The Melia Cayo Santa Maria Hotel is parked on an ice-white beach that stretches out for 10 kilometres.
You’ll have direct access to the sand, which is topped with everything from parasols to pedal boats.A traditional Caribbean village inspired the design at this place.
Rooms are housed in two-storey colonial-style bungalows and offer up views of the colourful gardens that weave through the grounds.As well as two huge pools, you’ve also got the sea to dip into when you stay here – it’s right on the hotel’s doorstep.
On the beach, there’s a range of watersports to make use of, including scuba diving and catamaran sailing.
Other activities, like tennis, archery and Tai Chi, complete the picture.
Once you’ve worked up an appetite, head to one of the six restaurants.
Italian, Japanese and Mediterranean fare are all on the menu.