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Grand Cayman: stay at Westin Casuarina or Marriott Beach Resort?

I am going on vacation to the Grand Caymans in May, but I am having trouble deciding on where to stay. I am in a wedding for the first three days and staying at the Westin Casuarina with the bridal party. I intended on staying there the next three nights, but I am just apprehensive about the cost. Those island resorts really add on the taxes! It is a FIVE-star hotel though, plus I would earn double points through my credit card b/c they are affiliates. So I looked at other places and the Marriott Resort is a 4-star hotel also on the beach. I could get a package with free breakfast by staying there, but no extra points. If I decide on the Westin, I would qualify for a $75 food/drink voucher. Has anyone stayed at either or both of these resorts and could give their feedback? I'd appreciate any. Thanks! By the way, here are sites to both places so you can view photos: Westin: http://www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1095 Marriott: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/gcmgc-grand-cayman-marriott-beach-resort/ And I know I'd be paying more for the Westin, but I'm also getting double the points which can help me out at a later date...

Public Comments

1. I stayed at the Marriott Resort because my sister got married there. it was very nice.
2. I really don't know the Westin Casuarina at all but I would stay at the Marriott because it has a great reputation so you know it will be safe and have a clean and good service there.
3. I have stayed at both resorts recently and think they both are nice. If I had to chose between the two I would pick the Westin. It is a little more nicer and has a great restaurant across the street that is super cheap but really good! This will help you save some money if you splurge and stay at the Westin.
4. none. cayman islands is very boring. i been there before so i know.
5. I stayed at both, what i think is that Westin is abit overrated in a sense where they charge much higher for what i can get with lower price = Marriott Beach Resort. The main difference between 2 is the rooms ambiance, which does not have a big difference. Most of my bosses told me the only difference is when you check into their best rooms. If you are going on economical mode try going for the 4star hotel
6. Marriott Beach Resort seesm nice to me: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/gcmgc-grand-cayman-marriott-beach-resort/