A cozy hotel within a great resort!The Occidental Arenas Blancas hotel is part of the Varadero Resort by Barcelo complex and is located on the beachfront of Varadero, Cubas most famous tourist destination, and is also very close to Varaderos city center, just 100 meters away.Its cozy rooms exude the characteristic joy of Cuba, decorated with bright colors to infect its visitors with all the tradition and warmth of the Caribbean.This exclusive resort, surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens, offers a large number of restaurants and bars, 3 swimming pools, day and night entertainment and a wide variety of sports and activities.All areas of the hotel offer free Wi-Fi.Diving enthusiasts will find here a sanctuary full of fascinatingly colorful marine fauna and flora, but you can also practice all kinds of water sports such as snorkeling, canoeing, kayaking or windsurfing. This modern and exclusive hotel has everything you need to rest and enjoy intense days of sun and sea. In addition, the excellent Barcelo All Inclusive program will allow guests to enjoy all the resorts services and activities. The Occidental Arenas Blancas represents the magic and charm of this island paradise in the middle of the ocean, with everything necessary for an unforgettable vacation.DISTANCES: Varadero Airport 28 km awayVaradero Golf Course 4 km awayGASTRONOMY:The hotels restaurants and bars include a varied gastronomic offer of local and international dishes designed to satisfy the palate of all guests.ACTIVITIES: Different sports can be practiced within the establishment, since it has facilities for that purpose and, to top it off, diving enthusiasts will have the opportunity to live a unique experience in this Caribbean paradise by the sea. For those who wish to play golf, the hotel is only 1.5 km away from the Varadero golf course (for a fee).HEALTHAndBEAUTY: The Barcelo Solymar Arenas Blancas resort has complete facilities to take care of body and mind, such as a wonderful sauna, whose benefits are known worldwide. In addition, an extensive massage service is offered (with charge).The beauty salon, open from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. (9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.), provides guests with all kinds of services, including hairdressing. A fully equipped fitness center also offers personal trainer services and is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).POOLAndANIMATION: A spectacular pool area with 3 outdoor pools, an integrated childrens pool and 2 whirlpools. Each pool has a bar, umbrella areas and sun loungers with towel service.The hotel offers daytime entertainment in the pool area and the games room. At night you can enjoy shows at the Solymar disco-bar and in the outdoor pool area, and guests have access to the Havana Club disco at Allegro Palma Real from 11 pm to 3 am (additional cost to the All Inclusive service). Children will have a great time playing in the pool, the mini-club (9:00 am - 5:00 pm) or the playground.Wi-Fi service is available in this area (charged at 1 cuc per hour).What does the All Inclusive include? - Gastronomy and beverages:- Unlimited breakfast, lunch and dinner at the Solymar and Arenas Blancas buffet restaurants.- Lunch and snacks at the Solymar and Arenas Blancas Ranchones- Snacks at the Solymar and Arenas Blancas main swimming pools- Drinks at the 9 bars of the resort- 2 dinners for every 7 nights stay to choose from a la carte restaurants: Spanish, Italian, fish, Mexican, Asian and Cuban.- Reservations and formal attire required- Additional reservations subject to availability- Domestic beverages and a selection of international beverages in both bars and restaurantsFacilities and sports:- 3 outdoor swimming pools - 2 whirlpool baths which are located in the main Solymar pool - An integrated childrens pool - Mini-club (4-12 years) - Games room - Playground - Daytime and evening animation program for children and adults - Sports at the hotel: 2 tennis courts and a multi-sports court, basketball, volleyball, billiards, table tennis, giant chess, darts, shuffleboard, petanque field, aerobics, gymnastics, dance classes, water polo, waterbasket and water aerobics- Introductory diving course in the pool - Non-motorized water sports (catamaran, kayak, snorkeling, water bike, trampoline on the beach...) - Fitness center - Sauna - Car parkRoom services:- Digital safe - Minibar with daily replenishment of bottled water, soft drinks and domestic beer.Services not included:- Medical services at the hotel from 09:00 to 17:00 hrs. from Monday to Saturday - Varadero International Clinic at 800 m - Romantic breakfast - Romantic dinner - Premium drinks - Premium Minibar - Currency exchange (exchange house 24 hrs.) - Internet Wi-Fi 24 hrs. in the Solymar lobby - Telephone and fax services 24 hrs. at the reception - Post office - Internet room open 24 hrs. - Babysitting services - Hairdresser - Mini supermarket - Boutique - Shops and handicrafts - Photographer - Night clubs in the area - Shopping center in the area - And all those services not indicated in the Barcelo All Inclusive Program.What are the check-in and check-out hours at Occidental Arenas Blancas? - The check-in time at Occidental Arenas Blancas is from 4:00 PM, but you can check in after 9:00 AM, while the check-out time is at 12:00 AM. The client can use the hotel until 4:00 PM, if he-she wishes, he-she can pay late check out.What are the parking options offered by Occidental Arenas Blancas? - The Occidental Arenas Blancas offers on-site parking, free of charge.Is the Occidental Arenas Blancas a handicapped-accessible hotel?- Yes, the Occidental Arenas Blancas is a handicapped-accessible hotel.Is Occidental Arenas Blancas a pet friendly hotel that allows pets? - No, Occidental Arenas Blancas does not allow the accommodation of clients with their pets.Does Occidental Arenas Blancas have room service? - The Occidental Arenas Blancas does not have room service.