Sol Varadero Beach

I had not been to Cuba in over 10 years, the people are still as friendly as I remembered at the hotel and everywhere else as a matter of fact, the beach at Sol Varadero was beautiful, the hotel was very clean, the energy was great, now we had a room right in front of the main pool, that was a big mistake on some nights impossible to sleep early, knowing that the hotel was not a full capacity, they could of given us a better room. The food was fair, we did not get a chance try any of the a la carte restaurants, even if a couple did open during the week we only find out when we saw people eating there, it was the buffet all week, the fruits were very dull and unsweet for the most part, the juices also, the meats were ok. Room was clean, but not sure if it was the AIRAC ventilation system that seems connected in between the rooms, but I think some people smoke in their room, so the air gets distributed in other rooms, so we had to open our patio door regularly to get rid of the smell. Drinks at the bar were very redundant, but overall we had a very good time, we're not picky people, people were friendly for the most part and the entertainers were great, bartenders at the outside bar were very nice, reception was very slow most times for no reasons. [Details]

I have travelled a lot and this was absolutely the best vacation that I've had. Can't wait to go back. There's always something to do…if you like. Can sit and read if you like. Enjoyed having the choices. Food was way better than I had expected. Started every day with stretching and water aerobics on the beach with Grisel and Jaynela. They made me feel so welcome and were smiling every day . Nights can be a bit noisy with entertainment but it's always done at 11.pm so that was acceptable. Great atmosphere . Definitely recommend this place ! [Details]

This resort was brand new and quite small compared to others beside it, but it was absolutely great! The employees were always so nice and helpful, the beach wasn't super packed with people and there weren't lineups everywhere for the buffet and the bar. The only drawback is that there were A LOT of Russians compared to Canadians, and they made the experience a little less enjoyable. They yelled and partied until about 5am and you could hear them clearly from your room. They left 2 days after we arrived and the ambiance was a lot more enjoyable and friendly. Would definitely recommend, and will most likely revisit. [Details]

Plane was delayed 4 hrs. We (4ppl) decided to stay at the hotel instead at the airport and take a taxi later. We had bracelets until 12 am, but Mr. Bighead Sponge Bob, kind of frustrated manager, made a circus (he demanded the participation of security) that we were not "supposed" to be there. We lost 1/2 hr until his own staff at the reception explained the situation. No apologies made, we shall escalate this. [Details]