Iberostar Selection Paraiso Maya Suites: Amazing Resort

Exceptional value! Food - excellent! Service - excellent! Beach - excellent! Pools - excellent! Room - excellent! All amenities - excellent!! Cleanliness - excellent! Bartenders - excellent! Waitstaff - excellent!

Iberostar Selection Bavaro Suites: Amazing resort, I must say the best resort we have been to in the last 38 years of traveling

Very clean resort, very family oriented, an amazing kids club. The food was absolutely amazing, not only at the buffet, but also at all the ala cartes. All the staff were very friendly and very accommodating

Iberostar Coral Esmeralda: Great vacation in Cayo Cruz

My wife and I visited Iberostar Esmeralda Coral and loved it. Everything was great and exceeded my expectations. Food was very good service was excellent and the people made you feel welcome to be there . We enjoyed the vibe of the smaller Adult side Coral and the swim out we had. The beach was amazing as it was a while since I’ve been to Cuba and it is their best asset . I would definitely return to this resort and recommend

JOIA Bavaro by Iberostar: Outstanding resort

This was by far the nicest resort we have stayed in out of the 30+ so far. Top shelf liquor, excellent meals, beautiful grounds. The butler was so helpful…shout out to Cofè! We recommend this for couples looking for quiet atmosphere!

Iberostar Origin Tainos: Amazing Beaches.

Arrived at the hotel, friendly greetings from everyone, and was happy with the Lobby Renovations that were ongoing. Headed to the beach and was amazed at the beaches. Fast forward had a great stay, great day trip to Havana. Food was ok but we were there for a relaxing time. Evening singers were great and the shows were decent. My/our biggest complaint involves a staff member that i am assuming is from Head Oofice for Iberostar. His name was Daniel and he was in charge of the Wine Tasting On Tu [... read more]esday May 13th. We were sitting near the back and when it all started we along with a few other tables never received any wine. We mentioned it to him and some of the missing tables got it but not ours. Fast forward to the evening event which was a tasting event for Mojhitos. He was there and we approached him and told him we were not very impressed with Wine tasting in the morning and the way it was run, and his response was oh what a shame with sarcastic tone and then I witnessed him talking to a friend I assume and rolled his eyes and pointed at us and they both laughed. Anyways that was the worst part of the trip and we both just found him very arrogant and it was all about him. So it won't spoil things for us but found him a little much.

Iberostar Selection Ensenachos: We had an amazing time ☀️

We stayed at the is resort at the beginning of May 2025, the resort is beautiful but a little dated. Everything is clean and well maintained. All the employees work very try hard. Cuba as a country is in crisis and everyone is doing their best with what they have. When you arrive you will likely experience culture shock to some extent. Beach, ocean: The beach is beautiful, stunning, breathtaking. The white sand is soft, water sparkles in different shades of blue. Lots of fish and ocean [... read more] life accessible right from the beach, various sizes of alive conch. There is a shipwreck you can walk to. Lots of fish and coral by the rocks at Ensenachos beach. Take the catamaran from the small resort marina out into the reef for an hour of snorkeling, lots of live coral, starfish, sea urchins, colourful fish, turtles. The marina staff is super nice as well. Rooms, facilities: Everything is clean but dated, ac is in each room but might not be strong enough depending on individual preferences. Linen and towels were clean. Bathroom has a tub and shower. Expect some critters in your room (we had a gecko). Each room has a balcony. Daily cleaning service is very very good. Our bungalow was in the perfect location with a short walk to the beach, pool and kids water park, snack bar and swim up bar. Some shuttle service is available between the lobby, marina and big restaurant but we mostly walked. The grounds are beautiful and very well maintained. The pool is clean. The kids water park is small and not all features are working but my kids had a great time. The kids club has limited hours and offers some activities and programs (I.e. mini chefs, yoga on the beach). There is a playground as well. There is lots of wildlife to see around the resort. Lizards, geckos, birds, crabs, hermit crabs, cats and kittens. Food: There is plenty of food available but most of the food is Cuban. We were very cautious with what we ate (hot food (rice, beans, some meats, some veggies), food fresh off the grill (omelette, chicken, fish, Cuban style pizza), freshly cut fruit (the mangoes are delicious) and pastries (muffins, cookies, small croissants)). Salt is available but you may want to bring ketchup and jam etc. We had some minor stomach troubles and most of the other travellers we spoke to had some sort of stomach troubles during their stay. Definitely bring gravol and pack lots of snacks if you are travelling with kids. You are not going to Cuba for the food. There is a 24 hr snack bar that also serves breakfast and lunch buffet style and is used as one of the restaurants for dinner. Lunch is served at the beach bar and was always fresh and hot. The large restaurant offers buffet for breakfast (lots of options), lunch and dinner. We did not eat at any of the restaurants, only buffet. There are flies at the buffet / restaurant. Also sometimes there are small biting insects in the evenings (bring big spray and afterbite). Drinks / water: You get 2 purified water bottles to your room each day (reusable glass bottles). This water felt safe to drink. Cold and hot drinks are available throughout the day, we were a little cautious of ice cubes. My kids loved the frozen lemonade. Welcome drinks are available at the evening buffet. Try to stay hydrated as much as you can. Cuban and British alcohol is available, I do not drink so don’t know the quality of the alcoholic drinks. Entertainment: The Michael Jackson show is a highlight, don't miss it. Theresa white party by the pool was the next most popular. Each night has an interactive kids show, the performers do their best to include everyone. Shows in the theatre feature different themes daily and performers are excellent and work very hard. Various entertainment throughout the day at the beach, the pool and the lobby. Things to keep in mind: Cubans are struggling, they have very little and live in conditions we cannot imagine. Anything you can bring for them (clothing, medical supplies etc.) is much appreciated. Tip if you can (USD or Canadian bills are preferred). Cubans make a basic salary, the tips really help them. Cubans work 6 out of 7 days and we saw many employees start work at 10am and work past midnight. Many depend on public transit and it takes them between 1 and 1.5 hours each way to get to and from work. Almost everyone speaks some English but it is nice to know some basics in Spanish. You can also download an offline translation app. We really enjoyed our stay ?☀️

Iberostar Origin Laguna Azul: Great vacation

Beautiful resort. A bit dated but clean. Staff were very engaging and friendly. Pools were great but not a lot of chairs at any of the three pools. Beach was always help clean and lots of chairs. Elevators were iffy. Only one of each set worked however the one that did work sometimes would not show up when the button was pressed. We had to walk the four flight of stairs to our room a lot. The food was terrible. No salt, pepper or ketchup same thing for lunch and supper everyday. We had to go to [... read more] town to get food twice as we were tired of trying to find something to eat. Thankfully we brought snacks with us. Birds were flying all around the food and nibbling on it. This was very gross. This was my first time to Cuba so maybe all resorts are like this with food. This is the only reason I wouldn’t recommend it.

Iberostar Selection Ensenachos: True paradise

Amazing resort with so much elegance and class. It is an older resort but very charming. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by very professional and friendly Sesia , front desk conciege. We were upgraded to ocean view room, which was amazing. Room are very spacious and bright, cleaned daily . Everything worked in our room. We had hot water and electricity without any interruption. Our cleaning person was amazing young gentleman Adriel, who created magic in the room daily and decora [... read more]ted our room with beautiful swams , made out of towels, and many other special decors. People in the buffet were exceptional and friendly. Everyone was wonderful, but exceptional were Jaima, Mayra and Jamile , cleaning Lady in the buffet . Workers on the beach were also wonderful. Every worker was exceptional and worked so hard to make our stay pleasant. We had an abundance of delicious food..everything was fresh and tasty.. there was a lot of see food, I personally don't eat see food, but saw many people enjoying it. Entertainment personal worked very hard daily . It was a pleasure to meet Osmani. Beaches are absolutely mesmerizing..True paradise..no seaweeds, just crystal clear water . You simply enjoy and relax. Absolutely amazing place. Would highly recommend it and definitely will be back

Iberostar Origin Laguna Azul: Excellent stay

Lungana azul once again was great. The food was ok booking the vip section well worth it as you really don’t have to go to buffet. Drinks were great there was no shortage of anything Rooms were good there is a few things that should be updated but not a big deal Staff are great and always making you feel welcome Overall it was a great vacation and will be returning again next year to this resort for the fifth time Go with a open mind and you will love it

Iberostar Origin Laguna Azul: Excellent stay

Lungana azul once again was great. The food was ok booking the vip section well worth it as you really don’t have to go to buffet. Drinks were great there was no shortage of anything Rooms were good there is a few things that should be updated but not a big deal Staff are great and always making you feel welcome Overall it was a great vacation and will be returning again next year to this resort for the fifth time Go with a open mind and you will love it

Iberostar Waves Rose Hall Beach: Grat time at Iberostar

This is my third time at this resort. It was a good experience, food was good as always , great selection. Beach is great, for swiming and enjoying water.Some changes I noticed since my last visit pre-pandemic : no tablecloths in buffet dining room , no straws in resort , not even paper ones, not great service at restaurants.

Iberostar Coral Esmeralda: a great week

lovely small resort. Perfect for quiet relaxation Stunning beach ,could use more palapas,sadly the seaweed piles up and there is one poor guy raking and removing by hand. A slow process but they do what they can Food was better than a lot of Cuban resorts and though the buffet here is small we never felt we couldn't find something to enjoy. Beef ,chicken,fish and pork available on the grill every night . No shortage of eggs at breakfast. Thin crust pizza at the snack bar was very good and alwa [... read more]ys available. Excellent coffee available especially at the cigar bar, Best cappachino and baileys and espresso martinis !! Wine was very good and never unavailable. We never noticed any real shortages here ! Our swim up room was awesome!! we were in building 4 which was central to the beach and the lobby/buffet area. Staff that we interacted with were wonderful and willing to accomodate our requests if possible. All in all I was very pleased with our stay at The Iberostar Coral Esmeralda !!

Iberostar Origin Daiquiri: Interstate Daiquiri in Cuba

I can not express this enough-the staff members of the Daiquiri are Amazing. From the staff to the serving staff, to the bartenders and garden staff are so friendly and accommodating. The beach, for me, left a lot to be desired. The water is very “grassy” and did not give the water view I was looking for. The area is windy, which is great for the wind surfers and kite surfing. I would prefer a calm ocean. I would still recommend this resort to everyone. I met amazing people there that have [... read more] returned 9, 15, and even20+ times. It is an amazing resort.

Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada: Excellent

This was our 4th time here. Expected things to be run down a bit over the years, but not disappointed at all. Food was great, grounds were immaculate, and the room was recently renovated. The staff were very friendly. Highly recommended.

Iberostar Origin Bella Vista Varadero: Great Resort

Hotel is clean, staff are great, food is good, and beach is amazing! We loved this resort, had a wonderful time, and would go back. My mom required a wheelchair, and one was provided. Customer Service was great, and helpful when we needed towels, and a wheelchair. I would go back!

JOIA Bavaro by Iberostar: Relaxing Week

This was our third time at this resort. It has a vey "chill" vibe to it. The beach is amazing. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The resort is very clean. It never seemed busy, even though I was told the resort was at 90% occupancy. I strongly recommend this resort and will definitely return again.

Iberostar Waves Rose Hall Beach: Sunshine

Wonderful! Great Vibes! Excellent tribute to Michael Jackson Show will blow you away. Lovely Hotel, comfy beds, delicious Food, lively music, great beach with mini coral Reefs for Snorkelling. Heavenly sunsets, very relaxing and something for everyone.

Hotel Bella Costa: Just what we needed!!!

A big shout out to agent Jim O'Neil for his valued support and kindness throughout the booking process. We enjoyed our entire Bella Costa vacation April 2025. As repeat guests to the Bella Costa, we look forward to every visit to this "home away from home" resort. The Bella Costa staff are absolutely wonderful: from guest services reps to dining/bar servers, gardeners to guest room housekeepers, maintenance staff to beach life guards. Everyone working at Bella Costa is amazing. We are heartf [... read more]elt grateful to Guest Services Reps Ana Laura and Dayagne for providing special care to us, as returning Guests. Carey from housekeeping is truly a gem. We look forward to future visits to Bella Costa - our beloved "home away from home".

Iberostar Selection Paraiso Maya Suites: Great family vacation

The grounds, staff and rooms were great! The coffee shops were awesome and there was always chairs by the pool even at 10am. The buffet was good; it had a lot of variety but the options were mostly the same for lunch and dinner all 7 days. The gym was really nice and the pickleball/ tennis courts were never busy. The food at the La Geisha restaurant was delicious.

Iberostar Origin Laguna Azul: My Cuba Expierence

Our recent stay at Origin Laguuna Azul was an unforgettable experience filled with warmth, joy, and cultural richness. Exceptional food, The culinary team truly knows how to impress. What truly set this resort apart, however, were the people. The staff exuded genuine hospitality, going above and beyond to ensure guests felt welcome and cared for. The entertainment was incredible—lively, vibrant, and full of heart. From music and dance to interactive performances, every evening felt like a ce [... read more]lebration. While the hotel itself could use more attention in terms of both interior and exterior maintenance, it’s clear that exciting improvements are underway. These renovations show great promise and reflect a true commitment to providing an even better experience for guests. Overall, Origin Laguuna Azul is a destination full of potential, already glowing with warmth and character. We can’t wait to return and see how this gem continues to grow.