2017 continues to be a great year for Meliá Hotels International since 11 of its 27 hotels in Cuba have been awarded certificates of excellence by TripAdvisor.
This official recognition, accounts for the quality and quantity of reviews submitted by travelers on TripAdvisor over a 12-month period. To qualify a business must maintain an overall TripAdvisor bubble rating of at least four out of five, have a minimum number of reviews and must have been listed on TripAdvisor for at least a year.
The awardees, located across five of the largest and more colorful holiday destinations in Cuba, are:
Meliá Las Antillas
All Inclusive 4 Star Plus resort, designed exclusively for guests over 16 years of age. Located right on the beach in Varadero, very close to the dolphinarium. Renowned for its tropical gardens, water mirrors and lush vegetation, for guests to immerse themselves in delighting the senses
Meliá Santiago de Cuba
A unique 5 Star hotel in Cuba’s second largest city, conveniently located very close to the Old Town of Santiago de Cuba and the Teatro Heredia Convention Centre. An outstanding THE LEVEL area and the picturesque Santiago Café, reflecting the spirit of the city. Recommended for incentive trips, weddings, honeymoons and circuits.
Sol Río de Luna y Mares
4 Star All Inclusive Resort. With a beachfront location in Playa Esmeralda, on the northern coast of Holguín, where the green of the forests blends with the blue of the sea to create a wonderful alliance. This hotel complex boasts extensive green areas, a wide range of services and attractions. Recommended for families, weddings, honeymoons and tour groups.
Sol Cayo Coco
4 Star All Inclusive Resort. Located in Cayo Coco, right on the beach, with access to two very different yet equally appealing beaches. The hotel, which is surrounded by gardens and palm trees, owes its name to the forest ibis, locally called the coco, which is also the name of the key. Particularly recommended for family holidays, sailing, fishing, diving and, of course, bird-watching.
Paradisus Princesa del Mar
Ultra All Inclusive 5 Star resort, designed exclusively for guests over 18 years of age and situated in one of the finest parts of Varadero beach. A charming setting with inviting landscapes and a romantic atmosphere. The height of comfort in its intimate Royal Service area for the experience of a lifetime. Recommended for weddings, honeymoons, incentive trips and spa/wellness.
Sol Palmeras
4 Star All Inclusive Resort. Exceptionally located by the sea in Varadero, this amazing hotel and bungalow complex, with its refreshing swimming pools surrounded by gardens, terraces and bars, is renowned for its comfortable rooms, the unique style of the buffet restaurant with gourmet show-cooking, and its attractive entertainment programme. Recommended for families, golf, honeymoons and groups.
Paradisus Río de Oro
Ultra All Inclusive 5 Star eco-resort, situated within the Bahía de Naranjo Natural Park, in Playa Esmeralda, on the northern coast of Holguín. Designed for adults only aged 18 and over. The ultimate comfort and excellence in an intimate Royal Service area for those seeking unique experiences. Recommended for weddings, honeymoons, incentive trips and spa/wellness.
Melia Cayo Coco
All Inclusive 5 Star beachfront resort, designed exclusively for guests over 18 years of age. A beachfront location on Cayo Coco, which is home to a particular colony of pink flamingos. Its suites and superior rooms are built on stilts over a natural saltwater lagoon. Recommended for couples, weddings and honeymoons.
Meliá Marina Varadero – Hotel
All Inclusive 5 Star beach resort, situated in the Marina Gaviota Varadero, 40 minutes from the International Airport. The complex boasts modern rooms, bars and specialist restaurants, meeting rooms, swimming pools with recreation areas and a Yhi Spa. It offers something unique in Varadero as its facilities are integrated with a wonderful seafront with shops and a marina. Ideal for families, yachting, diving, fishing, events, meetings, weddings and honeymoons.
Melia Habana
5 Star hotel by the sea, opposite the Miramar Business Centre and close to Havana’s Convention Centre. A hotel with a difference, combining nature and comfort. Renowned for its lobby with its tropical feel, outdoor areas, the city’s largest swimming pool and the exclusive THE LEVEL area. Recommended for business and incentive trips, weddings and honeymoons.
Meliá Las Américas
All Inclusive 5 Star beachfront resort, designed exclusively for guests over 18 years of age. Beachfront location in Varadero, very close to the Plaza América Convention Centre. Unique hotel with direct access to the Varadero Golf Club and recommended by the Professional Golfers’ Association of Europe. Ideal for couples, golf, weddings, honeymoons and incentives.
Congratulations to our 2017 Certificate of Excellence recipients. This achievement celebrates the efforts of their teams and their commitment to continue improving service standards and providing exceptional customer experiences.
