Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo: Amazing Family Resort!

After staying in several different all inclusive resorts in Mexico, this is by far our favourite! We will be back! The resort was super accommodating to our family, including infant. The beach was pristine, and they had great activities, suitable for all ages.

Iberostar Selection Playa Mita: Beautiful resort

The Iberostar Playa Mita is a gorgeous resort, right up there in the best I’ve been to. The grounds are impeccable, the food is very good with a huge selection for every possible taste . The pool has the most amazing view of the ocean right in front of it, and the entertainment staff do a great job keeping everyone entertained throughout the day. Rooms are ok, they’re showing signs of aging and the bathroom could use an update but are they functional ? Yes. The beds were actually extremely c [... read more]omfortable and the pillows plush and firm. A/C worked flawlessly. The staff definitely work very hard to make sure you are 100% happy all the time. A quick 20 minute Uber trip into Sayulita makes getting off the resort easy and fun - definitely go check it out! All in all, a great choice for a nice vacation.

Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo: Stunning Resort!

I honestly cannot say one bad thing about my stay at the Iberostar. Service was great, and everything in between! All the entertainment, cleanliness, service, I would 100% recommend to anyone :) Had an amazing time!

JOIA Rose Hall by Iberostar: Friendly & beautiful

The resort was beautiful, met a wonderful lady worker, her name is Sherylea, she treated us like family !! Due to hurricane Melissa we didn't get to experience the full experience of the resort. Definitely on list to return one day

Iberostar Waves Tucan: Wonderful vacation

We had a great time exploring and enjoying this resort. The lush vegetation, animals,’pools and beach were amazing. Always spot at the beach or pool at any time of day and the white sand beach one of the nicest we have seen. The restaurant and buffet selections were plentiful and nice that you did not require reservations for them. The staff at the resort along with air Transat representatives were always ready and available. Thank you for creating a wonderful experience.

Iberostar Selection Lisboa: Amazing Hotel

One of good hotels I stayed. Clean and they provide good services. Breakfast was great. I can only recommend to have eggs in different ways in their breakfast menu. I couldn’t eat eggs there cause I didn’t like how they cooked.

Iberostar Waves Paraiso del Mar: Beautiful resort

Wonderful resort.this was out second visit to this resort. Something for everyone. Tons of wild life beautiful beach huge pools. Great food. Amazing staff. Lots of people return to this resort and I see why. From the cleaning lady to the bar staff ti the tattoo artist on site! Just wow! Thank you so much for another amazing stay

Iberostar Selection Ensenachos: Resort is beautiful and beaches are stunning

I had a good vacation at this resort food was adequate staff were great for service I said good not great because flying with west jet was the biggest mistake of my vacation they charged me$60 for my luggage one way and another $60 on return flight the worst part of it is I only find out when I’m at the airport I never received information about it when I was booking or before my trip and my travel agent never informed me either this is inexcusable from trip central very disappointing I will nev [... read more]er purchase any vacation that flight with west jet in the future I hope this helps someone make better decision wets jet is the only airline charges your one piece luggage

Iberostar Selection Varadero: Wonderful as always

This was our second time staying here and everything was great from the staff to the resort grounds, etc. The night shows are something special and really well done. The actual property is very beautiful.

Iberostar Coral Esmeralda: A simplistic magical place

This was our second visit to this resort. The second time there was a shortage of some alcohols and food. But not the fault of the people or the hotel. However the beauty and the wonderful staff were so unbelievably family like I can see this almost as a second home. We are surely going back Beach is great - we had the swim up room which really makes a difference. Make sure to tip the staff as they really depend on our generosity- The absolutely love Canadians This is an adults only place  [... read more]and it is so peaceful but yet great guests to chat and laugh with A true gem of a place.

Iberostar Coral Esmeralda: Beautiful resort

This was second trip in 6 months to this resort! We loved it so much and made some new friendships with some staff members. All the staff that work at this resort are absolutely by far the kindest people we’ve ever met. I can’t say enough about the staff at Ibero star Esmeralda Coral. The rooms are beautiful and very clean and fully stocked daily. The swim up rooms are absolutely amazing to be able to sit on your patio and step into the water is so convenient and so lovely. Our butler was [... read more] Carlos both visits to this resort he is the kindest young man and very professional. I would always prefer to stay at the Esmeralda Coral as it is almost a retreat feel it is quiet, and just the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. And if you do feel like having a little more action you have full access to the selection more of a family resort. I would definitely recommend the Ibero star Esmeralda Coral for your next vacation and I definitely will be returning for the third visit!

Iberostar Origin Laguna Azul: 2 star at best

I don’t think I can even describe in words how awful this hotel was and the experience we had. Upon arrival to the hotel we checked in and started heading to our room, to find our entire hallway leading to the room was completely flooded and the power was out. It was pitch black as it was around 9:30pm, so clearly walking through a flooded pitch black hallway was a safety hazard. We turn right around and went back to the desk to inform them of the hazard, because there’s no way they would’ve kno [... read more]wn about the flood and power being out, especially since there were no wet floor signs. When we informed them, they were completely aware, and were taking no precautions to rectify the hazard. What’s more, we asked to switch rooms as of course we didn’t want to drag all of our luggage through the flood and get ourselves and our belongings wet AND risk slipping and falling all the way down the hallway. To which the resorts staff said there were no more rooms available. This was insanely shocking as the resort was basically empty. For a resort with over 800 rooms, it was absolutely physically impossible for the resort to be full. There was no one there. No one at the bars. No one walking around. We literally saw a total of 10 people the whole time we were there. Not over 800 people. At this point, we’re already livid. Nothing is being done to accommodate us, nothing being done to protect us and provide us safety, the only thing they managed was to get SOME of the power on. Not even all of it, dark and flooded hallways were all over the place with no warning signs anywhere. So thinking it couldn’t get any worse, we went back to our room, went in, and couldn’t believe our eyes. KEEP IN MIND, this is supposed to be a 4.5 star resort. This room was the definition of disgusting and scary. The immediate feeling I had was “I need to go home right now, I can’t be here another second”. Every piece of furniture was torn and completely covered in disgusting, mysterious stains. The curtains were torn, stains on the pillows, surfaces covered in dirt and grime. The AC didn’t work. The sink was cracked, filthy and MOLDY. There were no bathroom amenities (which the TripCentral listing said there would be) besides one bar of soap - no shampoo or conditioner, and the bottles were broken and falling off the wall. There were HAIRBALLS. HAIRBALLS, plastered to the bathroom door and the floor. I literally cried. I couldn’t believe I had just spent a 2 thousand dollars on this atrocious terrifying horror movie-esque room and resort. FURTHERMORE, this room was listed as an UPGRADED ROOM in the TripCentral ad, as we booked the Star Relax room. Nothing about this room was even CLOSE to an upgrade. Another lie on the listing. We immediately started to try to contact Sunwing. No phone numbers worked so I submitted an online request for a king room to see how fast it would take for them to respond. We finally gave up and realized we would have to stay in that disgusting room for one night before we can get the heck out of Cuba. It was so sad to know that this was my first experience in Cuba, and it’s already being ruined. We decide to go get some food as we were starving after a full day of traveling. We ask reception where the 24 hour snack bar is, to which they said “No food until 11pm”. I couldn’t believe it. The TripCentral and SunWing ads both listed a 24 hour snack bar, which was ANOTHER complete lie. We specifically chose a resort with a 24 hour snack bar so we could have access at any time to food, and it didn’t even exist. It was one of our requirements while trying to choose a resort. We then sat in our room, starving, until 11pm. Finally the time came and we went to find the snack bar. They sent us down to the buffet, and it still makes me sick to my stomach the scent of the food they had. Just 2 trays of gloopy, sloppy, smelly pasta, and a bun with what appeared to be a variety of mystery slop meats, and a small amount of sushi. It smelt disgusting, was insanely appalling, just straight up gross. I know the food in Cuba is bad. I’m not completely unaware of the situation there. But to list yourself as a 4.5 star resort, and provide THAT, to your guests???? Absolutely unacceptable. We forced ourselves to go to bed in hopes of getting out of there as soon as we could in the morning. Next morning we went down to the sunwing rep, who was expecting us because of the online request I put in for a room change. After everything we experienced from the lack of any customer service (no option to switch rooms and no concern to clear or block off the flooded hallway which was an insane safety hazard), we immediately requested to get switched from Iberostar Laguna Azul to a different resort, any other resort but there. Tatiana was very helpful. We explained everything I just did above, and she said it was unacceptable and was very sorry for our experience thus far. She also confirmed that the hotel was NOT booked up, and they absolutely could have switched us to a different room. She asked for 2 hours for a gentleman named Andy to attempt to complete the resort switch. So we came back after 2 hours and were able to be transferred to Bella Vista. Out of this whole experience, it is factual that the TripCentral listing is a lie. We booked what you said would be an upgraded room, it wasn’t. You said the hotel had a 24 hour snack bar, it didn’t. You said it was a 4.5 star hotel, it was FAR from it. Everything was a lie, even the staff lying to us about having no rooms available. I can’t believe you can even list a hotel like that where the rooms are so so so dirty and uninhabitable, and MOLDY. Someone needs to go to these resorts, check the rooms and the food periodically, and ENSURE the listings you put up are accurate, and ensure the star rating they have is still accurate. I’m unbelievably disappointed in TripCentral, in SunWing (as their listing also lied although they helped us switch resorts so I am thankful for that), and the resort itself and its miserable unhelpful staff. From this experience, I would never recommend people go to that resort, or use TripCentral due to its lies, and will never recommend Cuba for vacation. Could not be more disappointed in a vacation that was supposed to be restful and relaxing, and ended up being a stressful, gross, and miserable experience. Only thing I’m happy about is being home.

Iberostar Selection Ensenachos: Not what we expected

This resort had great reviews, and we did a deep dive on youtube to see what we could expect. Unfortunately, we did not have a great time for our first stop in Cuba. The pools needed to be cleaned.There was mold everywhere you stood and sat by the bar, the rooms were not sealed at the door so we had multiple salamander on our ceiling. The food was cold and there was no selection whatsoever. Flies were a huge problem, so you didn't want to trust anything that sat out. The staff were hit and miss [... read more]. Some were very pleasant to deal with and helpful, whereas others were rude, dismissive and ignorant. There was only one golf cart to tend to the entire resort, and when you have rainy days and people having to walk to the one place to eat at the buffet, you'd be standing there, waiting for a very long time in the rain to get anywhere. The beaches were beautiful, however, it would have been nice if they raked the seaweed. It wasn't an enjoyable trip.

Iberostar Origin Playa Alameda: Not bad place

So first off. The picture shown here does not exist. There is no island in the pool. That is a diff resort. Went from Oct 6 to 13. No one there. we were only people in building 13. The place is very pretty. The beach is divine and the pool great. Its not a ton of walking to get to places like lobby, restaurant or beach. But here are the negatives for me. The room was very disappointing. Very dated. No mini bar, no coffee maker, TV didnt work until reported 3 times, no water bottle in room for 3  [... read more]days, mo where to unpack clothes so lived in suitcase for a week. Was a nuisance to get dressed and walk to the bar to get coffee to bring back to room. The drinks are not good. The pop was always flat and no diet coke. Only had a few coctails but seemed like made with koolaide. They were awful. No maragritas. Fortunately I brought my own orange juice juice boxes and 6 pack diet coke. I wanted cold fizzy coke in my rum and coke and when bought a can was $4USD each. Sheets not changed all week which was OK. Always carry pack kleenex as none of the bathrooms had toilet paper except the room. The food was not good. Same every day. Bland spaghetti with tasteless tomatoe sauce. Some canned pea salads. Just basic bottom line stuff. Gave up on omelets for breakfast . Usually had no cheese. Only fillings were corn, vegetables of some sort, icky ham and white tasteless cheese. We stuck to fried eggs and toast. Had mashed potatoes which were good and lots sweet potatoe but found lots stuff reheated next day so was stale. So don't expect a nice buffet like in mexico or Dominican because its not happening. Could only get in to Caribbean restaurant on last night even tho place empty. Only 1 other couple there. Food was shredded beef with rice. Was ok. At least better than buffet but didnt seem Caribbean. Staff is lovely. I gave a way 2 suitcases of food and gifts so got great service. They prefer American to Cdn. dollars. Bring bug repellent. Bad mosquitos at night. Very little entertainmment. Some music outside lobby couple times. Lots music during day. No bar on beach or beach waiter service. You have to go up the walkway to a bar in that area. Theres a bar by the pool but as said the drinks not great. There were catamarans to go out on but not in service for like 4 days. We both got sick guts and lived on immodium and pepto bismal. On the whole the place looks great but I prefer a nicer room with amenities and good food and drinks so wont be returning. We met several people who were repeat customers who said they would not return as gone downhill. Quality. A friend recommended this place as shes been there 10 times but obviously she has not experienced higher quality resorts and went with 10 people so built in party. Depends what your looking for. Dont look for good food. Not happening. A bottle of water is $4USD. Also had trouble with a taxi driver.We wanted pizza cause so sick of food and told him where we wanted to go but he took us to a friends restaurant in middle nowhere and ended up costing us $25USD for small pizza with 1 topping. We have him heck and told him we asked him to take us to a diff place but he said this better. Cost us triple plus cab ride. So angry about that. Cab was ordered by front desk of hotel.Hotel is a long way from airport. About 45 minutes to an hour. Best part of this place is the beach. I wont be returning here tho. Rooms are musty altho have a/c.

Iberostar Selection Ensenachos: So upset

This was the worse resort ever. We lost our air conditioner 3 times in one night. This trip was my daughter's honeymoon and there was nothing recognized for that after they said they would make it special for her and her new husband. The room was not set up with a crib and small bed for there other child of 4 years old. We were not told that the dining hall was changed to the other end of the resort and they moved dinner and lunch like 4 times on us without telling us and then making us have our [... read more] meals outside where the bugs and mosquitoes were biting This was not a pleasurable experience with 2 small children and so late at night My daughter and family and I were also supposed to be close together and the first night we were at different buildings We were very disappointed at how they run things and will never come back and never recommend to anyone

Iberostar Waves Punta Cana: Great resort and very affordable!

This resort was exactly what it was promised! It was beautiful, food was great, it had a children’s play area. The only things that could improve were the kids pool were too warm , the bathroom didn’t have a complete door or screen that separated it from the rest of the bathroom so water would get out and the kids place had a trampoline that was closed :( other than those it was WONDERFUL! Definitely recommend

Iberostar Origin Laguna Azul: Laguna Azul

As you can see in the photos, grounds are beautiful and are well maintained. Hotel is a little older and renovations are ongoing. Staff is incredible. As soon as you walk in the lobby, you are met with smiles and Hola's. Food in Cuba is always a question people ask about and I always say, I have never come home weighing less than when I left home. Beach has undergone some work and as always, beautiful. One of the pools is undergoing renos and I believe once finished they will start on another? W [... read more]as able to see in one of the suites this trip and it was something, basically two rooms, bedroom and living area. Great if you wanted to spend a lot of time indoors? Always lots of great entertainment. Been 4 times now and will return.

Iberostar Origin Laguna Azul: Nice resort

We had an awesome week at Laguna azul. The most amazing part would be the staff, always smiling and go above and beyond. We spent a lot of our time on the beautiful sand beach. We would highly recommend this resort.

Iberostar Coral Holguin: Awesome Adults only

Comfortable bed, best yet in all Carribean. Perfect day beds and cushioned loungers around beautiful lazy pool. Great Staff all around from ALlexander and all Lobby Bar Tenders Maria Del Carmen and William and staff at Main buffet DYANA at swimup bar Larissa and Junior our Butlers We will definitely be back again soon Thanks for an awesome 7days

Iberostar Coral Holguin: Awesome Adults only

Comfortable bed, best yet in all Carribean. Perfect day beds and cushioned loungers around beautiful lazy pool. Great Staff all around from ALlexander and all Lobby Bar Tenders Maria Del Carmen and William and staff at Main buffet DYANA at swimup bar Larissa and Junior our Butlers We will definitely be back again soon Thanks for an awesome 7days