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Hotel Occidental Arenas Blancas (Varadero, Cuba)

Hotel Occidental Arenas Blancas (Varadero, Cuba)

About Occidental Arenas Blancas

Set on the Hicacos Peninsula, the Occidental Arenas Blancas boasts bedrooms with floor to ceiling windows which offer breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico. In-room amenities include satellite television, a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can upgrade to a suite or bungalow to benefit from extended living space. Guests staying at the Occidental Arenas Blancas can take a dip in one of the three pools, or visit the salon for a beauty treatment. There is a fully equipped fitness centre here too. There are several buffet options available here, along with a selection of a la carte restaurants - including Cuban, Spanish and Italian cuisine. A variety of excursions are available, including visits to the Varadero Museum and the Punta de Hicacos National Park. A variety of scuba diving packages are also available.

Top amenities

  • WiFi in lobby
  • Free WiFi(Unavailable)
  • Pool
  • Spa(Unavailable)
  • Parking
  • Pets(Unavailable)
  • A/C
  • Restaurant
  • Hotel bar
  • Gym

Rating overview

  • LocationVery good  8.4 / 10
  • RoomsNot rated yet
  • ServiceFair  7.2 / 10

Positive Reviews

positive:

A plethora of amenities

Guests who've stayed here like that they are able to use the facilities at another nearby hotel. This meant double the choice for bars, restaurants and swimming pools. Guests felt that this variety of amenities would entice them to return.

positive:

Service with a smile

Staff here are said to be friendly, helpful and personable. Service is always with a smile, and nothing seems to be too much trouble. The front desk staff in particular have been described as being welcoming and efficient.

positive:

Beautiful beach is a hit

Guests love the beach here. Golden sand and turquoise water shows why Cuba is renowned for it's beautiful shores. Guests can partake in a variety of water sports under the watch of a lifeguard, including snorkelling and diving.


Negative Reviews

negative:

Unreliable air-conditioning

Guests have complained that the air conditioning in this hotel is inefficient and unreliable - these guests mentioned the dining room in particular as being very hot and stuffy. This has been fed back to hotel management.

negative:

Modernisation required

The decor here is said to be outdated and in need of updating. Guests also noticed that furniture was old and worn. These guests felt like modernisations would bring this hotel in line with other accommodations in the area.

negative:

Unexciting dining

Guests feel that food in the main buffet restaurant is bland to taste, and lacks variety. Some guests commented that the same dishes were served day in, day out. Guests were disappointed that there is a twice a week limit to eat in the a la carte restaurants, with some of these guests choosing to eat outside of the hotel, despite staying on an all-inclusive board basis.


All amenities

Wellness / Spa
  1. Beauty salon
  2. Massage
  3. Sauna
  4. Hot tub
Property amenities
  1. Entrance hall/lobby
  2. Lift
  3. Gym
  4. Hairdresser
For children
  1. Cot
  2. Childcare
  3. Playground
  4. Kids' club
Accessibility
  1. Wheelchair accessible
Room amenities
  1. Bathtub (upon inquiry)
  2. Shower
  3. Ironing board
  4. Openable windows
Sports facilities
  1. Volleyball
  2. Shooting sports
  3. Surfing
  4. Tennis court
Food and beverage
  1. All inclusive (upon inquiry)

Arrival / Departure

  1. Check in: 16:00
  2. Check out: 12:00

Contact

Calle 64 1ra Avenida y Autopista , 57210 , Varadero , Cuba
Telephone: (1829) 946-9130 | Fax: +53(45)611830

Frequently Asked Questions about Occidental Arenas Blancas

  • Is there a pool area at Occidental Arenas Blancas?

    Yes, Occidental Arenas Blancas offers 2 pool areas.

  • Are pets allowed at Occidental Arenas Blancas?

    No, Occidental Arenas Blancas doesn’t allow pets.

  • Is parking available at Occidental Arenas Blancas?

    Yes, Occidental Arenas Blancas provides Parking for guests.

  • What time is check-in and check-out at Occidental Arenas Blancas?

    Check-in at Occidental Arenas Blancas is available from: . Check-out time is by .

  • Where is Occidental Arenas Blancas located?

    Occidental Arenas Blancas is located in Calle 64 1ra Avenida y Autopista, 57210, Varadero, Cuba.