Melia Las Dunas Hotel Cayo Santa Maria

This hotel lies on Santa Maria cay, a sand island belonging to the Jardines del Rey archipelago. The area in which the hotel is set is linked by a dam to the mainland, the 48 km long PEDRAPLAN. The dam gives access from the islands of Coco and Guillermo. A long, white sandy beach, clear turquoise blue waters, wild, green vegetation and a variety of plant life make this region one of the most exotic in the Caribbean!The centre of this hotel, opened in 2006, is full of life... the spacious, colourful lobby offers plenty of space, water features and a row of Palapas, culminating in a main square. Furthermore, a wedding pavilion, restaurants, ice-cream parlour, shops, a hairdresser and a beer garden feature within this complex. Facilities on offer include a foyer with a reception desk manned around the clock, a hotel safe and a currency exchange facility. Conference facilities and Internet access (charges apply) are also on hand, as well as room and laundry services (for an additional fee), parking, a kids' club and a playground. This hotel is a holiday paradise with 925 double rooms in 32 two-floor bungalows with 24 rooms and 11 two-floor bungalows with 16 rooms. Both sites are set in lively surroundings. While one bungalow complex is suitable for families, the other is clearly intended for couples.All rooms come with a fully fitted bathroom with hairdryer, a satellite/ cable TV, a kitchen, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, and an iron and ironing board. A double or king-size bed, individually adjustable air conditioning and heating, a hire safe and a balcony or terrace are also all provided as standard.