Hotel Bella Costa: Wonderful Stay with World-Class Beaches

This may be a three-star hotel, but it truly exceeds expectations. The rooms are a little outdated, but they are kept spotlessly clean, with lots of hot water and great shower pressure. The grounds are immaculate and very well maintained, and it’s clear that upgrades are actively being done throughout the property. The food has been plentiful and flavorful, and the service is absolutely outstanding—staff consistently go above and beyond and make you feel genuinely welcome. A special mentio [... read more]n to the coffee bar: the cappuccino is to die for! And the beaches—simply stunning. Some of the best beaches in the world, with crystal-clear water and soft white sand. Excellent value for Cuba

Sol Varadero Beach: Resort met all of our expectations

The resort was fantastic, the food was excellent and no shortages of any food at all. Staff was fantastic and very welcoming. I would absolutely return tomorrow if I could but I will be going back.

Grand Aston Varadero Beach Resort: Amazing Resort

The grounds were very nice. The hotel is exceptionally clean. The food was great especially the al-a-cartes. The ocean view rooms was really nice and the wifi worked throughout the resort. The beach was nice. Any seaweed was picked up daily.

Grand Aston Varadero Beach Resort: Second time to this lovely resort

Hotel itself is new and modern. Some minor glitches with our bathroom door but minor. Facilities modern very clean and accessible. Staff kind, patient and gracious. Buffet had good variety and was very clean. Snack bar had wonderful staff good variety of items any time I went. Beach entry and exit can be challenging to those with mobility issues as there is a big drop at the water and the sand changes to egg size stones at the waters edge. I was there Feb 2-6 unfortunately very cold but the sta [... read more]ff did the best they could with our sad faces waiting for sun.

Memories Jibacoa: Memories

Lovely hotel but lots of stairs for people with mobility issues Very friendly and courteous staff Entertainment a bit repetitive but very good Was surprised to see cats and dogs on premises but they were not intrusive or feral - quite cute actually

Starfish Cuatro Palmas: Great small resort

Everything was good and much better than expected Lots of food and drinks ? Excellent entertainment close to Beatles bar and calle 62 Friendly staff always there to help out bitch clean and well taken care of lots of chairs good for long walks on the beach

Melia Varadero: Very good resort!

My wife and I stayed at Meliá Varadero and had a very pleasant experience overall. The resort is clean, the rooms are well maintained, and the staff are extremely friendly and accommodating. When we requested a king-size bed, they couldn’t do it the first night but moved us to a renovated room the next day as promised. The food was fair and good for Cuba, with a consistent variety including chicken, beef, fish, and pork. We did not experience any major food shortages, despite some reviews sug [... read more]gesting otherwise. Having stayed at several resorts in Varadero before, I would say this has been the best overall experience so far. Overall, I would recommend this resort—provided you set your expectations appropriately and remember that this is Cuba, not Aruba or some of the higher-end Caribbean destinations. With that mindset, it’s a very enjoyable place to stay.

Hotel Villa Cuba: Pleasantly surprised!

We travelled here, January 27 to February 3. Check-in was a slow process, but nothing out of the ordinary everyone at the front desk was very pleasant. We were booked in a super saver room, but we were offered an ocean view in the main hotel part for $10 US a night, which we gratefully accepted the room itself was gorgeous! The view and the cleanliness was impressive. At first, I thought our patio door did not lock, turns out it was user error. Unfortunately, the week of our stay it was very col [... read more]d, windy, rainy, and I think we only saw six hours of Sun the whole week, but wasn’t Cubas fault lol. There is a lot of stairs at this resort, and none of the elevators worked the whole time we were there. It didn’t matter to us. We were OK with the stairs, but for those with mobility issues, I would definitely take into consideration it sounds like these elevators haven’t worked for a long time. The beach looked nice however with the massive winds we had it was in rough shape with lots of seaweed everywhere and a terrible smell because the beach was covered in rotting seaweed. I have been to this stretch of beach before and it is generally gorgeous! The water was still very clear and pretty turquoise. The staff at this resort are outstanding! The whole week everyone was so welcoming and accommodating for everything. We were pleasantly surprised with the food options available as we travel to Cuba many times we know what to expect, with the recent announcements and changes we brought extra snacks and food items just in case however we never went hungry. We did stick to the buffet only because it was so cold outside. We wanted to be away from the elements as quick as possible lol. The resort is older, it does show however they take very good care of the grounds and the building. It was very clean and impressive. The entertainment team was good, it’s not fair for me to judge them because the week we were there it was between 8°and 11° so they were doing their best trying to keep people engaged, but a lot of people didn’t stick around outside. I should mention, we brought Mr. noodles that you just had to add hot water too and we were grateful we did. On those chilly nights instead of going to the 24 hour snack bar outside we were able to eat some warm soup in our room. I would hands down return to this resort when I can enjoy the pool, beach, and ocean another time.

Grand Aston Varadero Beach Resort: Nice resort!

The hotel was a quick ride from the airport. It is the first stop which was great. The hotel itself was well situated. There were gardens through the walkways and everything was in the same building. Our room was nice and modern. Provided nice plush bathrobes and an umbrella. The bathroom was large with a great walk in shower. Our ocean view was absolutely perfect! There was never much of a wait for any type of drink/coffee which was nice. The staff were friendly. The front staff struggled to co [... read more]mmunicate with staff and were not overly helpful. The Sunwing rep was available for the majority of the day to answer questions. We tried two of the A la Cartes. We really enjoyed the Japanese restaurant / the food was awesome! The snack bar was always open and buffet had lots of options. The pool was large with lots of seats. The entertainment staff were okay. Unfortunately, the weather was bad during our stay so we weren’t able to enjoy the pool or ocean.

Playa Vista Azul: Playa Vista Azul. Amazing

Stayed one week at Playa Vista Azul and loved the Resort. First 2 nights we were in a Bungalow. We had no air conditioning and ceiling fan was making a loud noise. The concierge at the premium pool area were awesome. Diana, Adrian, and several others. They took care of moving us and always ask if we needed anything, wanted an a la carte booked for the evening, asking if we were happy! We were moved to 1233 in the Premium Building. The new room was more modern, hot water, air conditioning workin [... read more]g. No complaints. Julia the housekeeper was excellent, clean room, water, towels etc etc. We had a few issues with the key cards not working on a daily basis. The front desk staff was unfriendly, and ignored us most times. Grounds were well kept. Beach was great. Food was in abundance and delicious. The staff at Le Coral were friendly and attentive, Katie, Magadera(wrong spelling). Ate breakfast and lunch there daily, snacks while at the pool. Carlos, the bartender at the premium pool was the best! Premium Bar in the lobby was quiet and best Pina Coladas and Rico took good care of us.

Memories Jibacoa: Memories Jibocoa

Wonderful experience. Great staff. The layout and grounds are very comfortable as was my room. I found many of the guests had been there many times resulting in a warm family like atmosphere. This is an adult only place and most did their best to behave like one. If possible in this quickly changing world I would be happy to return.

Resonance Musique Varadero: Not worth your money

First of all, do not book with tripcentral. They are not helpful and just costs you more money to book. Instead, book through Sunwing directly. Now for the resort.. I would overall give a 5/10. The food was plentiful and good (I'm not picky though and enjoy other cusines). The rooms were pretty basic but decently comfortable beds and pillows and we had lots of hot water the whole trip. The room was a bit musky and humid but that's expected. I've heard the safes dont work but I couldn't confirm t [... read more]his as we never used ours. Our room location was right beside the theater and it was so loud every single night we were there. Not all rooms are located this closely so I would recommend requesting something further from the theater area. We did not experience any shortages during our visit and the staff are amazing (no surprise, cuban people are wonderful). We did experience a few things that we didn't particularly like, for example, we were sitting down at the pool and as the weather was colder we didn't want to get into the water to the pool bar so we went upstairs to the Paloma bar and asked for some mojitos but were told "no mojito right now" just because they didn't want to make them for us at that moment (you can tell they dont like making drinks, they just want to pour liquid) and so we asked for different drinks and was then asked "to stay or to go?" And we replied to go as we wanted to take our drinks back to the pool and we were told no because they didn't have any paper/plastic cups available. We were very surprised and upset that we were told no when this is something included with the resort. We also didn't experience many options that were offered with the harmony club, for example, the utopia bar was closed, the game day bar was closed, butler services were not offered to us, we were only allowed to book one a la carte restaurant for one night and we did not get our exclusive dinner or exclusive cocktail activity on the beach. The employees dont really help explain much or show you where to go and we didn't meet our Butler until the day before we left as he said he took some days off and apparently the butler is the one who can help you navigate the resort and schedule any bonus features/options included in the harmony club. So that was extremely frustrating. We also tried reaching out to tripcentral through email multiple times and were ignored. The wifi is also a huge issue. If we did not upgrade to the harmony club I would not have access to wifi my whole trip. The wifi is extremely spotty through Musique and I could only get service when in the buffet on the Blu side or in the lobby on the Blu side. Another thing to mention would be how open the resort is-they dont have sheltered areas at all besides the sports bar and utopia bar that were closed the whole time we were there. Unfortunately the weather was really bad when we went and therefore the rain and wind was very hard to bare unless you were sitting in your room. The location of the resort was also very far from town, almost on the end of the peninsula so I recommend a closer resort. I absolutely love Cuba and will be returning but I will never go to the Resonance resort ever again. This counts for Musique and Blu.

Memories Jibacoa: Such a gem!

I had a fantastic time! The beach was beautiful, the resort was lovely, staff were so friendly, the food was great, my room was comfortable and I felt well looked after. I would definitely recommend!

Melia Marina Varadero: Wonderful Resort

We loved our stay here during our first trip to Cuba. The staff were very friendly and eager to help. Amazing beach and we never had trouble finding a chair. The pool was very quiet possibly because the beach conditions we so good during our visit. The food was decent despite the horror stories some people might tell you but I think they might have exaggerated a little. Some choices were limited such as fruits and vegetables. There was tons of guava and pineapple but nothing else fruit w [... read more]ise. There were lots of vegetables were limited to canned corn, cabbage, canned peas, canned baby corn and a few other choices that came and went. Pork and fish were plentiful and there was chicken legs one day. No beef. There's always food available even if the buffet is closed, just go to the sit down restaurant/bar off the lobby and you can order a sandwich or hamburger. There was plenty to drink especially if you like rum. I recommend Havana Especial, pineapple juice and a splash of coconut rum. Don't expect a large variety of pop, they only had Cuban cola (no sugar free options) and a lemon pop that was like lemon concentrate mixed with sugar and carbonated water. We were in a basic room which was great. AC was loud but didn't bother us. The only complaint about the room was that it seemed damp but the room may have been unoccupied for with no AC for days before we got there in that humid climate. The room was the first in the hall which meant the furthest from the end/ocean/view. If you have the option when checking in ask for a room at the end of the hall if you want a nicer view. There is a open top, hop on/hop off double decker bus that stops and the neighbouring Plaza de Americas. For $5USD you can use it for the day to get to Varadero or do a loop of the whole peninsula. It comes about every 40 minutes. Please tip the staff, the Cubans are wonderful people in a tough situation.

Melia Las Americas: Hotel review

The Level Suites Suites are showing signs of wear. The Oceanview Level suits had very poor showers. Often no pressure and Luke warm. The food in the buffet was just ok. They changed to coffee machines vs. Waiters serving coffee, so it created big line ups A lot of the path lighting was out or damaged. We asked that the bulb outside out unit be changed on the first day and they never did get it done.

Playa Punta Hicacos: Exalaunt

Beach great .Food good,Very clean.Hop on hop off bus fun.Staff very good.725 price is ? amazing.Loved our trip would return in a minut.take lots of stuff for local .Tylenol aspirin reading glasses.Trip central is the best to deal with.Hats off to trip central

Playa Punta Hicacos: Exalaunt

Beach great .Food good,Very clean.Hop on hop off bus fun.Staff very good.725 price is ? amazing.Loved our trip would return in a minut.take lots of stuff for local .Tylenol aspirin reading glasses.Trip central is the best to deal with.Hats off to trip central

Iberostar Origin Tainos: Amazing resort

Absolute Paradise! An Unforgettable Cuban Escape at Iberostar Tainos From the moment we arrived, we knew we'd chosen the perfect getaway. The Iberostar Tainos in Varadero isn't just a vacation spot; it's a vibrant slice of Cuban paradise meticulously designed for relaxation and joy. Our room was fantastic—spacious, immaculately clean, and comfortable. Waking up to the tropical breeze and stepping onto our balcony to catch a glimpse of that legendary Varadero turquoise water set the tone fo [... read more]r every perfect day. The beach is absolutely the resort’s crown jewel. The famous powdery white sand of Varadero met crystal-clear, calm waters that were perfect for swimming. The dedicated staff kept the area impeccable and were always on hand with fresh towels and a friendly "hola." We spent our days alternating between lounging on the stunning beach, taking dips in the large, well-maintained pools, and enjoying the fantastic animation team's activities. The dining experiences were a highlight. The main buffet offered a great variety of options to please everyone, and the themed restaurants were a delicious change of pace. Special mention to the amazing cocktails at the bars—the mojitos were perfection and the perfect accompaniment to those spectacular Caribbean sunsets. What truly set this resort apart, however, was the staff. Every single team member, from the tirelessly cheerful entertainment crew to the hardworking restaurant and housekeeping staff, was genuinely warm, attentive, and embodied the incredible Cuban spirit. They went above and beyond to ensure our happiness. Whether you're seeking a fun-filled family vacation, a romantic retreat, or a peaceful recharge, Iberostar Tainos delivers incredible value and a wonderful experience. We left feeling completely rejuvenated and are already dreaming of our return. ¡Muchas gracias por todo! 10/10 - A Perfect Varadero Beach Resort Experience.

Paradisus Princesa Del Mar: Will not return to this resort

Rooms are extremely dated - lounge chairs on balcony were rusted not a chance we were sitting on them. Curtains were hanging off the curtain rod. Beach was not maintained (very sad to see) no activities on the beach and very limited activity around the pool during the day Food was the same every day at the buffet Drink selection was very limited Staff at the piano/ cigar and The Rock bar were very friendly I know this is Cuba and we did not go expecting a high class trip but this was a  [... read more]big disappointment and was happy when it was time to come home. This is not a 4.5 star resort

Melia Las Americas: Great resort

We had a great time at this resort. Room, food , staff and beach were wonderful. The entertainment was good at the lobby and theatre. The golf was good the greens were a little rough. The views were great.