When I read the reviews for this hotel I was a little apprehensive about booking my trip, but for the price we paid I decided to take my chances and I have to say I am extremely happy I did. The hotel is old , if the rooms and furniture were updated this hotel would be prefect. The food was... More

I am a single women and traveled by myself.I was a little concerned about safety. I came for some rest and relaxation and this is exactly what I got.I felt safe the whole time i was there. The staff was friendly and helpful. The food was lovely...fresh fruit everyday, pasta bar, fish and lots of other choices.Believe me i did... More

I traveled with my mother and sister - it was an all girl's trip. We weren't sure about staying at Arenas Doradas given some of the reviews but we were on a budget. Overally, the vacation was absolutely amazing for the price. The beach and pool are above par (I've stayed at the Sandals in Cuba and it was just... More

We stayed at the Resort from April 30th to May 7th 2012. It is our 2nd time in 8 months. I love Arenas Doradas, granted the rooms could be upgraded, but my room 819 I would love to stay in again. The food is what it is, I always had a great breakfast, it's the most important meal of the... More

I've traveled to this hotel with my husband. The hotel was ok,but we were not satisfied with our room ( AC was so noisy that we asked for another room, there were ants at night all over my arms, the AC in a new room was not working properly, the room looked old fashioned and the color of the walls... More

Overall if you never been to Cuba, but already visited Dominican Rep. or Mexico – you should be ready for a major downgrade. On average 4 stars in Mexico is better then 4.5 stars in Dominican Rep. and Dominican Rep.’s 4 stars is better then Cuba’s 5 stars. Rooms: Are ok but… Some things are always missing, broken or not... More

Bad food and bad accomodation, poisened by the food me and my husband for that reason we never went back to Cuba. If you want to go to cuba, make a trip around the country and stay with the people. More

Listen, everyone has there own opinion but i think sometimes ppl want the Ritz when they go to Cuba and thats just not gonna happen. This Hotel is absolutely beautiful! I have been to Cuba over 20 times and have stayed at most of the hotels in Varadero. This last time april 10 to 17, 2012 there was 5 of... More

Stayed at Arenas Dorades from April 9 to 16. Lots of food selection at the buffet, the beach BBQ was awesome for lunch. Fantastic grounds with a great pool. Rooms were large and very clean. This is my 5th trip to Cuba and would go back to this hotel for sure. Large beautiful grounds which were well manicured. Fantastic service... More