Varadero: Cuba's Beach Resort Peninsula

Varadero is 20km of white sand beach on a peninsula — Cuba's tourism flagship. All-inclusive resorts, turquoise water, beach vacation done right. Different from authentic Cuba, but perfect if beach is your priority.

Location

Matanzas province, 2.5 hours bus from Havana ($10-15). Or taxi/transfer $100-150. Juan Gualberto Gómez Airport for direct international flights.

Beach

20km of continuous white sand. Consistently ranked top Caribbean beaches. Warm, calm, crystal clear water. Resort sections well-maintained.

Resorts

50+ all-inclusive hotels. Meliá, Iberostar,...