Sol Rio de Luna & Mares Resort

in Guardalavaca , Cuba - Holguin T rating: 4

 
  • Two resorts in one
  • Range of activities
  • Tours and twin centres
Set in one of the most beautiful parts of Playa Esmeralda, this place is every inch the good-looking beachfront retreat.
Framed by exotic greenery and set alongside a stretch of ice-white sand, the Sol Rio is in a first class spot. What’s more, there are a whole host of free watersports on offer at the beach – think windsurfing, snorkelling and catamarans – so there’s plenty to do besides relaxing.

Alongside the tropical gardens that cocoon the complex, the lagoon-like pool scene deserves a special mention. There are two huge outdoor pools to choose from, as well as a selection of roomy sun terraces. Factor in a poolside bar serving made-to-order cocktails throughout the day and it’s a great place to chill out.

Head inside, meanwhile, and you’ll find the vibe is just as laidback. Fresh cream walls provide the backdrop for simple wooden furniture and beds dressed in soft red cotton. Balconies or terraces come as standard, as do views of the gardens or the sea. In-room comforts like air-conditioning, satellite TVs and mini-fridges complete the picture.

On the food front, this place serves up no less than five restaurants. And with everything from big international buffets to authentic Cuban cuisine on the menu, there’s always plenty of choice. There’s a piano bar, too, and a beachfront disco, so nights at the Sol Rio can be as laidback or as lively as you like.

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Hotel features

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All Inclusive

  • 24-hour All Inclusive
  • Full Board - restrictions will apply
  • Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks - restrictions will apply
  • Activities as listed
  • Entertainment as indicated
  • Facilities that are not part of your All Inclusive package may incur extra local charges - please see the A-Z Guide

Meals

  • Buffet restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • 1 visit to 2 of the à la carte restaurants per week - French, Italian, Mediterranean and Mexican
  • 2 snack bars - 1 open 24hrs

Swimming pool

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Swim-up bar
  • 2 pool bars
  • 2 beach bars
  • Sun terraces
  • Sunbeds
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Evening cabaret shows and disco
  • Theatre with activities throughout the day & night, music & bar service
  • Beach disco
  • 2 lobby bars - 1 open 24hrs
  • Disco bar
  • Theatre bar

Activities

  • Daytime programme with dance lessons, games and ecological excursions
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table
  • Darts
  • Aqua aerobics
  • Minigolf
  • Giant chess
  • Boules
  • Rifle shooting
  • Intro scuba diving pool lesson
  • Water polo
  • Health centre with 2 whirlpools, sauna, Turkish bath, relaxation area, gym & aerobics room
  • Tennis at Luna side
  • Non-motorised watersports include windsurfing, sailing, catamaran, snorkelling and kayaks

For Families

  • 2 kids' pool sections
  • Hotel-run kids' club for 5-12yrs
  • Cots
  • Highchairs

Facilities

  • The following are not included in your All Inclusive package:
  • Beauty treatments & massage in the health centre
  • Laundry service
  • Mini-market
  • Phone

Extra Charges

Facilities that don't form part of your All Inclusive package may incur extra local charges, please see the A-Z Guide

Other Information

We've plotted your holiday accommodation as accurately as possible. But for some smaller hotels or villas the map may pinpoint the centre of the nearest town rather than the property itself, so make sure you read the location description too.

Travel longhaul with Thomson Airways and you can look forward to…

  • 7-inch seatback TV with up to 10 movies – 5 each way – plus up to 7 TV channels, 10 music channels and 6 games
  • Dedicated children’s TV channels
  • 3-course meal with refreshments before landing
  • 20kg luggage allowance and 10kg for children under 2
  • Premium Club includes at least a 36-inch seat pitch, pampering goodies and a fast-track pass to the departure lounge at some airports

Our rating

4

Official Rating

4 Star

No. of rooms

464

Room facilities

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Room facilities

All rooms have air-conditioning, satellite TV, phone and fridge. Double rooms sleep up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child with 1 queen-size or 2 double beds. Double ocean-view rooms available.

Room Upgrades

We also offer Suites and Superior sea-view rooms.

Superior sea-view rooms have air-conditioning, satellite TV, phone and fridge plus the following VIP features: private check-in & -out, bottle of rum in room on arrival, 4 à la carte restaurant reservations a week, 1 lobster dinner on request, minibar restocked daily with soft drinks, beer and water, bathrobes, tea/coffee facilities, pool towels, 20% discount on a full body massage in the Wellness centre and free late check-out until 15.00.

Suites sleep up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children and have a separate living room and additional bathroom.

Multi Centre Holidays

This hotel can be combined with the Sierra Maestra tour or a 3-night stay in Havana.

Location

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  • On the beach
  • 5km to resort centre
  • 5km to the nearest local bars and restaurants

Transfers

1 hour

Your guide to Guardalavaca, Cuba - Holguin

Until the seventies Guardalavaca was just a quiet sleepy little town located on the north eastern coast of Holguin Province in the east of Cuba. How times have changed. these days it's a well-established resort with an enviable reputation. The resort is still growing, yet its current small but perfectly formed status ensures a low-key atmosphere, which for most visitors is a big part of the appeal. The star attraction remains the beach, with sand the colour and texture of caster sugar, shelving gently into warm turquoise waters. Such inviting waters account for many of the most popular past times, including sailing and scuba diving. Royal palm trees line the beach at convenient intervals offering welcome shade in which to snooze away a relaxing afternoon or a chance to read your book away from the sun's glare. If you can summon up the energy to venture out away from the beach, you'll discover further natural delights in the form of green rolling hills and vast fields packed full of towering sugar cane.

More on Guardalavaca, Cuba - Holguin

More on Guardalavaca, Cuba - Holguin

Until the seventies Guardalavaca was just a quiet sleepy little town located on the north eastern coast of Holguin Province in the east of Cuba. How times have changed. these days it's a well-established resort with an enviable reputation. The resort is still growing, yet its current small but perfectly formed status ensures a low-key atmosphere, which for most visitors is a big part of the appeal. The star attraction remains the beach, with sand the colour and texture of caster sugar, shelving gently into warm turquoise waters. Such inviting waters account for many of the most popular past times, including sailing and scuba diving. Royal palm trees line the beach at convenient intervals offering welcome shade in which to snooze away a relaxing afternoon or a chance to read your book away from the sun's glare. If you can summon up the energy to venture out away from the beach, you'll discover further natural delights in the form of green rolling hills and vast fields packed full of towering sugar cane.

Reviews

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Sol Rio de Luna & Mares Resort reviews - what customers thought

Thomson Web Reviews

Overall score: 5/5

Based on 24 reviews

What to expect

  • Room comfort Room comfort: 4/5
  • Location Location: 5/5
  • Food Food: 5/5
  • Cleanliness Cleanliness: 4/5

Latest Thomson Reviews

 

Written on 01/09/2010, Anonymous said...

Overall, had a really great time. The flight with the extra leg room really made a difference. The most impressive thing was the hotel check-in which was done on the coach prior to leaving the airport, so all you had to do was go straught to the room... more on this review

Giving it an overall rating out of 5: Overall score: 5/5

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Set in one of the most beautiful parts of Playa Esmeralda, this place is every inch the good-looking beachfront retreat.

Framed by exotic greenery and set alongside a stretch of ice-white sand, the Sol Rio is in a first class spot. What’s more, there are a whole host of free watersports on offer at the beach – think windsurfing, snorkelling and catamarans – so there’s plenty to do besides relaxing.

Alongside the tropical gardens that cocoon the complex, the lagoon-like pool scene deserves a special mention. There are two huge outdoor pools to choose from, as well as a selection of roomy sun terraces. Factor in a poolside bar serving made-to-order cocktails throughout the day and it’s a great place to chill out.

Head inside, meanwhile, and you’ll find the vibe is just as laidback. Fresh cream walls provide the backdrop for simple wooden furniture and beds dressed in soft red cotton. Balconies or terraces come as standard, as do views of the gardens or the sea. In-room comforts like air-conditioning, satellite TVs and mini-fridges complete the picture.

On the food front, this place serves up no less than five restaurants. And with everything from big international buffets to authentic Cuban cuisine on the menu, there’s always plenty of choice. There’s a piano bar, too, and a beachfront disco, so nights at the Sol Rio can be as laidback or as lively as you like.

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