Cuba Resort Shuttle Carts: Getting Around Large Hotel Properties

Large Cuba resorts can require significant walking between rooms, restaurants, pools, beaches and the lobby. Some properties use electric carts, small shuttles or scheduled internal transportation, but service levels are not consistent.

Ask how internal transportation works

• Whether carts follow a fixed route or operate on request
• Where the official stops are located
• Operating hours
• Average waiting times
• Whether early-morning or late-night service is available
• Whether wheelchairs or mobility aids can be accommodated

Choose the room location carefully

Travellers with limited mobility should request a room near essential services before arrival. A convenient room location is usually more dependable than expecting a cart to be available at every moment.

Know the main resort landmarks

Take a photo of the resort map and identify reception, guest services, the main buffet, restaurants, beach access, pools, the medical clinic and the airport-transfer meeting point.

Prepare a backup route

If cart service stops because of weather, maintenance or a power interruption, ask reception for the safest and shortest walking route. Keep the room building number saved on your phone.

Frequently asked questions

Are shuttle carts available at every Cuba resort?

No. Availability depends on the size, layout and current operations of the property.

Can I reserve a cart for a specific time?

Some resorts allow requests, but guaranteed pickup is uncommon. Confirm locally.

Should I rely on a cart for an airport transfer?

No. Leave enough time to walk to the meeting point if necessary.