Hotel Melia Marina Varadero Matanzas Cuba
Why was Melia Marina Varadero voted #1 by Travelucion clients? Yes, Melia Marina Varadero has kicked off its debut in the number one slot. With just 6 short months under its belt, visitors are returning from this hotel praising its location, staff and newness. Seldom de new hotels in Varadero create such a stir but, Melia Marina Varadero has done just that, its blend of astounding location, millionaire yacht marina feel and sprawling “town like” size, have given this hotel the ultimate Travelucion accolade, #1 Spot.
This is the 26th Melia Hotel in Cuba open to guests in 2013. It feels like the company has invested every last neuron of its experience in Cuba into making this hotel perfect. The best way of describing Melia Marina Varadero is “stupendous”. Melia Marina Varadero incorporates 423 rooms and 126 condo apartments, all with spectacular views over the turquoise Caribbean Sea and, the 1200 berth yacht marina that is part of the Ultra-All-inclusive resort. Melia Marina Varadero has nothing to envy Miami’s Sunset Harbor Yacht Club, Monaco’s Monte Carlo Yacht Marina or any other jet set yacht marina on planet earth.
More like a small village, Melia Marina Varadero boasts a long store lined boardwalk promenade and recreational areas making the hotel feel like a separate part of Varadero, sort of a whole resort within a resort, you could say. But, Melia Marina Varadero is not all buildings and structures; it is part of a carefully protected ecological reserve which covers a total surface area of 40,888 m2 teeming with wildlife, migrating birds, pelicans and tropical marine life.
This All Inclusive five star marina and beach resort, the Melia Marina Varadero, is equipped with all the facilities to combine long stays in the hotel for boat owners, plus, diving and fishing, meetings & events, family vacations, weddings and honeymoons and, a fantastic Spa & Wellness center. It is a complex of hotel accommodations and, separate area of fully equipped apartments both offering great services such as the amazing Kids’ Club, providing a unique vacation experience allied to a true VIP type accommodation in Varadero. It also has a promenade with shops and a marina with 1,200 berths and 13 mooring pontoons.
Continuing the self contained village ambience, Melia Marina Varadero includes an adventure packed Kids’ Club, allowing those families with youngsters to relax while their kids play, discover and research this amazing Caribbean area of the Punta Hicacos peninsula in Varadero. For longer stays, the west Condo complex called “Vistamares” offers studio type apartments and one and two bedrooms, reception and separate independent entrance from the Hotel. A separate pool overlooking the marina and “Night-time fantasy” illumination of the marina areas, bar, comprehensive gym, tennis court, onsite pharmacy, mini market, launderette and free parking.
The Melia Marina Varadero a-la-carte restaurants are astonishing for the price of this hotel. Various areas of the hotel pay homage to Cuba’s rich history, such as the Ernest Hemingway themed room that feels like a library. Then there’s the 1930’s themed French eatery with unique French memorabilia relating to Cuba. Why not try the Japanese or Latino restaurants?
The hotel specializes in groups and hosting events and incentives, and is located in an ecological reserve, covering a total surface area of 40,888 m2within the area of the Gaviota Varadero marina. Its rooms are distributed in a 7 story hotel building and 4 or 5 story condo buildings, all with lifts and overlooking the marina and the Punta Hicacos peninsula. The contemporary design and atmosphere makes allegorical references to the world of sailing and the sea.
The hotel has two lobbies with beautiful views of the marina, pools, bars, restaurants, convention center, wedding gazebo and Spa, plus The Level service and Kids’ Club. The West Condo “Vistamares” area has studio type apartments and one and two bedroom apartments, reception and independent entrance, pool overlooking the marina and “Night-time fantasy” illumination, bar, gym, tennis court, pharmacy, mini market, launderette and parking.
Due to its elegant stature as Cuba’s best hotel, Hotel Melia Marina Varadero is in very high demand and, as such, should be booked in advance. Our booking program allows reservations at Hotel Melia Marina Varadero without down payment or deposit which will guarantee your dates and also allows preferential modifications should your dates change in the future.
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- All major international suppliers of Hotel Melia Marina Varadero
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Our booking process is unique because it shows the best rate from all of these for Hotel Melia Marina Varadero in Varadero Cuba and the types of rooms available. Our Hotel Melia Marina Varadero Varadero rate comparison is an industry first for Cuban Hotels.
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Varadero Casa Particular | Varadero Private Home Stay
A Casa Particular in Varadero or home stay on Varadero Beach or just outside Varadero in Cardenas or the Old Town of Varadero will ensure you experience both the wonders of Varadero’s amazing beaches, immersed in one-on-one contact with your Cuban hosts in the world renowned Caribbean resort. Learn about Varadero from real Cubans, together with true Cuban hospitality. The owners of your casa particular in Varadero speak fluent English and have a profound knowledge of the city and its many sights. Any questions you wish to ask will be answered instantly by the Cuban family you are staying with. Some of our casa particulares also offer meals and drinks, meaning you’ll get to try some authentic Cuban food also. Most Casa owners in Varadero have great contacts for local paladar restaurants who will offer their guests discounts too!
Here is a list of just a few Casa Particulares in Varadero which can be reserved online through us.
- Casa Mary y Angel Varadero
- Benys Bed & Breakfast Varadero
- Casa Enrique y Magda Varadero
- Villa Encanto Casa Varadero
- Casa de los Cosmonautas Varadero
See more Casa Particular in Varadero
Nearest major airport to Varadero Cuba
The closest major airport to Varadero, Cuba is Juan Gualberto Gómez Airport (VRA / MUVR). This airport is 32 km from the center of Varadero, Cuba.
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Varadero Cell Phone Cubacel | Mobile Phone use in Varadero Cuba
Varadero Cuba Mobile phone network coverage is very good these days. Some areas of Varadero, including Cayo Blanco and Cardenas, may offer limited coverage but overall it’s good. Unless you use a US mobile operator it’s more than likely that you will be able to use roaming in Varadero but this can be expensive. Staying connected in Cuba at a better rate will mean obtaining a Cuba SIM Card throughout your stay. Using cell phones in Cuba and Varadero is then much like anywhere else in the world where you can purchase Cubacel prepaid SIM card and use this anywhere in Cuba. You can purchase these prepaid Cuba SIM cards at the offices below and also recharge the phone with credit at these locations. Also, many hotels and stores in Varadero offer prepaid recharge cards should you need to do this on the go. If you have a credit card there are often Cubacel double recharge offers but to obtain these you will need to go on the internet as they are never available directly at Cubacel Offices in Varadero Cuba.
GPRS, Mobile Internet & 3G connections can also be used in Varadero Cuba. Cuba offers mobile internet to cell phone users with almost 100% national coverage but, this is more expensive than you are accustomed to and the network can be slower in Varadero Cuba than other countries.
If you decide to take your own mobile phone to Varadero Cuba, please be aware that it will need to be unlocked and operate on the 900 to 1800 MHz GSM frequency. Almost all mobile phones produced since 2005 are quad band and as such will work but, please check your owner manual to avoid disappointment.
Matanzas Main Office
Milanés e/. Jovellanos y Ayuntamiento, Ciudad de Matanzas.
Matanzas & Varadero Cell phone Recharge & Mobile Centers
Cárdenas – Calle Céspedes e/ Coronel Verdugo e Industria, Cárdenas From Monday to Saturday 8:30AM to 4:00PM
Matanzas – Calle Milanés, entre Ayuntamiento y Jovellanos From Monday to Friday 8:30AM a 4:00PM y Saturday from 8:30AM to 11:30AM
Varadero – Edificio Marbella, Calle 42 y 1ra Avenida From Monday to Saturday 8:30AM to 4:00PM
Car Rental Varadero Cuba | Rent a Car Varadero Cuba
Take charge of your visit to Varadero Cuba and rent a car. We have some unbelievable Varadero Car rental offers from economic cars to the latest sport convertible models. Especially for larger groups or families, we also offer 7 and 9 seat minivans in Varadero Cuba. Booking your Cuba Car Hire ahead of time is crucial to your trip and, by checking our prices and availability you’ll be able to find the car to suit your budget and ensure it is ready and prepared on the exact day and time you choose.
Book your car rental in Varadero with Havanautos, CubaCAR, REX or Via Rent a Car now to avoid setbacks or preventable unplanned costs while you’re in Cuba.
Our special Cuba-One-Way® program also accommodates those of you who wish to collect your Cuban Car Hire in say Varadero and return it in another city, guaranteeing that your exact itinerary commencing from Varadero is organized in advance.
Alternatively take a look at our “one-price” offer, called our FlexiDrive® Road Trip program. The package includes both a rental car and hotel voucher to visit any hotel across Cuba within the program, drive at your own pace, without making forward bookings of more than 24 hours in advance and ensuring absolute freedom to discover our beautiful country. The FlexiDrive® package is available from 7 to 30 days, you decide the duration!
Flights to Varadero Cuba | Varadero Flights
Are you looking for cheap flights to Varadero Cuba? Immediate confirmation of your flights to Varadero Cuba is just 2 clicks away. We also offer a price comparison of all available airlines to Cuba and Varadero to allow you to get the best flight deals to Cuba right now. Our Cuba flight checker is free and can help you plan your vacation budget.
Once you have booked your flight to Varadero Cuba, you can conveniently book your hotel, car rental or any other service on this one website, we are also available on our chat system should you need any personal help with your travel to Cuba or to coordinate your whole trip to Varadero. We also offer VIP arrival services, airport transfers and much more, just ask us on our chat system and well coordinate your whole trip for you!