Marea Del Portillo
Manzanillo de Cuba, CubaAll travelers
Our take
Remote all‑inclusive resort between the Sierra Maestra and the Caribbean with dark‑sand beach and diving access.
- 270 rooms
- ~90 min from MZO
Resort facts & overview
- Location
- Manzanillo de Cuba, Cuba
- Audience
- All travelers
- Brand
- Independent
- Rooms
- 270
- Dining listed
- -
- Airport
- MZO
- Transfer
- ~90 min
Why travelers love it
“Remote all‑inclusive resort between the Sierra Maestra and the Caribbean with dark‑sand beach and diving access.”
Guests value the striking mountain‑and‑sea setting, genuine Cuban hospitality, and direct beach access with coral reef snorkeling and diving.
Food & drink
MixedFood is honest Cuban cooking done with care, not a gourmet showcase. Expect limited variety but consistent quality, with well-crafted dishes and a surprising lack of fresh seafood given the coastal setting.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Well-prepared home-style Cuban dishes
- Buffet with a beach view
- Friendly, attentive restaurant service
- Good drink options at the bar
Heads up
- Limited menu variety, few daily rotations
- Little fresh fish or shrimp despite the sea
- Slow midday meal transitions
Dining overview
The resort includes several restaurants and bars; guest reviews note buffet service with limited à la carte options.
Food & drink photos
Food & drink photos
Photo: shiftless via Tripadvisor
Beach
StrongA dark-sand beach framed by mountains with calm, swimmable water right outside your room. It's scenic and uncrowded rather than postcard-white, and the recent renovations have refreshed the beachfront.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Calm, protected water for swimming
- Beachfront rooms and cabañas
- Mountain backdrop unlike anywhere else in Cuba
- Diving and snorkeling access nearby
Heads up
- Dark volcanic sand, not white powder
- Limited beach food and drink service compared with big resorts
Beach has dark volcanic sand, transparent waters, and a coral barrier ideal for diving with abundant marine life.
Pools
StrongThe pool is a consistent highlight: clean, architecturally attractive, and divided so kids and adults each get their own space. Foam-cannon pool parties add energy without overwhelming the calm.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Clean, well-maintained water
- Separate children's and adult sections
- Occasional pool parties with music
- Attractive design overlooking the coast
Multiple pools on property; remote setting means no large waterpark but pools are available.
What’s included
StrongFor the price, you get warm service, a stunning natural setting, and a genuine slice of Cuba. Expect Cuban all‑inclusive realities (limited supplies, power blips) rather than resort-brand polish.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Strong price-to-experience ratio
- Warm, personalized staff attention
- Recent renovations refreshed the property
- Authentic Cuban surroundings included
Heads up
- Occasional power outages during the day
- Supplies and menu variety noticeably limited
Package inclusions and upgrade access have not been collected yet. Confirm them for your room and dates when booking.
Amenities & activities
Couples
StretchA quiet, scenic escape between mountains and dark‑sand beach that suits low‑key couples who want authentic Cuba over polished romance. Beachfront cabañas and mountain views deliver atmosphere; nightlife and fine dining do not.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Beachfront cabañas right on the sand
- Dramatic Sierra Maestra and sea views
- Peaceful, uncrowded setting
- Sunset walks along a quiet coast
Heads up
- No upscale dining or romantic venues
- Basic rooms and dated infrastructure
- Occasional power outages
Families
Good fitA genuine family favorite for those wanting nature, space, and unforced fun over waterparks and character breakfasts. Separate pool areas for kids and adults plus a lively animation team keep children engaged.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Games and activities for kids and adults
- Separate children's and adult pool zones
- Safe, calm swimming water
- Animation team keeps energy up day and night
Heads up
- Kids' menu offerings are thin
- No dedicated waterpark or big kids club infrastructure
Peace & Quiet
StandoutThis is one of Cuba's most peaceful all‑inclusive settings, tucked between the Sierra Maestra and a sleepy stretch of Caribbean. You come here to rest, read, and hear the waves, not to party.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Remote location, few crowds
- Mountain-and-sea backdrop
- Calm water for easy swimming
- Genuine rural Cuban surroundings to explore
Heads up
- Evening animation and pool parties can spill into common areas
Water sports included
- snorkeling
- kayaking
- introductory scuba lesson in pool
- diving (fees apply)
What past guests say
Latest reviews from Tripadvisor
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Know before you book
- Food quality and variety inconsistent
- Remote transfer is long
- Some facilities feel dated
- Dark volcanic sand, not white powder
What you should know
What to Know
This is remote coastal Cuba: staff work hard with limited resources, so pack patience and small tips. Bring what you need, expect occasional power cuts, and treat the town interactions with common travel sense.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Recent renovations have modernized rooms and common areas
- Farallon superior rooms deliver the best views
- Nearby village of Pilón is walkable and worth exploring
- Diving and excursions arrangeable on site
Heads up
- Daily power failures reported, generators kick in
- Requests for tips and gifts from locals are common
- Room-category swaps have happened at check-in
- Lock up cash and valuables carefully
All photos
Photo: shiftless via Tripadvisor
Photo: Tripadvisor
Photo: Tripadvisor
Photo: Tripadvisor
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What we know
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- 5
- Review excerpts
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- Dining venues
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- Menus
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- Room categories
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- Videos
- 3
- Editorial lenses
- 8
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- Last updated
- June 23, 2026
- Sources
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- Completeness
- 50%
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- 5 photos
- 10 videos
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