Varadero is Cuba’s most popular beach resort and is the largest holiday resort in the Caribbean. The resort lies along the northern coast of the island, with 20km of golden beaches, beautiful ocean views, palm trees and superb caves to explore. It is a must for outdoor sports enthusiasts with easy access to snorkelling, diving, and golf.

Soak up this paradise resort by relaxing on the powdery beaches which offer views of the crystal blue sea. Dive into Varadero's calm waters or try snorkelling or scuba diving to see the reef up close. See Saturno Caves and take a dip in their turquoise blue pools, or head to Coral Beach where you can snorkel and see a variety of tropical fish and beautiful coral gardens. Visit the peaceful Parque Josone where tourists come to paddle on rowboats and relax under the palm trees. Meet the dolphins at Delfinario or for a change of pace, visit Varadero Ecological Park to see native wildlife and ancient remains. If you’d like to hit the shops, the Plaza American Convention Centre is where it is at, or visit the Varadero street markets where you'll find unique souvenirs and antiques.

Varadero is a relaxing haven for families, honeymoon couples and groups. The strip is lined with all inclusive hotels and self-catering villas so there is something to cater for your every need.

Varadero Highlights

🧡 Relax on Varadero Beach

🧡 Jump into Vara Cave Diving 

🧡 Stroll in Josone Park

🧡 Go scuba diving on Coral Beach

Local Info

Airport

Juan Gualberto Gomez Airport (VRA) is 52KM away, while Jose Mari International Havana is 148km away.

Currency

The Cuban Peso is the currency used in Varadero.  

Time Difference

Varadero is 5 hours behind Irish time and uses Cuba daylight time (GMT-4).

Weather

The climate in Varadero is tropical. The summers are rainier than the winters. The average temperatures are 25°C and can hit 30°C in the summer months which make Varadero a great all-year round holiday destination.