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Villa Islazul Don Lino

Playa Blanca, Rafael Freyre, Cuba
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Villa Islazul Don Lino
22 April 2013 -
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Winnipeg, Canada
2 reviews
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

The beauty and charm of Don Lino is in the hearts and souls of the people there - both on and off the resort. I'm getting to know them more every-time and it just keeps getting better. The warmth and hospitality of the people is like none other. The moment of leaving was painful but the memories are precious, and... More

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Gatineau, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Honestly, this place is for people who want to relax and enjoy the REAL Cuba!! "This is a 2 star property people, IN CUBA!!!" (only because they don't have the amenities we canadians consider to be necessities in life) - no 24hr access to food and drinks - no A LA CARTE restaurant - no bank - NO INTERNET -... More

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Oakville, Canada
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

Spent a week at the villa don lino,at very beautiful resort with very friendly staff, the beach on the property is nice to relax on but I would advise a horse ride down the road to the neighbouring beach were the water is calmer,,,,if not then enjoy the pool, they have two places to sit and meet people the front... More

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Cardinal, Canada
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13 reviews 13 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We spent a week here in late March. This is a simple, inexpensive resort in a rural area. We found that many of the guests had been here before, some multiple times. The food is not fancy, but well prepared. As you might expect, lots of chicken and pork, rice, local fruit and vegetables. There were no lineups. The beach... More

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Guelph, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Once again I went solo and in mid-Feb to early March. The weather this time was a mix of cool days with sun and even cooler nights with lots of wind. This is very atypical of February's weather as it usually gets warmer once January has passed. I must admit the cooler days(25-29C degrees) is NOT exactly cold in our... More

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Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

We went to this resort for the first time in March for one week. We have been to Cuba at least 6 times and always stayed at 4 or 5 star resorts. This resort was a good surprise as it is only a 2 star. We stayed in one of the bungalows which are not bungalows but 2 story buildings.... More

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Halifax, Canada
1 review
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

We came back from Don Lino Mar/28. Weather was amazing (sunny!), people so friendly and warm (lots of hugs and kisses), entertainment just right anything more than this would not fit the ambiance, resort stuff and other services (horse and car taxi) so nice that your heart will melt. Feels like visiting favorite relatives, that happen to be poor but... More

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Ottawa
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

I stayed at the Don Lino from March 20 to the 27th and had a wonderful time. This was my 5th trip to Cuba but my first time at this resort. It was also my first time traveling alone. I was impressed with Sunwing. As I was the only passenger from Ottawa going to the resort they hired a private... More

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Bathurst, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

Don lino. Was there from March 20 To 28/2013 Wonderful resort.  First time there, We arrived in the dark so we were not sure what to expect. Check in was fast. We were in the new bungalos on the second storey. The room was immaculate. 2 double beds pushed together. Mini fridge. Nothing supplied but we knew that so we... More

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Kingston, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

This was our 6th trip to Cuba and I can say it was the worst. The eating area is not air-conditioned, so it was alwys hot during ours meals. The swimming pool tiny and does not have access for disabled. In the rooms, there was a gap between the balcony door and floor so some insects were able to get... More

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Also Known As:
Villa Islazul Don Lino Hotel Rafael Freyre
Villa Islazul Don Lino Hotel
Hotel Islazul Don Lino
Islazul Don Lino Hotel
Villa Islazul Don Lino Cuba/Holguin Province
Address: Playa Blanca, Rafael Freyre, Cuba
Region: Caribbean > Cuba > Holguin Province > Rafael Freyre
Amenities:
Restaurant Swimming Pool
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Ranked #2 of 2 hotels in Rafael Freyre

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