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Paradisus Rio de Oro Resort & Spa

5.0 of 5
Playa Esmeralda, Crta Guardelavaca, Holguin 007, Cuba
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Paradisus Rio de Oro Resort & Spa
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Ontario
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

Paradisus Rio De Oro ~ Royal Service June 2013 It is like staying with a favorite Aunt and Uncle after 4 trips, this is our 5th trip, to this amazing resort. They know what you like and they are consistently looking for ways to enhance your experience at the resort. They remember details about each of their clients repeat or... More

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NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
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21 reviews 21 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

What a fantastic resort in a beautiful location! We had a very relaxing and enjoyable stay. The room which was a standard junior suite, was very very spacious and the bed consisted of two doubles joined together. My husband and I had so much room that we had a job to reach each other; It was very comfortable! The room... More

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Toronto, Canada
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13 reviews 13 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

First time back to Cuba in June. Weather is very hot but we loved it. No need to upgrade rooms.Food in all restaurants is excellent,room service included. Beach is beautiful.They could use a few more shade trees but some new ones were being installed the day before we left. We loved the adult only resort but did miss our wifi... More

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Ottawa, Canada
Top Contributor
53 reviews 53 reviews
53 hotel reviews
Reviews in 47 cities Reviews in 47 cities
89 helpful votes 89 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

We returned to the Paradisus after 7 years and the experience was just as good as before. This hotel, for adults only, is located about 1h drive from Holguin airport, on a small beach called Esmeralda, a bit before the town of Guardalavaca. The beautiful beach is quiet and relaxing, shared with only one other hotel, and the sea was... More

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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Hotel is great! For fellow tourists I would suggest a few things: 1) changing some money at the airport and getting some low denomination CUC pesos. Or if there is not time then change it at the hotel. Tipping is common place, but probably best not to over tip. Average wage in Cuba is 25-30 CUC per month, so 1... More

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Toronto, Ontario
2 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Very good resort if you are looking for a quiet, much needed, relaxing vacation; the Paradisus will fit that need. The lobby was clean, average. I did find the attached Lobby bar Palma Real a bit dark, but the service was very good. Our room was very clean and .the grounds were well kept. La Ceiba buffett, was one of... More

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1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

This is a brilliant place. On arrival we had to wait around 20 minutes for our rooms which after a 11-12 hour journey and in midday heat was a little uncomfortable. That was all that was bad, when we got our room it was clean and well presented, I really liked the layout. Food was of a high standard in... More

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Ottawa, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

This was our third time in Cuba, but first time at the Paradisus. We have travelled to other countries, but do love Cuba. The people are wonderful and we always feel safe. - Resort: The resort is clean and well maintained. The food was great (most people will say the food is not great at Cuban resorts, but we found... More

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London, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Great all inclusive adults only resort. Probably a bit too quiet and isolated if you are a younger couple looking for nightlife...certainly no clubbing nearby. The accommodation is very good, remember it is Cuba where you still see people using horse and carts to get around so it isn't 5 star european or US standard. The rooms are large and... More

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1 review
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Wow. I have to say I was very nervous about this holiday before we went with these reports but I shouldn't have been. PRDO was fantastic. Yes the pool could do with a paint, there are crabs doing the rounds. Your in a tropical country right on the beach but that's all part of the charm and laughter you have... More

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What travellers say

  • Royal service(272)
  • Very good(109)
  • Buffet restaurant(93)
  • El Patio(66)
  • Pool area(61)
  • Lobby bar(57)
  • Show table(52)
  • Pool bar(32)
  • Junior suite(32)
  • Main hotel(29)

Additional Information about Paradisus Rio de Oro Resort & Spa

Address: Playa Esmeralda, Crta Guardelavaca, Holguin 007, Cuba
Region: Caribbean > Cuba > Holguin Province > Holguin
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Family Hotels in Holguin
#1 Top resorts Hotels in Holguin
#1 Luxury Hotels in Holguin
#1 Romantic Hotels in Holguin
#1 On the Beach Hotels in Holguin
Price range (per night): ₹13,299 - ₹17,347
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
ocated in the Bahía de Naranjo Natural Park, in Playa Esmeralda, on the northern coast of Holguin province. Five-Star Ultra All Inclusive Eco-Resort with 354 rooms. Conceived only for adults aged 18 years or more. Maximum comfort and perfection in its private Royal Service area for a fabulous experience in a world apart. Recommended for weddings, honeymoons, incentive trips and wellness/spa.Guest Rooms354 rooms: 254 Junior Suite, 24 Junior Suite Deluxe, 16 Junior Suite Deluxe Ocean View, 2 Suite Deluxe, 36 Master Junior Suite Royal Service, 14 Master Junior Suite Ocean View Royal Service, 6 Master Junior Suite Luxury Royal Service, 2 Garden Villa Royal ServiceDining8 Restaurants (A la Carta, Buffet), 5 Bars ... more   less 
Also Known As:
Paradisus Rio De Oro Hotel
Paradisus Rio De Oro Resort And Spa
Paradisus Rio De Oro Hotel Holguin
Paradisus Rio De Oro
Paradisus Hotel Guardalavaca
Rio De Oro Paradisus
Paradisus Rio De Oro Cuba
Hotel Paradisus Rio De Oro

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