When Cuba was first discovered, explorers would have never returned home had they discovered Hotel Barcelo Solymar first. And you may never go home either!

Be prepared to be pampered as never before! The world's finest beaches featuring pure white sand, turquoise ocean and the smiling faces of the staff of the Barcelo Solymar await you.

Solymar's privileged waterfront situation, on the best strip of the white sandy beach (view map), its beautiful gardens and hundreds of palms beautifying its grounds, make it the perfect place for an unforgettable vacation.

As a first rate All-inclusive resort for travelers who love exquisiteness, comfort and exclusivity, they put a range of options at your disposal. For those who prefer a fresh water swim in a marine environment, the hotel has two pools surrounded by beautiful Cuban tropical gardens. And if you happen to enjoy outdoor activities, you can choose from golf, windsurfing, sailing, diving, fishing and horseback riding. Enjoy a nice meal or a drink at any of the different restaurants with live music, the four bars or three snack bars that are everyone’s delight. Also, every day, the entertainment crew offers parties and nightly shows to liven up the days you spend at Barcelo Solymar.

Location

On the best stretch of Varadero beach, Cuba's main tourist center, it is just a 5 minute walk from the town and Shopping center, 25 minutes from Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport and only 2 hours from Havana. (view map)

Meal Plan

All inclusive. All meals and beverages both alcoholic and non-alcoholic are included.

Accommodation

525 rooms in one 4-storey building and 2-storey bungalows. Air conditioning, full bathroom with hairdryer, telephone, mini bar, in-room safe, coffee/tea maker, satellite TV, radio, balcony or terrace.

Catering

2 buffet restaurants, 3 a la carte restaurants (Italian, Cuban & Seafood), 6 bars including beach bar and 2 snack bars that serve snacks throughout the day. Reservation and dress code are required for the 3 a la carte restaurants. Lobster is offered at the Seafood restaurant.

Sports & Leisure

Fitness center. massage services, 2 outdoor swimming pools surrounded by tropical gardens, 1 children's pool, 2 Jacuzzis, sauna, 2 tennis courts, volleyball, basketball, aerobics, dance classes, beach volleyball, water aerobics, water basketball, water polo, giant chess, shuffle board, recreation room with billiards and darts, kids playground, awesome day and night entertainment programs including a nightly show by the Solymar dancers, great selection of motorless aquatic sports - windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, catamaran - bikes and carbine shooting (fee). And, for activities outside the resort, you can enjoy horseback riding, renting a scooter, golf, dolphin show with interactive swim with the dolphins, scuba diving, skydiving, fishing and many others.

Other Services

Hair salon, souvenirs and jewelry shop. mini market, currency exchange, tours & excursions desk, car rental, medical services, internet cafe, wireless internet in lobby and taxi services.

Some of the photos used here are courtesy of DTCuba.com