I was going to deduct a star because $179/night seems expensive to me but I'm told this is not out of line given that it is a nice resort. The thing that I was VERY impressed with was the staff. The staff were EXCEPTIONAL by any standards -- nothing was too much trouble for them (and I am a lot of trouble!). The chap in the bar made me the best margarita I have ever had -- no mixer here! I watched him squeeze fresh limes, and he made me feel as though it was a pleasure for him to make it exactly the way I wanted it!
The breakfast wasn't exactly cheap ($20) for the buffet but again, the food was exceptional. Even on the Monday when many guests had already left the night before, there was a full buffet with every possible thing you could ask for, including a chef making individual omelettes to order, using clarified butter as opposed to some horrid oil -- fabulous!
There were two swimming pools, and a lovely poolside bar. There was free coffee etc in the lobby. There will soon be another restaurant opening near the reception with an indoor-outdoor feel and lovely views.
We were in room 185 and it was marvellously quiet despite the resort having multiple conferences happening.
But the main thing I loved was how lovely the staff were. It really makes a difference.
It was such a pleasant experience.