Iberostar Coral Ensenachos

Wow where to begin! we arrived home april 5th and had spent 10 days at this beautiful paradise. I have delayed writing my comments as I am worried I will forget one or 2 or more of the names of all the beautiful staff who are just amazing! Every Butler who assisted us was professional and so helpful. We had a few minor health issues and they were there to assist with whatever they could! Diana Sanchez Mendez her husband Yandry Morales Gonzalez, Roberto, Michel, and more sorry I forgot the names, you were all so helpful to us! The beautiful young lady the receptionist is so friendly and warm. The maids were wonderful and the cleaning staff Diana thanks! the wait staff and room service staff amazing as well, Dario Castillo Jamie, Luis, Yoslet, and more, thank you! Bar staff pool, Anier Martínez Rodríguez, and Beach bar staff Augustin aka GUS the white wine with ice and mojitos were wonderful! Pool staff Orlando and friend, thanks for all the chairs and cushions daily. All of the drivers that helped us get back and forth from the large resort especially Andy! thank you I wish I could remember more of your names thank you to all of you for such a wonderful vacation! We miss your paradise already and hope to be back quickly! Omg and Hector the social butterfly and games organizer, pool pong etc were so much fun! 😘 This resort is gorgeous and immaculate and the staff do everything they can to make your stay the very best. The gardens well kept, pool beautiful, service a 11 out of 10 for sure. Until we meet again! Marie and Wayne😘😘😘❤️❤️❤️🇨🇺😊😊 ps the soups were superb and really no shortages at all thank you

Another awesome vacation at a place we now consider our second home. The room, the grounds, the awesome beaches exceeded our expectations once again. The food was plentiful and succulent with no shortages to speak of. The main reason we return to this beautiful resort year after year is because of the excellent service we receive from the staff. In particular, Diana and Yandry, our butlers who always find a way to make our stay better than the one before. To the restaurant staff, Yasmany, Yaquenia, Beatriz, Gissele, Livan just to name a few... Thank you for your great service and your wonderful sense of humor and to Diana, for keeping everything so clean and spotless. We look forward to our next visit so we can all see you again!

We have been to many great resorts. Cayo Leventado twice, Sian Kaan, two other Gran Bahias, Cap Cana twice, two Royaltons, Riu Palace, multiple Oceans, Royals... All of which we would not hesitate to return to, and some we already have. But none offered the quality of service we experienced at Coral Ensenachos. From the late night check in to the afternoon check out, it was absolutely wonderful. Great job folks.

We have been visiting this property for over 15 years and it never fails to disappoint. After our first visit in 2008 we knew we found our forever place. We stayed from February 13-29. We arrived after 11PM and check in was quick and efficient. We stayed in bungalow 7101 which had an ocean view and was in close proximity to the lobby, pool and beach. The bungalow was kept very clean by the chambermaids. We had an issue with the hot tub but it was fixed within an hour of reporting the problem. As most people are aware there are food shortages in Cuba but that did not bother us one bit. We were there for 2 weeks out of which there were no eggs for a whole week. We always ordered a fruit platter which had papaya, pineapple, watermelon and pear. Instead of eggs we ordered a grilled ham and cheese sandwich with bacon, sausages and toast. The morning cappuccinos were delicious. Lunch for us was at the beach restaurant and the chef was excellent. We enjoyed every single meal at lunch from salads, soups, grilled fish, sandwiches and the champagne was flowing every day! Dinners were always at the Colonial restaurant. Even though there were the same 2 menus the choices were very good and the food was delicious. Luis Angel who is the manager made sure to change things up by having a gala dinner by the pool and by the beach where there was a chef barbecuing meat and seafood including lobster. He would always stop to chat with us to make sure everything was fine. We would have drinks before dinner and the bartender Alberto made great cocktails. My husband was drinking Glenmorangie 18 year old scotch ($300. a bottle in Toronto). They had all the top shelf liquor. The number 1 reason we keep returning here is the staff that we have come to know over the years. A big thank you to the restaurant staff especially Yaquenia who is the epitome of professionalism. She goes above and beyond to please the guests and of course the other restaurant staff Giselle, Beatrice, Luis, Amanda, Yasmani, and Levan. Very, very polite and pleasant people. Can’t wait to see you all again. We would also like to thank the butlers Dismar, Anita, Roberto, Yandry and Diana who we had dealings with. We were very disappointed not to see Yuri and found out he was no longer working at this hotel. Note to management……you need to BRING YURI BACK. He has been at this hotel from the start and he knows his job very well. There were so many guests we spoke to that were shocked and disappointed not to see him. We hope to see him again during our next visit. We would also like to thank the bartenders in the main lobby, Alexander and Gustavo who are very professional. These guys are miracle workers when it comes to creating a drink especially when they don’t have all the ingredients necessary but somehow they create what you order. Thank you to the cart drivers, Roberto. Alex, Duvier, Jesus, Koki and Angel. Always smiling and happy to drive us the 3 kilometres to get back to the Coral le

We had a wonderful week at the Iberostar Coral Ensenachos. The staff are truly amazing. The room exceeded our expectations. The only minor disappointment was the decision not to include beer and soft drinks in our room. Hopefully management will reserve this decision. The food was good and the service was excellent. The staff were attentive and went out of their way to ensure that you enjoyed your stay. The Ensenachos Beach is spectacular. Definitely planning a return trip.

We keep coming back to this resort year after year. We love the Coral level and enjoy the amenities, the beaches, and the weather. However we mainly come back for the staff. They take really good care of everyone whether you are a first time guest or a returning guest. The butlers, Yandry, Diana, Michel, Roberto, Dismar and Anita, who will do everything they can to ensure you have the best vacation, The drivers, Elvis, Roberto, Duvier, Alec, Angel, Jesus, Koki, and Pedro, who will drive you at all hours. The gardeners who keep the place looking beautiful and lush. The restaurant staff, Jacquie, Levan, Lois, Yaslet, Amanda, Dario, Yasmani, Giselle, Leanne, and Beatrice. The bartenders Anier, Alberto (Sangrias) Augustine and Dianebey. The best chef at lunch Hyman, delicious! The pool boys Michael and Orlando cleaning the pool and making sure you have a cushion. Some people may never notice the two chambermaids at night, Lesandra and Wendy, who turn down your bed when you’re probably having dinner. They are so nice. And last but absolutely not least Hector, who does his job with a smile every day. A great addition to the resort. It is the staff that makes the Coral level special.

The experience with Sunwing lived up to our expectations: no delays, no lost luggage, and it was easy to contact our representative on site. The idea of going back already appeals to us, especially the idea of one day enjoying an ocean view, a dream we haven't yet been able to realize. But the hope remains, and what a joy it would be! Here are a few highlights: • An exceptional wild beach, with no resort adjacent to the Coral section. • A beach restaurant offering excellent lunch options with stunning sea views and occasional mariachi performances. • Remarkable food quality for Cuba, with sufficient variety despite a scarcity of whole eggs. The omelettes and bacon were delicious, however. • Unique accommodations in the form of villas, admittedly aging and in need of repair, but offering breathtaking space. • Crystal-clear water ideal for snorkelling right from the beach. I should have brought my own equipment. • An aquatic bar in the pool • High-quality and varied cocktails. • Easy access to the main family resort, Iberostar Ensenachos Selection, thanks to a 24-hour shuttle service. • An entertaining Japanese restaurant at the main resort, with decent food but highly recommended for the experience. • An appreciable selection of white wine. Good sparkling wine, albeit sweet. • Excellent availability of alcoholic beverages and beautifully presented fresh fruit at breakfast. • Coral section very, very quiet. No bar service past 10:30pm (not a problem for us). I would say ideal for people in need of total relaxation. However, a few weak points are worth noting: - Faulty air conditioning, making our room quite hot. - A shower with insufficient flow, making it very, very difficult to wash long hair, and a 95% blocked shower drain. - A dirty, poorly maintained outdoor hot tub, with water requiring more frequent changing. I would not dip a toe in there. - Butlers are more akin to a receptionist for the Coral section. Not a problem for us, but it is not a true butler service as one may imagine. We mentioned our issues to the ‘butlers’ with the AC, shower and hot tub: no results. This is not the butlers’ fault, of course! Iberostar should improve the site. Despite these points, our overall stay remains very positive. - The Italian restaurant, not recommended according to feedback from several couples we met on site. - I was bitten by many ferocious sand flies. However, it seems like no other tourists were affected. I wonder what attracted them to me. - 6 days out of 7, at 2pm-3pm, the wind was so strong that we had to leave the beach. Some tourists didn’t mind though and stayed until dinner. - You have to wake up early to reserve a chair at the beach. Unfortunately not very relaxing… but totally feasible. We would absolutely go back to this resort. Hopefully we will get an ocean view next time!

If you are looking for the perfect mix of quiet and fun in Cuba, this resort is perfect. Coral only has 46 villas and was full when we were there. The whole vacation seemed like we were at a very private resort with our own beautiful private beach. The staff was very attentive and pampered us from start to finish. The main resort lobby is 3km away from the adults only Coral section but shuttles run regularly from before 7am-11pm. The shuttle drivers were some of our favourite people. They were all so friendly and helpful!! We ate at all of the restaurants except the Italian one and the only food I didn't enjoy was the buffet. (only tried it once) The beach and pool dinners are definitely a must and include entertainment! The nightly entertainment at the main hotel was good and the activity director at the Coral (Hector) made our week so much fun! Alberto and Anier, the bartenders at the pool, always had a smile and always remembered us and our favourite drinks. I would go back to the Coral just to see Anier again. He made us feel very welcome.

We stayed at this resort from May 5th - May 12th 2023. It was not our first stay at this resort, and will not be out last. The staff at the resort and the beach are second to none. I don't like doing reviews, because there is a 100 percent chance that I am going to leave out someone that made my stay so fantastic, but I am going to try. The staff have become like a second family for my wife and I. The staff that works at the Coral Lobby are so accommodating and helpful. Yandry, Diana, Dismar, Michel and Roberto made our stay. From the flowers left in our room all of the poems and notes, and their pleasant demeanour were fantastic. Words cannot describe how fantastic they are. Yuri Vega, Luis, Jiliermy, Gisselle, and all the serving staff at the Gourmet restaurant and beach restaurant are the best. They kept food coming, and drinks in our glasses. I'm not sure how Yuri does it, but he has eyes in the back of his head. My wife's champagne glass seemed bottomless. The bartenders everywhere were fantastic. Should out to Augustin at the beach bar, Alberto at the Beach bar, Lianny at the Beach Bar and Pool Bar. Horhito Luis at the Pool Bar. All fantastic. Beach Staff... Alberto and Adolfo are on the beach in the mornings, and set up the beach chairs. They are both fantastic. It's a hot and thankless job, you won't find two more fantastic employees. Rachel, who is in charge of special events. She set up a celebration for my 48th birthday, including the best cake I have ever had. She made my birthday special and went way beyond to make my night. Hector from the Entertainment team was engaging and in all my trips south, was the most interactive entertainment person I have run into. He was present each and everyday, interacting with me and my family, playing games, and organizing events. Our rooms were always clean. The cleaning staff were great. Our rooms were big, beds were comfortable, and the private hot tub at each bungalow are a great way to wind down after a day at the beach. The resort has two beaches, and both are breath taking. Probably two of the top beaches in Cuba. you can be standing in six feet of water, and can see you toes. Water was warm. There is absolutely zero garbage in the water, and very little sea****. The tides would bring some in, but it would be washed out to sea in no time. The bad... I'm not sure that I have anything to add. Do your research. Cuba's not known for their food. But the food was fantastic. Were they missing things that they normally have, of course. There were no hamburgers, and they didn't have shrimp. Certain items on the menu were not available. The chefs prepared alternatives. I didn't lose any weight, and gained while I was there. If you are expecting the best meal of your life, in a buffet environment, maybe you should stay home and go to Toque in Montreal or Richmond Station in Toronto. I always found something to eat. We had lobster the last t