Siboney Beach
Siboney Beach
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Dev K
1,293 contributions
Dec 2017 • Solo
If you are in Santiago de Cuba and crave a little beach time, then head out like a local by a collectivo (CUP20) to Siboney Beach (20 min). It's quite charming though don't expect the white sands of the Atlantic side beaches. You can rent an umbrella and chairs/bed for CUC4. A bit rocky beach with grainy sand so wear sandals when entering the sea. Once you are in the water it is lovely and can even see a bit of coral and fish. But you MUST try the grilled fish dinner (CUC7) served with salad and rice. They will come to your beach umbrella to take your order and serve you within 20 min or so. Delicious so don't miss the lunch here. Head back to Santiago de Cuba by collectivo available frequently and pick up at the same location you were dropped off.
Written December 30, 2017
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Jakob E
Weissenburg in Bayern, Germany10 contributions
Feb 2016 • Couples
Siboney beach is not what beach goers or lovers would be crazy about. Being in the southern shore it is not your classic white sandy beach with clear turquoise waters, instead, you find light brownish sand and deep blue waters . However, there is some amusing vibe to it as you get to be in close contact to locals. Most people living in the city of Santiago de Cuba flock to this patch of blue for a day's worth of sun bathing and fun. also, if you are into snorkeling you will probably get to see much of the local marine fauna.
Written March 2, 2016
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TeeEh
Toronto, Canada10 contributions
Dec 2014 • Friends
Not the picture perfect beach you see on postcards, but a great local beach used mostly by people coming out from Santiago for the day. Umbrellas and chairs available for rent (limited supply). Easy to join a game of beach soccer or just sit back and enjoy the people watching.
You can get there from Santiago by taxi for 1 CUC from the taxi stand next to parque roosevelt (the taxis wait until they are full). Make sure you tell them you know the price (obviously, the rule in Cuba). You can arrange with the driver to pick you up at a certain time.
There are not a lot of tourists on the beach compared to other places, so you might get hit up a bunch with attempted sales (buy a hat, crafts, food)... but it depends on the day.
Easy place to make friends with locals!
You can get there from Santiago by taxi for 1 CUC from the taxi stand next to parque roosevelt (the taxis wait until they are full). Make sure you tell them you know the price (obviously, the rule in Cuba). You can arrange with the driver to pick you up at a certain time.
There are not a lot of tourists on the beach compared to other places, so you might get hit up a bunch with attempted sales (buy a hat, crafts, food)... but it depends on the day.
Easy place to make friends with locals!
Written April 21, 2015
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Gavin D
Sydney, Australia224 contributions
Dec 2016 • Friends
Siboney has the initial appearance of an idyllic seaside town - similar to Byron Bay in Australia or Mölle in Sweden, but with the full tropical treatment. Walk up higher from the main street to Compay Segundo's house and check the view - royal palms in the valley, framed by the towering ridge of mountains in the Parque Nacional de Gran Piedra.
Written December 27, 2016
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MarinaSm2015
St. Petersburg, Russia24 contributions
Nov 2015 • Couples
Good clean beach with beautiful views and nature with excellent hotel and meals. It located far away, so there is not a lot of people
Written October 19, 2016
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mmmarjo
Toronto, Canada47 contributions
Dec 2014
A great beach, with mainly Cubans there both times I visited it, and a very friendly vibe. I was told there is sometimes beach volleyball there, but no one really knew when. Maybe a 20 minute cab ride south of Santiago.
Siboney is the birthplace of the great singer Compay Segundo, and is mentioned in at least one of the Buena Vista Social Club songs.
Siboney is the birthplace of the great singer Compay Segundo, and is mentioned in at least one of the Buena Vista Social Club songs.
Written August 27, 2015
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crossbones44
Niagara Falls, Canada3 contributions
Nov 2014 • Family
It seems people are missing the fact that there is a wreck with its ribs and 2 anchors with in easy snorkeling distance from the beach.Off to the left , 200 yds out, ask a local. I go there once or twice a yr. There is usually a tourist there there so someone can watch your stuff (like anywhere else in the world dont leave it unattended) while the two of you do the swim. Also there is a very good doctor and huge rehabilitation clinic up the road you could use very reasonable. Kind of like a tourist spot in most lake erie towns. A piece of home. And buy your ice cream in the store, you get a good size tub to eat and its always good.
Written January 19, 2015
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Karl F
Jamaica9 contributions
Aug 2017 • Friends
Rocky and difficult. About 20 minutes drive from Santiago, Siboney is very rocky with black, pebbly sand. Great service for beach umbrellas, food and drink
Written August 20, 2017
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Pali A
Pecs, Hungary22 contributions
Jun 2016
I did not come close to the beautiful beach. Rather because it is used by locals who are very nice, loud and cheerful.
Written May 25, 2017
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crosscountry511
stuttgart35 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
This is not a beautiful white sand beach you find elsewhere in Cuba. It's "arena oscuro" or dark sand and quite small. For $3 CUC per person a man will install an umbrella for you, which is great respite from the sun.
The water is much warmer than the northern Atlantic side of Cuba and saltier. Waves lap in as you walk out to submerge yourself. Some trash floats in the water, and the bottom is made of rounded rocks. Go here if you really need a beach, but otherwise, there are more interesting places to visit while in Santiago.
The water is much warmer than the northern Atlantic side of Cuba and saltier. Waves lap in as you walk out to submerge yourself. Some trash floats in the water, and the bottom is made of rounded rocks. Go here if you really need a beach, but otherwise, there are more interesting places to visit while in Santiago.
Written May 1, 2017
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oceanview212
New York
Would I be able to get a descent mojito.
Will G
New Orleans, LA79 contributions
Doubtful. It's mostly a local beach. You could probably get a cold beer. There is no "formal" restaurant/cafe right on the beach.
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Brenda R
Miami, FL
Mi interés es encontrar el número de teléfono de este Restaurante La Rueda. No hay manera que pueda lograrlo haciendo búsquedas en Internet. Si fuera usted amable.
valentin121
Valencian Country, Spain65 contributions
No lo se , pero te puedo indicar, que la mejor playa para bañarte en Santiago de Cuba es Bueycabon, esta despues de valverde, alli hay chiringuitos , pregunta antes precio comida, y en Santiago de Cuba te puedo recomendar dos lugares buenos para comer uno es la casona de los moros, que esta en San Basilio altura mas o menos del numero 165, plato suliman es francamente bueno, lleva camarones, langosta, col rellena con arroz que es una delicia, berenjenas, verduras, chuleta de cerdo o chivo muy rico, lugar acogedor , buen precio y tranquilo, la terraza que esta a dos cuadras de Plaza Marte en Aguilera, y un poco diststante el la playa de aguadores, no es para bañarse pero tienes el paladar de Ariel, donde podras comer a buen precio langosta , camarones, pescado,especialidad pulpo, en salsa , ensalada de pulpo y cobo en ensalada, yo voy a este paladar en aguadores todos los años 2 a 5 veces , desde hace mas de 15 años, ya me diras si vas es buenisimo, buen precio , calidad y amabilidad, espero que sea de tu ayuda, nota playa de siboney para bañarse es peligrosa hay muchas corrientes.
Siboney Beach (Santiago de Cuba) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Siboney Beach
- Hotels near Siboney Beach:
- (0.00 mi) Casa Avila
- (0.24 mi) Casa Vista al Mar Siboney
- (0.24 mi) Haus Meerblick
- (0.55 mi) Paraiso del Mar Siboney
- (8.75 mi) Casa Miriam Santiago de Cuba
- Restaurants near Siboney Beach:
- (8.65 mi) St. Pauli
- (8.96 mi) Restaurante Aurora
- (7.51 mi) El Palenquito
- (8.93 mi) Restaurante Primos Twice
- (9.01 mi) Compay Gallo