We are from Niagara Falls in our fifties and this is our fourth trip to Cuba
Rooms and Grounds
The resort is relatively small right next to the Breezes Resort. The villas (four units per villa) are unique as the ceilings are rounded with rounded awnings at the front. The rooms are very neat and tidy and kept very clean. Our room had a new washroom with a huge shower, lots of hot water and both 110 (our outlets) and 220 electrical service. We arrived late Friday night and there were sandwiches and fruit in the refrigerator as well as a large bottled water. TV reception was good with CTV Global and CNN so we could hear about all the storms back home. The grounds are very well maintained. It is a nice location with a hill right behind the resort.
Beach and Pool
There are two large basic pools side by side facing the ocean with lots of chairs. The pools were always kept very clean. A little chilly when you first get in but very refreshing. There is usually a nice breeze so that it is not stifling hot. There was a long beach with nice white sand but lots of jellyfish when it is windy that can sting if you are not careful. We do not snorkel, but everyone says the snorkelling is great with coral very close to the shore.
Meals
We found the meals to be above average. Breakfast is always our favourite meal with fresh omlettes. There is just one buffet restaurant and one a la carte. Mita, the hostess is such a wonderful and friendly lady. We brought her lots of things from Canada and she said "you will always be in my heart". When we pulled away in the bus to leave, my wife was practically in tears. We found all of the staff to be very friendly. You really get to know the staff in a small resort. There are cats and two small dogs (the little black one is adorable) usually near the entrance to the restaurant. There is always a small cat up on the roof trying to get your attention to throw him up some food (which we usually did)
Entertainment. - average with local entertainers
Side Trips
The resort is halfway between Varadero and Havana. We have been to both places before and did not go this time. There is a mountain walk where you get an impressive view of the ocean and Breezes. You go by several local homes and they will let you see inside their homes. There is a nature walk where you see a farm with lots of animals and they have a machine that crushes sugar cane into juice which you can drink. At the end they have a dog that does tricks. We went on lots of walks outside of the resort. There are lots of animals along the side of the road. There are four campgrounds (Campismo) down the road to the west where the local Cubans come for vacation. Some are really nice and others run down. We brought one whole suitcase of things to give away - Tshirts, hats, soap, tooth paste, kids clothes and shoes, stuffed toys, jewelery etc. They need everything. The locals are so friendly.

My husband and I went to Cameleon Villas Jibacoa from January 21st-28th. Unfortunately our room contained 2 twin beds instead of the Queen we requested. We pushed the beds together and made it work. Another couple we met there changed rooms with no problems. It was a nice clean resort. Staff very friendly. Food is ok. Nothing fancy. No one I knew got sick! Drinks are fantastic. The bar tenders really take the time to create drinks that are more of an artwork than a drink. Many liked the Spanish coffees. I preferred the Chocolate monkey's and Pina Coladas. The sea banana you must try as well. Ruddy was the best bar tender of all! Lots of cats and a few dogs hang out at the resort near the buffet restaurant. They are very sweet animals. If you are an animal lover, please bring either flea collars or flea drops for the animals. I brought gravy basted milk bones, but the dogs didn't care for them. Next time I'll bring plain old milk bones! The staff love coffee travel mugs and they will ask you for them. If you have extras, bring them as gifts. The resort grounds are always kept nice. The beach is raked & cleaned daily. There is always enough beach chairs for everyone so you don't have to wake up at 6am to reserve your chair! The snorkeling is great. Not alot of sandy bottom to swim in. Ocean has some sandy areas that are nice for swimming, but alot of grass & coral which makes for great snorkeling. Costco snorkeling gear works great and is better than using the resort gear. Water socks are good to have there. The entertainment crew does a great job. They put on nightly shows and also have some activities to participate in during the day. Beach volleyball was fun. This was a really nice, quiet, laid back resort. Only 110 rooms I believe. Great for couples, people 40+ and also families with small children. Not the best place if you are looking for alot of action and partying. Location was good. About 1/2 way between Varadero & Havana. We did 2 tours. Varadero day tour for $25 and the Havana/Tropicana tour for $101. Both worth it and good value. Outside the resort bring tissue or money for TP! Most washrooms have an "attendant" that offers you toilet paper (for tips) The stalls rarely have TP inside. Overall it was a great vacation. Met alot of great people and had alot of fun. I would go back, but there are so many other places I'd like to see first.

Cameleon Jibacoa

First the negative. One night there was small ants in some of the deserts they served for supper. Also the same night I got a piece of wire in the cubed beef. The buffet is very limited, smallest I've seen in Cuba in over 20 years, but there was always something to eat, so don't let that put you off. Deserts ran out quickly as did glasses at the lobby bar. Well I was there, the fins and masks were in short supply for guests, but more where on order. At night some of the sidwalks are not well lit in some areas, and there are broken spots. If you were an older person, you'd need to be careful.

The positive. Staff were great, all very warm and friendly, room cleaners did a great job. Lobby staff would do what they could to help. I'd recommend the lobby bar when Ruddy and Daniel where on duty. They both took such pride in their mixed drinks. Ask for a spanish coffee or a chocolate monkey from either of them and your in for a treat just watching them make it. Rooms have 220 and 110 volts, hair dryers, showers only with a safety box in room for 2 CUC per day extra. The lobby staff will exchange money during the day, so there is no real need to do so at the airport.

The resort is spread out on a good size property so it never felt crowded, and there were always beach and pool chairs available. Its not a great beach for swimming because of the coral in close but its absolutely wonderful for snorkelling with different coral formations and lots of colourful fish. You may want to consider bringing beach shoes to protect your feet if your going for a swim. Unfortunately your at the mercy of the ocean and the winds, so I only got snorkelling 1½ days out of a weeks stay. Bring an underwater camera if you come. The resort guests seem to averaged around 50 to 55 years and it's the warmest group of people I've ever met anywhere. Its not a party resort, most people are there to relax or snorkel. If you snorkel straight out from the pool area, you'll find a large grotto filled with larger fish. Bottom line, I'd go back for the warm people and amazing snorkelling. Cuban people are always so warm and friendly.

My husband and I went to Cuba on March 31/07 for 1 week for the first time.
Little bungallow they put us in was very nice. Spaces, 2 single beds, TV, little fridge and for 10 pasos a safe. Table and 2 chairs on the littele patio outside was godsent. Ocean and sand, no concrete jungle there. Everybody nice, polite, helpfull, and no americans. Small resort, most guests middle aged like us. All the suvenirs we bought from Danny were skillfully crafted. Trips to Havana were nice.
I am not just saying all thet, we are going again this April.
If you want to rest, swim, snorkell, and have a really nice time, go to this small inexpensive resort. You will not regret it.
Donna