Elguea

“Basic, but solid”

This is one of places in Cuba, having sulfur hot springs. They built a balneological resort there. They offer mud therapy, hot baths, etc. It is helpful for curing many diseases. The resort is pretty basic. It is one floor row of bungalows, like a motel. As it typical fo Cuba, the interiors are da… more

This is one of places in Cuba, having sulfur hot springs. They built a balneological resort there. They offer mud therapy, hot baths, etc. It is helpful for curing many diseases. The resort is pretty basic. It is one floor row of bungalows, like a motel. As it typical fo Cuba, the interiors are dated, but incredibly clean (I never seen such immaculate, although older rooms in Cuba). And - probably due to hot springs - there was no problems with hot water. It is incredibly cheap (state owned) and food is included. The stuff is friendly. The drawbacks. It is in the middle of nowhere, and there is nothing to do. It is 8 kilometers ride to the nearest village (Corralillo) or the ocean (but they have a pool, fitness (yes!) and probably spa). The menu is pretty much set every day, you can order from 2-3 positions, and it is not vegetarian friendly (but I liked their food, they cook well). So if you have health problems to be treated, come there. It is still Cuba, you could get to the beach, and get the treatment for cheap.

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“Okay room, reasonably clean, quiet.”

The second time here in five years and again the banos/spa is closed "for reparations". The bathroom was recently updated. The food is typical for Cuba and reasonably priced. A mostly empty hotel and restaurant, with more staff than guests. The pool looked nice but I didn't use it. Lots of tin… more

The second time here in five years and again the banos/spa is closed "for reparations". The bathroom was recently updated. The food is typical for Cuba and reasonably priced. A mostly empty hotel and restaurant, with more staff than guests. The pool looked nice but I didn't use it. Lots of tiny biting insects day and night. Friendly and helpful staff. Don't make a big detour to come here.

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“Strange Spa in the middle of nowhere”

The thermal pool at Elguea is magnificent, but the facilities conditions and location make it an unpopular destination. It’s thermal water is still definitely worth a visit if you are unconcerned with the condition of the facilities. Don’t expect hot water in your room... or any water at certain t… more

The thermal pool at Elguea is magnificent, but the facilities conditions and location make it an unpopular destination. It’s thermal water is still definitely worth a visit if you are unconcerned with the condition of the facilities. Don’t expect hot water in your room... or any water at certain times of the day. Bring your own fruits and other food during low season, as there isn’t much available onsite. The staff in the health centre are very professional and talented. The mud treatment is a lot of fun. The massage was very strange. There is a Doctor, Nurse and Poditrist at the clinic. The hotel changed administrators a few years ago and the price increase has put the cost beyond the reach of the average Cuban who used to enjoy the facilities during holidays. It’s not up to tourist standards and so it has become a very lonely place. It’s a shame. There is a lot of potential here. But for now, it is what it is.

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“Sulphur pool”

This is a 2 star Cuban hotel that knows it is tired. But, at CUC 15 a night including breakfast.... you cannot complain really. Rooms are basic but functional. Not the sort of place you forget. Bates motel comes to mind. Don't book on the internet . . . where you will be persuaded that there are da… more

This is a 2 star Cuban hotel that knows it is tired. But, at CUC 15 a night including breakfast.... you cannot complain really. Rooms are basic but functional. Not the sort of place you forget. Bates motel comes to mind. Don't book on the internet . . . where you will be persuaded that there are days when the place has no vacancies and rooms start at >CUC40. I doubt there is public transport to or from so own vehicle a must. 7km off the highway.

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