Valentin El Patriarca Varadero: Amazing time

Excellent hotel, we were treated like royalty for our whole trip. We upgraded to Privilege which was well worth the extra money. We had our own pool and breakfast area and bar. Had breakfast served to us each morning outside on the patio overlooking the ocean. High End international drinks and scotches at our bar. Food was not great but the staff and resort made up for it. Smoking allowed in all areas which was very annoying if you do not smoke. Excellent coffee shop and they served speciality c [... read more]offees at all restaurant and bars - they were delicious. Staff were excellent - we will return

Melia Marina Varadero: Best value for money in Varadero

I did my fair share of research before choosing this hotel and it was worth it. Varadero is chronically maligned on reviews for having run down hotels and bad food, so staying at the newly opened (2013) Melia Marina was a pleasant surprise. It is probably one of the best and most affordable 5-star hotels in the far end of the strip. The 1-bedroom suites are HIGHLY recommended for families who want to be away from the action and the 5-7 minute walk to the main building (10 mins to the beach) is t [... read more]otally reasonable. The food is passable but there is more than enough variety for you to put together a decent plate of the buffet's "greatest hits" each meal. On a global scale I would probably give this resort 4-stars, but since this is such a jewel in landscape of Varadero I had to give the full 5-star review. Stay at this hotel as soon as possible before they raise the rates (and it starts getting run down).

Valentin El Patriarca Varadero: Very good resort

Had a very relaxing vacation. Enjoyed every one of the A La Carte dinners, nice that we did not need any reservations. Also wifi worked very well, but it would be nice to have all thru resort instead of just in reception area

Brisas Del Caribe: Great Value for your dollars

Great resort. Nicely kept grounds and plenty of places to walk around the resort without ever leaving. The food was good. Always something to eat and there is a small café at the front of the resort that has snacks late at night.

Sol Varadero Beach: Great time!

We stayed from April 18-25 and we had a great trip the hotel wasn't in the best shape but it wasn't horrible the food was great they have two sides to the resort so we walked over and ate at the sol Serena's side fresh squeezed orange juice a whole table of cheeses and figs and lots of pastrys I loved the homemade donuts with thier banana syrup over all he had a great time there was so many great people and it was really busy lots of clubs in the city just a cab ride away and lots of very nice p [... read more]eople in the city too! And there was an amazing restaurant in town I think it was called Jesus best lobster dinner I've ever had!! It was 30 cuc per person but it was worth it!

Palma Real: Terrific value

Met our expectations. Everyone was friendly. Food was fine. Beach lovely and just a 5 min walk with food and drinks there. Will go again. Close to airport and close to hot spots in varadero such as Beatles bar. Suggest taking horse drawn carriage ride for your of the local sights. Also enjoyed the night club show at hotel international

Valentin El Patriarca Varadero: Worst food ever

This five-star resort was very clean very organized and in good condition. After a dozen trips to Cuba this was the worst food we have ever tasted and the least friendly or helpful staff. We are used to the smiling faces and happy nature of the Cuban people but the stuff at this resort did not seem to want to help or chat or even crack a smile

Resonance Blu Varadero: Awesome times

Clean, tidy, huge selection of food and buffets, multiple pools, good entertainment friendly staff, amazing beach ! Lots of walking but if you catch a hold cart not too bad! Take your own ketchup ! :-)

Brisas Del Caribe: Wonderful Time!!!

It was never a dull moment at this resort. The dining staff were amazing after you get to know them. Meeting other people at the resort was daily thing. The beaches were gorgeous and the water was great. We really enjoyed ourselves.

Blau Varadero: Blau varadero resort

I have travelled all over the world The Blau Varadero is a beautiful resort located directly on Varedero beach. The food at this resort was amazing . The hotel is very well laid out no need to leave the resort at all however if you venture out its only 10 minute ride to town. The staff are very friendly and hotel is very well maintained,The night shows are amazing I would deffinetly return to this hotel.

Sol Varadero Beach: Great time

When we first arrived we were a little skeptical, however, the resort turned out to be fabulous and we would definitely return to it. We took friends with us who had never been and they had a great time. My only criticism would be no entertainment between dinner and the shows so was a little bored at that time.

Resonance Blu Varadero: Great place but terrible food

Beautiful hotel with a great beach but food was horrible- I expected not great food but it was far worse than expected. If you go, bring pepto bismol!!! Staff were very friendly and service was great.

Sirenis Tropical Varadero: It was a great trip

It was so big. The staff was great. We took mopeds out one day and the city was amassing to see. We went and seen a baseball game off the resort and let me tell you it was AMAZING!!!!! Love the blue jays but 10 times better amosphere!!!!

Melia Las Americas: Wonderful resort!

Rooms were lovely, food was great by Cuban standards. Beaches and grounds were beautiful. Staff were very friendly and helpful and it was next door to a great golf course. Perfect! We would go back for sure.

Paradisus Princesa Del Mar: Very nice

Awesome for Cuba. Lovely rooms and grounds. Welcoming reception area. Internet in the lobby was hit and miss. Large property, very spread out. Leave yourself plenty of time to exchange money (always a lineup) Food was very good for Cuba. Wide selection!

Los Delfines: Love it there

If you are not picky about food, I think it's the best place to be. Located downtown varadero beautiful beach SUPER CLEAN the staff is AMAZING. if you are looking for a place to relax Los Delfines is the place to be. Can't wait to go back there

Melia Peninsula Varadero: Amazing resort

The grounds are beautiful and well kept as well as the beach. Staff is very friendly and always greet you. The food is good and we always found something we liked. It was nice having a snack bar open 24 hours.

Sol Palmeras: Strong stomachs only

The grounds, pools and beach are absolutely lovely. The mezzanine area where people gather to enjoy the AC, have a drink, meet up with friends, also very nice. The rooms are .... okay. A bit musty smelling but that's normal this far south. There are two reasons I won't return to Sol Palmeras. First, the food/water. You couldn't get a hot cup of coffee! I would pour it out of the machine and then nuke it in the dining hall before drinking. Even though the variety of foods offered was quite good b [... read more]oth my Mom and I ended up suffering from diarrhea by day 3 and for about 3 weeks back at home. The second reason is a bit more difficult to communicate but it has to do with the general unhappiness of the staff. These are not people who have chosen to work in the tourism industry! I saw a lot of surly, almost scary looks on waiter's faces. Not nice! One of our maids decided by half way through our stay that she should have my Aerosole sandals. She was relentless until I promised to leave them for her and then she reminded me twice a day until I left that I had promised her! I felt oppressed by their oppression. I save for a long time to go on a holiday so it won't be Cuba at all in future. It'll be anywhere else, where the people who are working at my resort want to be working there and where the water and food don't make me sick. I also prefer not to go through their airport security ever again in my lifetime. Yuck! Certainly not conducive to the holiday spirit! Sorry Cuba and Sol Palmeras. You won't see me again! And, I won't be recommending this part of the world to anyone trying to decide where to go on their next holiday.

Melia Marina Varadero: Good Overall

Resort was new and beautiful but already showing wear will stained walls and cracked tiles. Most of the staff with very nice and helpful. Buffet food options didn't change the whole time we were there. Walk to the beach was short. Beach was beautiful.

Grand Memories Varadero: Beautiful resort

The hotel was clean and beautiful. The swimming pools were a little cold but we enjoyed the rock and cave structures. The staff at the hotel was very helpful and pleasant we would certainly book this resort again.