Varadero Bahia Principe Varadero The beaches are beautiful; however, there is a rip tide near the rocks on either side of the beach, with no warning-signs. It is definitely not safe for children or elderly, especially people that are not strong swimmers. This hotel had very poor quality service, very few employees spoke English, and when we had problems they had very poor customer service skills. We traveled there with low expectations, and found that they were not low enough. The food was very poor; we assumed that the service would make up for it. If you tip the maids they will make nice towel sculptures for you the next morning, and sometimes leave more water for you in your fridge. The safe is 30 dollars a week to rent and laundry says it is free, but it is not. Make sure you go to the pool area to get towels right away at 8:30 am or you will not get a towel. If you are going to do a tour, bring toys for kids in the poor towns, do not give to people in hotel area, they are not appreciative. We definitely do not recommend this hotel; we do have serious safety concerns with the rip tide at the beach, and the dodgy elevator. If you have to go be careful! It is 50/50 that you will have a good trip. Good Luck!!! Adam and Laura, from Vancouver, BC
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