One of the grand dames of Varadero, this well-established resort boasts wonderful mature grounds and loads of personality and character. A Cuban classic.

“The Melia Varadero has a lovely feel to it with its lush, tropical surroundings, secluded beach, relaxed ambiance and impressive marble-accented lobby. The food is great – check out the buffet – and the staff are extremely friendly and accommodating. I loved the piano bar!”

— Kim Pettis, Manager, Maritime Travel, Sunnyside Mall, Bedford, NS

Accommodations: 440 rooms in a unique five-storey building complete with glass elevators overlooking the lobby’s inner garden Standard guest Room: Air-conditioning, 1 king-size bed or 2 single beds, full bathroom, hairdryer, satellite television, telephone, radio, mini-fridge, safe, balcony, in-room coffeemaker What's included: Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, 4 a la carte restaurants (seafood, Creole,

International, steakhouse), a la carte lunch and dinner (reservations required for dinner), wine with meals, 24-hour snacks, unlimited local drinks and selected international drinks, daily activities program, nightly entertainment, selected water sports (subject to availability, reservations required), introductory scuba-diving lesson at the pool, lounge chairs, towels (pool/beach, exercise room, catamaran, kayaking pedal boat snorkeling, tennis, bicycles, basketball, volleyball, aerobics, ping-pong.

Little extras ($): Massage, beauty salon, 24-hour room service For the little ones: Wading pool, babysitting ($) Good to know: Honeymoon package available, please inquire

An Inside Look Request a corner room – they boast extra-large balconies.