....probably gonna stay at the DR...

I have to disagree with Icantstayaway but not surprised the first response here was to dis the HDR , first timer with $ to spend and maybe your only trip? Why not HDR in the middle of the most action, then definitely consider SL or HLH (great deal on entertainment for hotel guests). But Freebird and Amistad - quiet but BORING and unnecessarily away from the action for new guys.

ok....well,this might b my only time coming...so,i"ll talk to my wingman and we"ll c about the sportsmans lodge.....it dont matter to me...i"ll stay anywhere....but,thanks

Here are my reasons:

At the DR you are a 'mark' not a guest. All that security is not there to protect you but to insure you pay your bill and throw you on the sidewalk if you happen to get unusually drunk from all the shots the bartenders encourage you to buy. I've witnessed those ungrateful bitchy bartenders wave over security for any reason. They don't deserve your business. Just use them for the girls the place attracts and stay somewhere that actually has some concern for your health and well being.

The SL has become the all around home away from home and fits the bill for most occasions. Bill is open to 'make a dollar' but he does not want your last dollar. He treats you like a guest in his home.

The HLH is a Fantastic option for a few days. I think it may be too intense for long stays.

The Freebird is great for guys that do not drink very much and want privacy or are on a budget. You could stay here for a month and not feel overwhelmed by it all.

The Amisted is more 'low key' than the SL. I personally don't want to sit and have breakfast next to eco-tourist if I'm with a girl in high heels from the night before.

Ok....well,i thank all of ya"ll 4 ur inputs.....i went thu the same things when i 1st went to dr....so,i understand everybodies different inputs on things.....it doesnt really matter where i stay...im sure imma have a nice time.....now,im not cheap.....but,im also not a "baller" either....and im not going down spending all my loot on this chicks.....i can have a good time hangin with some members and shootin the breeze.....now,i will smash a chick or 2...but the $100 shit?...it aint happening....but,im sure u guys tell me other options.....all that stuff about dr ..might b true......but,it dont apply to me cause i dont drink like that....gotta b aware of my surroundings..and i kno me...im already dr spoiled....i can get chicks cheapers..flt is closer......can go to the beach....and party at a club and not have to listen to spanish music all nite(not hating on it)...but,dont wanna hear that shit all nite.....so,im sure unless something very very special happens.....it will b my only trip there.....but,im gonna make the best outta it

I'm just curious, what town/area is good in DR? And what hotels do you suggest?