We spent a two week all-inclusive stay at Blau from 16th May 2012 during which we arranged ourselves 3nights in Havanna. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Blau with it's beautiful beach a very short pleasant walk through the lovely gardens. We found the pool area very nice but would agree the area could be kept cleaner although the... More

Two things you have to keep in mind when you visit Cuba:- Firstly, it is a third world country. Secondly, tourism is being fast tracked to become Cuba's main source of income. So keeping this in mind, how does the Blau Varadero fare? The building may look rather square and high from the outside but inside it is very pleasing... More

I have been to the Blau several times, but that doesn't make me unique. The Blau has so many repeat guests they have discontinued their "repeat customer special dinner." They don't have acommodation large enough to facilitate such a dinner. It is rare to open a conversation with anyone on the property and find someone who has not been there... More

stayed at the blau for 2 weeks the hotel is good all the staff are friendly and helpful even if you don't tip them. the food at the hotel is ok but gets boring after 2 weeks the al a carte restaurants aren't great either. the shows the hotel put on are boring once you've seen 1 you seen them... More

Just back from two weeks in cuba three nights in havana then to blau for a relaxing beach break. The hotel is large and we never felt crowded, always somewhere to sit and chill with a drink. Bar staff are all friendly and willing, although tipping does get a little better service. My husband normally runs out of things to... More

After months of reading trip advisor reviews we decided to choose this hotel for our wedding. From the moment we arrived it was fantastic. The food was delicious,no dodgy tummys. The beach.... wow it's breathtaking. Our wedding day was better than I could have ever dreamed. We met some amazing life long friends. We are now planning our return visit.... More

We stayed at this hotel in May 2012. Overall the hotel is average, I have listed the pro and cons below: Pro's: Rooms a good size Beach Is really nice Food is good View from front of hotel is better than rooms at back Con's The place is filthy in certain areas Lifts are horrendous ( we actually got stuck... More

we visited Varadero in Cuba in January for 2 week me and my partner and i would definatly recommend this hotel. Check in was friendly, quick and very helpful. the main lobby area was amazing and very grand with view right out to the back of the hotel to the sea. The bedrooms are of a good size and what... More

Stayed at the Blau for 2 weeks from 13th April till 27th April had a brilliant holiday . It was our 2nd time there we stayed at the Blau in Nov 2010.This is a unique hotel you will be impressed as soon as you walk through the door.The staff are so friendly and helpful quite a few of them remembered... More