Club Amigo Atlantico Guardalavaca: Club Amigo Take Two

Ahh Club Amigo we meet again. This is my second time staying at Club Amigo (I'm a 26 year old female who Stayed Jan.23 - 30th 2015) The first time being last year. I am very impressed with improvements that have been made since then. The hotel itself is looking a lot brighter on the outside thanks to a fresh coat of paint. The grounds are in great shape (thanks to the lovely hard working gardeners..be sure to say hello to Jr. he is always cleaning around the main pool) Food and Drinks are really [... read more] not bad for a 3 star. Always something to eat, always something to drink. My personal favorite place to grab a drink is the pirate ship bar. Rego (spelling may be wrong) makes the most delicious drinks, and puts the most time and effort into them which I really appreciate. The beach is always busy but I don't mind. Most times you're able to get a chair with a tip in hand but if not that's ok...just put down a towel, no big deal! I love this resort...especially for what you pay. Everything went smoothly this year and I really have no major complaints. Can't wait for my next visit! PS. I stayed in the barracks (again) and our room was perfect. Older YES, but very functional and everything worked. I traveled with a group of people who were all situated in different sections of the resort so I got to see what the other rooms looked like. Personally for me...the barracks are just fine, I wouldn't feel the need to upgrade, but if you are looking for something a little fancier...please do so!

Brisas Guardalavaca: Great spot for a girls getaway

Although it wouldn't be my choice for a romantic getaway with my husband, for a relaxing trip with 4 other girls this resort was perfect. There was just enough to do to not get bored, without so much that you would feel like you missed something. The entertainment staff were fun and friendly, and cleaning staff were always keeping the grounds neat and clean if any debris. There was a long cement boardwalk along the length of both sister properties, which made walks along the beach really enjoya [... read more]ble, especially if still in shoes. The food wasn't splashy, but there was good variety to choose from at the buffet. There could be more beach chairs- you had to run down very early to reserve them. Although that being said, the beach wasn't too crowded because of this. All in all, a great spot for a low key week with the ladies.

Aston Costa Verde Beach Resort: Nice resort for a great price

This resort was a great last minute deal for me. And it was exactly as I expected- nothing fancy, but a good clean friendly place. I stayed in the Plus side and liked being in a quieter building away from the busy main pool area. The room was clean and the bathroom big. The food was very good in the a la carte restaurants and I was able to find fresh fruit and yogurt in the buffet every other meal. Pizza at the Italian place for lunch was great. The only disappointment was the lobster dinner-  [... read more]which I had been really looking forward to. Not only was the staff not on their game that night, but the lobster was terrible. They want to do a special dinner, but really shouldn't even bother. On the weekend, they open up a second buffet for breakfast and dinner closer to the beach and this was a much nicer place to eat. Much less crowded and a nice open air space. The beach was a little rocky in places, but if you move away from the main part it was absolutely perfect- fine white sand and gorgeous sea. I could have done without the music they had playing, but again, I just moved away from the crowd (as you can probably tell, I wasn't there to party. Though many were.) Overall a nice resort with a good price.

Aston Costa Verde Beach Resort: Great Resort!

Had a great week. Excellent service, good food, nice beach. The beach was fairly small but had enough room. Beautiful white sand. Good snorkeling. The buffet food was the same every day, but had lots of choice. There were only 2 alacart options, the Cuban was good, the Italian excellent. Lots of activities during the day. Of the evening shows, the water ballet was by far the best. The rest were just ok. We would come back here again.

Brisas Guardalavaca: Alright

No cold water in our shower, toilet ran the entire time & a/c never cut out so either off &muggy or blasting. Only 1 bottle of water all week and refil water was swampy-I got sick. Not enough sun chairs!

Aston Costa Verde Beach Resort: High class and just fine.

While I am used to booking 2* places and loving them, it is nice to find a place where keys always work, plumbing always works, no rust or peeling paint, no shouting by staff in the halls early in a.m. Excellent value and comfort.

Paradisus Rio De Oro: A little paradise.

Beautiful, small adults only resort in a great location, good snorkeling, the weather was perfect, food was great. Service is good and friendly. Visited towns of Holguin and Guardalavaca. Had a great time.

Sol Turquesa Beach: nice resort, too many stairs

Grounds were clean and well kept Rooms were clean and maid service was great Food was quite good ( beef not so much) Beds were old and very uncomfortable Staff were very helpful and willing to help to make sure your stay was top knotch. Beach could have been cleaner, beach lounge chairs were clean and plentiful.

Sol Turquesa Beach: Cuban Memories

This is a large resort in a quiet area of Cuba. We had a very nice room was in a great location (500's) between the pools & the beach. The beach was ok with some seaweed. The pools were very nice & clean. The food was typical cuban food...not great but we didn't starve. We swam with the dolphins...a fabulous experience. We also rented scooters to go to Guardalavaca...a lot of fun.

Sol Turquesa Beach: nice

public ares are good, rooms are ok but I would like to see the Ocean from my room. Room clean . The balcony door could not be locked ! service is nice, beach was nice. However, on the side , furher from the main beach there are too many plastic bootles plastic small containers that are probably appear from the ovean (ships? catamarans ? etc)

Paradisus Rio De Oro: Wonderful Resort

We loved the grounds of this resort. Also the pool and cliff side area as there were lovely views from everywhere and enough lounges for everyone any time. The staff was exceptionally friendly in all areas. A room request on our part was cheerfully accommodated. We found the Japanese restaurant to be outstanding - We would suggest a few more garbage cans throughout the grounds and another lady's toilet on the beach. We hope to return soon. Thanks to all the staff.

Sol Rio de Luna y Mares: Great resort, fantastic service, dull crowd

Stayed at the Luna Jan 16-23rd and I can say without a doubt: this is the best resort I've visited in Cuba. Pros: Great hotel, well maintained; great beach; professional staff; food above average; very good nightly entertainment Cons: Young people will find themselves bored very quickly; always long lineups at buffet; some food may be under- or over-cooked Beach is pristine, very long and wide. Plenty of room without having to fight for a spot in the shade. Very calm and relaxing beach experi [... read more]ence. Great windsurf instructor, and all equipment was always available for use. Also, the east end of the beach by Paradisus offers great snorkling. Unlike many resorts in Varadero, etc, the staff is very professional. They don't treat you any differently regardless if you tip or not. There are 2 24hr bars, one of which has great snack at night. Also, the bars are well stocked, including some aged spirits. Although the resort seemed 90% full, it was mostly older retired folk and boring crowd with no interest in staying up late to drink/dance/party. This can also be contributed to the sparse layout of the resort: it is indeed hard to find people you've met the day before in another part of the resort. However, Holguin offers music and parties every night of the week and is a 35-45 min drive away (do not pay over 30 cucs each way!). For a change of scenery, take a taxi or scooter into Guardalavaca and visit the market and the beach there. We may go back to this resort next season, as the comfort and amenities outweigh the lack of friendly/fun patrons. Enjoy!

Playa Pesquero: Great family trip with school age children!

Our family travelled to this resort from Jan. 17-24th and had a wonderful trip! The people who work at the buffet were simply amazing (Barbara and Kenya in particular) and made our trip that much better! The beach was spectacular and lots of chairs available even though it was very busy. There is a small bar located on the beach which made it easy to grab a drink without walking to far with young children. We were also impressed with the quality of the food at this resort. Great meals and select [... read more]ion in the buffet and restaurants. There are only a couple of negative things to note and one would be the size of this resort. Our young children found it exhausting to walk such a far distance from the room to the beach and from the lobby to our room. There are small carts that are available to pick you up and take you around the resort however they are usually full. The only other negative thing for us was the set up in our room. My husband and I slept in a two single beds pushed together side by side and our children had to sleep in single cots. Not a huge deal but not a very comfortable arrangement for longer vacations.

Sol Rio de Luna y Mares: An entertaining experience..wonderful staff!

Everything from food to staff to entertainment to the beach... Was excellent! The mattresses were old and sunken... I would recommend the mattresses to be replaced... And also to have double or queen beds for couples.

Playa Costa Verde: Great resort

Great resort. Japanese restaurant a must. Beach was amazing Absolutely perfect sand. Room was clean, grounds were well kept. Would go back again if returning to Cuba. Resort is small and compact. Beach is very accessible. Pools were central in the resort.

Aston Costa Verde Beach Resort: Amazing Resort

We have been to this resort at least 12 times. We love the resort and the people. The Food is awesome. They have added a new part and we stayed in that part this time. It is close to a small town, so you can take a cab or bus.

Sol Turquesa Beach: Beautiful resort

the resort was great. the food was great. the beach was kind of weedy but did clear up after a few days. the entertainment was first class. the rooms and hotel itself were always kept clean. the bar service was fantastic especially El Tigre at the swim up. Very entertaining. The managers were always very helpful and resolved any issues that came up in a very timely fashion. The gardeners and pool people were exceptional and kept the pools and the grounds immaculate and picture perfect.

Playa Pesquero: Superb

Everything was good: accommodation, beach, food, service, people working in the hotel and on the grounds. We enjoyed our stay and hope to return in the future. We especially enjoyed walking on the beach; didn't read much; didn't miss internet, computers, phones, that kind of stuff.

Don Lino Hotel: Will Return

After reading reviews I decided to see for myself what the Don Lino resort was all about. Beautiful, relaxing and safe come to mind. I enjoyed the food and there was lots to eat. Some say it was repetitive but that is up to you. They give what they have and if they dont have it well you know. If you want food like at home stay home. Staff where friendly and accommodating. I saw both kinds of rooms and they both are nice places to stay in. Beach is beautiful but swimming was a bit of a challenge  [... read more](for me) due to lava rock sea critters. There is a lovely local beach with a sandy bottom within a 20-25 minute walk though a Cuban village, or you can take a horse drawn buggy ride for a small fee from the resort. I did both and both are equally as lovely. If your looking for a relaxing vacation this is the place to go. I will be returning and have recommended it to family and two will be going in March.

Aston Costa Verde Beach Resort: Blau Costa Verde - great trip

The facilities are all very good. Staff are lovely. We stayed in the Plus area which is worth the extra if you prefer to be in a quiet area. Food was pretty good especially the Italian restaurant, which is open at lunch, but requires reservations for dinner.All the speciality restaurants require reservations and that involves lining up. Do it as soon as you arrive. (Common to most all-inclusives). Swimming, at the beach and the pools, is gorgeous; parts are rocky - take beach shoes. Our stay was [... read more] 9 nights, which I highly recommend as we didn't get that "just got here, time to go feeling" and gave us time to do 2 nights in Holguin City.