Playa Costa Verde
Holguin, CubaAll travelers
Our take
Natural beachside resort on Playa Pesquero with friendly staff and lush gardens.
- 480 rooms
- ~70 min from HOG
Resort facts & overview
- Location
- Holguin, Cuba
- Audience
- All travelers
- Brand
- Independent
- Rooms
- 480
- Dining listed
- -
- Airport
- HOG
- Transfer
- ~70 min
Why travelers love it
“Natural beachside resort on Playa Pesquero with friendly staff and lush gardens.”
Guests consistently praise the welcoming and hardworking staff, standout beachfront location, and tranquil garden‑backed pools.
Food & drink
MixedCuban and Creole cooking done with heart, though supply shortages mean the buffet can feel bare. The Italian and Japanese à la carte venues are the highlights when open.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Authentic Cuban and Creole dishes
- Italian specialty restaurant is a standout
- 24-hour snack bar with barista cappuccinos
- Japanese à la carte worth booking
Heads up
- Buffet variety limited by shortages
- Basics like butter, salt, fruit occasionally missing
- Some restaurants closed off-season
Dining overview
Dining options include a main buffet, a 24-hour snack bar, and three à la carte restaurants featuring Italian, Japanese, and Creole (Cuban) cuisines.
Food & drink photos
Food & drink photos
Photo: Tripadvisor
Photo: Tripadvisor
Beach
StandoutThe beach is the unambiguous headliner: turquoise, calm, soft white sand, and effectively sargassum-free. Watersports like kayaks, pedal boats, and catamarans are included.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Turquoise, calm water ideal for swimming
- Soft white sand, no seaweed
- Snorkeling, kayaks, catamarans included
- Adjacent lagoon with a bird colony
Heads up
- Occasional biting insects in the sand
Fine white‑sand beach with clear water; popular for snorkeling; natural setting amid lush vegetation.
Pools
MixedA large main pool with a swim-up bar anchors the pool scene, though ongoing renovations have closed sections for extended periods. Cleanliness slips have been noted around the deck.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Big main pool with swim-up bar
- Pool animation team keeps energy up
- Separate smaller pool area
Heads up
- Sections closed for repair at times
- Deck cleanliness inconsistent
The resort has two freshwater pools with bars and two jacuzzis. There are also two dedicated children's pools, one at the MiniClub and another next to the main pool.
Photo: Tripadvisor
Photo: Tripadvisor
Rooms & suites
480 roomsThe resort's 480 rooms are spacious, include a private balcony or terrace, and are officially described as comfortable and well-appointed.
Room details here are AI-assisted, compiled from the resort's own website and public sources. Categories and names change often — confirm the exact room when you book.
What’s included
StrongFor roughly $1,000 all-in from Canada, expectations should be calibrated to Cuba, not Mexico. Set realistic expectations and the beach, staff, and calm deliver strong value.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Reasonable all-inclusive pricing
- Staff effort exceeds the star rating
- Repeat guests returning 10+ times
Heads up
- Not comparable to Mexico or DR resorts
- Extra-pay upgrades increasingly pushed
Package inclusions and upgrade access have not been collected yet. Confirm them for your room and dates when booking.
Amenities & activities
Couples
StretchA warm, low-key choice for honeymoons and anniversaries, with Public Relations happy to arrange special touches if you bring your marriage certificate. Romance here comes from turquoise water and gracious staff, not luxury polish.
medium confidence
What you'll enjoy
- PR team arranges honeymoon and anniversary touches
- Calm turquoise beach for sunset walks
- Quiet, unhurried pace
Heads up
- Dated rooms lack romantic polish
- Limited fine-dining atmosphere
Families
Good fitOne of the resort's real strengths: a genuine Kids Club, energetic animators, and calm turquoise water kids can safely play in. Multi-generational trips and repeat family visits dominate the guestbook.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Active Kids Club with named animators (Maylin, Mara, Rafa)
- Calm water for snorkeling, kayaking, pedal boats
- Mini-disco and beach games for children
- Family-warm atmosphere praised repeatedly
Heads up
- Bed configuration requests may need travel-agent follow-up
- Sand can leave insect bites on lower legs
Peace & Quiet
StrongA relaxed, low-density resort where you can genuinely unwind, especially in shoulder season when occupancy runs light. Entertainment is present but never overwhelming.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Low occupancy outside peak weeks
- Peaceful fishing-village beach setting
- Animation is upbeat but easy to escape
Offers buffet and a la carte dining, continental breakfast in-room, snacks, national and international drinks, day and night entertainment, land and water sports with equipment and instruction.
What guests say
Low confidence1 review · through Oct 2026
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Recurring complaints
No recurring complaint theme found in the reviews analyzed.
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What past guests say
“A beautiful beach, next to which there is a lake with a "bird colony".”
★★★★★
“Very nice. White sand, warm water. Also great for snorkeling, with lots of beautiful, colorful fish. There are plenty of umbrellas and sun loungers here too.”
★★★★★
“This is a beautiful well kept resort. I highly recommend it. I will be back soon. Can't wait.”
★★★★★
“1 of the best tourist offer.excelelllent service.”
★★★★★
“The Playa Coast Verde resort in Holguín, Cuba boasts a five-star beach with fine white sand and lush vegetation providing ample shade. Beach chairs are readily available, unlike some hotels where chairs are scarce and early arrivals are often necessary. While the number of thatched huts for shade is limited, the trees compensate, making it a minor drawback. The water is a vibrant turquoise, but two points should be noted: firstly, some sections of the shore have underwater rocks, so be careful t”
★★★★★
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Know before you book
- Aging facilities and dated rooms
- Limited and repetitive buffet options
- Occasional water supply issues and maintenance lapses
- Occasional biting insects in the sand
What you should know
What to Know
This is Cuba: supply shortages, intermittent water and hot water, and ongoing renovations are part of the experience. Bring toiletries, patience, and a bit of Spanish and you'll do fine.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Bring marriage certificate (within 3 months) for honeymoon perks
- Spanish helps with requests
- Tip named staff (animators, bar, PR) who go above and beyond
Heads up
- Water and hot water can cut out
- Check-in can take hours
- Sewage smell reported on the bridge to the beach
- Some restaurants closed during low season
All photos
Photo: Tripadvisor
Photo: Tripadvisor
Photo: Tripadvisor
Photo: Tripadvisor
Photo: Tripadvisor
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What we know
Everything below comes from data we collected: here's the inventory for this resort.Updated June 2026- Photos
- 5
- Review excerpts
- 5
- Dining venues
- Not yet collected
- Menus
- Not yet collected
- Room categories
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- Videos
- 3
- Editorial lenses
- 8
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- Last updated
- June 23, 2026
- Sources
- Direct resort media
- Completeness
- 50%
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- 33 videos
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