Ever go to a place where everything just seems right? Well Melia Santa Maria is that place. This resort just did everything well…from the friendly staff to the excellent food and endless drinks, to a well looked after place. We had an excellent time and highly recommend this resort!!

Wonderful resort. Clean, spacious rooms. Beautiful, clean beach. Amazing friendly staff. And great Buffet and à la cart restaurants . The resort experienced certain food item shortages, but there was more than enough options and every meal was a great meal!

The staff at MCSM are the best we've ever encountered. This resort feels like coming to the cottage. Cosy, friendly and very comfortable. Just the right size for getting around. Every staff member is pleasant and helpful. They go out of their way to make your vacation the best you've ever had. Smiles all around. Cuba has shortages such as eggs, diet pop, condiments, etc. The staff at this resort are resourceful and imaginative when solving problems. Like pancakes instead of eggs for example. The pancakes are delicious and they've figured out a way to make them without eggs. Our last supper May 8th was in the buffet. The food was prepared and displayed beautifully. Mussels, seafood galore, tender beef, chicken, cold salads, pasta salad so good that you had to go up for seconds. So much choice. We were a party of six and everyone at the table gushed over how delicious the meal was. Hats off to the kitchen and wait staff. You created a lovely end to our stay. See you next season.

Beautiful resort ,wonderful staff great food breakfast bread eggs bacon..snack bar ,pizza, hamburgers hot dogs a la cates amazing ,room cleaned everyday fridge stocked,this Resort is a 12 out of 10 will be back staff makes it amazing pools were always clean and grounds are beautiful

5th time at MCSM. STRENGTHS: The beach is still stunning. The rum is still smooth. The staff are friendly and still committed to making your holiday fun and memorable. The rooms are still clean. The resort grounds are still beautiful. The evening shows are entertaining. The vibe at the resort is still a relaxing one. WEAKNESSES: Let's just say that one will not dine well all week. There is certainly food--bread, eggs, milk, coffee, yogurt, hamburgers, pizza, pasta, fish, rice, ice cream; however, the quality has deteriorated. The Reasons? Pick one: the embargo, the shortages and supply chain issues post Covid, the collapsing agricultural system in Cuba, a bad chef. All I know is that the cuisine is poorly cooked. It's bland, lukewarm, repetitive. I'm sure that the staff try to do the best they can with what've they got. But the resort's efforts are not what they were a few years ago. If you like spicy, flavourful meals (not to mention variety) then Cuba may not be for you. If you don't mind packing your favoutite treats, spices and sauces or eating light for days, then book that trip.