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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
11 June 2013 -
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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Oxford, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

Now, you must bear in mind that we got this holiday for an absolute bargain, so we can't really complain at value for money. Here's a quick rundown... Bad points: * Our shower didn't work - so I filled up spare water bottles and left them on the balcony to warm up during the day and then poured them over... More

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Solihull
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23 reviews 23 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

Lovely journey up the causeway to the hotel which is in a good position with a lovely beach. The rooms are very basic and could do with a good clean. Food was o.k. Pool was good with plenty of chairs to go round. Evening entertainment good. This was the first stop off at a beach in Cuba and enjoyed my... More

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Edmonton, Canada
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

I would come back to this hotel in a heart beat. I would rate it at 3.5 stars - ONLY for the reason that it needs a little bit of love visually. A few things are starting to fall apart, but I always felt it was safe. Anything unsafe was looked in to and already roped off (one path to... More

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Newmarket, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

At the SCG 16thMay-30th of May The hotel is a little tired but it is not that bad, the people who work there are lovely after making a two hour trip to get to and from work they work very hard for very little.Rooms are basic but hey you don't spend all day in your room.The food is not as... More

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Mansfield, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

I was a little worried after reading some reviews which now appear to be a bit over board. We checked in to the hotel on the bus which was different but saved the hassle at the other end after all its 1 and half to the hotel and 40 km of the journey is on a cause way.We were greeted... More

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Montreal, Canada
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33 hotel reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
94 helpful votes 94 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

This was my 34th visit to Cuba, and I wasn't disappointed at the "value for the price" that one gets on vacations to this country! This hotel is the oldest on the island of Santa Maria, but under the supervision of manager Navarro, renovations are ongoing. Yes, the hotel is showing it's age, but it's not exactly "camping"! Keep in... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013 via mobile

We've just got back from SCSM and definitely are glad to be back home from what I would say was mix of the good, bad, and the ugly at this resort. The good: The beach as most reviewers would agree is beautiful. Food is limited at times but enough to fill a hungry stomach. There is one main buffet open... More

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Montreal, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

If you are looking for the small, quiet and reasonably priced hotel with the great beach and food – Sol is your choice ! :-). I like to eat, so food was important for me and food was great. Seriously, buffet was better than brunch in the decent 4-5* Hilton, Sheraton or Fairmont. Salads and starters, fish, seafood, meat and... More

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Durham, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

May 5-19 2013. Nice welcome to the hotel with musicians and dancers and a welcome drink. Had read reviews before our holiday and some reviews were harsh. All the staff were excellent and very friendly especially the customer service and Animation team. Varied entertainment each night of a professional standard. The staff always added a personal touch especially the customer... More

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abbotsford, BC
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7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

May 9-16/13 M&K - Abbotsford, BC Sol Cayo Santa Maria/ I’d go back , maybe ... We had a good time, but really had to accept a lot to get that. At the end of the week I was rested, well fed and had drunk well! The service is good, the staff are older and more experienced and it shows.... More

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Additional Information about Sol Cayo Santa Maria

Also Known As:
Sol Cayo Santa Maria Hotel Cayo Santa Maria
Sol Cayo Santa Maria Hotel
Sol Hotel Cayo Santa Maria
Cayo Maria Santa Sol
Sol Cayo Santa Maria Cuba
Cayo Santa Maria 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
Hotel Style:
#4 On the Beach Hotels in Cayo Santa Maria
#4 Romantic Hotels in Cayo Santa Maria
#4 Luxury Hotels in Cayo Santa Maria
#8 Top resorts Hotels in Cayo Santa Maria
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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