Pretty scenery here, but not anywhere near as comfortable or relaxing a beach experience as you'd get in Varadero, the Cayos, and Playas del Este. Dramatic views around the bay of the lush vegetation gracing nearby cliffs. Warm enough to swim in the Caribbean water and a nice way to cool off if youve been sweating all day going around Santiago city. When we were there, it was also beautiful to watch the purple lightning hitting the ocean beyond us. You might get serenaded by guitar-strumming Cuban people around a bonfire on the beach, like we did. Definitely an off-the-beaten path adventure experience going out here.

But, bring bug repellent, cuz flies n mosquitos will bite ya if you dont! Super rocky strand on the beach, not fun to walk on w/o sandals. They at least have beach chairs available for you to rest on that you can buy for a few CUCs at most. There are a few bars located off the main beach, just dont go and buy a drink at one place and then the next one at another, bc that could upset the owners of the different bars who compete for what tourist dollars do come to the village.

Would I recommend Siboney beach for adventures and cooling off from Santiago's midday heat? Yes. Would I recommend it to spoiled package tourists who want to relax on large stretches of white sand from which they can swim comfortably into the Caribbean? Not quite.