My husband and I were at Breezes Jibacoa Jan. 10-17/05 and we had a great time. We met some great people and loved this resort. The snorkling is amazing but unfortunately the last three days were very windy and the red flag was up. Too bad for the last review, because it really was a great place to stay. We thought the food in the buffet was great. Reality check - you are a long way from home and some of the food is going to be different. There is sooooo much to choose from that I can't imagine complaining about it. The desserts are delicious and I personally thought the fresh bread was terrific. There was tons of food to choose from, and our plates were always heaped. If there is something you really can't live without, then bring it. We saw one guy with his own jug of Canadian Maple syrup. The cooks were always friendly too. We did the hike and afternoon walk with Eric, he is quite funny and easygoing. Hes also quite the joker!! Also, everyone will come home learning a new dance, the sundance. We brought our own travel mugs, (thanks to previous reviews) and everyone should do this. The little plastic cups they give you are very small and the ice melts fast. Just give the bartender your travel mug and they will mix the drink in that plus you are saving garbage. We also went for two bike rides. One day to the left, and the other to the right. Nobody bothered us and everyone we passed always said hola! Very friendly people. We gave a colouring book and crayons to a young girl we saw on a farm and she gave us each a kiss on the cheek and lots of thankyous. It felt so good. She was quite happy!! I know one thing, it would be nice to speak some spanish. Everyone at the resort spoke english, but the people you meet on the road don't always speak it. But a nice hola goes a long way.
The catamaran trip to Cayo Blanco was awesome. It was our nicest day and what a way to spend it. The snorkling was better at the resort, but the boat ride was great. We had fresh lobster on the boat ($10 convertible peso extra) but the seafood lunch at the island was included and all you could drink. Havana is interesting and we enjoyed the Tropicana show.
All together, we very much enjoyed this resort. Its still quite new and they really keep it up. The gardens are beautiful and the rooms were nice. We found the staff okay, some are more outgoing than others, the same as you'd find anywhere. Also, if you like strong drinks, your going to get them here. Also, the beach was never crowded even on the hot days. We met some great people and hope one day to return. Also, they have nightly entertainment starting at 9:30 and its good. They all work such long hours and try very hard to keep the guests entertained. And, like other reviews have said, if you sit near the front, you may get involved in their show as they always involve the guests. They do a decent job. This resort is very secluded which makes it so unique. We loved it. Hopefully, one day we'll make it back there again.

breezes jibacoa was a great holiday experience for my wife and i as it was the first place we have been together out of the country. everything was fantastic, from the food to the great beach and coral. the staff was top quality with a special mention for ki ki , who showed us our room and resort. we will be back next year for sure!

Okay I'll make this quick:

room 4*
grounds5*
food 3.5-4*
activities4*
Weather 1*

Arrived for one week beginning Jan.14.05. The weather was the pits but is something that is beyond your control so make the best of it. The resort has plenty of activities. The games room is well stocked (two pool tables, two ping pong tables, lots of board games). Jacuzzi was great. The grounds and gardens are impeccable. The room was nice and clean. Tours up the mountain both morning and afternoon are worth the hike. The scooter tours are an absolute must especially if the weather isn't that great. Bellamar caves were fun, pina colada tour (the best pina colada hands down) into Santa Cruz - do all of them if you can. Havier, the one guide, is superb!

Bring stuff to give away but get creative as well. The usual old clothes, hats, toothpaste that all works but I took down things like wooden spoons, slippers, tongs, combs, playing cards and they seemed to be a big hit as well.

Food - o.j. in the morn. is to die for. The guy making fresh eggs is amazing. Pasta at lunch and dinner or the fish grill down by the beach. Salad was always fresh but don't expect lettuce - shredded cabbage is the norm. Food was no different than any other buffet you've been to here.

Some minor things:

Beach is not an expansive beach that you can stroll along for hours if that is what you are looking for.

There are no other resorts around.

Clientel is mostly couples and lots of seniors (maybe just the time of year).

Would recommend to anyone.

It took me 35 years to get brother and his wife from the uk to visit the carribean,now he can`t wait to go back,we loved every minute of our stay,will definitely be back,loved the adults only part,