hotel a try, and sent an email on Sat. I have yet to hear from them. I sent the NG an email, and they're back to me in 10 minutes. Looks like I'll be staying at the NG. Any one else have this problem?

[3somefan]

I was willing to give this hotel a try, and sent an email on Sat. I have yet to hear from them. I sent the NG an email, and they're back to me in 10 minutes. Looks like I'll be staying at the NG. Any one else have this problem?


This seems to be the common issue! It took over a week for them to respond to mine, and I know of another person who went through the same thing.

To give him the benefit of the doubt, he may be handling everything on his own (like Lorenzo used to), but still with him being from the US you'd think he'd realize how important customer service it!!

[psriches]

I've already heard from 2 mongers about this place not returning email reservation requests. And they've already booked elsewhere. That was 4 mongers with 4 rooms for 6 day stays each.

I'll tell you one thing, this guy can't complain if he's not 100% over the Holidays.

[BCell]

then the backpackers will love this guy lol

[TropicBob]

I need a pool but not a fridge.

I just need a decent pillow to lay my head on....or the muff

[Jimmydr]

I just need a decent pillow to lay my head on....or the muff


I have seen you sleeping it off in the fields, who are you kidding?:D :D :D :D

[snoozer]

This seems to be the common issue! It took over a week for them to respond to mine, and I know of another person who went through the same thing.

To give him the benefit of the doubt, he may be handling everything on his own (like Lorenzo used to), but still with him being from the US you'd think he'd realize how important customer service it!!

If you guys are so happy with NG why are you considering moving to another hotel. ? It would seem to meet your needs completely. Prompt responses to emails, willing to host bikini parties and chicas on site.

[psriches]

If you guys are so happy with NG why are you considering moving to another hotel. ? It would seem to meet your needs completely. Prompt responses to emails, willing to host bikini parties and chicas on site.No one really wanted to move to another hotel. We were just excited about the new OPTION and the cheaper price which we THOUGHT was cheaper but now realize it's not.

[Hemp]

co-sign..........



No one really wanted to move to another hotel. We were just excited about the new OPTION and the cheaper price which we THOUGHT was cheaper but now realize it's not.

[Pacoloco]

Hey guys I just went and checked the place out, the muy bonita receptionist gave me a tour and said the rooms were 40.00 plus tax = 46.00 I saw a room on the 1st floor, spacious with 2 queen beds, flat screen TV, AC, lockbox and the bathroom was spacious and clean. there's also a balcony/patio area off the poolside of the room. The pool is nice but maybe a little smaller than NG. I like to stay in decent rooms and am willing to pay more for location and decent place and I see absolutely nothing that would prevent me from staying there. I forgot to ask about breaakfast so that may be something to consider.

Also, just hearsay but for what it's worth a nearby bar owner said the SB owner was overwhelmed with emails asking details thinking there is something wrong with the place because it's priced lower and is considering just raising the rates so people wouldn't think that way. Also that he is hoping once he gets some clientel built up chicas will stop by and hang out. Why ruin a good thing before it gets started? Somebody should just stay there and post a review already but what do I know.

[Jimmydr]

Hey guys I just went and checked the place out, the muy bonita receptionist gave me a tour and said the rooms were 40.00 plus tax = 46.00 I saw a room on the 1st floor, spacious with 2 queen beds, flat screen TV, AC, lockbox and the bathroom was spacious and clean. there's also a balcony/patio area off the poolside of the room. The pool is nice but maybe a little smaller than NG. I like to stay in decent rooms and am willing to pay more for location and decent place and I see absolutely nothing that would prevent me from staying there. I forgot to ask about breaakfast so that may be something to consider.

Also, just hearsay but for what it's worth a nearby bar owner said the SB owner was overwhelmed with emails asking details thinking there is something wrong with the place because it's priced lower and is considering just raising the rates so people wouldn't think that way. Also that he is hoping once he gets some clientel built up chicas will stop by and hang out. Why ruin a good thing before it gets started? Somebody should just stay there and post a review already but what do I know.

The offer was out there for him to join and respond here, but I was told he has no interest at all.

[Jimmydr]

Also that he is hoping once he gets some clientel built up chicas will stop by and hang out. Why ruin a good thing before it gets started? Somebody should just stay there and post a review already but what do I know.


I was also informed that he has no interest in this.

[Pacoloco]

Sorry if I posted misinformation, that's why I made sure to note it was based on "hearsay" from another source. Anyway it looks like a nice place for the money but maybe they prefer to target non-mongering tourists...?

[Jimmydr]

Sorry if I posted misinformation, that's why I made sure to note it was based on "hearsay" from another source. Anyway it looks like a nice place for the money but maybe they prefer to target non-mongering tourists...?

All i am saying is that this guy is new, has no idea where he plans to get his customers from. He most likely is testing the waters. Its all good. The NG didn't change over night either.


Thanks for your comments. All comments are welcome, always.

[dijinn]

It seems to me that roughly every 2 years a new "favorite" spot opens up and a transition is made. First it was BB's, then Europa, then it was FoD followed very closely by New Garden. I was sort of wondering what the next "in" spot was going to be. If Sea Breeze's owner/management play their cards right, it could become it.

Not trying to thread jack but since we are talking about other options for hotels in the Sosua area, there's a place right off the main highway. If you're coming from the Airport, make a left after the Texaco station onto DR Rosen and in the middle of the block on the right-hand side, it's called Hotel Don Antonio. Manager is a fellow by the name of Obi, he speaks fluent English since he's from NJ. Going rate is $35/night and once he gets to know you well, you can talk him into $30/night.

Now, the place is a bit on the dumpy side with just a 1x double bed but it's got a/c, a nice pool (that is NEVER green with algae), bar with kitchen in close proximity to the pool and all units come with an efficiency/kitchen area. No breakfast included with your stay. He has internet access via a computer terminal in a room near the bar and he was supposed to have wireless setup by now but I never checked my last few trips down. The place mostly has long-term Germans/Europeans staying there and I've had alot of interesting talks with guys from Europe. Germans are a riot!

Anyway, before I settled into a place down in the DR... FoD and Hotel Don Antonio were where I mostly stayed at.

[bentwire]

I am wide open to staying at the sea breeze, if we do not explore new horizons we are left looking soil of those before us

[psriches]

Hey guys I just went and checked the place out, the muy bonita receptionist gave me a tour and said the rooms were 40.00 plus tax = 46.00 I saw a room on the 1st floor, spacious with 2 queen beds, flat screen TV, AC, lockbox and the bathroom was spacious and clean. there's also a balcony/patio area off the poolside of the room. The pool is nice but maybe a little smaller than NG. I like to stay in decent rooms and am willing to pay more for location and decent place and I see absolutely nothing that would prevent me from staying there. I forgot to ask about breaakfast so that may be something to consider.

Also, just hearsay but for what it's worth a nearby bar owner said the SB owner was overwhelmed with emails asking details thinking there is something wrong with the place because it's priced lower and is considering just raising the rates so people wouldn't think that way. Also that he is hoping once he gets some clientel built up chicas will stop by and hang out. Why ruin a good thing before it gets started? Somebody should just stay there and post a review already but what do I know.You can't be serious with this bullshit!! Let me get this straight. The owner wants to raise the rates because someone asked is there a fucking pool???

And half those emails were RESERVATION requests!!!

Maybe he just doesn't want mongers staying at his place. There's nothing wrong with that.

[Stuyman]

The link for the Sea Breeze hotel isn't working. Has anyone else experienced this issue and does any one have the direct email to send a reservation request?

[Hemp]

best to just call them...emailing reservations are fickel with those hotel owners down there.

he prolly disabled his website cause he felt overwhelmed by emails.



The link for the Sea Breeze hotel isn't working. Has anyone else experienced this issue and does any one have the direct email to send a reservation request?

[koo]

Works fine for me :confused:
http://hotelseabreezesosua.com/
The link for the Sea Breeze hotel isn't working. Has anyone else experienced this issue and does any one have the direct email to send a reservation request?

[koo]

Sounds like there's a lot of 2nd and 3rd hand speculation but not much actual info from the owner.

There's no factual basis for your comments, at least none posted.

Why not just have someone go talk to the guy and set the record straight, instead of slamming the guy and reacting to likely inaccurate info?


All i am saying is that this guy is new, has no idea where he plans to get his customers from. He most likely is testing the waters. Its all good. The NG didn't change over night either.


Thanks for your comments. All comments are welcome, always.My thoughts on this apply to all who are posting without solid foundation not just who I quoted. :D

[JuanElGriego]

there's a place right off the main highway. If you're coming from the Airport, make a left after the Texaco station onto DR Rosen and in the middle of the block on the right-hand side, it's called Hotel Don Antonio. Manager is a fellow by the name of Obi, he speaks fluent English since he's from NJ. Going rate is $35/night and once he gets to know you well, you can talk him into $30/night.


Damn, that sentence is just hanging there like a Barry Zito curveball, begging to be demolished, but i don't want PQR mad at me again. ;)

[psriches]

Damn, that sentence is just hanging there like a Barry Zito curveball, begging to be demolished, but i don't want PQR mad at me again. ;)I thought about that as well but left it alone!!

[dijinn]

Damn, that sentence is just hanging there like a Barry Zito curveball, begging to be demolished, but i don't want PQR mad at me again. ;)

OK, since you've put it out there, you've got to explain it. If you have to send it in a PM, that's fine, otherwise, you can't just leave it hanging like this now.

[PapiQueRico]

It's just goofing on NJ stuff. :)

Who cares, I'm moving south to retire! Waaaaaayy south!

[snoozer]

Hey guys I just went and checked the place out, the muy bonita receptionist gave me a tour and said the rooms were 40.00 plus tax = 46.00 I saw a room on the 1st floor, spacious with 2 queen beds, flat screen TV, AC, lockbox and the bathroom was spacious and clean. there's also a balcony/patio area off the poolside of the room. The pool is nice but maybe a little smaller than NG. I like to stay in decent rooms and am willing to pay more for location and decent place and I see absolutely nothing that would prevent me from staying there. I forgot to ask about breaakfast so that may be something to consider.

Also, just hearsay but for what it's worth a nearby bar owner said the SB owner was overwhelmed with emails asking details thinking there is something wrong with the place because it's priced lower and is considering just raising the rates so people wouldn't think that way. Also that he is hoping once he gets some clientel built up chicas will stop by and hang out. Why ruin a good thing before it gets started? Somebody should just stay there and post a review already but what do I know.

I just left Sea Breeze after 10 days and it was the most enjoyable stay I have had in any hotel in Sosua. The first part of the the post by Pacoloco is a good summary of what to expect when you stay there. Breakfast is not included and the owner says he has no intention of adding a restaurant at this time. As he points out there are many good choices in town Brittania, Baileys, Pedro's etc for breakfast, all for a reasonable price and within 5 minute walk. Not sure about the tax thing on the room rate, I was just looking for the my bill to confirm this, I thought it was included. I will find out.

The second half of your post is total bullshit. I spent time every day talikng to the owner (he is a very friendly guy), he even showed me some of the ridiculous emails he gets each day. One wanted him to post copies of various menus around town and give opinions on which was best value for breakfast. He is quite happy with the way his hotel is going, he is well located for overflow from Casa Marina ( was full twice last week due to CM overbooking). There was never any mention of the gossip reported above. He is in it for the long haul, he also operates a hotel in Florida.

He recognises that NG fills a certain niche in the Sosua market and are doing a good job of it. While he has no problem with bringing chicas back to Sea Breeze, he just asks his guests be discrete, no late night pool partys etc. , there are many hotels in the area with a similar approach, and they do well. Not all guys want the NG atmosphere when they go to Sosua for chicas.

I took several friends there to show them around and all were impressed. I even took two chicas I know who have WU boyfriends, they were looking for a place where they good spend a quiet holiday with their novios at a reasonable price.

I will be booking there for my September, Decemebr and January trips.

[Jimmydr]

Do we have two Hotels now in Sosua to pick from? That would be great news.

[psriches]

I understand what you're saying snoozer but some of those emails were reservation requests!!!!!!! (not "ridiculous emails")

[3somefan]

I understand what you're saying snoozer but some of those emails were reservation requests!!!!!!! (not "ridiculous emails")

I sent a email asking specific questions about the progress on some of the things he told me he would have (in person by the way). I also added a couple of questions from guys on the board. Then to help him promote his place a little more, I offered to have a bikini contest there.

It took him over a week to get back to me. When he did, he did answer most if not all of the questions. I gave him the benefit of the doubt because several members chimed in about how busy he was.

The only real negatives so far for me, is that is took that long to get back to me. Also some of the things he told me in person that he was going to do with the place, he is now not doing.

I may still stay there...who knows?

[Choirboy]

The only real negatives so far for me, is that is took that long to get back to me. Also some of the things he told me in person that he was going to do with the place, he is now not doing

I talked to the owner last week and he has no intentions of having any refrigerators. The sense I got was that he felt that having refrigerators would hurt his bar business. Secondly, he said that bringing chicas in would be no problem, but that he wouldn't allow chicas to come in unaccompanied like the New Garden.

Seemed like a nice guy with definite ideas on how he planned on running his place. The only quibble I would have with the place is the lack of refrigerators, but that's just me.

[psriches]

I understand what you're saying snoozer but some of those emails were reservation requests!!!!!!! (not "ridiculous emails")A friend of mine sent a reservation request at 12 midnight last night and received a reply this morning at 11am. Pretty fast response!!!

The key is to put "reservation request" in the subject heading of your email so it won't be confused with the other "ridiculous" emails that he might not even open.........

[Beads]

I talked to the owner last week and he has no intentions of having any refrigerators. The sense I got was that he felt that having refrigerators would hurt his bar business. Secondly, he said that bringing chicas in would be no problem, but that he wouldn't allow chicas to come in unaccompanied like the New Garden.

Seemed like a nice guy with definite ideas on how he planned on running his place. The only quibble I would have with the place is the lack of refrigerators, but that's just me.

I can fully understand the no wandering about unaccompanied for security reasons. As far as the frig goes I wouldn't consider it a problem either if the beer and water are only slightly marked up compared to buying it yourself in the store and are available a good portion of the day and night. A lot of people are going to want something to drink late at night and early in the morning.

[Hemp]

place sounds cool...only negative FOR ME is the fridge thing, i mean even if its just a small portable one just to keep a couple waters and beers in???

[Beads]

place sounds cool...only negative FOR ME is the fridge thing, i mean even if its just a small portable one just to keep a couple waters and beers in???

The fridge could end up being a problem for sure. Hopefully he will realize that and either provide them in the rooms or just make a larger supply available for his guests at a reasonable price during the entire day/night.

[3somefan]

Another thing you could do is get a cheap ass cooler just down the street and fill it with some ice for you beverages. When you are out daily, just stop by the store and get a bag of ice. The AC in the rooms should help the ice.

[eastcoastallstar]

How far is this place from the New Garden?

[Donny Boy]

How far is this place from the New Garden?

It is right around the corner a few steps from the Bon ice Cream shop

[moshy2k]

place sounds cool...only negative FOR ME is the fridge thing, i mean even if its just a small portable one just to keep a couple waters and beers in???

What am I supposed to drink after a round of sex at 3 or 4am???? Or even in the middle of the day. I would hate to have to get dressed to go get something cold to drink. This spot will not be on my radar until they put some sort of small fridge in their rooms.

[bentwire]

found this video of the sea Breeze for those with intrest

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if that will not work here is the URL

http://www.perfspot.com/video/2541608610

[psriches]

http://www.perfspot.com/video2/video.asp?id=3213252970


i think this is the vid you're referring to but it doesn't give that much info

[bentwire]

yeah i had to much shit on my clip board again

[Juggles]

Checked out the place 2 weeks ago. Owner said that 85% of the rooms now have refrigerators and the rest are going to have them soon (should be there by now).

He told me that if you pay in cash the rate is $40/night without taxes.

He is getting some new equipment for the on-site workout room and game area.

Things look like they are on the up and up. My only complaint is that aside from the bed, there is no furniture in the rooms. No nightstand, dressers, etc.

Oh well- at least the chick who works in the reservations office is smokin'.

[bentwire]

Would highly recomend this hotel,, very high quality rooms, with safe box and a owner who will do anything for your business

[JuanElGriego]

Would highly recomend this hotel,, very high quality rooms, with safe box and a owner who will do anything for your business

He could start by responding to the email i sent him a week ago.

[MyTio]

JuanElGriego Pm me if you want his cell phone see Breeze

[cainer]

U would think that since the owner is an ex flordian man, that he would knwo that customer service is very important and that he could lose lots of business by not replying to emails in a suffcient manner.

I also sent him an email 2 days ago and i did get a reply but, he basically ignored all my questions and i have to email him once again, I asked about 8 questions and he answered 1, the rate lol


Since he didnt reply to the question of them now having fridges in the room, can someone here confirm it? I beleive i read that it was going to happen, then not going to happen, then did happen. Im confused. Anyone with %100 info on this? thanks

[psriches]

U would think that since the owner is an ex flordian man, that he would knwo that customer service is very important and that he could lose lots of business by not replying to emails in a suffcient manner.

I also sent him an email 2 days ago and i did get a reply but, he basically ignored all my questions and i have to email him once again, I asked about 8 questions and he answered 1, the rate lol


Since he didnt reply to the question of them now having fridges in the room, can someone here confirm it? I beleive i read that it was going to happen, then not going to happen, then did happen. Im confused. Anyone with %100 info on this? thanksNot that i agree with this, but you're gonna have to call them if you want your questions answered. He doesn't want to be bothered with all the questions about bed, pool, fridge, etc. I spoke to him about that and he said he gets alot of "dumb" questions so as a result, stopped answering ALL of them (in a timely manner). We are not a priority anyway. He gets the majority of his business from the spill off at Casa Marina.

[Hemp]

I would suggest anyone to call rather than email when you need questions answered about a hotel in Sosua. To date i do all my reservations over the phone.

Those "biz owners" down there (with the exception of a few) are not exactly working on us "New Yorker Minute" time frames. so plan accordingly when dealing with there Lax business etiqette.



Not that i agree with this, but you're gonna have to call them if you want your questions answered. He doesn't want to be bothered with all the questions about bed, pool, fridge, etc. I spoke to him about that and he said he gets alot of "dumb" questions so as a result, stopped answering ALL of them (in a timely manner). We are not a priority anyway. He gets the majority of his business from the spill off at Casa Marina.

[yayow]

U would think that since the owner is an ex flordian man, that he would knwo that customer service is very important and that he could lose lots of business by not replying to emails in a suffcient manner.

I also sent him an email 2 days ago and i did get a reply but, he basically ignored all my questions and i have to email him once again, I asked about 8 questions and he answered 1, the rate lol


Since he didnt reply to the question of them now having fridges in the room, can someone here confirm it? I beleive i read that it was going to happen, then not going to happen, then did happen. Im confused. Anyone with %100 info on this? thanks

Spoke with him the 2 days ago and he said all the rooms now have fridges. I hope this information helps.

[JuanElGriego]

Not that i agree with this, but you're gonna have to call them if you want your questions answered. He doesn't want to be bothered with all the questions about bed, pool, fridge, etc. I spoke to him about that and he said he gets alot of "dumb" questions so as a result, stopped answering ALL of them (in a timely manner).

I have no problem with him ignoring "dumb" emails, but all i asked was if he had a room available for 10 days starting at a certain date. I don't think there's anything dumb in that email.

[psriches]

I have no problem with him ignoring "dumb" emails, but all i asked was if he had a room available for 10 days starting at a certain date. I don't think there's anything dumb in that email.I don't think any question is dumb if you're paying money!! The point is he doesn't really care if WE (mongers) book or not. The less amount of mongers walking around his place with hoes, the better it is for his AI family cliental. Or so he thinks!

I still say call if you want information.

[Jimmydr]

I don't think any question is dumb if you're paying money!! The point is he doesn't really care if WE (mongers) book or not. The less amount of mongers walking around his place with hoes, the better it is for his AI family cliental. Or so he thinks!

Guess what, its a recession and many families are staying home these days. Mongers are the only ones traveling 5 or more times a year.

[psriches]

Guess what, its a recession and many families are staying home these days. Mongers are the only ones traveling 5 or more times a year.True but out of 10 emails that he ignores, 5 of those mongers will still book (i'd be 1 of the 5) and that's good enough for him.

[Jimmydr]

True but out of 10 emails that he ignores, 5 of those mongers will still book (i'd be 1 of the 5) and that's good enough for him.

Yea but you never know who you lose. I just spent 21 days in a hotel in Medellin. You want guys that spend many many days in your place. Answer every e mail and you may never lose these guys.

[psriches]

Yea but you never know who you lose. I just spent 21 days in a hotel in Medellin. You want guys that spend many many days in your place. Answer every e mail and you may never lose these guys.True but if he's not targeting mongers, what are you gonna do?? That's how he's running his business right now and he doesn't feel like he's losing out catching 5 out of 10.

[Jimmydr]

True but if he's not targeting mongers, what are you gonna do?? That's how he's running his business right now and he doesn't feel like he's losing out catching 5 out of 10.

Its just funny cause i seen 100's of guys go out of business there over the past years.

[psriches]

Its just funny cause i seen 100's of guys go out of business there over the past years.You may be right and he could go under. But if you think about it, what competition does he have amongst hotels that really serve our needs? I think he'll be fine. He's hooked into the Casa Marina camp and that' a good source of referral.

[JuanElGriego]

The point is he doesn't really care if WE (mongers) book or not. The less amount of mongers walking around his place with hoes, the better it is for his AI family cliental. Or so he thinks!


That's odd considering he advertises his place as being "a true singles-friendly hotel".

Isn't that code for monger-friendly?

Why put that on there if you don't particularly care for that type?

[MyTio]

I belive one of his issue is that he is not computer guy

[Jimmydr]

I belive one of his issue is that he is not computer guy

E mailing: a 7 year old can do it. If you can't master this, no way will a guy succeed in any sort of business. Just my opinion.

[psriches]

That's odd considering he advertises his place as being "a true singles-friendly hotel".

Isn't that code for monger-friendly?

Why put that on there if you don't particularly care for that type?I think that was the plan from the beginning until Casa Marina entered the picture. But i'm sure he'll come back to his senses.

[Jimmydr]

I think that was the plan from the beginning until Casa Marina entered the picture. But i'm sure he'll come back to his senses.

Rental income lost, is lost forever. Look at the NG. From 22 rooms to 40. He was a family business for 10 years, then the wife split. Look at him now!

[Malibook]

If it's that hard to get a reservation for whatever reason and it's full thanks to it's association with Casa Marina why not just face reality and cross this hotel off the ISOC hotel list for now?

It's a nice enough hotel but it's not like there aren't other alternatives.

[psriches]

If it's that hard to get a reservation for whatever reason and it's full thanks to it's association with Casa Marina why not just face reality and cross this hotel off the ISOC hotel list for now?

It's a nice enough hotel but it's not like there aren't other alternatives.Actually it's not that many alternatives. And that's why he still gets our business without answering emails in a timely manner.

[Jimmydr]

Actually it's not that many alternatives. And that's why he still gets our business without answering emails in a timely manner.

There are plenty actually, Santo domingo, colombia, Thailand, Brazil to name a few.:D:D:D:D

[psriches]

Rental income lost, is lost forever. Look at the NG. From 22 rooms to 40. He was a family business for 10 years, then the wife split. Look at him now!The jury is still out on that one!! Rental income is not that simple to find and none of these places are ever 100% booked. I haven't booked a reservation in almost a year now and you know how much i travel.

[psriches]

There are plenty actually, Santo domingo, colombia, Thailand, Brazil to name a few.:D:D:D:DI know this is a joke!! Right?:rolleyes:

[Jimmydr]

I know this is a joke!! Right?:rolleyes:

Yes it is, but actually, if you are a regular, you will always have your room. I knew when I was going and always had a room at the NG.

[Hemp]

hey Juan,

theres always old reliable.............Europa!!!

:p

its where i met my baby mama, Naomi the great whom i heard is pounding the clisante strip again :eek:

[Jimmydr]

The jury is still out on that one!! Rental income is not that simple to find and none of these places are ever 100% booked. I haven't booked a reservation in almost a year now and you know how much i travel.


If you have 12 empty rooms last Wednesday, that rent is gone forever. If you have a store with inventory, tomorrow is another day. Answering e mails is easy enough. The mansion in Medellin answered all they e mails to say the least and they were 90% booked 6 months in advance with deposits which help in the cash flows.

[psriches]

hey Juan,

theres always old reliable.............Europa!!!

:p

its where i met my baby mama, Naomi the great whom i heard is pounding the clisante strip again :eek:Noooo.... There's nothing wrong with Seabreeze. Dude just doesn't answer emails in a timely manner. But i'd still recommend the place.

[Malibook]

A difference of opinion I guess. I thought there were many hotels that were monger friendly and a fair number that cater more to families, plus Casa Marina and Sosua Bay for AI's. While you may find less other options than you'd like there are still more than a sufficient number of available accommodations available even at peak times if you plan ahead. I've never had an issue getting a hotel room, condo or villa in Sosua when I wanted so for me there is no shortage.

Not bad for a place as small as Sosua.

I don't give my money to businesses that have what I think are shoddy business practices. Most of the posts about this hotel seem to be saying that they don't like the way this place does business. If that's the case then why bother? There's no sense in trying to figure out what's going on in the owner's mind but if you don't like the way he's doing business then why even consider his hotel?




Actually it's not that many alternatives. And that's why he still gets our business without answering emails in a timely manner.

[Jimmydr]

A difference of opinion I guess. I thought there were many hotels that were monger friendly and a fair number that cater more to families, plus Casa Marina and Sosua Bay for AI's. While you may find less other options than you'd like there are still more than a sufficient number of available accommodations available even at peak times if you plan ahead. I've never had an issue getting a hotel room, condo or villa in Sosua when I wanted so for me there is no shortage.

Not bad for a place as small as Sosua.

I don't give my money to businesses that have what I think are shoddy business practices. Most of the posts about this hotel seem to be saying that they don't like the way this place does business. If that's the case then why bother? There's no sense in trying to figure out what's going on in the owner's mind but if you don't like the way he's doing business then why even consider his hotel?


Well its Sundau night and some of us have no where to go. :D:D:D:D

[Hemp]

Apos,

i understand ya point, i personally thought the place seemed cool only odd thing was no fridges. but said owner seems to have fixed that.

he should hire a english speaking chica to answer emails all day...



A difference of opinion I guess. I thought there were many hotels that were monger friendly and a fair number that cater more to families, plus Casa Marina and Sosua Bay for AI's. While you may find less other options than you'd like there are still more than a sufficient number of available accommodations available even at peak times if you plan ahead. I've never had an issue getting a hotel room, condo or villa in Sosua when I wanted so for me there is no shortage.

Not bad for a place as small as Sosua.

I don't give my money to businesses that have what I think are shoddy business practices. Most of the posts about this hotel seem to be saying that they don't like the way this place does business. If that's the case then why bother? There's no sense in trying to figure out what's going on in the owner's mind but if you don't like the way he's doing business then why even consider his hotel?

[JuanElGriego]

hey Juan,

theres always old reliable.............Europa!!!

:p



No way, dunny!

I remember merely zipping by there on a moto on my way to Passion and getting the chills just seeing the bitches congregated out there.


http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/imagehosting/638448bb4c23c6627.jpg

[psriches]

A difference of opinion I guess. I thought there were many hotels that were monger friendly and a fair number that cater more to families, plus Casa Marina and Sosua Bay for AI's. While you may find less other options than you'd like there are still more than a sufficient number of available accommodations available even at peak times if you plan ahead. I've never had an issue getting a hotel room, condo or villa in Sosua when I wanted so for me there is no shortage.

Not bad for a place as small as Sosua.

I don't give my money to businesses that have what I think are shoddy business practices. Most of the posts about this hotel seem to be saying that they don't like the way this place does business. If that's the case then why bother? There's no sense in trying to figure out what's going on in the owner's mind but if you don't like the way he's doing business then why even consider his hotel?The Hotel is very clean, $40-$50 a night, good security, no silly bitches hanging around harrassing you and your chica, the cleanest linen i've seen (washed with bleach), pool, fridge, on premis parking, flat screen tv's, brand new beds, air con, centrally located, etc, etc, etc.

So late responses to my emails wont stop me from booking. I guess it is a difference of opinion. :wink:

[psriches]

Hey JuanEl, another Apos bet?????????????????

[Malibook]

It IS a nice place, I agree. I've been there, had the tour and was offered a room but chose to stay at my condo.

If I remember right there was an availability because of a no show from an email reservation. :lol:

Didn't Uncle offer the cell number for the owner? I'd bet a phone call would get some questions answered and probably even a room reserved without all the hassle. :wink:
The Hotel is very clean, $40-$50 a night, good security, no silly bitches hanging around harrassing you and your chica, the cleanest linen i've seen (washed with bleach), pool, fridge, on premis parking, flat screen tv's, brand new beds, air con, centrally located, etc, etc, etc.

So late responses to my emails wont stop me from booking. I guess it is a difference of opinion. :wink:

[psriches]

It IS a nice place, I agree. I've been there, had the tour and was offered a room but chose to stay at my condo.

If I remember right there was an availability because of a no show from an email reservation. :lol:

Didn't Uncle offer the cell number for the owner? I'd bet a phone call would get some questions answered and probably even a room reserved without all the hassle. :wink:Which is what i've been saying from the beginning. :wink:


Costello: What's the guy's name on first base?
Abbott: No. What is on second.
Costello: I'm not asking you who's on second.
Abbott: Who's on first.
Costello: I don't know.
Abbott: He's on third, we're not talking about him.
Costello: Now how did I get on third base?
Abbott: Why you mentioned his name.
Costello: If I mentioned the third baseman's name, who did I say is playing third?
Abbott: No. Who's playing first.
Costello: What's on first?
Abbott: What's on second.
Costello: I don't know.
Abbott: He's on third.
Costello: There I go, back on third again!

[Dick Dawson]

A difference of opinion I guess. I thought there were many hotels that were monger friendly and a fair number that cater more to families, plus Casa Marina and Sosua Bay for AI's. While you may find less other options than you'd like there are still more than a sufficient number of available accommodations available even at peak times if you plan ahead. I've never had an issue getting a hotel room, condo or villa in Sosua when I wanted so for me there is no shortage.

Not bad for a place as small as Sosua.

I don't give my money to businesses that have what I think are shoddy business practices. Most of the posts about this hotel seem to be saying that they don't like the way this place does business. If that's the case then why bother? There's no sense in trying to figure out what's going on in the owner's mind but if you don't like the way he's doing business then why even consider his hotel?



So..... I guess you'd recommend.... Rocky's?

[Malibook]

So..... I guess you'd recommend.... Rocky's?It' hard to beat for price and location as well as food and atmosphere but I like to have a more private and isolated base. Think Las Canas, a condo or a villa. If there's something available at Rocky's it's perfect for a nooner with a beach chica or someone other than a regular. No sense rubbing the other chicas in her face. :D

Where do you like?

[Malibook]

Which is what i've been saying from the beginning. :wink: Or at least from post 147 ;)

[cainer]

Didn't Uncle offer the cell number for the owner? I'd bet a phone call would get some questions answered and probably even a room reserved without all the hassle. :wink:

I emailed him and two days later i got a reply but, he only replied to one of the 7 qeustions i had asked in my email. So, i call him. I got a female answering the phone

ME: hola, habla inglis?

Reception, hablo un poquito inglis

Me: bueno, porque, yo no hablo espanol muy bien

I then spoke english and she didnt understand to well and the questions that she did reply to, i couldnt understand her, with her accent.

Muchas gracias, adios

So, i recent and email to seabreezes and i did get a reply back in 24 hours(so, thats good) but, the email stated $50 a night.

My email to him

Id like to know how much for a week, dec 13th to the 20th

and how much for the week of jan 13th to the 20th/2009.

Id like a/c a fridge and a safe. Do u have a room available with all the above items? thanks


His reply

Hello,
the room that you request is $50.00 dollars plus tax % 58.00
a/c. ridge, plasma tv, wifi, safety deposit box.....
thank you
HOTEL SEA BREEZE SOSUA



I hope his reply was based on two beds (double room) and not the standard room. Maybe its more during peak time. Im still Not sure.

[MrHappy]

I'm surprised he doesn' get some bored expat to answer his emails. That's what I'd do.

Pay em' minimum wage to sit there and hammer them out.

[psriches]

Call and ask for the boss. "quiero hablar con el jefe" (sounds like hefaa) at (809)571-4712!! The boss speaks perfect english and he's there everyday. If the chica didn't put him on the phone it's because you didn't ask to speak with him. He'll answer all your questions on the phone.

It's still a nice place to book. I've stayed there twice and have no complaints. If the room isn't to your liking, just ask to switch rooms. None of these places are ever 100% booked so i'm sure you'll get a room to your liking!!

Eventually he'll get the email/answer questions/reservation thing straightened out, but right now it's just not a priority. He feels he's doing fine the way things are. It is what it is!!

[KoKi9290]

Just spent 3 days there. Had nice room (202A) with 1 queen bed, frig and great a/c. The lockbox was small, the kind you can get for $30 at Target. Service was excellent. Had a chica for the first night and a novia arriving second day. Asked for a complete change of sheets to cover my tracks and they had no problem complying. Much as I like New Garden, this is an excellent option.

[cainer]

Just spent 3 days there. Had nice room (202A) with 1 queen bed, frig and great a/c. The lockbox was small, the kind you can get for $30 at Target. Service was excellent. Had a chica for the first night and a novia arriving second day. Asked for a complete change of sheets to cover my tracks and they had no problem complying. Much as I like New Garden, this is an excellent option.

How much did u pay for your room and can u avoid the taxes if u pay in cash???

Most places ignore the tax, if u pay in cash and no paper trial is nom longer apparent of your stay there.

[JuanElGriego]

How much did u pay for your room and can u avoid the taxes if u pay in cash???

Most places ignore the tax, if u pay in cash and no paper trial is nom longer apparent of your stay there.

You sound like some of my customers.

Can't speak a lick of English but for "discount" and "no tax". :rolleyes:

[MyTio]

JuanElGriego have you book your room yet

[KoKi9290]

I paid $46.50 per nite for the room taxes included

[Juggles]

The Hotel is very clean, $40-$50 a night, good security, no silly bitches hanging around harrassing you and your chica, the cleanest linen i've seen (washed with bleach), pool, fridge, on premis parking, flat screen tv's, brand new beds, air con, centrally located, etc, etc, etc.

So late responses to my emails wont stop me from booking. I guess it is a difference of opinion. :wink:


ALso, there is always reliable staff, be it security, maintenance and an owner that lives on-site.

Check-outs and arrivals are accomodated at anytime, and the owner is a straight-shooter.

Compared to other options- the hotel is certainly unique in its location, relative quiet, upkeep, and the general 'vibe' that it puts out.

If only he'd answer those damn e-mails....

[Juggles]

Call and ask for the boss. "quiero hablar con el jefe" (sounds like hefaa) at (809)571-4712!! The boss speaks perfect english and he's there everyday. If the chica didn't put him on the phone it's because you didn't ask to speak with him. He'll answer all your questions on the phone.

It's still a nice place to book. I've stayed there twice and have no complaints. If the room isn't to your liking, just ask to switch rooms. None of these places are ever 100% booked so i'm sure you'll get a room to your liking!!

Eventually he'll get the email/answer questions/reservation thing straightened out, but right now it's just not a priority. He feels he's doing fine the way things are. It is what it is!!

The Owner's name is G-had and he is there 75% of the time with the other 25% being in Miami, where his family lives.

Calling is best, as I recall only seeing a laptop computer in the office 1 of 4 times I visited.

[cainer]

You sound like some of my customers.

Can't speak a lick of English but for "discount" and "no tax". :rolleyes:

Is this a bad thing? Is there something wrong with someone trying to save a few bucks? Im confused on your response.

[Cuba Libre]

The Hotel is very clean, $40-$50 a night, good security, no silly bitches hanging around harrassing you and your chica, the cleanest linen i've seen (washed with bleach), pool, fridge, on premis parking, flat screen tv's, brand new beds, air con, centrally located, etc, etc, etc.

So late responses to my emails wont stop me from booking. I guess it is a difference of opinion. :wink:The problem is not LATE responses, it is no responses.

Something is wrong with his email. I first tried to book a room via email and didn't get a response. I had a friend that was in Sosua at the time walk in a and make the reservation. He watched Jihad send me the email confirmation. I never received it.

[Cuba Libre]

[/YELLOW]

Spoke with him the 2 days ago and he said all the rooms now have fridges. I hope this information helps.Not 100% true, I was there after this was posted, and my room, and a buddy's room did not have fridges. However, he managed to provide fridges when requested.

[cainer]

so, what was your overall experience at Sea Breezes?

[Passport Playa]

If you guys are so happy with NG why are you considering moving to another hotel. ? It would seem to meet your needs completely. Prompt responses to emails, willing to host bikini parties and chicas on site.

My fellow ISOC member,

Please do not underestimate the value of competition. I will make my maiden visit to Sosua in three plus weeks. I was relatively sure that I was going to stay at the New Garden. After reading this post, I am not as sure as I once was. Competition provides options. Options allows us to make choices. A man with options is a dangerous man!

The Mac Man

[Passport Playa]

Another thing you could do is get a cheap ass cooler just down the street and fill it with some ice for you beverages. When you are out daily, just stop by the store and get a bag of ice. The AC in the rooms should help the ice.


My friend,

This is the epitome of improvising. I think I will take one for the team and stay here when I visit in a couple of weeks. Thanks man!

The Mac Man

[Cuba Libre]

so, what was your overall experience at Sea Breezes?I liked it. The beds and beddings were new, so they were comfortable. The air-conditioners and TVs are new (Jihad says there are 2 pron channels, I couldn't get them) and work well.

The rooms are a little small, but they all the same size, so there are no surprises. The location is good. Jihad and the rest of the staff are friendly.

The price was right. I paid $40US, next time the rate goes to $46US.

[ralphie1]

http://www.perfspot.com/video2/video.asp?id=3213252970


i think this is the vid you're referring to but it doesn't give that much info


this vid suggests they are trying to cater to families? lots of pics of nationals and children

[bentwire]

you need to go and find out, you might be supprised

[Citynights]

stayed at the Sea Breeze from feb.26-mar12.....I usually stay at the new garden but it was full up...I e-mailed them saying I was ISOC member and friend of wilfred....got a reply within a couple days and cofirmed the dates within two more days...recieved reversation # in the email reply... no problems...G-Had is a easy guy to deal with....staff speak excellent english..had pics but lost a memory card ...:( one of those drunken nites..:mrgreen:

[cainer]

stayed at the Sea Breeze from feb.26-mar12.....I usually stay at the new garden but it was full up...I e-mailed them saying I was ISOC member and friend of wilfred....got a reply within a couple days and cofirmed the dates within two more days...recieved reversation # in the email reply... no problems...G-Had is a easy guy to deal with....staff speak excellent english..had pics but lost a memory card ...:( one of those drunken nites..:mrgreen:

I hope that lost memory card didnt also have your chica pics:)

[Citynights]

I hope that lost memory card didnt also have your chica pics:)

yes I did loose some chica pics :( but most of pics ...are same as Jimbo44
will post soon on my trip have downloaded my pics...;)

[infa]

is the only way to get in touch with the seabreeze to call? i tried e-mailing them but it bounced back.

edit: nevermind even with the bounce back i received a response a few hours later.. so don't be alarmed if your initial email to them bounces back, i guess.

[Roy]

is the only way to get in touch with the seabreeze to call? i tried e-mailing them but it bounced back. edit: nevermind even with the bounce back i received a response a few hours later.. so don't be alarmed if your initial email to them bounces back, i guess.

Gihad stays on top of the e-mail, checks and re-checks all day long... that is until he goes to Flow and gets his Benedicta on. Damned guy drinks a chick drink and tries to pass it off as cool.. LOL.

He's still got the place full, looking good, and spends time looking out for his guests on Pedro Clisante.

[Train Kept a Rollin2000]

I was searching for something else on the site and I happened upon this thread. I can't say enough good things about the Sea Breeze. I'm probably gonna sound like a shill for this place but I'm not. JDR has met me. I've stayed there four times this year and I'm not too easy to please.

The most important aspect is that Jihad runs the place as much as an American hotel as he can, under Dominican circumstances.

The bed sheets are changed everyday (yes-I checked this by marking my sheets), used soap is replaced everyday, his staff has a high level of integrity (I've heard stories that I'm not going to repeat), he has continuous power (he has his own generator that he runs - this last trip he came close to rationing the power only because the fuel supplier was going to ration fuel to him), the air conditioners are kick ass, he's got standard cable tv, the water pressure is great and there is a lot more hot water than many of the other hotels I've stayed at, his pool is always sparkling clean, he now has 24 hour soda, beer, water, etc., the grounds are landscaped and manicured, the staff strictly adheres to security protocol (no chica inside without a cedulla; and they can't leave the grounds unless you give the ok for them to leave).

And last but not least, he treats his guests like friends and with respect. For example, he's taken more than one person for medical attention when they needed it and he is always very helpful with the guests' needs.

I highly recommend this hotel.

[MrHappy]

I was searching for something else on the site and I happened upon this thread. I can't say enough good things about the Sea Breeze. I'm probably gonna sound like a shill for this place but I'm not. JDR has met me. I've stayed there four times this year and I'm not too easy to please.

The most important aspect is that Jihad runs the place as much as an American hotel as he can, under Dominican circumstances.

The bed sheets are changed everyday (yes-I checked this by marking my sheets), used soap is replaced everyday, his staff has a high level of integrity (I've heard stories that I'm not going to repeat), he has continuous power (he has his own generator that he runs - this last trip he came close to rationing the power only because the fuel supplier was going to ration fuel to him), the air conditioners are kick ass, he's got standard cable tv, the water pressure is great and there is a lot more hot water than many of the other hotels I've stayed at, his pool is always sparkling clean, he now has 24 hour soda, beer, water, etc., the grounds are landscaped and manicured, the staff strictly adheres to security protocol (no chica inside without a cedulla; and they can't leave the grounds unless you give the ok for them to leave).

And last but not least, he treats his guests like friends and with respect. For example, he's taken more than one person for medical attention when they needed it and he is always very helpful with the guests' needs.

I highly recommend this hotel.

I agree with everything you said, except for one point.

I have never heard of a fuel supplier rationing fuel. That one doesn't hold water.

[3somefan]

I was searching for something else on the site and I happened upon this thread. I can't say enough good things about the Sea Breeze. I'm probably gonna sound like a shill for this place but I'm not. JDR has met me. I've stayed there four times this year and I'm not too easy to please.

The most important aspect is that Jihad runs the place as much as an American hotel as he can, under Dominican circumstances.

The bed sheets are changed everyday (yes-I checked this by marking my sheets), used soap is replaced everyday, his staff has a high level of integrity (I've heard stories that I'm not going to repeat), he has continuous power (he has his own generator that he runs - this last trip he came close to rationing the power only because the fuel supplier was going to ration fuel to him), the air conditioners are kick ass, he's got standard cable tv, the water pressure is great and there is a lot more hot water than many of the other hotels I've stayed at, his pool is always sparkling clean, he now has 24 hour soda, beer, water, etc., the grounds are landscaped and manicured, the staff strictly adheres to security protocol (no chica inside without a cedulla; and they can't leave the grounds unless you give the ok for them to leave).

And last but not least, he treats his guests like friends and with respect. For example, he's taken more than one person for medical attention when they needed it and he is always very helpful with the guests' needs.

I highly recommend this hotel.


I agree with everything you said, except for one point.

I have never heard of a fuel supplier rationing fuel. That one doesn't hold water.

You are right Mr Happy, that doesn't sound to realistic.

I have never had any issues with Jihad.. Only issue I currently have is the safes. Have they been replaced is my main question. Still we have no definite answer that is current.

[Train Kept a Rollin2000]

I agree with everything you said, except for one point.

I have never heard of a fuel supplier rationing fuel. That one doesn't hold water.


At the time (this past November, around the 11th or so) there was a major power outage (I know, nothing new) that lasted a long time and covered a wide area. The explanation was that many people were using generators and thus the fuel became a commodity very much in demand (think back to 1970's fuel "shortage"). I trust Jihad and saw no reason for him to lie, especially when he is not cheap in spending money on the hotel and it's necessities. Jihad made sure the hotel's generators were running when other hotels weren't, all the while I heard him tell the maid to leave the ac on in a room where the guy likes it like that. I don't find it too outrageous that the fuel supplier was looking to get paid a little extra for his fuel because it was then in demand, especially from a guy like Jihad who always runs his generator when needed.

Suffice it to say, I don't think anybody has anything bad to say about the guy or his hotel. Ans that's why I'm going to stay there again when I return in a couple of weeks.

And to answer your question about the safes - he has the same safes now as were there when I stayed there in February and June.

[MrHappy]

I don't find it too outrageous that the fuel supplier was looking to get paid a little extra for his fuel because it was then in demand, especially from a guy like Jihad who always runs his generator when needed.

Suffice it to say, I don't think anybody has anything bad to say about the guy or his hotel. Ans that's why I'm going to stay there again when I return in a couple of weeks.



For what it's worth, no supplier is trying to get paid "a little extra" for his fuel. Quite the contrary. Fuel suppliers frequently offer discounts on fuel to get people to buy from them.

I personally get Diesel fuel at 10 pesos less a gallon than what folks pay at the pump, and with 15 day terms.

It's been quite a while since the DR has experienced any fuel shortages.

If Jihad's supplier was telling him that, he was pulling his leg. He needs to find another supplier.(and negotiate a discount, if he doesn't have one already)

[Train Kept a Rollin2000]

For what it's worth, no supplier is trying to get paid "a little extra" for his fuel. Quite the contrary. Fuel suppliers frequently offer discounts on fuel to get people to buy from them.

I personally get Diesel fuel at 10 pesos less a gallon than what folks pay at the pump, and with 15 day terms.

It's been quite a while since the DR has experienced any fuel shortages.

If Jihad's supplier was telling him that, he was pulling his leg. He needs to find another supplier.(and negotiate a discount, if he doesn't have one already)

It was a simple matter of supply and demand of fuel and it appeared that Jihad almost fell victim to fuel price gouging, which does happen during times of high demand, in contrast to the situation you describe representing times of supply exceeding demand, and this is all really irrelevant to the review of the Sea Breeze Hotel.

The hotel is a well run, clean, secure affordable place to stay in Sosua. Nuff said. Thanks.

[JD426]

And to answer your question about the safes - he has the same safes now as were there when I stayed there in February and June.

Since YOU brought it up, what Make and Model # Safe would that be ??

and this "fuel (ie diesel) rationing" story is the biggest bunch of BS I have ever heard. If there was rationing going on, I think we would have heard about it. Truckers & ships use a lot more diesel than all the generators in the Dr combined, running all at once.

[mikelodge]

At the time (this past November, around the 11th or so) there was a major power outage (I know, nothing new) that lasted a long time and covered a wide area. The explanation was that many people were using generators and thus the fuel became a commodity very much in demand (think back to 1970's fuel "shortage"). I trust Jihad and saw no reason for him to lie, especially when he is not cheap in spending money on the hotel and it's necessities. Jihad made sure the hotel's generators were running when other hotels weren't, all the while I heard him tell the maid to leave the ac on in a room where the guy likes it like that. I don't find it too outrageous that the fuel supplier was looking to get paid a little extra for his fuel because it was then in demand, especially from a guy like Jihad who always runs his generator when needed.

Suffice it to say, I don't think anybody has anything bad to say about the guy or his hotel. Ans that's why I'm going to stay there again when I return in a couple of weeks.

And to answer your question about the safes - he has the same safes now as were there when I stayed there in February and June.

Just to agree then that you are not being a shill as You put it. I am not a schill for anyone either but the sentry $20 Locking Letter Boxes intended as fireproof boxes to protect documents that have been pic'd in many posts are NOT safes.
Bolted to a shelf and easily opened proven many times and ways ENOUGH said.

Whatever works for you great. Some of us are into our security and don't want or need to have to run to an ATM everyday. Peace

[jimrock187]

how did you guys rsvp? did you email or did you call? I sent an email to seabreeze, hopefully there are rooms available in January 2010

[Summit]

how did you guys rsvp? did you email or did you call? I sent an email to seabreeze, hopefully there are rooms available in January 2010

I recently made a reservation via email: admin@hotelseabreezesosuadr.com

I was given a reservation number so it seems pretty well organized.

[daddyooo]

Just to agree then that you are not being a shill as You put it. I am not a schill for anyone either but the sentry $20 Locking Letter Boxes intended as fireproof boxes to protect documents that have been pic'd in many posts are NOT safes.
Bolted to a shelf and easily opened proven many times and ways ENOUGH said.

Whatever works for you great. Some of us are into our security and don't want or need to have to run to an ATM everyday. Peace



They sell the type of safes he needs just down the street at the department store for $85 each.




http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=119&pictureid=3245

[3somefan]

They sell the type of safes he needs just down the street at the department store for $85 each.




Click to see pic (http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/picture.php?albumid=119&pictureid=3245)

You would think that with how they are pretty full all the time, that they'd be able to afford the upgrade! I mean even if they added an additional $ 5 a night to help make back the investment, I would have no issue with that for the added security.

For the value, customer service and security.. I still say the New Garden wins hands down! Sea Breeze would be much closer with a simple fix of the safes. IMHO.

[mikelodge]

You would think that with how they are pretty full all the time, that they'd be able to afford the upgrade! I mean even if they added an additional $ 5 a night to help make back the investment, I would have no issue with that for the added security.

For the value, customer service and security.. I still say the New Garden wins hands down! Sea Breeze would be much closer with a simple fix of the safes. IMHO.

I love the part about the confirmation number :lol:
I have an old Guest Tracker Program I would love to sell him left over from my resort days.

[kris boog]

Can someone tell me exactly where this hotel is located. I though it was located on the same block as New Garden but accross the street in the opposite direction of Rockys. However according to the website it is not. Can someone direct me to this hotel from NG.

[mikelodge]

Can someone tell me exactly where this hotel is located. I though it was located on the same block as New Garden but accross the street in the opposite direction of Rockys. However according to the website it is not. Can someone direct me to this hotel from NG.

You might want to check out the recent (this week) posts on the 2 new hotels opening both right on DR Rosen not off on a side street somewhere. Both the new hotels including the cheaper $40 or so one are willing to include electronic safes. That one it said was from the owners of Casa Valaria. The other one Terra Linda will also have the real safes in the next price point a few buck more.
To answer your question I don't know the name of that busy street where you have to pass that busy 5 way corner intersection that I try to avoid.

[borninusa]

Check out: "Nice Map of Sosua" Thread

[Hemp]

Is Jihad giving an sort of ISOC discount?

[3somefan]

Is Jihad giving an sort of ISOC discount?

He didn't when I was there, but that was back in February. $40 a night though is real nice, just ask about the safes...

[JuanElGriego]

Is Jihad giving an sort of ISOC discount?

Don't know about any discount but what's in order is a good talking-to his Security guy. Last time i stayed there, my last night, i kinda got myself in a mix with 2 different girls. I won't go into all the details but it was an ugly scene at Merengue bar and only got uglier later. I thought i'd handled it by telling them both i was going home alone with the intention of having one meet me at my crib. On my way back to the hotel i called that one and told her to come over only when i got there the other slick-ass bitch had beaten me to my room by jumping on a moto and was standing outside my door when i got there. :rolleyes: Now i had her outside my room and the one i called on my way home waiting to come upstairs. I'll save the ending as the purpose of the post is the chick shoulda never been allowed to enter and come upstairs when i wasn't there. No chico no chica should be the rule no matter how many times the security might have seen her there before.

[the_Jayman]

just ask about the safes...

I'll take a buch of pictures of them on Jan. 18th ! ! ! !

[mikelodge]

I'll take a buch of pictures of them on Jan. 18th ! ! ! !

You mean like this


http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/imagehosting/thum_160414afc53b14e895.jpg (javascript:void(0))

Oh I should point out this is not from Sea Breeze rather from a hotel with high security where no street person of any type whether it be whore or psycho criminal robber man is allowed in.

http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/imagehosting/thum_160414af1ca1d6558b.jpg (javascript:void(0))

Oh sorry that's not it either it is a Sentry locking letter box not heavy like this


http://news.insearchofchicas.org/forum/imagehosting/thum_160414b2c4ca8145a3.jpg (javascript:void(0))


This is the one nice and small even a Muy Flaca Puta could carry it. :rofl:

Somebody should be paying for this kind of info :lol: hint hint someone owes me some beer.

[Jonew1]

Does anybody have any info on The size of the rooms here at the Seabreeze hotel? Im just curious if they are anywhere close to the same size as a room at the mary rose or the tradewinds. thanks

[TONYTNT40]

Does anybody have any info on The size of the rooms here at the Seabreeze hotel? Im just curious if they are anywhere close to the same size as a room at the mary rose or the tradewinds. thanks

Never been to the those place but the Seabreeze rooms are very small.

[snoozer]

Never been to the those place but the Seabreeze rooms are very small.

The rooms at Sea Breeze are average size. Similar to NG and Rockies.

[Dave Diaz]

The rooms at Sea Breeze are average size. Similar to NG and Rockies.

Agreed. Its probably the a little bigger than pieros smallest room but a lil smaller than the bigger one or just about the same size. Same with don antonios so I would agree with that it is a standard room.

[DMV]

Does anybody have any info on The size of the rooms here at the Seabreeze hotel? Im just curious if they are anywhere close to the same size as a room at the mary rose or the tradewinds. thanks

I know you are looking at the Seabreeze, but I might suggest El Rancho. It received some bad reviews when it first open. but I stayed there last week and it was nice.

Standard size rooms, safes, big showers to do freaky things, quiet and has Wifi in the pool area.

Also they were great in replying to my emails.

[Chief Papi Lindo]

Does anybody have any info on The size of the rooms here at the Seabreeze hotel? Im just curious if they are anywhere close to the same size as a room at the mary rose or the tradewinds. thanks

sea breeze rooms are big enough to do what you are there to do..$40 bux a night...water is always hot...i dont think you will be uncomfortable..there are also rooms with 2 beds in them

[Mr. Smooth]

I would say the rooms are about 4 cubits wide by about 5-6 cubits long. Big enough so that you don't have to go outside to change your mind!

[DMV]

I would say the rooms are about 4 cubits wide by about 5-6 cubits long. Big enough so that you don't have to go outside to change your mind!


I haven't saw that word since I read about Moses and his Ark.:rofl::rofl::rofl:

[TNT72]

I haven't saw that word since I read about Moses and his Ark.:rofl::rofl::rofl:

I read it and thought..........WTF is a cubit! Hahahahaha

[weyland]

I haven't saw that word since I read about Moses and his Ark.:rofl::rofl::rofl:
Wrong Ark!

[DMV]

Wrong Ark!

???????
The dimensions of the Ark of the Covenant were 1 1/2 cubits in width and height and 2 1/2 cubits in length.

And the Mongering Gods said go forth and build a Hotel.

[Apos]

Since when did Moses have an ark?


























Now Noah, he had an ARK! :D

[DMV]

Since when did Moses have an ark?


























Now Noah, he had an ARK! :D


The Ark of the Covenant!!!

Didn't you see the first Indiana Jones movie? You might find it on Netflix

[JD426]

???????
The dimensions of the Ark of the Covenant were 1 1/2 cubits in width and height and 2 1/2 cubits in length.

And the Mongering Gods said go forth and build a Hotel.

I never thought I would live long enough to see the day that Sir Weyland got Schooled on ANY BOOK, let alone the Bible.
But I think it just happened...
LOL... Nicely done DMV ...

[weyland]

???????
The dimensions of the Ark of the Covenant were 1 1/2 cubits in width and height and 2 1/2 cubits in length.
You are totally correct. I assumed that by the time they got to this Ark they had gone metric.

You have totally kicked my ass on this one and I humbly apologize. At least I took down Apos with me.

That is the third time in two days I have messed up. I will have to start checking my sources more carefully before I make smart-ass posts.

[weyland]

I never thought I would live long enough to see the day that Sir Weyland got Schooled on ANY BOOK, let alone the Bible.
But I think it just happened...
LOL... Nicely done DMV ...
Totally humiliated. One book I never read. Never spent enough time in lonely hotel rooms, I guess.

[snoozer]

http://youtu.be/bputeFGXEjA

A very young Bill Cosby doing his famous piece about Noah. Whenever I hear the word cubit I think of this

[Apos]

Allow me :D


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bputeFGXEjA&feature=player_embedded#at=40


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[snoozer]

Allow me :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bputeFGXEjA&feature=player_embedded#at=40
I was editing my post at the same time

[Apos]

Of course you could just refer to his previous post on the subject...:rolleyes:
I haven't saw that word since I read about Moses and his Ark.:rofl::rofl::rofl:


You are totally correct. I assumed that by the time they got to this Ark they had gone metric.

You have totally kicked my ass on this one and I humbly apologize. At least I took down Apos with me.

That is the third time in two days I have messed up. I will have to start checking my sources more carefully before I make smart-ass posts.

[Jonew1]

I know you are looking at the Seabreeze, but I might suggest El Rancho. It received some bad reviews when it first open. but I stayed there last week and it was nice.

Standard size rooms, safes, big showers to do freaky things, quiet and has Wifi in the pool area.

Also they were great in replying to my emails.


do they have a website that i can check out?

[Apos]

do they have a website that i can check out?

http://www.hotelelranchososua.com/3.html

[Mr. Smooth]

http://youtu.be/bputeFGXEjA

A very young Bill Cosby doing his famous piece about Noah. Whenever I hear the word cubit I think of this

Oh my! You guys are just too precious. I had that Bill Cosby record as a kid. When jonew asked about the size of the rooms, I just had to go with "cubit" as a measuring standard seeing as I can be a sarcastic son of a bitch with my sense of humor and he wouldn't have a clue what the hell I was talking about. It comes from the Cosby routine!

Had no idea this would take on a life of it's own.

Classic Cosby. Noah....Riiiiiight! What's a cubit?