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Sol Cayo Santa Maria

4.0 of 5
Cayo Santa Maria | Villa Clara, Cuba
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Sol Cayo Santa Maria
 
 
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Toronto, Canada
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

I love Sol Cayo Santa Maria so much that I went back a second time and will definitely return a third. The one-star reviewers are whiners who have no idea where they are and would probably never be satisfied. HOWEVER, I'm sure that your mileage may vary, because: As amazing as it is that this needs to be said, if... More

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Vancouver, Canada
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We arrived May 9, departed May 16. The rooms were decent, gaps under the door allowed beetles and ants in, but there were no mosquitoes inside. None outside either. Pavements and walkways cracked. This was not such a big deal considering this was the cheapest resort on the strip. If we went with Melia Cayo next door, it would have... More

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Halifax,
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I hesitated a bit in giving this resort a our star rating,, but then I remembered the good points and between the absolutely incredible beach and the surprisingly good food the scales were tipped. Rooms: The room we had was sold as an 'ocean view'. We could see the ocean from it, over the jungle of trees between us and... More

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Mississauga
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

My first time in Cuba! Have been to many 4 and 5 star resorts before and would consider this to be a 3 star. Was here from 03-May to 10-May-2013 with my 15 yr old son. You get what you pay for as this hotel is the oldest along the strip. The food is ok except the thin crust pitza's... More

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muskoka canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Stayed at Sol Cayo Santa Maria April 24 to May 8. This was our 8th trip to Cuba, but the first to CSM. We always go 4 Star and have always been delighted with the resort we chose. I always use Trip Advisor to choose my Cuban vacation. I usually dismiss the totally negative reports, as some people are never... More

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new brunswick
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

My partner and I spent a week at the Sol Resort and would not hesitate returning there again. We just wanted a quiet restful week so this was one of the reasons we chose Sol Melia.This was our 8th trip to Cuba and one of the most enjoyable. Cuban beaches are always so beautiful and since it wasn't high season,... More

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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

I stayed at Sol Cayo Santa Maria in December 2012/January 2013. It was my very first trip down south, and although the hotel needs a few updates (our shower head didn't work very well, there was no plug for the drain to take a bath and out sliding door didn't really open and close that well) I still had an... More

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Montreal, Quebec, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

So after spending one week there, it was pretty cool, the rooms are well separated, and the service is pretty good, maybe except for the meal where it depend on luck on who serves you, because they switch often so tiping is hazardous here. Anyway, the food is not so bad, the pool is clean and the beach extra ordinary.... More

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Adolfo F, General Manager at Sol Cayo Santa Maria, responded to this review
29 April 2013

Dear Mr Yvanobi We are pleased to receive your valuable opinion about your experiences in our Hotel, thank you very much for letting us know, it is a very important tool to keep working with high standards. Is great to know you have left our hotel happy and satisfied, that’s the main objective of our staff. For sure we will... More

2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013 via mobile

Food was excellent was expecting bland but different all the time & full of flavor. All staff Were exceptional. No bugs just lots of sun & sand. Entertainment every nite was good & different. Buses & cabs easy to get need anything just call & they r there. Our maid alex awesome. Always had bottled water Our room was cleaned... More

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Adolfo F, Manager at Sol Cayo Santa Maria, responded to this review
23 April 2013

Dear Gagax5 We deeply thank you for writing these precise and at the same time very rewarding comments on our resort. Through your report we can acknowledge how guests are able to appreciate our efforts to achieve their full satisfaction. I’d be very pleased to welcome you back in Cayo Santa Maria so you can enjoy another fantastic vacation among... More

essex
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17 reviews 17 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

This was all inclusive. The beach and pools were very good. The restaurant was rather like a school canteen busy and noisy, but the food was ok.Room was good with a porch,plumbing problems, but theyinvestigated immediately,and partly resolved.

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Adolfo F, Manager at Sol Cayo Santa Maria, responded to this review
23 April 2013

Dear Dolly98 I really thank you taking the time to write these valuable comments which certainly may contribute to the good advertisement of our resort and which will help future clients to find the right destination for their next holidays. I’d be very honored to welcome you once again in Cayo Santa Maria so you can enjoy another fabulous stay... More

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Additional Information about Sol Cayo Santa Maria

Address: Cayo Santa Maria | Villa Clara, Cuba
Region: Caribbean > Cuba > Cayo Santa Maria
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool
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Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
In an island paradise off the northern coast of Cuba stands the All Inclusive 4-star Sol Cayo Santa Maria hotel (300 rooms). Ideal for simply relaxing or for exploring the clear ocean bottom and neighboring keys that surround this marvelous Cuban tourist destination. Enjoy an unforgettable holiday with your family, all included. ... more   less 
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