Brisas Guardalavaca: Great

I really enjoyed my vacation in the sunshine and beach and everything was great and awesome ?️?I wish to be there with my friends and family again in the winter time and we will have a wonderful time together

Grand Aston Cayo Paredon Beach Resort: Beautiful and amazing resorts

Well it was a beautiful and very good resorts, the lobby is huge good atmosphere ,the employees are friendly. The hotel is very nice , big and clean I’ll like the style of the room, food is ok , the place is beautiful we enjoyed the atmosphere of the hotel, and the people., before I forget I enjoyed swimming in the pool and also very relaxing in the beach, the only thing bothered me was the waived. but the hotel is beautiful.

Club Tropical: Quiet

Not bad. Small wuiet. Food is not good. Drinks not good mix for drinks not available. Hard to get ice and water. Workers nice and polite. Grounds nice beach nice pool nice but needs food to be displayed . People with allergies have to be very careful eating anything .,

Club Tropical: Quiet

Not bad. Small wuiet. Food is not good. Drinks not good mix for drinks not available. Hard to get ice and water. Workers nice and polite. Grounds nice beach nice pool nice but needs food to be displayed . People with allergies have to be very careful eating anything .,

Starfish Cuatro Palmas: Room

I love this hotel but I didn’t get the room I requested. I had requested standard so that I could be in the main building. I got colonial instead and it was far from the main building. They say it’s an upgrade but it is not at all. I hope that next time I request standard that I receive it! Por favor!

Sanctuary White Sands: So so resort

The hotel was not bad but too long of a bus ride. When we arrived and asked for a room close to the front lobby, one was not available. I have trouble walking and walk with a cane so I was not too happy. The front desk gave us a new room the next day but we had originally asked for a pool view but was given a room with trees and no view. It was closer to the lobby but no view. The service at the snack bar was awful. Very slow and if you don’t tip they just ignore you. The food was very poor i [... read more]n the buffets, the same thing every day and a lot of empty spaces. The a la carte dinners were not so great either. The entertainment was awful. Was given a wheelchair on the second day and had to return it after 2 days because the paint on the handles ruined my expensive skirt with black paint. Showed it to the front desk and they did nothing about it. This was the worst trip I’ve ever been on. The only good thing was that the pool was clean and the resort was clean. The staff was not nice and if you don’t tip, they ignore you. Not nice at all, since we already pay enough for the trip.

Iberostar Coral Esmeralda: The perfect private club !!!

This resort was such a surprise to us - it was quiet - wonderful staff - so pleasant !!! and helpful- the food was top notch - great presentations at sit down dinners - The drinks were so good - not watered down like at other resorts. Beach was unbelievable powder white sand. We had a swim up room - this was decadent - and Carlos our personal Butler was always around checking in on us providing us with beach towels drinks, making our dinner reservations as soon as we arrived - no line ups no fr [... read more]ustration - it was simply GLORIOUS !!!- They love us Canadians - be sure to always tip - they depend on us for their liveleyhood. We are planning on returning end of September to see our friends again. You must visit this resort ?

Sanctuary White Sands: Resort ok

Rooms ok service was poor to far from the airport for what you got didn't get the room we payed for West jet poor service weather was good nothing around the hotel workers all ways expected tips. In general clean resort

Sanctuary at Grand Memories Varadero: great stay, BUT...

I would love to write a glowing review about Sanctuary at Grand Memories, but one problem stands in my way. Before I address that problem, I wish to say that I am a friend of Cuba, and I do not like to complain. I am in solidarity with the Cuban people. Unlike unhappy tourists, I did not find cockroaches, stained sheets, or faulty AC. My room was beautiful, clean, spacious, and comfortable. The AC was modern. A bottle of Rum was provided as a gift. All of this, at a price that could not even [... read more] purchase airfare anywhere else. I ate at the Ave del Paraiso restuarant daily. The chef, Eduard, was creative and often made something out of nothing.. Every evening, at least one course would have made any top restaurant proud. TIP# 1: Do not tip in Canadian coins. They are not legal currency in Cuba. Since a Canadian $5 bill is a large tip, buy US $ and leave a 1-2$ tip. It will be greatly appreciated. Please do this, so that Good Samaritans like me, don't have to undo your damage by buying up coins with bills. The staff at Sanctuary were most helpful. I would include Rosana and Lia, but especially Jenny. She is a problem solver. When I explained my predicament, she came up with a plan, where the beach, the pool, the restaurant, a bar, and the small Sanctuary lobby were all a short walk. I had everything I needed, but not everyting I wanted. So, what was the problem? The property had advertised shuttle transport for mobility challenged guests like myself. I counted on this. I cannot walk the distance to the main resort at Grand Memories. I only passed through the main resort on the first and last days. I questioned several staff to make sure I had the story right. It would seem that the two shuttle carts have been needing new batteries for 2-3 months. No solution is in sight. I know how many repairs compete for the government dollar, but you cannot afford to lose valuable customers. TIP # 2: If you wish to conplain, go to Dubai and pay for the priviledge. If you have any empathy for the Cuban people, share their hardships. BUT... to the management I would say, tourism has already fallen by 30% this year. Do not alienate your best supporters.

Sanctuary White Sands: Premium all the way

My Review Pro's Premium worth the money Butler service amazing ( Jed ) Checking everyday that I had water,beer towels Pool bar staff great Premium towels service excellent A La Carts for breakfast and lunch amazing, service/selection Resort beautiful/beach beautiful Premium Dinner, amazing Sports Bar excellent Lobby bar staff and selection amazing Beach bar staff excellent Room cleaned daily Con's Band cut off = No Internet/buffet with bus still 2 and half hours out Wa [... read more]s rectified when I complained That should never happen

Vila Gale Cayo Paredon: Summer Vacation

Rooms, Pool, Beach and facilities were excellent. Super clean, well kept, and the staff was friendly and attentive. On the downside, there were tons of mosquitoes and the hotel is super stingy with towels. Food was ok, but it’s Cuba so we didn’t expect much.

Iberostar Coral Esmeralda: Top notch resort!

First class service from the moment we stepped off the bus. Greeted with hot towels to freshen up and lovely iced beverage. Our butler for the week introduced himself”Carlos” and took us on a tour of the resort then led us to our suite. He took us inside the suite and explained all we needed to know. Shortly after discovering our private swim up the phone rings and it’s Carlos wanting to book our weeks dinner reservations! So…. Every night the beds are turned down so pretty and every mornin [... read more]g fresh sheets, all fresh towels, and bath mats toilet paper provided every day. Fresh bottled water every night placed on the desk. It was just unbelievable how pampered we were. The food was really nice. Everything was cooked in light oils nothing too heavy fresh fish, pork beef. Everything was so flavorful There’s a lovely little lunch place on your way out to the oceanfront that we would have lunch at every day and the menu changes every day. The drinks are really good there and then right on down towards the beach, there’s another little bar! I have to say the best espresso martinis ever are made at The lobby bar Entertainment most nights in the lobby bar area. . Got to know quite a few staff members by name over the week and every one of them are so happy to be there and are just kindhearted lovely people! The Cuban people that work in these resorts, don’t make a lot of money and they really do depend on your tips so please when you go to these places, be sure to be generous. We are definitely going back again this year!

Resonance Blu Varadero: No air conditioning in the eating areas!!

I would not go back because of the air conditioning issues. I couldn't eat because it was just to hot!!. The hotel itself is not bad. Big. Good beach. Nice staff. Nice rooms. Free wifi. . I will also say that it's very big. So bring good walking shoes.

Memories Jibacoa: We were not dissapointed , impressive

The service is top knotch , the reef snorkeling and diving was better than we hoped for , the meals were good , the beach was great , no complaints , loved having the dogs and cats around , the premium cafe and a la carts were very good , the le gourmet was our favorite , we will be back next year in February

Iberostar Origin Playa Alameda: The staffs are amazing

The hotel need ALOT of works The foods at the buffet are limited selection but overall foods at alarcate restaurants are good. If I ever come back to this place only because of the staffs, nothing else

Grand Aston Cayo Paredon Beach Resort: Hotel Review

It’s a newer hotel, don’t have any issues with cleanliness. The rooms are clean and well kept. Pools are amazing and clean. The only thing that I had issues with is the water, the hot water in the shower room was not working properly even when we moved to a different room. The food as well was not good and we all know that Cuba has issues with food supply but eating the same food for 8 days is very bad as we got sick. Some of the food looks bad already and should not be on the table. The a [... read more]mount the paid was not worth the vacations.

Melia Costa Rey: Stayed at the Level, not sure if we'll return

If you're new to the resort, take a downloaded map of the hotel with you as they don't provide a map whatsoever. There's a large map at the counter that you can take a picture of. After day 2 or 3, you'll get the hang of the layout. We stayed at the Level which has a few perks such as food choices. We arrived around lunchtime, so we went to the family side buffet as the check in person at the Level side told us that all the Level snack bar had were sandwiches which was totally incorrect. Let's  [... read more]just say that it was our first and only time getting food from the family side buffet. The line ups for omelets, fish, meat, etc were long. We were surprised how small the buffet area was for the family side. The next day we checked out the menu at the Level snack bar. WOW!! So many choices and we were never disappointed. We had cheeseburgers, poutine fries, greek salad, pizza and so many other yummy meals. Be prepared to smell and inhale cigarette smoke at the 24 hour snack bar. There are a few open sections of the walls which helps the wind flow however you can clearly smell the smoke. Great for smokers but a turn off for non-smokers. Smokers had the freedom to light up anywhere they wanted to in the main lobby as well. This is the main reason that we'll probably not return to MCR. The Level had an awesome Cuban Day buffet in the Level restaurant Cape Neo. We ate eggs benedict every morning. They were good but be prepared for inconsistently cooked eggs. The whites were either too runny or the yolks were overcooked. We ate supper at the Level Cape Neo three evenings. The menu never changed unfortunately so we looked forward to having supper at the a la cartes for the other four evenings. No complaints for the a la cartes. The staff and food were amazing. To sum up the food, I don't think we would have been happy eating breakfast and lunch at the family side for the entire week. The upcharge for the Level was $1,200.00 for the two of us which was somewhat worth it. The Level lounge was ok, a bit boring at times. I wouldn't say that the drinks were outstanding. The bartenders were friendly and excited to serve at the Level lounge and at the Level beach bar (Buddy's bar). The main lobby had more going on however the wait time to get served at the bar was ridiculous. People butting in line, bartenders not paying attention to people who were there first. I didn't seem like think they had table service. The Sports bar is extremely small with zero bar service. I had gone into the Cigar bar for a margarita as someone in the FB group said that was the best place to order one. The bartender insisted that I buy a cigar and smoke it in order for him to make me a margarita. I told him that I didn't smoke however he insisted a second time. I couldn't believe it. The bartender had a bit of a pissy attitude but I finally got a margarita. It was barely drinkable and not worth the hassling. All the bars were intermittently out of ice throughout the week. The Level side always had cold 'Three Horses' beer in the can and Buddy would send out his bar helper to the beach to get drink orders from the Level guests. The main lobby never had champagne however the Level lounge always had some. Be aware that the bars tend to close 15 to 30 minutes sooner that the displayed time. There wasn't enough shaded seating by the Level side pool. I think there were 6 or 8 wooden bed loungers which were reserved with towels before 6:00am. It was extremely windy at the beach so sitting in a shaded bed lounger by the pool would have been nice but it was impossible. The hotel should install some umbrellas to provide shade for the guests that sit in the regular lounge chairs. If it's super windy at the beach, sit in the back row by the dunes as it really makes a difference. There are no washrooms close to the beach on either the Level or the family side. For the Level side, the washrooms are between the 24 hour snack bar and Cape Neo or at the Level lounge or you can go to your room. For the family side, the closest public washroom is at the 24 hour snack bar. My husband said that the urinals were plugged and the urine smell was disgusting. The ladies washroom was half decent with multiple stalls. Would we return? If the price was good and the Level upgrade charge wasn't ridiculous, we might. We prefer the resort next door as they have strict rules on where people can smoke. The beach palapas are separated by no smoking and smoking allowed. They offer table service in the main lobby.

Melia Internacional: Great Resort & Service

The one week vacation was fantastic. Let me give a shout out to Dario the general manager at the resort. Extremely friendly and polite, he ensured that we had a great week at the adults only section. I found the food to be 10/10 for cuba, we had restaurant reservations and it was spot on. we actually had filet mignon that tasted outstanding. The hotel was busy but they have many sitting areas in the shade, lots of restaurants and bars. The most important is that the beach strip where t [... read more]he hotel is located is just heavenly, you do forget about this world when you are there. Thank you for all the staff at the adult only Melia, each and every one of them made us feel welcomed and heard.

Iberostar Origin Bella Vista Varadero: Poor service resort

Staff need to be trained regarding racism. One of the staff made fun of Asian eyes to me and i complained to the customer service. However, even the manager of customer service had no idea why i was racism. The food was either salty or plain. We asked for drinks and staff said it ran out. When my partner accidently dropped the US dollars, suddenly the drink was available. My rate of this resort is 1 star.

Starfish Cuatro Palmas: Great place to stay

Food was tasty, pool was great, beach was even better! We stayed in an eco room which is not directly attached to the resort but was a block away, we thought it might be inconvenient but it really wasn’t. In fact, we felt it was better than being attached to the rest of the hotel. Lots of things to do, and you’re in the heart of Varadero. I would stay there again for sure!