Melia Varadero

The whole staff is really attentive and friendly. Good food, delicious cocktails, new room, very comfortable and clean, gorgeous beach. The therapists at the wellness center are very professional. just 5 minutes from the golf course. Overall, Melià Varadero is an excellent Hotel.

We stayed at the Melia Varadero in mid January for 9 nights. This was our 5th stay at this resort and we absolutely adore it. We have always stayed on ‘the level’ and think the upgrade is worth the cost. This trip we started off in an ocean view room (5405) and then moved to a level suite (5510). Both rooms were very clean and were kept up daily. We had no issues with hot water or amenities in the room. The level rooms do show their age in some spots, but all rooms are undergoing renovations and the level ones should be completed soon. The level suite was spectacular!! So much space and the views from the room and out on the huge corner terrace were priceless! As always, the staff was marvelous. They are so kind and helpful. Management takes feedback seriously and is always checking in with guests. We were invited to an event for ‘repeat guests’ and it was nice to meet more staff and enjoy a cocktail while listening to a live musician. There are so many staff that made our stay enjoyable, but shout outs to: Toni, Osmany, Dialena, Roberto, Oscar, Boris, Luisito, Abraham, Orlaida, Lea, Idiana, Damaris, Karina, Eva, and more! So many spectacular people at this resort! The food at this resort is really well done, imo. The buffet is vast with lots on offer. The a’la cartes are delicious with great flavors and lots of selection. When you stay on the level, you get an a’la carte for breakfast and lunch in the Tex Mex plus an a’la carte each night from the 4 that are on offer. So many highlights this trip, I can’t name them all, but each venue had something memorable! The resort also has great cocktails and they are willing to craft something for you, if you give them ideas of what you like. New additions since our last stay in 2023: more things for children – a basketball net in the water and more daytime entertainment. There is also a ‘food truck’ concept out by the pool/outdoor entertainment area that had ice cream and milkshakes. In short, we had no issues with food, drinks, water, toilet paper, towels, or electricity! The place is spotless and they are constantly working on upgrades. The renovated rooms are beautiful and I can’t wait to experience one, once the level renovations are completed. We will be back to the Melia Varadero and have no hesitations recommending it to others!

We just got back from our stay at Melia Varadero on The Level-5th Floor, and I can’t say enough about how amazing the staff are; they really go out of their way to make your experience comfortable and enjoyable. Staying on The Level offers some special perks that you won’t find on the other floors, like being able to dine at four different à la carte restaurants each day and enjoying breakfast and lunch at the Tex Mex Restaurant with a stunning ocean view—it's simply the best! You also have access to a private lounge where you can grab a coffee, cocktail, or snack whenever you want. There’s a big flat-screen TV where you can kick back on comfy couches, sip a beer, enjoy a snack, and watch your favorite sports games. The staff are incredibly friendly, making you feel at home, so it’s easy to relax and enjoy your stay. You’ll also get turndown service, so when you come back to your room, you’ll find fresh linens to start your next day off right. There are discounts for massages and golf as well. They’re happy to help plan your outings to make sure you travel safely, and they’ll take care of all your reservations for the à la carte restaurants, golf, massages, and more. Plus, they offer 24-hour room service, and you can request a late check-out if you need it. All you have to do is ask at the front desk on The Level, and they’ll be more than happy to assist with anything you need. A big thank you to Idania and Orlaida at the front desk on The Level Floor, and to Luis, Abraham, and Eva for the tasty cocktails and all of your great sense of humors. It’s thanks to all of you that we keep coming back. ❤️

We had an AMAZING experience. The staff at the hotel are super friendly, helpful and they want you to have a great vacation. For us was even more special because my husband and I got married at the hotel. Claudia was our wedding coordinator and she was so easy to work with and professional, she went over and beyond organizing a beautiful ceremony and reception, I was more than happy with everything and exceeded my expectations. The chef cooked a delicious menu for our wedding, everyone involved were so great and worked very hard to make a great experience for us. We have no words to express our gratitude. Our families had an amazing time and our wedding day was so special and beautiful. We will definitely go back and relive all the wonderful memories. Thank you Claudia and all the staff for making our wedding and vacation so special!

We’ve just returned from this hotel, where we stayed as a family. Overall, everything was great. The hotel is beautiful and spacious, with very well-maintained green grounds and a clean, nice beach. The staff is friendly and makes an effort to please the guests. A big thank you to the receptionists, Julia and Tatiana, who worked hard to make our stay wonderful. What we didn’t like: the "worn-out" and shabby doors in the rooms (they could be updated, after all, it's a 5-star hotel!). Some of the plumbing needs repair or replacement. At the buffet (main restaurant), it would be great to see more variety in the lunch menu, for example, there were no dishes made from minced meat. Everything else was good: plenty of juices, yogurts, and a great breakfast selection. Out of the several "à la carte" restaurants, only the Japanese "Sakura" is worth attention: the chef is a virtuoso and puts on a beautiful fire show. The other restaurants are dull and disappointing, you’d be better off not wasting your time there! But overall, this hotel makes a good impression ;-) We might come back here again!