Boasting one of the most exotic locations in the Caribbean on a wide, sandy beach in the protected island-reserve of Santa Maria, the Melia Cayo Santa Maria is an ideal retreat for couples and families seeking sun-filled fun and adventure. 

“This resort boasts the most wonderful stretch of pristine, tranquil whitesand beach. I so enjoyed walking all 11 kilometers of it! The hotel staff are wonderful and the accommodations are exactly as advertised. I have no complaints at all and I’d return in a heartbeat.”

— Erika MacMullin,  Manager, Maritime Travel, North Sydney, NS

Accommodations: This resort offers 358 rooms in 27 two-storey buildings Junior suite: Air-conditioning, 1 king or 2 double beds, full bathroom, hairdryer, satellite TV, CD/MP3 player, telephone, coffeemaker, in-room safe, iron & ironing board, balcony or terrace

What's included: Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, 2 a la carte dinners/week, 24- hour snacks, unlimited local and selected international drinks (house wine included), daily activities program, selected non-motorized water sports, tennis, bicycles, gym, sauna, dance lessons, nightly entertainment

Little extras ($): Dive center nearby, spa treatments, beauty salon, gift shops, Internet access, medical services Good to know: 220 V electrical current; adaptor required

An Inside Look Shall we dance? Guests of this resort can enjoy the disco at the Sol Santa Clara next door into the wee hours