Villa María La Gorda

Also known as the International Diving Center, this place is run by the Cuban Gaviota chain, and exists somewhere in that gray area between a no-frills dive camp and a modern resort. The rooms are adequate and fairly spacious, if nothing fancy. You'll definitely want to land one of the older oceanfront units, if possible. A series of newer units are set back from the beach, and are pleasant, quiet, and spacious as individual and two-story wooden bungalows. The resort's restaurants are uninspired, although there are really no other options around. I actually spied quite a few guests buying cookies and crackers at the little gift shop here and calling it a meal. Still, the main buffet restaurant does have a great setting, just steps from the water; the a la carte restaurant does not operate in low season.

Facilities:
2 restaurants; bar; car- and scooter-rental desk; gift shop; laundry service; full-service dive shop; medical service

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