Royalton Hicacos Varadero Resort & SpavsIberostar Selection Varadero
Both properties are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Royalton Hicacos Varadero Resort & Spa scores significantly better than Iberostar Varadero. Royalton Hicacos Varadero Resort & Spa comes in at 93 with positive reviews from 3 publications including Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Oyster.
Royalton Hicacos Varadero Resort & Spa
 Fodor's
 Oyster
 Lonely Planet
Carretera Las Morlas KM 15, Punta Hicacos, Varadero, Cuba 
From $221/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 - Restaurant
 - Pool
 
 "Varadero's reigning luxury resort for adults creates an aura of castaway-island seclusion, amid swaying Royal palms, tropical gardens and an unequaled beachfront that's dotted with thatch-roofed shelters." Full review
Luxury
 "This 404-room luxury all-inclusive resort is easily one of
the best in Varadero, and arguably the best adult-only option." Full review
Top choice
 "One of the most appealing resorts on the end-point of the peninsula, with vast ranchón-style public areas and babbling water features lending a mellifluous air." Full review
Iberostar Selection Varadero
 Fodor's
Crta Las Morlas km 16, Sector Punta Hicacos, Varadero, Cuba
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 - Restaurant
 
 "This top-of-the-line, rather grandiose resort has an impressive pool with dramatically eclectic design elements, including domed temples on islets, connected by Venetian bridges." Full review