We visited Couples Tower Isle last week. Here is our review
Our Room:
Our deluxe ocean view room was cozy and comfortable. Well-maintained. Great views. A very comfortable king-sized bed, a quiet ceiling fan, a well-stocked mini fridge, a coffee pot, an in-room safe, an en-suite bathroom, and plenty of closet space for a week. Room service (though we did not partake), daily housekeeping and nightly turndown service were all included. I have visited the Caribbean and or Mexico many times, at several brands of resorts. This room was by far the easiest to keep at a comfortable temperature, and the AC was quiet.
The Resort:
This intimate and romantic beachfront adults-only resort is delightful. It features six restaurants – two requiring reservations, five bars, four swimming pools, three hot tubs, a spa and a private clothing-optional island. Also featured and included many water sports such as kayaking, snorkelling, scuba diving, waterskiing, and paddle boarding. The beach area is large enough for the size of the hotel, with many options for shade if needed. The main pool has quite a bit of shade options as well, and of course, plenty of sun for those seeking that. The swim-up bar pool has a smaller deck and felt a bit more crowded, so we went briefly. The breeze was fairly steady, if not more than what was needed for our week, but we still had plenty of fun on the beach and in the waves.
The gym was quite well-equipped. We were able to get a few sessions in during the week. There were always others getting a sweat on, but enough equipment to accomplish what we needed. If a negative, there was only one fan to circulate air in the gym. Another fan or two would be good.
Entertainment:
The entertainment staff were always on hand, encouraging games etc during the day. Lots of options from pool volleyball to beach Olympics, cooking lessons, tie-dye t-shirts and the list goes on.
The evening's main show was really well done. Singing and dancing, the Caribbean night fire show was great, and the Silver Birds Steel drum band put on an amazing show as well.
The Piano bar was a highlight, especially the sing-along portions of the evening, lots of laughs and great drinks too.
Food and Drink:
Breakfast was for us buffet-style dining. All you can eat bacon is always a hit, and the delicious Blue Mountain coffee too. The omelette and waffle stations, made to order, were a nice touch too.
Lunch varied from buffet to the Pool Grill. Lots of options either way, and all were delicious, especially the chicken patties at the pool grill, YUM!
We visited each of the à la carte restaurants. All were great, our favourite being the Bayside Asian cuisine.
The Caribbean night feast was absolutely wonderful. Jerk pork was a standout, and curried goat and braised oxtail also really good.
The Martini Bar was really nice. Some welcome AC, and a great selection of very well-made martinis were a nice treat prior to dinner. Of note, the premium brand spirits were nice too, not just at the Martini bar but throughout the resort bars.
The beach bar service and drinks were excellent, never a long wait and always served with a smile.
The Java Café was also a great spot to stop in for a hit of caffeine. The service was quick and the beverages well made, even with a bit if rum cream added etc.
The Staff:
Everyone, from check-in to the final day shuttle loading, was simply fantastic. We felt welcome and valued by all.
Overall, we give this, our first Couple stay a fantastic rating. We will visit again, maybe CTI, maybe Sans Souci, but definitely recommend and will repeat.
