Sanctuary at Grand Memories Varadero4.0
Varadero, Cuba|
Excellent
|Adults only (18+)4.3
|1000+ Reviews
Beach
4.6/5
Amazing
Room
4.3/5
Excellent
Entertainment
4.2/5
Superior
Dining
4.1/5
Superior
Pool
4.5/5
Amazing
Service
4.5/5
Amazing
Based on 1000+ Reviews
Beach
4.6/5 Amazing
Room
4.3/5 Excellent
Entertainment
4.2/5 Superior
Dining
4.1/5 Superior
Pool
4.5/5 Amazing
Service
4.5/5 Amazing
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
Upgrade To Premium Class Deluxe Junior 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
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
• Exclusive area at the beach/pool with delivery of fruit assortments, tropical cocktail
• Towel service in a dedicated beach or pool area
• Exclusive Dinner (one per week restaurants with music show)
• Exclusive Cocktail with the management team (Snacks and beverages) once weekly in the beach or dedicated area
• 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
• 24 hrs Personalized Butler service
• 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
• Exclusive area at the beach/pool with delivery of fruit assortments, tropical cocktail
• Towel service in a dedicated beach or pool area
• Exclusive Dinner (one per week restaurants with music show)
• Exclusive Cocktail with the management team (Snacks and beverages) once weekly in the beach or dedicated area
• 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
• 24 hrs Personalized Butler service
• 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
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 8 guest staying 6 nights accommodation OR package is available for $460 USD if the group does not meet the free requirements.
Required Conditions:
• Requests confirmed directly by hotel at least 4 weeks before arrival
• Dinners and cocktails included for guests staying at the hotel
• Additional guests (9 guests+) may be added for a fee of $20 USD per adult. Semi- private dinner can host up to 50 guests. Over 50 guests, private reception is required.
Inclusions:
• Personalized service from on-site-wedding coordinator
• Private Check-In including the wedding group (subject to the arrival time)
• Special Room for the couple (location, king size bed and VIP amenities)
• Sparkling wine provided in the room upon arrival
• 30% discount at the spa and the Hotel extras for bride and groom
• 30 Minutes FREE Back and Neck Massage for groom and bride
• Turn down service on the wedding evening
• Granted Late Checkout for the Bride & Groom until 15:00 hrs
• Ceremony location
• Symbolic ceremony
• Wedding décor of ceremony location
• Sound System for the Ceremony
• Sparkling wine toast after the ceremony
• One Tropical Bridal bouquet and one Tropical groom boutonniere
• 2-tier Wedding cake
• Semi-private wedding dinner in one of the a la carte restaurants of the Hotel
• Complimentary Honeymoon Package
For further details please contact Katia Yera at [email protected]
Minimum 8 guest staying 6 nights accommodation OR package is available for $460 USD if the group does not meet the free requirements.
Required Conditions:
• Requests confirmed directly by hotel at least 4 weeks before arrival
• Dinners and cocktails included for guests staying at the hotel
• Additional guests (9 guests+) may be added for a fee of $20 USD per adult. Semi- private dinner can host up to 50 guests. Over 50 guests, private reception is required.
Inclusions:
• Personalized service from on-site-wedding coordinator
• Private Check-In including the wedding group (subject to the arrival time)
• Special Room for the couple (location, king size bed and VIP amenities)
• Sparkling wine provided in the room upon arrival
• 30% discount at the spa and the Hotel extras for bride and groom
• 30 Minutes FREE Back and Neck Massage for groom and bride
• Turn down service on the wedding evening
• Granted Late Checkout for the Bride & Groom until 15:00 hrs
• Ceremony location
• Symbolic ceremony
• Wedding décor of ceremony location
• Sound System for the Ceremony
• Sparkling wine toast after the ceremony
• One Tropical Bridal bouquet and one Tropical groom boutonniere
• 2-tier Wedding cake
• Semi-private wedding dinner in one of the a la carte restaurants of the Hotel
• Complimentary Honeymoon Package
For further details please contact Katia Yera at [email protected]
Luxury Paradise Package
Inclusions:
• Personalized service from on-site-wedding coordinator
• Private Check-In including the wedding group (subject to the arrival time)
• Special Room for the couple (location, king size bed and VIP amenities)
• Sparkling wine provided in the room upon arrival
• Separate room the night before the wedding or 4 hours before the ceremony (Subject to availability)
• Wedding hairstyle & makeup for the bride
• 50% discount at the spa and the Hotel extras for bride and groom
• 30 Minutes FREE Back and Neck Massage for groom and bride
• Upgrade to Premium Class Package (where applicable)
• Turn down service on the wedding evening
• Late Checkout until 15:00 hrs for an extra room
• Symbolic ceremony
• Wedding décor of ceremony location
• Sound System for the Ceremony
• Sparkling wine toast after the ceremony
• Three appetizers from our signature cocktail menus
• Bridal bouquet and groom boutonniere
• Two additional maid of honor bouquet and best man boutonniere
• 2-tier Wedding cake
• Semi-private wedding dinner in one of the a la carte restaurants of the Hotel
• Photography service for fourteen digital photos from the ceremony
• Complimentary Honeymoon Package
Required Conditions:
• Package available for $620 USD, minimum 12 guests staying 6 nights accommodation
• Requests confirmed directly by hotel at least 4 weeks before arrival
• Additional guests (13 guests+) may be added for a fee of $20 USD per adult / Additional Children are Free. Semi-private dinner can host up to 50 guests. Over 50 guests, private reception is required.
For further details please contact Katia Yera at [email protected]
• Personalized service from on-site-wedding coordinator
• Private Check-In including the wedding group (subject to the arrival time)
• Special Room for the couple (location, king size bed and VIP amenities)
• Sparkling wine provided in the room upon arrival
• Separate room the night before the wedding or 4 hours before the ceremony (Subject to availability)
• Wedding hairstyle & makeup for the bride
• 50% discount at the spa and the Hotel extras for bride and groom
• 30 Minutes FREE Back and Neck Massage for groom and bride
• Upgrade to Premium Class Package (where applicable)
• Turn down service on the wedding evening
• Late Checkout until 15:00 hrs for an extra room
• Symbolic ceremony
• Wedding décor of ceremony location
• Sound System for the Ceremony
• Sparkling wine toast after the ceremony
• Three appetizers from our signature cocktail menus
• Bridal bouquet and groom boutonniere
• Two additional maid of honor bouquet and best man boutonniere
• 2-tier Wedding cake
• Semi-private wedding dinner in one of the a la carte restaurants of the Hotel
• Photography service for fourteen digital photos from the ceremony
• Complimentary Honeymoon Package
Required Conditions:
• Package available for $620 USD, minimum 12 guests staying 6 nights accommodation
• Requests confirmed directly by hotel at least 4 weeks before arrival
• Additional guests (13 guests+) may be added for a fee of $20 USD per adult / Additional Children are Free. Semi-private dinner can host up to 50 guests. Over 50 guests, private reception is required.
For further details please contact Katia Yera at [email protected]
Wedding Packages
Other Wedding Packages Available:
Just the Two of Us Package: Price $155 USD (Symbolic Ceremony)
Memorable Escape for Two: Price: $149 USD
Vow Renewal: Price $196 USD
For further details please contact Katia Yera at [email protected]
Just the Two of Us Package: Price $155 USD (Symbolic Ceremony)
Memorable Escape for Two: Price: $149 USD
Vow Renewal: Price $196 USD
For further details please contact Katia Yera at [email protected]
Wedding Extras
Private Reception: Apply private dinner supplement per guests: $25 USD/Adults, valid to all Wedding and Vow renewal Packages.
After Party Experience: Pricing: $396 USD, Valid to all wedding and vow renewal packages
For further details please contact Katia Yera at [email protected]
After Party Experience: Pricing: $396 USD, Valid to all wedding and vow renewal packages
For further details please contact Katia Yera at [email protected]
Honeymoon
Complimentary Honeymoon Package
The Honeymoon package is complimentary when the required conditions apply
• Wedding certificate upon arrival
• Couple married within 6 months prior to arrival
• Request and specify the Honeymoon package on the hotel reservation (rooming list and voucher must be remarked "Honeymoon")
Inclusions:
• Personalized service coordinator
• VIP Welcome
• 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
• Romantic Dinner for two.
•30% discount on SPA services and Hotel extras (where SPA is available)
• Granted Late check out for the couple until 15:00
• Wedding certificate upon arrival
• Couple married within 6 months prior to arrival
• Request and specify the Honeymoon package on the hotel reservation (rooming list and voucher must be remarked "Honeymoon")
Inclusions:
• Personalized service coordinator
• VIP Welcome
• 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
• Romantic Dinner for two.
•30% discount on SPA services and Hotel extras (where SPA is available)
• Granted Late check out for the couple until 15:00
Other
Additional Package Experiences
Bachelorette Party: Price $345 USD
Groom Experience: Price $156 USD
Cuba Welcome Party: Price $350 USD
Groom Experience: Price $156 USD
Cuba Welcome Party: Price $350 USD
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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