Considering the low economic surroundings in the immediate area, I’d say the resort did what it was supposed to do under the circumstances. I read the reviews more negative than positive prior to booking the trip and figured I’m only going to be there for the weekend to visit some friends so I’d give it a try. Much to my delight the place was great. I was attracted to the all inclusive deal of drinking and eating for free while I was in Santa Marta and will say I was very satisfied. Only few issue that I had was the bed was really firm and that they have sales reps trying to sell you vacation packages to other Decameroon resorts while you’re trying to relax. I also didn’t like that they had one sales individual asking my girlfriend personal questions that did not pertain to anything regarding the sales pitch while I was away getting the drinks. Other than that I think the resort suited my purpose for the time I was there.