Playa Vista Azul: Very nice

Knowing that Covid has been a problem for the past 2 1/2 years in the travel and tourism industry along with all other sectors of our economy and still not over, I prepared myself to not expect too much. So when I arrived I must say it was a very nice hotel. The service was excellent, the food was okay but not a whole lot compared to pre-pandemic times. I wasn’t starving and I can’t complain cause it’s no one’s fault. The bedroom was cleaned on time. The only issue was the toiletries wer [... read more]e minimized, but again, I understand. The beaches were beautiful. They had entertainment every night and the two shows that stood out was the Michael Jackson and Grease shows, loved it. I would have no hesitation to go again. Overall very nice

Selectum Family Resort Varadero: Lovely new and clean resort

Beautiful resort except food was not impressive amd the beach was terrible! Nothing but rocks and large hill of sand. Could not even walk on the beach. Very disappointed in that. Service was wonderful.

Occidental Arenas Blancas: Love Varadero

The night life in Varadero was amazing and the people even more amazing. The weather is April was hot everyday. You dont have to get pesos anymore which made it easy The snack ateas on the strip were a lot of fun to eat at at beer was inexpensive. The Beatles bar is a must to go to fir good rick and roll music.

Playa Vista Azul: Disappointment

The resort grounds were nice and the beaches were beautiful. The rooms were disgusting. The blankets were dirty and smelt. The beach towels were being rationed and when I finally got one, it smelt bad, it had obviously not been washed, just dried after someone else had used it. The service was not good, staff constantly asked for tips.

Melia Internacional: One of the Better Resorts in Varadero

We have been to Cuba almost 20 times and we have stayed at many hotels and casa particulars. We feel we appreciate what a 4 or 5 star hotel in Cuba is compared to elsewhere. There is a difference. If you've never been, expect a different quality of food, due largely to the US embargo. But as far as hotels in the area goes, this place is probably one of the better ones. Service was good and overall the hotel was clean. Sensum restaurant was one of the better restaurants for our liking. Overall th [... read more]e vast majority of the staff were very friendly and accomodating. We stayed in the Level which is a slight notch above regular and it comes with a few perks such as access to a slightly quieter area of the beach, a concierge and a few lounges and restaurants. The Level loung is a nice spot for a quick drink or snacks. Two negatives. There is an outdoor restaurant for the Level patrons for breakfast and lunch named Criollo. Although the food and coffee was great, it was the only area that we found the staff to be unfriendly, even grumpy. And, secondly if your room faces the ocean view of the beach it is a spectacular view; however, you will hear loud bar music until about 1am. We like to try new places, but we would not hestitate to go back to the Melia International.

Occidental Arenas Blancas: Perfect location

Really enjoyed the hotel. Staff at front desk was very helpful and efficient. The food was OK considering post pandemic situation. Some rooms were better than others, staff did their best with available supplies. Loved all the staff because of their easy going attitudes. Had a wonderful vacation with my friends...would go back anytime.

Playa Vista Azul: Best resort in Cuba

This is our second stay at Playa Vista Azul. The staff are amazing, the service is top notch! The food is the best in Cuba. There are 2 beautiful beaches. Highly recommend upgrading to privilege you get premium alcohol selection with your own beautiful bar pool side. Better food choices aswell. The resort is very close to Varadero town too. The only con I would say is the beds are on the harder side but after a day of sun and beach we crashed pretty easily.

Sol Palmeras: Not the best resort

Food was not to good hard to eat the meat if you don’t get to the buffet right away all the meat is gone. Pretty much every employee was friendly and really got along with. The beach is absolutely gorgeous more then enough room pool has comfy beds

Playa Vista Azul: So, so

The Azul Vista was a moderate resort. Quite large but needs updating. The very large jacuzzi isn't hot water and not all the jets work. The large swimming pool had a fantastic waterfall but again it doesn't work. It's a kid friendly resort but has no activities for the wee ones. The food at the one Ala carte we went to (Italian) was yummy. The buffet was always plentiful, hot and had many choices. Our room area was large as was our shower. Your ac is controlled by a thermostat that shuts off whe [... read more]never you open your patio door, so always remember to close the door. There is no phone in the rooms, something we found odd. The staff are helpful and courteous. The WIFI was frustrating. It shut off constantly and at times it had to be reconnected by going to the front desk. The sunsets were breath taking. We had 10 glorious days of nothing but sunshine and come dusk the sun sets on the ocean. Just stunning. We took a tour in a classic car with an English speaking tour guide to Havana. I highly recommend taking a day and doing this. We've been many, many times to Havana and no matter how many times we go, we always fall in love again with this historic city.

Roc Barlovento: Alright resort

This resort was tired, like most hotels I have been told in Cuba. Room was clean, beds comfortable but we had a gross, moldy shower curtain. The toilet wouldn't always flush so we had to open the back to pull the chain. The balcony (romeo and juliet style) so no sitting out there. Public washrooms most days no soap to wash hands except in lobby. The restaurant staff were very nice but can't say all bartenders were. Bellhop workers very nice and helpful. Food is okay, mostly same selection e [... read more]veryday at lunch/dinner.

Playa Vista Azul: Needs some updating

The hotel was filled with children. Many were very well behaved. Congrats to those parents however the resort might want to adapt to entertain the kids more. There is honestly nothing for them to do except play in the pool. The beaches aren't the nicest. Too much coral and shells. There are 2 beaches. A smaller and larger one. We didn't like either. It was a very long walk, or short drive to the larger beach and then a precarious set of steps down. No bathroom facilities at the larger beach. Th [... read more]e smaller beach has a bathroom, buffet (very small) and bar. The beach is slanted so your beach chair is always leaning. Not comfy. The sun sets on the beach and is quite spectacular. We had no rain any of the 10 days. The food was pretty good for Cuba. Lots of varieties. The al carte (Italian) was the only one we went to and it was yummy. The bedrooms are lovely. Very large shower, great water pressure and temperature. Your ac is controlled by a thermostat that shuts off whenever you open your patio doors. So remember to always close your door. We booked bungalow 7 and it was close to the buffet and the pool. It's a great set up. All in all it's a resort with possibilities but needs to be fixed and updated. There is a very large jazzuci but the pool people need to turn it on and they need to be reminded..daily!! The jets don't all work and it's not hot water. Also the pool has a fantastic waterfall that again is broken and never worked.

Sol Palmeras: Fantastic family-oriented resort

Re our stay at Sol Palmeras, Apr1 to 8, 2023: My husband, my adult son and I spent a wonderful week at this resort, in one of the convenient bungalows. We have very little to complain about this trip! Staff were friendly and helpful. Most exceptional was the fact that none of the staff harassed us for any money or gifts, which was the case in other resorts. We gave candies to those who served us at the bars and buffet tables. Most were overjoyed to receive this small token of gratitude. We br [... read more]ought with us a few more substantial gifts such as baseball caps (some with logos) or beer can holders and special spice containers, for example, which we gave when extra credit was due. For our maid, we brought a pair of shoes which, miraculously, fit her to a tee! Also, we gave her some hair bands and various lotions, lip balm and lavender spritzer & more. She was so grateful! The bungalow was extremely clean. Linens & towels were changed daily. Huge bottles of clean, pure water were distributed daily, often two at a time. Food at the buffets was plentiful: lots of variety in vegetables (eg pumpkin squash, brussel sprouts), rice and bean dishes, plenty of cheeses (eg blue cheese) and deli meats, lots of freshly baked pizzas at lunch & supper, great assortments of desserts (plus plenty of chocolate & strawberry ice cream & more), various juices and breads. Also, plenty of fresh fruit such as guava, papaya & watermelon presented at nearly every meal, also fresh greens and tomatoes, for supper and lunch. Once, there was smoked salmon served, but that went quick! We only went to one A la Carte restaurant (Chinese, which was ok BTW), as we really enjoyed the buffet food... The coffee was delectable, although only served at breakfast. However, we could get iced coffee at the lounge bar any time of the day... The pool was lovely, but a bit too warm by late afternoon. Lots of water activities (eg aquacises or water sports). My husband was allowed to have his daily swim prior to 9AM which was a real bonus for him and the water was much cooler at 7:30 AM, making his swim so.much more enjoyable. We also enjoyed the fabulous beach and jumped in the huge waves a few times - lots of fun! In addition, we met lovely people from around the world. We did not go on any excursion, didn't feel we needed to as we really needed a restful vacation. Night entertainment was varied, although not 'on a grand scale'. We attended one of the nightly beach parties where several people did some line-dancing - that was fun! There also was a wonderful outdoor buffet on one of the days we were there, lots of chicken and various meats plus calamari, fresh greens etc, all the while being entertained by dancers and Caribbean music. In short, we had a great time!

Starfish Cuatro Palmas: Cuatro Palmas Review

Great location in Varadero Dated rooms that could benefit to be updated Great that it is only adults The lobby bartender - older gentleman is very rude! Food is bland Great room cleaning service !

Memories Jibacoa: Great vacation

Food was good, grounds were well kept, lots of activities, very friendly staff, clean room, nice pool, wonderful beach with amazing view of the mountains right behind it. Would have preferred less smoking around the pool

Paradisus Varadero: Has Potential

Beach and pools were amazing , coffee was great , mixed drinks were limited and not very good , food was same thing everyday with no beef or pork , chicken and fish only protein, a la cartes were same as buffets pre much, toilet paper was available in public washrooms 25 % of the time , hand dryers didn't work and no paper towels to dry your hands , this resort has potential because of the location and grounds being so good

Melia Peninsula Varadero: People are amazing

We stayed for 7 days my friend son have allergies, from the front desk to customer service to chef and kitchen helpers satisfied her needs. We are greatful to all their help. The servers Daniella, Cardinal, Ric, Jennysy, Stephanie are very helpful to us. Chef Santiago done beyond the needs of the kid who have allergy with the help of kitchen supervisor Janet. Our room attendant Katie is funny and very helpful 10 thumbs up to all the staff of the Melia Peninsula Varadero till next time

Roc Arenas Doradas: Family resort well presented for all ages...

Thanx to Tammy B for all the arrangements++..This is a Great resort. Two story guest buildings; well presented, landscaped and maintained grounds. Grand reception area ; coffee bar with out side seating patio; covered but open to the outside lounge area; small bandshell with seating for the well presented evening dance and music reviews & adjacent disco lounge. Pathways with stone work made it easy to move about. Very pretty overall...!!! Meals generally with variety and safely presented. C [... read more]ontrol with staff also clean and safe. Several dining rooms offering "al la carte" options in addition to the main dining room with a marvelous beach front open area option Great pool with swim up bar; great beach with options for skin diving/catamaran sailing/kayak paddle/++ Everyone friendly and helpful. Continuing to rework some of the older buildings but our rooms were modern and recently renovated. We were accompanied by our family in separate rooms including a young child. All was well for everyone. Family resort it is but NOT an issue for all ages to book in!

Royalton Hicacos Resort and Spa: Royalton Hicacos continues to shine

The Royalton has experienced 4 difficult years since our last visit. Years in which COVID reduced tourism to a trickle and Cuba's income was hard hit. Nonetheless the Royalton came through it well and we were delighted to find the Resort little changed. The Grounds were in great shape, the Staff as willing to help as always, our Room the same as ever and the Restaurants well stocked. Some shortages sure but that was to be expected. In short - the Royalton lived up to it's diamond rating. We woul [... read more]d definitely recommend it to our friends and relations.

Paradisus Princesa Del Mar: Bad Experience...

I liked the beaches and the resort lay out, but the food and the house keeping was a disaster...I lost 4 LB during 7 days trip. There was no customer service, bad attitude of staff, even though we were tipping every one of them that talked to us. There were COCKROCHES in the buffet going around the dishes, even we had a big one in our room that had to chase him out. They were not changing the towels daily, leave the same towel wet back on hanger and when we asked for a new one they sent u [... read more]s one that was old and smelt so bad that we air dried ourselves. Always short in the toilet papers, Bed sheets were stained and the plastic cover under the sheets were wrinkled which would make your body ache the whole day. The food was the worst of all, their meat even the chicken was so chewy and tasted so blanc. No Banana, Avocado. even their limited salads or veggies were offered had no sauce. Also, if you were not in the buffet within the first half hour some of the dishes go empty first without being refilled again. The other thing that really was bothersome that there were not enough dishes, we had to look around for 5 min to find a small dish to be able to take food every time. Never been so disappointed from the 50 all inclusive trip that I've been to until now.

Paradisus Princesa Del Mar: Paradisus Princesa Del Mar

The food at the buffet restaurant was vey clean specious and had numerous choices oif proteins, fruits and grains. Our room was large and spacious with a king size bed and very comfortable. Rooms were cleaned every day. 3 bottles of bottled water were provided everyday, and beers for the fridge. The resort grounds were well maintained. The hedges with vibrant blossoms of bright fushia flowers was very appealing. They had musical, dancing entertainment. Music played very d [... read more]ay at the pool. Access to the water was by gradual levels of walking in water, with few steps. There was transportation provided to and from the lobby and beach.