Sanctuary White Sands: First time to sanctuary white sands, last time

I’ve been to Cuba about 16 times now. This was was my first time to sanctuary white sands, however I will never be a repeat guest. The good, rooms were clean, pool was clear, beach was beautiful. However I do believe, and experienced all the staff is not honest, I’ve never experienced theft in Cuba before, I’m in utter shock, and would never go back because of this.

Sanctuary White Sands: First time to sanctuary white sands, last time

I’ve been to Cuba about 16 times now. This was was my first time to sanctuary white sands, however I will never be a repeat guest. The good, rooms were clean, pool was clear, beach was beautiful. However I do believe, and experienced all the staff is not honest, I’ve never experienced theft in Cuba before, I’m in utter shock, and would never go back because of this.

Memories Caribe Beach Resort: Our Favourite

We recently visited Memories Caribe in Cayo Coco for our twelfth time. Obviously, we really enjoy this resort. This time we stayed in a Premium Al Fresco room. Our flight arrived late in the evening, check-in was fast and since we are very familiar with the resort we were able to find out building very easily. Everything in our room was in working order. Later in the week we had an issue with the TV and it was repaired quickly. The l la carte restaurants reservations were ready for us upon  [... read more]arrival. We also had returning guest dinner, Premium dinner, and Ambassador dinner so did not eat dinner in the buffet. The food in every a la carte restaurant was very good. We also had breakfast in the Premium restaurant which was nice. We absolutely love the beach at this resort and that is the main reason we return. Plenty of chairs under the shade and the chair guys are always speedy and helpful in getting you set up. Alain, Fidel and Yenelis at the beach bar are fabulous with their service. The snack bar and BBQ at the Premium area are very good and so convenient. The Premium beach area is fairly quiet and relaxing. We went to the Bites snackbar a couple of times and the food and drinks were great. The piano bar had music every night, but we found it too loud and crowded for our taste. Overall, we had a very nice vacation and will definitely return.

Memories Caribe Beach Resort: Memories Caribe beach hotel

Recently spent a week at this resort. We enjoyed our stay We felt the staff were very nice. Beach was spectacular. Some of the entertainment was very enjoyable. The al a carte restsurants were good. Had some delicious meals. Buffet also had a good variety. My only concern was the cleaning of the rooms and lack of towels could be improved.

Sanctuary White Sands: Good

Clean-good Food- fair Service-pretty good Pool-good Beach-good Entertainment-not great Communication-poor Hated not having a paper menu, information on tv and billboards I prefer not using my phone while on vacation but resort forces you to use it. More information on what is going on and what is available would help

Grand Aston Cayo Paredon Beach Resort: Great Resort overall.

Pools were great and in excellent condition. The beach was amazing soft white sands and well maintained. We did however have a lot of issues with our room, no hot water for 5 days, no TV, dribbling water from the tap, battery in door died and had to wait 4 hours for IT manager to come and fix it as we had to sit and wait in the lobby for him to finish his meeting - then 3 maintenance men turned up, no IT Manager. Finally moved our room on day 5 and this room was great. It took the Sunwing re [... read more]p talking to Reception to help - didn't find them helpful at all. Sunwing reps were great. Reception staff awful.

Memories Caribe Beach Resort: Great resort

The resort was clean, and well maintained grounds. Everything was close by from our room, so short walk to beach, pool and restaurants. Short drive from airport to resort so made it best to maximize time at resort. Beach area and amenities were great. Definitely on our list to return very soon. Great staff everywhere we went. They were always friendly, caring and helpful. Special mention and shout out to the resort’s public relation rep. C. Lesly Guerra who really made our trip special and m [... read more]ade us feel very welcomed.

Melia Cayo Coco: Great resort

It was an excellent week of relaxation/ the staff was wonderful the facility was small but well maintained and the food was good with lots of variety/the room was spacious and well equipped but a little tired with some of those typical issues you find in Cuba (like intermittent hot water)

Melia Cayo Coco: Great resort

It was an excellent week of relaxation/ the staff was wonderful the facility was small but well maintained and the food was good with lots of variety/the room was spacious and well equipped but a little tired with some of those typical issues you find in Cuba (like intermittent hot water)

Iberostar Selection Esmeralda: Nice, compact resort

Nice, compact resort that was a little far from airport. With a beer in hand, looking out over the vast turquoise blue waters from the causeway to Cayo Cruz wasn’t a hardship! The new development on the island still leaves some of the island untouched and ready for exploration. It is this, plus great food and service, that made me return (and will return again!). See you soon

Iberostar Origin Daiquiri: Piece of Paradise

We had a truly memorable experience at Iberostar Daiquiri. It’s an extremely family-friendly resort with beautiful architecture and stunning grounds. You’ll notice many repeat guests, especially Canadians, which speaks to how special this place is. The Cuban staff is professional, dedicated, and genuinely attentive. Our room was clean, spacious, and offered an unforgettable ocean view. The bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom was modern and functional. Housekeeping did an excellent job  [... read more]throughout our stay. The resort has mature, lush gardens that are meticulously maintained by the gardening team. Walking through the property is a pleasure on its own. Yanis and Marlie were in charge of the kids’ entertainment, and they were amazing. They speak fluent English and organized many interactive and educational activities throughout the day—percussion lessons, arts and crafts, kids’ trivia, and more. Their energy and personalities really made a difference. The adult entertainment team was also extremely talented. They put great passion into their daily events, making the days fun and engaging for everyone. The food was one of the highlights of our stay and deserves special mention due to how important it is for many travelers. The buffet always had plenty of variety, and everything was fresh and well-prepared. Fruits: papaya, guava, star fruit, sweet lime, watermelon Natural juices: guava, papaya, pineapple Other beverages: cola, lime soda, orange Fanta, espresso, cappuccino, cocktails (mojitos, daiquiris), beer, red & white wine Breakfast: freshly baked bread, pancakes, eggs in all forms, cheeses, deli meats, homemade donuts, syrups, honey, cream cheese, and more. Lunch & Dinner Highlights: Fish grilling station Pork and chicken breast grilling station Pasta station with a dedicated chef Burgers Seafood (calamari, shrimp, baby octopus, clams) Cuban dishes: rice & beans, fufu, pumpkin, mashed potatoes Soups: Cuban beans soup and vegetable soup Salads & sides: olives, artichokes, beets, carrots Desserts: guava pie, Cuban bread pudding, rice pudding, mousse, cakes, delightful pastries Ice cream flavors: guava, vanilla, mantecado, soursop, chocolate, strawberry A special thanks to José Miguel, our waiter, who always kept our drinks topped up and made sure our kids were happy and comfortable. The beach was like a tropical paradise—clear water, soft sand, and perfect for relaxing or spending time with the family. One of the best parts of the resort. --- ? Final Thoughts Iberostar Daiquiri exceeded our expectations in every aspect: staff, food, entertainment, and natural beauty. We look forward to returning and highly recommend it to families seeking a warm and welcoming Caribbean getaway.

Grand Aston Cayo Paredon Beach Resort: Amazing resort

Very nice beach, all places are very close, restaurants are very good, the cafeteria is good Cuban food, the desserts were amazing (it is a French chef) For night entertainment, do not miss ENTRE CUERDAS, a trio of guitarists, simply amazing We had a major problem with water in our room, but we have been advised this is resolved I consider this beach the nicest I have seen in Cuba, beats Varadero

Melia Costa Rey: Lovely place, pleasant vacation

A well deserved 4+ star resort. Clean rooms, quite good food, lovely beach, nice size pools. Issues, here and there, ( like hard to change beach towels) ... it happened, but all together, it was a pleasant vacation.

Grand Aston Cayo Paredon Beach Resort: Grand Aston Cayo Paredo was excellent

I recommend the "Club" level upgrade. With it you avoid the crazy buffet lineups, have butler and private adults only pool access, private bar and meal space and priority ala carte restaurant bookings. The tiny Club section down at the beach is nothing to speak of so just enjoy the rest of the beach area. We used Air Canada and the "Spectacular" day long excursion is great value for the $100 and 10% off if you are an Aeroplan member. Lunch is included as are rum and coffee tastings. Tons of [... read more] interesting stops. Short boat ride on a lake. Hold small gators, Flamingos and or a huge iguana. Please bring some meds and hygiene items to donate to church or people in the towns on the Spectacular day long excursion. Bring something. You'll feel so good about yourself. Remember. Your not going for the food. Zero mosquitos for the entire week due to the steady wind. Catch a 6:30 am sunrise. The shows are rough but maybe you'll have a laugh or two. Definitely attend the Air Canada briefing but feel free to avoid the speciality Air Canada dinner night.

Memories Flamenco Beach Resort: Wonderful vacation

Enjoyed our visit, rooms clean and everything working as it should. We were in premium building 2 ocean view. Always found something good to eat . Breakfast and often lunch in the premium restaurant was always good, also enjoyed tacos on the beach as well as premium grill. Beach beautiful but eroding on right hand side where premium area, left side more level. Need water shoes to get past shells and rocks as you enter water but after that just sand. Enjoyed alacartes except Italian. Staff all a [... read more]mazing . Just remember availability of things changes daily so adjust your expectations accordingly.

Hotel Playa Coco: Superb

I've been to this resort 12 times. Reasons Very comfortable beds Beautiful beach Many dining options 24 hour snack bar 24 hour lobby bar Smaller resort' 3 story buildings The lay out is perfect Friendly staff I have always enjoyed my stay. If your looking for a party atmosphere I would not recommend. If your looking for a relaxing vacation Hotel Playa Coco is for you!

Melia Cayo Coco: Great stop

Nicest staff Good are fine Live Cuban music excellent Food is good and lots for all Very little shortages Best resort for the cost by far! Adult only at a great pace. Quiet and no disco music. A wide, beautiful, white sand beach. The Cuban restaurant is outstanding. Both the food and the restaurant location and structure itself is unique. Plenty of bars for cold drinks within a a few steps, regardless whether you’re at the beach at the pool, listen to music or near the lobby. There wer [... read more]e many many people that were repeat visitors 20 times or more and even met a couple on the 27th visit. We will absolutely return

Playa Luxury Cayo Guillermo: Very nice resort, our new favorite resort in Cayo Coco

Resort has been totally renovated, feels more upscale, refined. Rooms were renovated, nice bathroom, with a very comfortable bed. Grounds were well kept with mature foliage. Staff were great. Beautiful beach, quality drinks, but what really stood out was the quality of the food. Nice extra was including the visit to the spa and the direct transportation to and from the resort. Will be going back soon.

Melia Jardines del Rey: The worst place in Cuba

This is the worst place we have seen in Cuba. We had no running water for 3 days, broken toilet not fixed for few days, stolen item from the room, rooms not cleaned daily, had to beg for clean towels, lack of food: no fresh fruits and salads, only canned goods. Office staff not helpful with all of the above issues. The beach is with rocks and not good for long walks. Would not recommend this place! The worst vacation we ever had!

Iberostar Selection Esmeralda: Beautiful resort

The resort was beautiful, the price was extremely reasonable. Good service, nice room, grounds were so nice. I would recommend this place. The food was decent a little more produce would have made it better.