Melia Cayo Guillermo is a beachfront all-inclusive resort, set on the northernmost island of Cuba’s Jardines del Rey archipelago. The mid-range resort offers five restaurants and bars, plenty of land and water activities, evening entertainment, and a large lagoon-style pool. But the beach is the highlight here -- a wide, clean, uncrowded stretch of white sand and clear water. Melia’s 301 rooms and suites are spacious and clean, plus all have private balconies. Expect a little wear, however, and updates would be welcome. The property has a laid-back, intimate feel (compared to the many mega-sized resorts back on Cayo Coco), which suits those seeking a low-key vacation at an uncrowded all-inclusive. Those craving a newer, more modern property could try Melia Jardines del Rey.
Melia Cayo Guillermo is a beachfront all-inclusive resort, set on the northernmost island of Cuba’s Jardines del Rey archipelago. The mid-range resort offers five restaurants and bars, plenty of land and water activities, evening entertainment, and a large lagoon-style pool. But the beach is the highlight here -- a wide, clean, uncrowded stretch of white sand and clear water. Melia’s 301 rooms and suites are spacious and clean, plus all have private balconies. Expect a little wear, however, and updates would be welcome. The property has a laid-back, intimate feel (compared to the many mega-sized resorts back on Cayo Coco), which suits those seeking a low-key vacation at an uncrowded all-inclusive. Those craving a newer, more modern property could try Melia Jardines del Rey.
The three-pearl Hotel e Gran is a historic colonial landmark right in the heart of Camaguey. Established in 1939, the property is full of charm and offers a few lovely features, though expect worn and low-frills furnishings that are common throughout Cuba. There are an outdoor pool and whirlpool, 24-hour cafeteria with Wi-Fi, all-day restaurant, and a lovely interior courtyard, plus a rooftop bar with panoramic city views and a lobby bar. Its 72 guest rooms and suites are decked out in antique-style furniture, and come equipped with air-conditioning, minibars, and flat-screen TVs. Many offer pretty city views and some have Juliet balconies, although some past guests have said street-facing rooms can be noisy at night. Travelers seeking a more intimate colonial-style property could try nearby Hotel Camino de Hierro.
The three-pearl Hotel e Gran is a historic colonial landmark right in the heart of Camaguey. Established in 1939, the property is full of charm and offers a few lovely features, though expect worn and low-frills furnishings that are common throughout Cuba. There are an outdoor pool and whirlpool, 24-hour cafeteria with Wi-Fi, all-day restaurant, and a lovely interior courtyard, plus a rooftop bar with panoramic city views and a lobby bar. Its 72 guest rooms and suites are decked out in antique-style furniture, and come equipped with air-conditioning, minibars, and flat-screen TVs. Many offer pretty city views and some have Juliet balconies, although some past guests have said street-facing rooms can be noisy at night. Travelers seeking a more intimate colonial-style property could try nearby Hotel Camino de Hierro.