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Hotel Riu Varadero

4.5 of 5
Caradero Cuba, Varadero, Cuba
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Hotel Riu Varadero
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Ranked #22 of 56 hotels in Varadero
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013
Debbie D Stromness, United Kingdom
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Stromness, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Juleisy Hernández Bedevia loves her boyfriend Marty Flanagan!!!! A message to be read please for someone working at the hotel in love!! Had a great stay at this hotel. Many compliments to the bar, waiter staff and the pianist that played each evening.

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Ottawa, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

My girlfriend and I stayed here early June 2013. We have stayed at a number of Riu properties before and were very satisfied with the services and amenities they provided us with. This property is not up to the five star standard we are used to seeing with Riu. First of all the pictures of the hotel do not show... More

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Val des monts
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

was there with my daughter and her family, my sister and her family, had a great time, the food was fair( no spices there ) but for the rest everything was great, large pool, spa. exercise class , the staff were polite , helpfull very accomodating. the week just flew by, it was already time to come back to the... More

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Toronto, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

This was my second time to Cuba. The first time I stayed in Santa Lucia, Camuguey. This resort was really great. The lobby was nice and the rooms were great. The pools were wonderful, there was a quiet pool and an activity pool. The staff was really nice and friendly, the shows were great, and I did not feel pressured... More

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Grimsby, Canada
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

My daughter and I just recently spent a week here from the 27 of May to the 2nd of June 2013....by far not a 5 star resort. I have been to cayo cocoa and santa clara and would go back to there again. The food was oh soo Cuban, what can I say...grin and bare it. The room was ok,,,... More

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Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

After Arriving after a long flight we had to wait 1.30mins for our cases to arrive. We were tired and just wanted to dress down in shorts and t-shirts, The reception desk were not helpful at all and the customer service was nil. When our luggage finally came the porter accused me of not putting the Hotel label on, I... More

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toronto
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

I have travelled extensively to many Riu's through out the Caribbean and this Riu is just not up to the standards of the other 5 star Riu's . While the resort is good it could be much better. The staff are great and try really hard. The food is average at best! Same for the drinks! The beach is great...but... More

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West Yorkshire England
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

Stayed last 2 weeks of May 2013, all inclusive in the deluxe section of the RIU Varadero. 2 Adults early 40’s This is the 1st time we have been to Cuba and the 1st time we have stayed at any RIU resort On arrival, we were taken by golf cart to the deluxe section check in, where we were offered... More

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Aurora, Ontario, Canada
1 review
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

I went to the Riu in the middle of May 2013. It's a beautiful resort, and yes, it is quite big, but everything is laid out very well. You can walk from one end to the other in 10-15 minutes. I thought the service was okay. During our stay they were at 80% capacity and at busy times you'd be... More

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Toronto, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

My boyfriend and I stayed at the Riu two weeks ago. As it is fairly new, the hotel was fairly modern. It was our first time in Cuba and we had heard alot about the food, etc. PRO's - Huge pool (be sure to visit the relaxation pool too - it always seemed to be half empty) - The A/C... More

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Iberostar Varadero
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Varadero, Matanzas Province
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  • Beach towels(88)
  • Snack bar(88)
  • Very good(46)
  • Very nice(33)
  • Pool area(29)
  • Main buffet(28)
  • Great time(25)
  • Bad reviews(25)
  • First day(21)
  • Rooms are clean(17)

Additional Information about Hotel Riu Varadero

Address: Caradero Cuba, Varadero, Cuba
Region: Caribbean > Cuba > Matanzas Province > Varadero
Amenities:
Fitness Centre Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #22 of 56 hotels in Varadero
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)

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