Main resort: Pool with children’s section, fitness centre, spa*, tennis courts, jogging trail, bicycle hire*, volleyball and beach volleyball, archery*, non-motorised water sports, dive school*, baby and kids’ club
Royal Service: pool, in-room spa treatments*
Family Concierge: adults-only pool, 2 kids’ pools, games room, baby club
Restaurants & bars
Children's club
The resort features a baby club for 1-4 year olds, open 9am-5pm; a mini club for 5-12 year olds, open 10am-5pm; and a hobby club for teenagers, open 9am-11pm.
For Children
What’s nearby? This hotel is set on a crescent of Varadero beach within the Varahicacos Ecological Reserve, which is ideal territory for wildlife spotting. Most of the activity lies in the other direction, though – out on the water – and you can practise scuba diving with a free introductory lesson in the hotel’s pool, then head out on offshore dives. There’s an organised trip almost every day.
Tried and tested Although it’s not essential, we’d recommend upgrading to the Family Concierge service. As well as access to exclusive areas and a welcome beach kit with a backpack, cap, sun cream and an inflatable, there are some really nice little extras – like a turn-down service that’s tailored to kids, with milk and cookies served at bedtime. You also get personalised service from the family concierge, who'll help you get the most from your holiday.
The sleeping arrangements We’d recommend the Family Concierge Junior Suites – they’re in the Family Concierge area of the resort, which means you get private check-in and check-out in the Family Lounge, use of the family concierge to plan your stay, as well as lots of extras. These have a kingsize bed or twin beds, and you can add an extra bed or cot if you need to. For an added dose of luxury, book a Family Concierge Junior Swim-Up Suite. As the name suggests, these have direct access to the pool from their terrace.
Diving
One immersion dive is included each day from Monday to Saturday. This includes equipment, boat (reservations required and subject to availability). Personalised service for beginners and certified divers is provided. Introductory dive lessons are held in the swimming pool every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9.30am to 1pm. Clients with an international scuba diving licence must show it while booking the service at the hotel's scuba diving centre.
*Denotes local charge