Sanctuary at Grand Memories Varadero4.0
Varadero, Cuba|
Good
|Adults only (18+)3.6
|1000+ Reviews
Beach
4.4/5
Excellent
Room
3.1/5
Entertainment
2.7/5
Dining
2.9/5
Pool
2.3/5
Service
3.1/5













Based on 1000+ Reviews
Beach
4.4/5 Excellent
Room
3.1/5
Entertainment
2.7/5
Dining
2.9/5
Pool
2.3/5
Service
3.1/5
Adults only
- Top-rated adults only resorts with a high repeat guest rate
- Thoughtful amenities and experiences tailored exclusively to adults
- Exquisite à la carte restaurants, bars and stylish facilities
Hotel features
Property Overview
Nestled on the renowned Varadero Beach, Sanctuary at Grand Memories Varadero is an award-winning resort offering an exclusive adults only retreat with amenities ideal for relaxation and personalized butler service. Guests can enjoy exclusive on-site amenities including a private beach area, a private lounge and restaurant, non-motorized water sports and indulgent spa treatments ($), plus nearby access to the 18-hole course at Varadero Golf Club ($) and the amenities at the adjacent Grand Memories Varadero Beach Resort. The accommodations are luxurious with nightly turndown service, in-room liquor dispensers and 24-hour room service for late-night cravings or breakfasts in bed.
Meal plans
All Inclusive
• 3 Meals daily plus 24 hour room service
• All drinks 24 hour (domestic beer, selected international brands, house wine with meals)
• Unlimited a la carte dining (subject to availability)
• Daily activities
• Non-motorized water sports
• Evening entertainment
Number of restaurants and bars may vary depending on hotel occupancy and season.
• All drinks 24 hour (domestic beer, selected international brands, house wine with meals)
• Unlimited a la carte dining (subject to availability)
• Daily activities
• Non-motorized water sports
• Evening entertainment
Number of restaurants and bars may vary depending on hotel occupancy and season.
Property amenities
- 150 Rooms
- 6 Restaurant(s)
- 8 Bar(s)
Accommodations
All room categories include

Deluxe Junior Suite
- Maximum occupancy: 3
- Maximum number of adults: 3
Premium Class Deluxe Junior Suite
- Maximum occupancy: 3
- Maximum number of adults: 3
Premium Class Deluxe Suite
- Maximum occupancy: 3
- Maximum number of adults: 3
Dining and entertainment
Restaurant(s)
Ave del Paraiso
Style: À la carteCuisine: InternationalBreakfast hours: 07:30-10:00
Lunch hours: 13:00-15:00
Dinner hours: 18:00-22:00
Notes:
- Resort Formal
- Dinner reservations required
Ging Seng
Style: À la carteCuisine: AsianDinner hours: 18:00-21:00
Notes:
- Resort Formal
- Reservations required
Buffet Restaurant
Style: BuffetLocation: Located at Grand Memories VaraderoCuisine: InternationalBreakfast hours: 07:00-10:00
Lunch hours: 13:00-15:00
Dinner hours: 18:00-22:00
Notes:
- Air-conditioning
Ranchon Los Lirios
Style: Buffet / Snack BarLocation: Located at Grand Memories VaraderoCuisine: International/Snacks, Buffet meals, CreoleLunch hours: 12:30-16:00
Dinner hours: 18:00-22:00
Notes:
- Dinner - Creole Cuisine - Only open during high season.
- Resort Formal
- All Inclusive
- Buffet for lunch
- Dinner à la carte
- Reservations required
Mar Pacifico
Style: À la carteLocation: Located at Grand Memories VaraderoCuisine: CreoleDinner hours: 18:30-21:30
Notes:
- Resort Formal
- All Inclusive
- Reservations required
La Violeta
Style: À la carteLocation: Located at Grand Memories VaraderoCuisine: ItalianDinner hours: 18:00-21:30
Notes:
- Resort Formal
- All Inclusive
- Reservations required
Bar(s)
Lounge Bar
Hours of operation: 24 hours
Notes:
- Lounge bar
Pool Bar
Hours of operation: 09:00-18:00
Notes:
- Drink service
Mariposa
Location: Located at Grand Memories VaraderoHours of operation: 24 hours
Notes:
- Drinks
- Lobby bar
Gladiolo
Location: Located at Grand Memories VaraderoHours of operation: 20:00-22:30
Notes:
- Drinks
- Theatre bar
Adelfa
Location: Located at Grand Memories VaraderoHours of operation: 24 hours
Notes:
- Drinks
- Snack bar
Bar Cubano
Location: Located at Grand Memories VaraderoHours of operation: 17:30-23:00
Notes:
- Drinks
- Cuban bar
Hortensia
Location: Located at Grand Memories VaraderoHours of operation: 10:00-18:00
Notes:
- Drinks
- Swim-up bar
La Vicaria
Location: Located at Grand Memories VaraderoHours of operation: 10:00-18:00
Notes:
- Drinks
- Swim-up bar
Extra features
Bonus features
Complimentary Bachelor/Bachelorette Package
Only valid under the following conditions:
Minimum 12 guests staying 6 nights accommodations or 10 guests staying 12 nights accommodation or package is available for $375 USD.
Required Conditions:
• Apply for groups
Inclusions:
• On-site coordinator professional service
• VIP status & room amenities for the couple
• Personalized Check-In and Welcome Cocktail for the group
• Private location for one day including entertainment (Beach or Swimming pool area (Onrequest, according to the group preference)
• Choice of one activity: yoga, cocktail lesson, wine or rum tasting
• One semi-private dinner for up to 25 guests arranged by the resort groups coordinator
• 30% discount on SPA services including the Hotel extras for all group
• Farewell Cocktail
Minimum 12 guests staying 6 nights accommodations or 10 guests staying 12 nights accommodation or package is available for $375 USD.
Required Conditions:
• Apply for groups
Inclusions:
• On-site coordinator professional service
• VIP status & room amenities for the couple
• Personalized Check-In and Welcome Cocktail for the group
• Private location for one day including entertainment (Beach or Swimming pool area (Onrequest, according to the group preference)
• Choice of one activity: yoga, cocktail lesson, wine or rum tasting
• One semi-private dinner for up to 25 guests arranged by the resort groups coordinator
• 30% discount on SPA services including the Hotel extras for all group
• Farewell Cocktail
Premium Class Inclusions
Inclusions:
• Welcome Experience (refreshing towel services, Welcome cocktail resorts tours and distinctive bracelet)
• Personalized check in at private area
• Lounge or private salon
• Mini snacks in private lounge
• Beach-pool towels in the room
• Beach / Pool exclusive area with delivery of fruit assortments and tropical cocktail
• Towel service in private beach or pool area
• Exclusive Dinner (one per week restaurants with music show)
• Management Cocktail (Tapas and beverages) once per week in Special place
• Preference reservation at a la carta restaurant (prior confirmation with the Butler upon arrival)
• Premium drinks are available at select bars
• Breakfast in a la carte restaurants
• Lunch in a la carte restaurants
• Minibar re-stocked daily
• Concierge service in the lobby from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Exclusive cocktail activity on the beach or private area
• Priority in reservations for extra activities (golf, diving, beauty salon, spa, nautical activities and sports fields) according to hotel facilities
• Wellness Package (30% discount on SPA and beauty treatments)
• Early Check in (subject to availability)
• Late Check-out free (subject to availability)
• Preferential rooms
• Discount of 20 % in laundry services
• Exclusive Butler Service from 8.00 am to 10.00pm
• Coordination of cleaning schedule through the Butler Service
Premium Class inclusions are applicable to the following room categories:
• Premium Class Deluxe Junior Suite
• Premium Class Deluxe Suite
• Welcome Experience (refreshing towel services, Welcome cocktail resorts tours and distinctive bracelet)
• Personalized check in at private area
• Lounge or private salon
• Mini snacks in private lounge
• Beach-pool towels in the room
• Beach / Pool exclusive area with delivery of fruit assortments and tropical cocktail
• Towel service in private beach or pool area
• Exclusive Dinner (one per week restaurants with music show)
• Management Cocktail (Tapas and beverages) once per week in Special place
• Preference reservation at a la carta restaurant (prior confirmation with the Butler upon arrival)
• Premium drinks are available at select bars
• Breakfast in a la carte restaurants
• Lunch in a la carte restaurants
• Minibar re-stocked daily
• Concierge service in the lobby from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Exclusive cocktail activity on the beach or private area
• Priority in reservations for extra activities (golf, diving, beauty salon, spa, nautical activities and sports fields) according to hotel facilities
• Wellness Package (30% discount on SPA and beauty treatments)
• Early Check in (subject to availability)
• Late Check-out free (subject to availability)
• Preferential rooms
• Discount of 20 % in laundry services
• Exclusive Butler Service from 8.00 am to 10.00pm
• Coordination of cleaning schedule through the Butler Service
Premium Class inclusions are applicable to the following room categories:
• Premium Class Deluxe Junior Suite
• Premium Class Deluxe Suite
Room Upgrade Promotion
Please note Sanctuary at Grand Memories Varadero in Varadero, Cuba has provided us with a complimentary upgrade from Deluxe Junior Suite to Premium Class Deluxe Junior Suite for a limited time only.
Booking Window: May 09, 2025 - June 30, 2025
Travel Window: September 01, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Please note the rates are reflected in the Premium Class Deluxe Junior Suite and must be booked in the Premium Class Deluxe Junior Suite category in order to receive the upgrade.
Rooms are limited and subject to availability at time of booking.
Booking Window: May 09, 2025 - June 30, 2025
Travel Window: September 01, 2025 - October 31, 2025
Please note the rates are reflected in the Premium Class Deluxe Junior Suite and must be booked in the Premium Class Deluxe Junior Suite category in order to receive the upgrade.
Rooms are limited and subject to availability at time of booking.
Extra features
Cuban Experience Package
Guests from 2 - 6: $720 USD
Guests from 7 - 14: $1540 USD
Guests from 15 - 20: $2000 USD
Guests of 21 or more: $100 USD per Adult & $50 USD per Child
• The pricing is established according to the Guest Range, applying for groups of up to 20 guests, being $100 USD the value of extra guest /Adult; $50 USD for extra Child.
• According to the Cuban Dinner apply a rate related to Extra hour/pax, including Open Bar and Music; $5.00 USD/pax Latest Time: 02:00.
• Below is the Cuban Experience description and menu description can be requested (Sunwing) and must be selected by customers in advance to the hotel.
Cuban Experience Package Includes
• Two Hours Traditional Cuban Dinner in a private location. Includes 2 hours of national open bar and a traditional Mojito as welcome drink.
• 45-minutes of Cuban Trio Performance, including Entertainment.
• Panoramic Tour by Old Car including a special Matching of Cigar and Rum with the specialized Tour Guide.
Guests from 7 - 14: $1540 USD
Guests from 15 - 20: $2000 USD
Guests of 21 or more: $100 USD per Adult & $50 USD per Child
• The pricing is established according to the Guest Range, applying for groups of up to 20 guests, being $100 USD the value of extra guest /Adult; $50 USD for extra Child.
• According to the Cuban Dinner apply a rate related to Extra hour/pax, including Open Bar and Music; $5.00 USD/pax Latest Time: 02:00.
• Below is the Cuban Experience description and menu description can be requested (Sunwing) and must be selected by customers in advance to the hotel.
Cuban Experience Package Includes
• Two Hours Traditional Cuban Dinner in a private location. Includes 2 hours of national open bar and a traditional Mojito as welcome drink.
• 45-minutes of Cuban Trio Performance, including Entertainment.
• Panoramic Tour by Old Car including a special Matching of Cigar and Rum with the specialized Tour Guide.
Facilities and services
Internet Services
- 24/7 Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
Beach
- Beach access
Golf
- Golf ($) Nearby
Health and safety
- Medical service ($)
Hotel lobby
- 24-hour front desk
- Late check-out
- Wake-up service
- Tour desk ($)
- Butler service
- Currency exchange ($)
- Car Rental ($)
Shops and services
- Shops ($)
Sports activities
- Catamaran
Non-motorized Catamaran - Pedalos
- Windsurfing ($)
- Kayaking ($)
- Swimming
- 2 Floodlit tennis court
Floodlit tennis court (reservation required) - Racket available ($)
Racket available (deposit is required)
Wellness
- Fitness facilities
Spa
- Sauna ($)
- Steam room ($)
- Beauty Salon ($)
- Massage therapies ($)
Swimming pools
- Outdoor pool(s)
Location
Address (please include Apt/Suite number): Km 18 1/2, Autopista Sur Punta Hicacos Varadero Matanzas Cuba
Airport name: Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport
Airport transfer time: 40 minutes
* Please note that transfer times may vary and are subject to change.
Wedding and romance packages
Weddings
Complimentary Joy Package
Only valid under the following conditions:
Minimum 12 guest staying 6 nights accommodation OR 10 guests staying 12 nights accommodation OR package is available for $460 USD.
Required Conditions:
• Requests confirmed directly by hotel at least 4 weeks before arrival
• Dinners and cocktails included for guests staying at the hotel
Inclusions:
• Personalized service from on-site-wedding coordinator
• Private Check-In including the wedding group (subject to the arrival time)
• Welcome cocktail for the couple and the wedding guest
• Special Room for the couple (location, king size bed and VIP amenities)
• Sparkling wine provided in the room upon arrival
• Wedding gazebo or Preferred choice of ceremony locations
• Symbolic ceremony
• Wedding décor of ceremony location
• Bridal bouquet and groom boutonniere
• Sparkling wine toast after the ceremony
• Recorded music for the ceremony
• Wedding cake with basic decoration
• Special room housekeeping service on the wedding day
• Semi-private wedding dinner in one of the a la carte restaurants of the Hotel
• Turn down service on the wedding evening
• 30% discount at the spa and the Hotel extras for bride and groom
• 30 Minutes FREE Back and Neck Massage for groom and bride
• Complimentary Honeymoon Package
Minimum 12 guest staying 6 nights accommodation OR 10 guests staying 12 nights accommodation OR package is available for $460 USD.
Required Conditions:
• Requests confirmed directly by hotel at least 4 weeks before arrival
• Dinners and cocktails included for guests staying at the hotel
Inclusions:
• Personalized service from on-site-wedding coordinator
• Private Check-In including the wedding group (subject to the arrival time)
• Welcome cocktail for the couple and the wedding guest
• Special Room for the couple (location, king size bed and VIP amenities)
• Sparkling wine provided in the room upon arrival
• Wedding gazebo or Preferred choice of ceremony locations
• Symbolic ceremony
• Wedding décor of ceremony location
• Bridal bouquet and groom boutonniere
• Sparkling wine toast after the ceremony
• Recorded music for the ceremony
• Wedding cake with basic decoration
• Special room housekeeping service on the wedding day
• Semi-private wedding dinner in one of the a la carte restaurants of the Hotel
• Turn down service on the wedding evening
• 30% discount at the spa and the Hotel extras for bride and groom
• 30 Minutes FREE Back and Neck Massage for groom and bride
• Complimentary Honeymoon Package
Wedding Packages
Other Wedding Packages Available:
Paradise Package: Price $620 USD
Just the Two of Us Package: Price $155 USD (Symbolic Ceremony)
Memorable Escape for Two: Price: $149 USD
Paradise Package: Price $620 USD
Just the Two of Us Package: Price $155 USD (Symbolic Ceremony)
Memorable Escape for Two: Price: $149 USD
Wedding Extras
Private Reception: Apply private dinner supplement per guests: $15 USD/Adults; $8 USD/Child, valid to all Wedding and Vow renewal Packages.
After Party Experience: Pricing: $396 USD, Valid to all wedding and vow renewal packages
After Party Experience: Pricing: $396 USD, Valid to all wedding and vow renewal packages
Honeymoon
Complimentary Honeymoon Package
Conditions:
• Wedding certificate upon arrival
• 6 months married prior to the Hotel accommodation
• Request and specify the Honeymoon package on the hotel reservation (rooming list and voucher must be remarked "Honeymoon")
Inclusions:
• Personalized service coordinator
• Private Check-In including Welcome Cocktail for the honeymooners (Subject to the arrival time)
• Special Room for the couple (location, king size bed and VIP amenities)
• Bottle of Cava and other surprises in the room upon arrival or during the stay
• Romantic breakfast in room during the stay
• Private romantic Honeymoon dinner for the couple that should be coordinated with the on-site wedding specialist upon arrival
• 30% discount on SPA services and Hotel extras (where applicable)
• Honeymooners Cocktail
• Late check out for couple until 15:00 (Subject to availability)
• Wedding certificate upon arrival
• 6 months married prior to the Hotel accommodation
• Request and specify the Honeymoon package on the hotel reservation (rooming list and voucher must be remarked "Honeymoon")
Inclusions:
• Personalized service coordinator
• Private Check-In including Welcome Cocktail for the honeymooners (Subject to the arrival time)
• Special Room for the couple (location, king size bed and VIP amenities)
• Bottle of Cava and other surprises in the room upon arrival or during the stay
• Romantic breakfast in room during the stay
• Private romantic Honeymoon dinner for the couple that should be coordinated with the on-site wedding specialist upon arrival
• 30% discount on SPA services and Hotel extras (where applicable)
• Honeymooners Cocktail
• Late check out for couple until 15:00 (Subject to availability)
Renewal of vows
Complimentary Vow Renewal
Only valid under the following conditions:
Minimum of 12 guests staying 6 nights accommodations OR 10 guests staying 12 nights accommodation OR package is available for $196 USD
Required Conditions:
• Dinners and cocktails included for guests staying at the hotel
• Requests confirmed directly by hotel at least 4 weeks before arrival
Inclusions:
• Welcome cocktail (bride and groom)
• Personalized service from on-site-wedding coordinator
• Special Room for the couple (location, king size bed and VIP amenities)
• Sparkling wine provided in the room upon arrival
• Wedding gazebo or Preferred choice of ceremony locations
• Wedding décor of ceremony location
• Symbolic ceremony
• Bridal bouquet and groom boutonniere
• Sparkling wine toast after the ceremony
• Recorded music for the ceremony
• Photography service for fourteen printed 5x7 colour photos from the ceremony
• Special room housekeeping service on the wedding day
• Wedding Group semi-private dinner on the ceremony day
• Daily turn down service in the room
• 20% discount at the spa and the Hotel extras for bride and groom
• Complimentary Honeymoon Package
Minimum of 12 guests staying 6 nights accommodations OR 10 guests staying 12 nights accommodation OR package is available for $196 USD
Required Conditions:
• Dinners and cocktails included for guests staying at the hotel
• Requests confirmed directly by hotel at least 4 weeks before arrival
Inclusions:
• Welcome cocktail (bride and groom)
• Personalized service from on-site-wedding coordinator
• Special Room for the couple (location, king size bed and VIP amenities)
• Sparkling wine provided in the room upon arrival
• Wedding gazebo or Preferred choice of ceremony locations
• Wedding décor of ceremony location
• Symbolic ceremony
• Bridal bouquet and groom boutonniere
• Sparkling wine toast after the ceremony
• Recorded music for the ceremony
• Photography service for fourteen printed 5x7 colour photos from the ceremony
• Special room housekeeping service on the wedding day
• Wedding Group semi-private dinner on the ceremony day
• Daily turn down service in the room
• 20% discount at the spa and the Hotel extras for bride and groom
• Complimentary Honeymoon Package
Hotel policies
Check-in time: 04:00 PM
Check-out time: 12:00 PM
Student groups are NOT permitted.
Alerts
- Hours of operation and availability of all restaurants and bars are subject to change based on the hotel’s occupancy throughout the season.
Golf
Varadero Golf Club
Address: Carretera Las Americas KM 8 ½ Autopista Sur, Varadero, Matanzas, Cuba
Architect: Les Furber
Number of holes: 18
Opening date: 1933
Par: 72
Price range: $
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