Valentin El Patriarca Varadero: Great Resort

The resort was nice, not too large. The grounds were nice and well kept. The beach was nice but a bit shelly, pool area was big, we never had to look for chairs at the pool or beach, always plenty. Food was really good, i always found something good to eat, and never a problem getting a drink at one of the many bars. The staff were always pleasant and helpful. We were a group of 8 ladies and we had a great time. Thanks for suggesting it Angela.

Hotel Bella Costa: Good family resort

Traveled in January 2015 with 5 kids under 12 - everyone had a great time. Beach was amazing. Food selection was good enough for kids, the adults had some complaints. Staff was great. Rooms were quite run down. Needs a reno.

Hotel Bella Costa: Very good value resort on a great beach

Varadero beach is world class, long and wide with soft sand, gentle drop, sandbars and fun waves. A great place for a walk - we strolled the beach from the resort for an hour to get to the downtown market area of Varadero (cab back in a 1927 Ford cost 10 peso). Another significant reason we don't hesitate to enjoy a Cuban vacation is safety. Although bad can happen anywhere it is very unlikely here. We were confident leaving the resort, day or night. Cuban hosts are very friendly and outgoing. T [... read more]hey work hard to please. They even set up a screen and projector, and put on special snacks for the Super Bowl. We did not go hungry and always found good food for each meal. Highlights were the beach buffet for cappuccino, main buffet for fresh omelets and croissants, bbq pork at the dinner buffet and the Japanese restaurant. That said, this is not four star dining. The resort itself was clean, it works well and it's not too big. The ratio of bar/restaurant/staff per person is good which translates to minimal delays for food, drinks, concierge etc. Our room was very nice with a king bed, very large deck with ocean and golf course views, in-room coffee, ample hot water. But the buildings are looking a little tired.

Melia Las Americas: Will definitley be back!!

Beautiful resort. Very clean and quiet. Small enough to get to know the staff and guests. It was very nice to see the manager every morning and evening. Lush grounds, beautiful beach. The food was better than we were expecting, especially in the International a la carte. Lots of activities to choose from and we loved the live music at every meal and in the lobby bar. Staff were super friendly. Would definitely go back. A lovely first experience of Cuba!!

Hotel Bella Costa: Beautiful beach!

Had a great time at Breezes Bella Costa. Great staff and can't beat the hotel location right off the beach. The accommodations were good, but request a room away from the main road as buses dropped off and picked up people all night.

Roc Arenas Doradas: Great vacation for your $

Entertainment and Staff are the best. Lots of games to keep us from ever being bored! Grounds are kept clean and tidy. Great beach with easy access and bar and restaurant close by. Nice lobby with coffee bar and a main bar with a big screen TV. Food was ok to pretty good depending on the day, they did change it up quite often. Chicken and pork very good, beef was usually tough. Pasta was great. Rooms are ok but beds are pretty hard, an upgrade here would be great.

Punta Peninsula Varadero: Ideal Resort

This resort had everything one requires when on an all-inclusive vacation! The accommodations were clean and roomy, the staff friendly and helpful, the amenities covered all the needs! The gym could use some updating and for sure put some matts inside; a "yoga" bldg. across the walkway from the gym was full of matts but guests were not allowed to utilize them unless doing "yoga" activities. The beach area was clean and there were plenty of chairs/umbrellas for everyone. The food was typical Cuba [... read more]n style but more than enough varieties to curb any diet. The resort is located the furthest from Varadero but no concerns walking/running alone there. The double-decker bus for $5. is a great option to travel around.

Punta Peninsula Varadero: Lovely Resort

This resort was incredible. We stayed in the Privileged Section. for us not having kids around was a plus - we wanted a quiet, restful vacation and we got it. View was awesome, all rooms had a view of either the Atlantic or the Marina. Food was the best we have ever had in Cuba and this is our 15th trip. Staff was helpful and lovely. Always wanting to ensure that things were right. One not so nice thing, the Reception for our area, staff need to have a better grasp of the English Language. We ha [... read more]d a couple of minor things to get fixed in our room and after the 3rd time asking, it still wasn't done. They just didn't understand what we were talking about. Beds we harder than we like and the pillows need to be updated. Not comfortable at all.

Los Delfines: While for us it may not be for everyone!

This was our 4th time at Los Delfines. We go back simply because we like it. It's not a 5 star resort, it doesn't have the best buffet food, and sometimes some of the rooms can be a bit - um - challenging. But the hotel is on the gorgeous Varadero beach, right downtown, and not out in the isolated tourista zone. Overall, we have had good rooms. This time we had 142 - and it was poolside with an ocean view, and steaming hot water everyday, though I did hear some people didn't have hot water. The  [... read more]food was improved over last year, though still not something to wax poetic over, we never went hungry. Entertainment good, servers good, though I have to say the bartenders this year were a bit sullen with us (and they are the same ones from previous years). The cigarette smoke is very heavy - there are alot of Quebecois and Italians there where smoking is still very common. But sit outside on the nice patio and feel the breeze off the ocean. Get away from Varadero, visit other places in Cuba, go to a casa particular and stay with a Cuban family, and then come back to Los Deflines. This isn't really a party hotel, it's more like a house party with friends that go to bed at 11 pm :) Suits us very well - though not everyone would be happy here.

Melia Marina Varadero: Good

Clean spacious and beautiful landscape , beatiful sandy beach,good. a la card restaurants, delicious grilled fish daily. And rooms well maintain. The covers and the beach chairs need to be replaced and keep clean. The patting covers are ripped and dirty and I sanitized.

Brisas Del Caribe: Nice Place

Nice pools, great beach. Good variety of bars open throughout the day. Friendly and grateful staff. Short walk to the bus into the city. Buffet hours seemed a little restricted as supper didn't open until 7 and there was always a huge line waiting to get in. 4 a la carte restaurants to choose from.

Club Kawama: Good times

Excellent value. The food was surprisingly good. The rooms are very basic but work well. Staff becomes friendly after being there a while or after they receive some tips. A lot of repeat guests there.

Sol Varadero Beach: Nice Resort- would stay again

Our family of 4 recently stayed at the Sol Sirenas Coral Resort and all in all we are very satisfied with our experience there. It was our first trip to Cuba and we had read that many resorts are older and a bit 'tired'. This resort fits that description somewhat but it is clean and presents well. The staff are always friendly and helpful. Patricia at the front desk took it upon herself to ensure we were moved/upgraded to a better room that was more suited to our family size. The bartenders, wai [... read more]t and cleaning staff are very personable and friendly. There are really two resorts in one here so there are a lot of dining options. The food in the buffets is decent and includes a wide variety of choices. The themed restaurants (Mexican, Cuban and Italian) were all quite good as well (better overall than the buffet meals we found). The grounds were well maintained and the 24 snack/booze bar and very handy beach bar ensured all needs were met. The vibe is friendly and laid back with a number of organized shows/activity options available as well. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely consider returning to this resort.

Hotel Bella Costa: Over-priced

This is definitely not a 4-star hotel, even by Cuban standards. If you tip the staff well, then you will receive friendly service. On the plus side, the beach is fabulous and the hotel location is good. Some rooms still need upgrading. So, don't hesitate to ask for a room change.

Royalton Hicacos Resort and Spa: Absolutely Amazing

Received excellent service from staff. Loved the layout of the resort and beach area. Room was impeccable, no issues whatsoever, wish we could have stayed longer than the week. A very memorable experience.

Resonance Blu Varadero: Overall great reaort

The overall experience I had at this resort was great. The majority of the staff was very kind and helpful. The overall cleanliness of the public bathrooms was very good as they also had soap and paper towel. if you enjoy entertainment this resort is perfect for you. There was always something going on in the lobby, by the pools or by the beach. They also provide night time entertainment each night for adults and some nights for children. The beaches were nice and clean aswell.

Hotel Los Cactus: Quiet...Not Bad

Just got home from Breezes Varadero. Everything was clean, gorgeous beach, decent entertainment at night, people are great. Always chairs available at the beach and the pool. Our gardenview room had a separate small bedroom so was very nice for 2 singles. The food was just okay, but you shouldn't be going to Cuba for the food. I don't know if a 5 star in Cuba would maybe have better. We found the resort very quiet and not much in the way of activities. It did not have the constant Cuban music bl [... read more]aring all the time which was nice, but the scheduled aqua classes and stuff didn't seem to happen, likely because of lack of interest. I think there may have been a number of repeat people and older people staying for a longer period. Likely not the best place for young people looking to party. We had a delay getting home, and that seems to be an issue with Cuba, but this time it was a mechanical failure on the plane.

Brisas Del Caribe: Decent 3 star

Traveled Jan 29-Feb 5 2015. The resort grounds are very nice and well kept. Staff are seen often gardening, cleaning pools and helping to provide loungers and at times drinks on the beach. Our room was in the south section which is the older section of the resort but it is a great location as the 24 hr bar and snacks is close by and two very clean pools. It is about a 7 minute walk to the beach. The beach is amazing and you can always get a lounger and shade. To the right of the beach there is a [... read more] path which takes you to the beach bar and grill (2 minute walk) to the left on the beach you can easily access the north section pool bar and grill. The buffet as any resort gets repetitive; however, we had roast beef, pork, potatoes, rice etc. Breakfast was omelets, in-season fruit. We ate at snack bar often (pizza, hot dogs, hamburgers, sandwiches). The food is not the best but I have had worse in Cuba. The room was well maintained, extra blankets and pillows. Beds are older but we slept well. The only dowfall was not hot water for our first three days (solar heated and it had been cloudy the week before our week of sun). It certainly did not ruin our vacation.

Muthu Playa Varadero: Good value for the price

We loved this resort. The food was better than any other resort we've been to. Rooms and bathrooms were very clean. Staff was friendly and quite helpful. Excellent value for the amount we paid for it.

Resonance Blu Varadero: Fantastic!!

Traveled with my mom and 7 yr old son. This was a great place for a multi-generational trip. The activity pool was fun and the waterslide was a big hit!! The relaxing pool was quieter and serene if a more low key holiday is for you The beach, of course, was beautiful and enjoyed by all. There was always a spot to get food and drink and there was always plenty to eat and we were all satisfied with the choices we had. The staff was helpful and very willing to fulfill any requests as best they coul [... read more]d! My mother has considered visiting here with my step-dad.