Cayo Santa MarÃÂa (Saint Mary Cay or "Key") is an island off Cuba's north-central coast in the Jardines del Rey archipelago. The island is linked by road and bridge to the town of Caibarién on the main island. Cayo Santa MarÃÂa is well known for its white sand beaches and luxury all-inclusive resorts.
The name "Cayo Santa MarÃÂa" is also used to refer to the whole resort area, comprising a chain of three islands connected by a causeway.
In addition to its resorts, the cay features publicly accessible beaches and snorkeling spots that attract travelers seeking a more flexible, self-guided experience of the northern Cuban coast.
The island is linked to the mainland near Caibarién by a 48 km causeway, part of the Road to Cayo Santa MarÃÂa, constructed between 1989 and 1999 by Campaña de Las Villas. The island is administered as part of Caibarién, a municipality of Villa Clara Province.