Melia Cayo Santa Maria: Great Hotel, Beautiful Beach

I have been to Cuba many times. And this is my second time at this hotel, and I will return. No complaints. Just a good time. Staff was fantastic. Food was a good Cuban standard. Drinks always great.

Melia Cayo Santa Maria: Great Hotel, Beautiful Beach

I have been to Cuba many times. And this is my second time at this hotel, and I will return. No complaints. Just a good time. Staff was fantastic. Food was a good Cuban standard. Drinks always great.

Playa Cayo Santa Maria: Playa Cayo Santa Maria

Rooms are clean and staff is very friendly and welcoming. Service is very good and entertainment is fun. There are plenty of food/drink choices which are available to you all day and night. The beach and pools are beautiful and I enjoy my time there every time I go!

Playa Cayo Santa Maria: Can't wait to return!

Beautiful gardens, clean rooms, friendly people. Food was good, there is always something even for picky eaters there's the snack bar which has the best chicken sandwiches and sweet potato fries. The piña coladas in the lobby are always amazing, and the atmosphere is friendy and relaxing. Family had an amazing time and we can't wait to return!

Melia Cayo Santa Maria: Lovely as always

We have been to many parts of Cuba over the years but always return to Melia Cayo Santa Maria. The hotel is well run, the staff are warm, welcoming and do the best they can under sometimes trying conditions. The grounds are lovely and the rooms, large and comfortable. Sure, the showers were often lukewarm and sometimes there was a shortage of fresh fruit or veg but there was always plenty of choice in meats, cheeses, soups, salads and desserts. I didn't notice anyone going hungry. The pizzas and [... read more] burgers are also excellent. The beach is one of the best, and even when it's too wavy too swim you can walk the 8km and not feel crowded, ever. The country is in trouble, and the staff are grateful for any gifts. US cash is good but practical things we take for granted are perhaps better. We took acetaminophen, ibuprofen, toothpaste, toothbrushes, reading glasses and feminine napkins.

Melia Las Dunas: Fantastic staff

Hotel is dated but always clean rooms and property. Pools and beach are fantastic. The best part of the the resort is the staff. All are fantastic, caring, and so willing to be helpful, and do it with a smile.

Valentin Perla Blanca: Good Value

This was our second stay here. The first was 3 years ago, the beach is paradise, the people are beautiful. The property is in amazing shape. There was always power, hot water and something to eat, pizza at the pool bar is a nice touch, grilled chicken sandwiches at the beach were awesome. The Buffet was lacking but in all fairness there was only 150 people, low season. My only complaint was the beds, very old and lots of springs, nothing a chiropractor can’t fix.

Iberostar Selection Ensenachos: Amazing resort, good location and excellent service at all levels of the vacation from the booking to the end of the vacation.

Very appreciate for the excellent service at all levels of our vacation. Resort is perfectly located, staff very professional. Thank you all for the good vacation. No additional comments!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The One Gallery Hotel: Amazing resort

This was an amazing experience for us. The hotel is clean and fairly new. The staff were soooo helpful. Crisp sharp black and white uniforms...smiling faces and eager to help. The food was amazing. Lots of variety and live entertainment during meals. They had roast beef! Been to Cuba many times and never had beef. Rooms were spacious and nicely decorated. Pillows are a little mushy. A nice surprise to find a butler in our building as well. The beach is stunning...STUNNING!!! We met many repeat  [... read more]guests. We will be back for sure. Thank you to Dana..Anthony at the buffet..Myron at the Italian restaurant and Jose our Butler

Royalton Cayo Santa Maria: Lovely resort!

We very much enjoyed Royalton Cayo Santa Maria. It was our first time at this resort and we would return. As far as a Cuban resort goes, this is the best we have stayed at in Cuba, we've been to several others in Veradero, Cayo Santa Maria and Cayo Coco. The pros: Beach is spectacular Service is fantastic, lovely people. Butlers are waiting for you and happy to assist. Food was above average for Cuban resorts, they have condiments, salt and use some garlic marinade at the beach th [... read more]at guests raved about. We always bring chips and snacks for the room, it makes all the difference. Rooms were quiet and AC worked well. We were on bottom floor building 10, totally fine, no bugs in the room. Would choose this location again, found it convenient. Resort wasn't at capacity, so getting beach and pool chairs never an issues. The resort is for people that want quiet, no loud thumping party music, music by the pool at reasonable level, music on the beach, for a few hours, not all day, and lots of 80s music when we were there. Seems they cater to their crowd, which is an older clientelle. They accept CAD happily. The cons: Smokers, they can't at home, so they do here and they have no regard for others in their vicinity. Lots of butts left in the sand on the beach too, just ignorant travellers. The travel time to get to the resort is about 1 hour 45 mins. It's a long bus ride. Take is as a tour and listen to the tour operator and it becomes quite a bit more interesting. We asked about a cab ride, it was $100 CAD or $80 USD, same amount of time, but they would get you out of the airport faster than the bus waiting for stragglers. There are no-see-ems, or sand flees or something, not mosquitos. I didn't see or feel bites, but I came home with a lot. Husband has none, so they have a blood type preference. We travelled for a quick weekend getaway, it was what we needed. We travel quite a bit, wouldn't stay in Cuba for a week, but for 3-4 days, it's a great refresher on a top beach in the world, doesn't get much better than that. I will comment on Diamond Club as we typically book this level if we can at other resorts. We didn't miss it here. The Diamond Club people used the regular side of the beach more than their dedicated section. Service seemed great with out it. We weren't there to drink, so didn't care whether we had top shelf liquor. No lines at check in to need any priority service. We liked our room location, but if a top floor is a preference, you may have a better shot at it with Diamond Club. Certainly they reserve those for returning guests. I did all the things to get a top floor and they said they were full, even though they weren't, so they do protect those rooms, which is good in a way. If you are planning a trip to Cuba, make sure you are able to accept the challenges their country faces, with a little understanding, you will appreciate what they are offering and have a great time.

Memories Paraiso: Grand Memory Santa Maria

The service at the restaurant was extremely poor—if you don't tip, the waiters won't serve you. The number had a broken air conditioner—I had to have it repaired. Service is not well in restorant and beachbar.

Iberostar Selection Ensenachos: Hotel should be closed

With a heavy heart I write this review. I am a repeat guest since opening and I will not be returning. I have proper expectations of food but I do not expect to be served spoiled meat on 2 separate occasions. The other protein choices were all fat and we were unable to eat them. There is one working cart so plan on taking all your bags to Your room on your own. The van for Coral guests drives so fast he knocked us off the road twice. All of the beach chairs on Ensenachos beach should be replac [... read more]ed. They are mouldy and broken.The pools used to be very clean, this trip they were moderate at best. The small pool with the hot tub was filthy and was definitely unsafe to swim in. Sadly the only positive is there is way less garbage littered around the beach and walkways. It is a real shame such a stunning property has been allowed to fall into ruins.

Grand Memories Santa Maria: Not Great

We upgraded to an oceanview room, it was very run down. Shower barely worked, door frame kept falling apart and a lot of bugs (ants and cockroaches). We booked this hotel because it was for families because we brought our 11 year old. There was no activities for kids his age. Normally there is soccer of volleyball but there was nothing. We have traveled to Cuba many times and know what to expect but this resort fell very short. We went to memories holguin last year, it was much better for  [... read more]families. This resort seems to really cater to adults. Also there is no access to the other memories, I believe it is closed. Beautiful beach.

Playa Cayo Santa Maria: Unforgettable

This resort has exceeded all our expectations coming in. From the staff to the food and beach front it had it all. Wonderful people and have made so many friends. Highly recommend this resort Thank you!

Iberostar Selection Ensenachos: Heaven

What can I even say… it’s always amazing to go back to that beautiful beach and the incredible staff who make it feel like home. Every time I leave, a part of me stays there. That beach is unreal, and the people are even more special. It breaks my heart when I see negative comments about Cuba — knowing what those people are going through, they still show nothing but kindness, warmth, and smiles. Nothing is missing. Everything is perfect in its own way. If someone expects something differen [... read more]t, then simply go somewhere else and pay more — but don’t put down a place filled with so much heart. I was never hungry, never uncomfortable… just grateful. I can’t wait to go back. ❤️?✨

Melia Las Dunas: Beautiful resort

Melia las dunas is a beautiful 19 year old resort its lushness in the plantation of trees tropical plants are so manicured, lobby is huge marble, bright,areas with lots of seating, all grounds are spotless and clean, walk way to beach well kept and easy access, rooms are dated to the newer hotels but clean and fresh, my only issue was lack of hot water to shower with, for 1 week they said issue was being looked at, but the issue is definitely not a quick fix,

Sol Cayo Santa Maria: Sol Cayo Santa Marie

The resorts is a very good resort the staff is very friendly and helpful. The only complaint I had was the area we were first staying in was not very well maintained but the staff moved us to the room we stayed in last year and the whole area was very clean.I would recommend this resort to anyone.

Melia Buenavista: Fantastic resort

This resort was very nice well kept very clean and friendly staff.The pool and beach area were very with lots of chairs for everyone!! I would definitely consider going back to this resort.Absolutely loved the rooms they were clean and very spacious.

Melia Buenavista: Great resort for relaxation

This is an over 18 resort, incredible for a couples getaway or small groups. Great helpful personnel on the resort, from the check in personnel - to the ground staff. They are very friendly and there to assist you with all things that you require. The resort is smaller with only 105 units. 2 pools. 1 with music and 2nd quiet. There are 3 beautiful beaches, each with with their own bar service and a bit of a different atmosphere. Snorkeling is incredible, it is better to bring your own gear as d [... read more]ifficult to borrow from hotel. There are 2 dinner restaurants, with a different breakfast and lunch restaurant on site, there is also a 24 hr snack bar at the main pool that serves pizza, burgers and hot dogs. The lobby has a 24 hr bar where you can enjoy nightly entertainment, conversation with other guest or just enjoying the moment. You do have access to 2 other Melia resorts and use of their amenities including buffets. Our butler did say that the resort is arranging to have more food options offered, by allowing clients to go to a plaza with amenities available there. This would include shopping, bowling, a disco and additional food choices. This would require transportation to and from the resort to the plaza. The room was large with a view of the ocean and a balcony to enjoy a morning coffee or a drink. There were no see ums that did bite. The resort did spray for them but being the time of year and recent rainfalls they were prevalent. Bring bug spray. The resort is a 1.5 hr drive to get to from the airport but we considered this a free bus tour of the country. The cost is slightly higher than most resorts in Cuba but if you want service that goes above, you should give the Melia Buena Vista a try.

Grand Aston Cayo Las Brujas: Ok Resort

The hotel itself was great, clean and in good repair. Pools were clean. Food was consistent, had eggs and bacon everyday. No supply issues with food/alcohol. Beach is very nice with great snorkeling but is a considerable distance from the main hotel, also no snack bar at the beach which is a negative. I personally like the beach being closer. No-see-ums (bugs) were bad at times.