Royalton Hicacos

Me and my fiance had a very good time at the resort this week, and would definitely recommend this Resort despite what some people are saying. Food: Even taking into account the situation in this country at the time, there wasn’t a day where we felt that something was missing, or lacking in flavor. Dishes at the restaurants are well prepared, and there’s plenty of variety at the buffet ( even though you’ll find the same things everyday, there’s always the seasonal veggies&fruits that change: Service at the buffet was also very friendly, and at no point we felt that they were fishing for tips, and even though we know they’re greatly appreciated, at no point we felt that they were being forced on us. All the other restaurants had very attentive staff as well! We stayed in one of the renovated rooms close to the entrance and felt that it had the desired amenities, from a mini bar which is stocked daily, wine and bottles of water. The AC did the job and was working great, keeping the room cool. The only minor complaint is the shower head, that is stuck to the wall, but that’s personal preference. The staff was very friendly no matter where we went, so I can’t understand how some complain that they are not. Wifi is available everywhere albeit with slower speeds the further you are from the lobby. We had wifi in our rooms, at the beach and in all restaurants. Sometimes you disconnect, sometimes it’s slower but taking into account how wifi is in cuba, it worked well! Overall we’d recommend this hotel to anyone wanting a very good resort in Cuba, that rarely if ever has something amiss.

Me and my wife had the pleasure of staying here this past week and we both had an INCREDIBLE time! The entire resort was amazing from the beach to the star staff working there. Everyone was so nice! We had the honor of having two great butlers (Carlos & David) an amazing server (Julio) and a fantastic maid (Ali). They made our trip so much better than it already was so I genuinely thank you for your services you provided with a smile. The entire resort was phenomenal and felt like home the moment we got there. It was only steps away from the beach and the pool. At the end of our stay we didnt want to leave! Tons of fun things to do both on site and off we had a blast. We will definitely be back to see more of Cuba and Varadero and we are both excited to see these amazing people again. 🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯

A Hidden Gem – Forget the Cuba Stereotypes! I stayed at Royalton Hicacos Varadero in January 2023 and felt the need to share, especially after hearing so many negative Cuba stories from others. This resort completely changed my view — the food was incredible especially if you’re a seafood lover like me (lots of shrimp, grilled lobster, and fish), the service was excellent, and the upgraded rooms were modern and spotless. Really nice evening shows daily. Our Diamond Club (a must in my opinion) package included a catamaran snorkelling trip, dolphin encounter, and a day island visit, with more food and drinks. There’s also an excursion desk for trips to Havana. If you’re looking for an adults-only spot in Varadero, this is it. Highly recommend!