Melia Marina Varadero: Not a 5 star, even for Cuban standards

The good; We were room 1138, one floor off ground. This was nice since we were one floor above from the pool level and one floor level below the main lobby/buffet. The views from the lobby was great. You can see the marina well. Pool was big, the beach with the onsite restaurant included in the package as well as the beach bar. The beach was a safe 5 minute walk but the awesome golf cart driver would pick up and drop people from the lobby to the pool to the beach. The rooms all have  [... read more]modern dehumidifiers, AC, ceiling fans, flat screen TVs, and balconies that you can sit out on. The mini fridge had the contents of beer and pop replaced every day and well as a 2L of water each day (be sure to take the bottle off the table or they won’t replace it). The Lobby made the best iced drinks like Frappuccino’s and daiquiris. Paid $20 cuc pp for snorkeling of the small catamaran. That was a good value. When snorkeling for 30 mins and sailed for an hour. The Medicore: Food was okay at times. Not much selection and we had a few foods that were uncooked (omelettes, mussels and prawns at the “hot” skillet table). The al la cartes were a mixed bag. The Asian place was the best, finished my plate clean. Latin was okay. Italian was awful. No pasta option and the prawns were uncooked. Wifi was affordable. $1 cup for an hour. Slightly spotty. The spa was $115 for 50 mins of a couples massage. You got access to their sauna and whirlpool and rooftop infinity pool prior which was lovely. The bad was the actual massage. They didn’t know what they were doing and seemed confused. The bad: the service staff at the buffet in the lobby. They would be rude and not care if we had cutlery or napkins. We had to go get that plus drinks for ourselves many times. The room was at first okay when we first checked in. But we noticed weird crusty white spots on the bed sheets, the pillows, the couch, and dried liquid spots on the tables. We went to the lobby and asked for help, they said they’d send someone right away. We went back to the room to wait to show them when they arrive but they never came after 15 minutes. Went back out, was told the same thing again, went to the 24hr snack shack for an hour, went back to the room, and still no change. We waited and then called the lobby. No answer. So we went to the lobby with a pillowcase to show the stain. After they ignored us for 15 mins, they offered to give us a room just for the night. This was after they said they have no rooms. This room was fine. But the next morning when we went back to our original room, they still hadn’t done the room. This was at noon the next day.

Hotel Camino del Mar: problem

the hotel was good,and the big problem was the people working there,making a lots of nose and so on which i have to tell several time please 8. o'clock in the morning we are sleeping.2- the food not much chooses i couldn't believe it's not much things to choose.3- there they don't have disco at night to dance,it's first time i see a place has no place to dance.4- we had a lots of delay when we were there and especially when we return .we left the hotel at 6.pm and with all the delay we arrived i [... read more]n montreal at around 3:20 and all this time which is close to 10 hours we stay hungry and in the air plane they don't offer anything.that's really cheep.i don't think i ever travel with air transat again better sunwing or others.

Paradisus Rio De Oro: great resort

Beautiful grounds, excellent beach, great service, very good food, great ala carte restaurants, grteat entertainment. I requested a foamie for the mattress and received a 3" egg carton foamie rioght away. :) My only complaint.... I noticed at the buffet the mesh type placemats and tables were never washed after customers. The crumbs were brushed away with the used dinner napkins and then the clean cutlery was set on the dirty placemat. The table and placemats should be wiped with a wet clean  [... read more]cloth and some sort of sanitizer or soap.

Paradisus Rio De Oro: clean and friendly

We have been travelling for 16 years every April and we finally found a resort that we loved and we were extremely comfortable in. The beach was amazingly beautiful and clean. the whole resort was supper clean, rooms and all. the staff was amazingly friendly they went out of their way to please the guesses. finally no vendors begging on the beach. the beach was a perfect walking distance and secluded. we loved it. keep up the good work. We also liked the fact that it seemed to be more of an old [... read more]er crowd. We didn't have to worry about our stuff or chairs on the beach being stolen. The older crowds respect others more as appose to younger crowds. That made a world of difference to us. thank u

Melia Cayo Santa Maria: We LOVED this place!

We have been to Cuba many times over the years and we both agreed that this was our favourite of all the resorts we have visited. We liked that it was a smaller resort so it was easy to navigate and we never experienced any long line-ups for food, drinks, etc. The food was really good! The buffet had a good selection, good quality; the 24-hour snack bar was very good; lunches at El Ranchon near the beach were very good - we really enjoyed their vegetable salad and hot-off-the-grill (literal [... read more]ly) chicken, pork and vegetables, plus the view was amazing! Our room was very nice, clean and spacious and we always had a good supply of hot water for showers. Water, beer and pop were replenished daily. The people were fantastic! We have always found the Cuban people to be warm and welcoming anywhere we go, but they were doubly so at this resort. They were all so genuinely warm and friendly and happy. They were like family. We hated to leave and we are already making plans to return to this resort next time.

Melia Jardines del Rey: Beautiful resort, great beach

The hotel is very nice, but huge. The buffet was super busy, the beach pizza place ran out every day. The staff were wonderful, the weather great. Love the beach, the pools. The ala carte dinners were good, not sure if I would return re soooo busy in spots, but would be fun with a large group, too busy for my liking. Loved flying out of Hamilton, so fast and easy.

Hotel Camino del Mar: Melia Cayo Guillermo - Great Resort

The staff are wonderful people, so helpful and kind. Resort is lovely with good variety of buffet offerings, a la cart restaurants and entertainment. We took the shuttle bus to an amazing beach Playa Pillar. Would go back without hesitation.

Melia Marina Varadero: Review Melia Marina Varadero

The hotel was mediocre and not as elegant as claimed.Why I am writing like that there is a reason which in my view is very valid. Bricks and mortar are not the only things that constitute the word hotel. People at reception, at bars, in bus service, eatery places, room service places and other numerous places. The hotel room was available at 3: 40 P.M.Hot water in Bathroom not available twice in morning for a shower. First-time towels were changed after a repeated request on the third day. The t [... read more]oilet I bet you is not still working properly. Safety box mall functioned twice. Nobody will tell me that I didn't know how to operate it. People on the large were down to earth very helpful and very polite no doubt about that. Since their monthly wages are very low their expectations are very high from the visitors. That is why every bus to airport or anywhere to other towns would ask you for tips. No one forces you to give but somehow one feels obligated when others are paying. There is one bus that is an exception "Transgatovia" Bus number 2820 did not ask for a dime. Beaches were great clean and attractive. Drinks on the beaches were flowing only for those who were tipping extraordinarily. Not much vegetation around the grounds of the hotel and around. The beaches was not very impressive as far as vegetatation is concerned. I could keep on writing but what would I accomplish.

Memories Cayo Largo: Heaven on the earth for beach lovers

Beautifull beaches on Cuba Cayo Largo Island Sol Cayo Largo the beautifull spot for beach lovers ,sun ,water safety and enough comfort for those who see Cuba this way Beautifull landscaped with two floor bungalows Clean well equipped rooms Very concern responsible management food variety for every taste Fresh eggs bread cheeses meat for each meal definitely enough It's my advice to read about Cuba before you go so you won't be supprised Thankyou Gen Manager Mr Ramon Pineda and his professional  [... read more]dedicated staff Congratulation for making Sol Cayo Largo Hotel amazing vacation spot with safety comfort clean and healthy environment

Melia Cayo Coco: Amazing Resort!

We have been to Cuba several times but this was out first trip to Cayo Coco. We absolutely loved this resort. It was quite small (which we enjoyed), the best food we have ever experienced in our eight trips to Cuba. The staff were so incredibly friendly. The beach was beautiful. The resort, although a bit older, was very clean, very well laid out, had several bars, a la cartes and the buffet was superb! There is no swim up bar at this resort but the 24 hour snack bar was just adjacent to  [... read more]the pool. We enjoyed the beach bar and newly rebuilt beach restaurant as well. Cheers to an amazing place!

Hotel Camino del Mar: Paradise!

This resort was perfect for our group of 11, with ages ranging from 7 to 70. The staff were fantastic (shout out to Mary at the buffet!!). The beach was one of the best I've been too. I'd go back in a heartbeat.

Melia Jardines del Rey: Very, very, very poor

The resort is to big to much walking, the toilet's water tank was leaking, we reported it and the maid reported it and they did not fix it. There was only one big towel and a small one for 2 persons. We had to ring the water out of the towels throughout the night ,so we did break our neck going to the bathroom, The food was terrible. So one thing is for sure I will never go back to Cayo Coco. I will not be recommending this place at all. We were there for a wedding and the beef at the wedding [... read more] was so hard to eat. I have never seen anything so bad in my life.

Paradisus Rio De Oro: More of the typical super R & R

This was our fourth visit to the Paradisus Rio de Oro and, as was the case in the three previous journeys a most memorable experience! The accommodations, food and remarkable staff are second to none. My wife and I are already looking forward to a return trip next year.

Melia Cayo Santa Maria: Great Time Had By Capers

My husband and I went on a 5 day trip. Absolutely amazing. There is something to say about a smaller resort. It's more personal. After one trip to the bar or restaurant they would remember your name and your beverage. Never was there any gratuity expected but VERY much appreciated. Relaxing atmosphere mostly, variety of ages from young couples with children to older couples with their grandchildren. Cuban food is Cuban food. You won't starve for sure. We took our Heinz ketchup and Parma cheese w [... read more]ith us. It does help. Fish and fruit is fresh and a variety. Fries, pizza and omelettes from the snack bar were our go to. Great staff. Have no complaints. Mich & Laura and Stephanie & Jonathan great meeting you guys. Mich will wait for your review as discussed. ☺

Paradisus Rio De Oro: Good

Very pretty resort but also very old they did not have any champagne until our last day the spa should have registered masseuse i’ve been to Varadero I believe Varadero is a nicer location closer to Havana and more things to see and do

Paradisus Rio De Oro: Beautiful Resort

We have been to Paradisus at least 6 times, and this last visit was a little disappointing. Our expectations are high as we have returned many times. This vacation was a bit of a let down. The Hotel has changed quite a bit. They are moving staff around so much and seem to have less staff than in the past. For example: We were there for 7 days and we only had our room cleaned 3 times. By the time we were coming in to clean up after the day for dinner we would have a knock on the door afte [... read more]r 5:00 o'clock for the maid to clean the room. Which was at that point too late to have done. As well, the menu's have changed in some of restaurants which was quite disappointing and not for the better. The staff that have worked at this resort for many years are still Very friendly and courteous, however, some of the newer and younger staff not so much. Each year we go to Paradisus we ask for the same room or at least in the same area, this year we did not get the same area and got something somewhat farther away. When I asked to be moved to our area they were not willing to do so. This is a lovely resort, the grounds, the landscaping, the beach and the pool. However, after this last visit we may have to consider visiting a different resort.

Melia Las Dunas: Amazing Resort

We were at the Melia Las Dunas March 23rd to March 30th. This resort was fantastic. I had read many reviews and was a little concerned about the negative ones, but we didn't see anything negative. Check in was a breeze, we arrived around 9 pm and it took about 10 mins to check in. They had us in the family section and we had requested adults only and they moved us with no problems. They had carts to take us to our rooms in building 49. Room was clean, we saw no bugs in our room, we always ha [... read more]d hot water, air conditioning and our maid did a great job. In fact we forgot to lock the safe one day and nothing was touched. The grounds are beautiful...hard to see any damage from the hurricane. Pools are nice on both sides, but we found that we liked the family side a little more as there is more going on at that side. The beach is incredible......you have to see it to understand! We had no problems with the food. I would recommend using the a la cartes to break up going to the buffet. The snack restaurant by the family pool was great for breakfast or lunch. And we never found that we had to deal with long lines at the buffet. The people.....We have never met nicer, more genuine people in our lives. Adrian at the snack restaurant and Manuel in the buffet made our trip even more enjoyable. My husband and I always say that we will not go back to the same place twice as there are so many places to go and see, however, we would go back to the Melia tomorrow.

Melia Jardines del Rey: Great vacation resort

This resort was very clean and the grounds were beautiful. The beach was clean and there was never a problem finding a hut or a chair. The people who worked at the beach were attentive and very pleasant. I have been to many resorts in Cuba and this resort was by far the cleanest. The beach was awesome.

Hotel Camino del Mar: Absolutely Wonderful Resort

Thoroughly enjoyed our week stay at the Melia Cayo Guillermo. This was my third visit to Cuba and I liked and would rank this resort and its food the best of the three resorts I've stayed in so far. Cuba and its people, atmosphere and weather is just so amazing and appreciated by me. Wish I could visit more often and for longer!

Melia Marina Varadero: A great resort

Bear by beach and marina very convenient for boating activitis, good swimming pools. lots of bar in front of beach, swimming pool. great music and singer every day in the lobby. variety fool option, very clean and comfortable. really enjoyed stay