Posted by Sally4SanFrancisco, 31 May 2010
... both, but we're a little worried about all the bug complaints from Hamanasi (near Hopkins) travelers. On the other hand, is Chabil Mar Villas (near Placencia) too much like a condo resort, and are there as many good excursions from there? Thanks so much for any feedback at all ... more
Posted by katievalk, 31 May 2010
... CMV more upscale and a condo-hotel and about 2 miles from the village. Hamanasi has nice beachfront rooms and tree houses in the bush on the back of the property. You would be pleased with either, but I would opt for Placencia over Hopkins for the variety and options ... more
Posted by DrFeelAwesome, 31 May 2010
... enjoyed staying there. Both places would have pretty much the same great excursions. I find the beach in Placencia nicer, and you can walk to Placencia on the beach from CMV in 30 minutes or so. CMV is super nice condos, but they are well done.
Have a fun vacation ... more