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Arenas Doradas

4.0 of 5
Autopista Varadero km 17 | Playa de los Tainos, Varadero, Cuba
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We stayed here in January and went back in April, 2012. The hotel is great and the staff is awesome. We made some good friends here. The hotel is clean and the grounds are beautiful. The food is is good. The beach is incredible, the bluest water you have ever seen. We plan to go back again and will not... More

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Hamilton, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

This was my 8th trip to Cuba when due to overbooking at our hotel we were offered a chance to change hotels for the 2nd week of our 2 week visit. Travelling with a friend we decided to take the risk and switch hotels. The Arenas Doradas was a pleasant experience and met or exceeded all our expectations. For the... More

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Halifax, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

I returned from Cuba on May 10th after a 7 day all inclusive trip to Arenas Doradas. Thank you everyone for a wonderful vacation. I do not have one complaint about the hotel or staff, they were all fantastic. This is my 3rd stay at this resort in 18 months and each time I go back things just get better... More

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Toronto, Canada
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Just came back from Cuba, stayed at Arenas Doradas, it was a last minute vacation, price was very right. I have been to Cuba a few times, stayed at many of the different star rated resorts and i know what to expect, as it is Cuba. The food was ok as expected, there was no butter for the first three... More

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Ottawa, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I had a lot of fun at this Hotel !!! Food was Good !!! Buffet very nice !!!The beach was Perfecto ,beautiful ocean water ,the Bar and Restaurant at the Beach very good service and Great Food !!! wiill defenitaly recommend to a Friend and family !!!

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Hamilton, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

I stayed at the Arenas Doradas April 27-May 4. The following is the raw truth based on my experiance. I travelled with no expectations of lavishness or luxury just prayed for relaxation, clean living conditions and edible food. I travelled as a couple with another couple. I stayed in the 200 block of buildings which is a great location directly... More

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Calgary, Canada
2 reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

I have been to the Arenas Doradas on a number of occasions and every time the staff makes it feel as though you never left. I had a wonderful room, the food is getting better all the time as they have a chef brought in from Mexico, and there were a lot of tasty things to eat. I have no... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013 via mobile

From going thru customs to the bus ride to the hotel and check in, it was all smooth and no stress. The food was bland, but with some Hellmans and Heinz the food tasted fine. Always something to eat. The pool snack bar was the choice of the week and the pasta at the buffet was to die for. The... More

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Edmonton, Canada
2 reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

I have been to this hotel 13 times. The most recent was April 18 to 25. The reason that I keep returning to the same place is because of the staff. I also have been to other resorts and none compare to the Roc Arenas Doradas. There are many returning guests. I don't understand the people that say the staff... More

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Toronto, Canada
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3 reviews 3 reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Just was there again April 15 to 19th and AMAZING once again!!!!!! To start with i want to say the staff was outstanding as usual!!! Daniel and Milady at the pool bar should be given 5 stars!!! they are wonderful and amazing and work really hard at making sure everyone is happy!!! By far the best bartenders in Cuba!!! We... More

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Iberostar Varadero
Great value on a similar hotel
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4.5 of 5 stars 2,774 Reviews

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Additional Information about Arenas Doradas

Also Known As:
Arenas Doradas Varadero
Arenas Doradas Cuba
Address: Autopista Varadero km 17 | Playa de los Tainos, Varadero, Cuba
Region: Caribbean > Cuba > Matanzas Province > Varadero
Amenities:
Beach Business Centre Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#12 On the Beach Hotels in Varadero
#19 Top resorts Hotels in Varadero
#22 Luxury Hotels in Varadero
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)

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