Memories - Memories Jibacoa
Varadero, CubaAll travelers
Guests frequently praise the consistently warm, personable service and strong value even amid local challenges.
- 250 rooms
- ~50 min from HAV
Resort facts & overview
- Location
- Varadero, Cuba
- Audience
- All travelers
- Brand
- Independent
- Rooms
- 250
- Dining listed
- -
- Airport
- HAV
- Transfer
- ~50 min
Why travelers love it
Guests frequently praise the consistently warm, personable service and strong value even amid local challenges. The setting between lush hills and a calm beach earns high marks.
Food & drink
StrongBuffet variety and a genuinely talented kitchen team punch above Cuba's usual all-inclusive standard, with grilled fresh fish and lobster in the à la cartes as clear highlights. Occasional shortages tied to Cuba's supply situation are real but rare.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Fresh fish grilled to order
- Lobster generous in à la carte venues
- Chef Antonio and team consistently praised
- Italian and gourmet restaurants stand out
Heads up
- Occasional shortages (soda, cheese, ham)
- Limited late-night snack options
- Dinner sometimes plated rather than buffet
Dining overview
Three specialty restaurants plus one international buffet; 24‑hour snacks and multiple bars including buffet and à la carte options.
Beach
StandoutA protected cove with a live reef just steps from shore makes this one of the best snorkeling beaches in Cuba. Narrower than Varadero's famous strips, but calm, shaded, and swimmable.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Reef snorkeling straight from the sand
- Calm, safe swimming water
- Shaded areas along the length
- Beach bar service is genuinely warm
Heads up
- Beach is narrower than Varadero proper
Clear calm water, cleaned daily; sand and sea framed by mountains, modest-sized beach accessed via hillside.
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Pools
StrongA generously sized pool with plenty of loungers anchors the daytime scene, with pool animation that repeat guests enjoy. Maintenance gaps (missing tiles, one broken hot tub) are the recurring gripe.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Spacious pool, ample loungers
- Daytime animation around the pool
- Elaine and pool bar team are memorable
Heads up
- Missing pool tiles create sharp edges
- Only one of two hot tubs works, and it's cold
- One report of a green pool during a low period
One large swimming pool with pool bar; relaxed atmosphere, views of mountains, no waterpark.
Photo: Tripadvisor
Photo: Tripadvisor
Rooms & suites
250 rooms250 rooms in hacienda‑style two‑storey buildings; standard rooms with balcony/terrace and suites with separate living area and ocean views.
Room categories
- Standard Room Garden View
- Standard Room Pool View
- Standard Room Ocean View
- Tropical Ocean View Suite
Room details here are AI-assisted, compiled from the resort's own website and public sources. Categories and names change often — confirm the exact room when you book.
What’s included
StandoutFor the price, this may be the strongest all-inclusive value in Cuba right now, especially with the Premium Class upgrade that unlocks à la carte access and spa discounts. Repeat visitors on their 4th, 8th, even 12th stay tell the story.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Premium upgrade unlocks à la cartes and spa deals
- Massages very well priced
- Extraordinary repeat-guest loyalty
- Stocked and running despite Cuba's wider crisis
Heads up
- No welcome amenities on arrival
- Older resort, no glitz
Package inclusions and upgrade access have not been collected yet. Confirm them for your room and dates when booking.
Amenities & activities
Couples
IdealA quiet, adults-only hideaway that draws repeat honeymooners and anniversary couples for its intimate scale and attentive staff. The Cuban couples massage at the spa is a signature ritual here.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Adults-only, peaceful atmosphere
- Cuban couples massage at the spa
- Staff go out of their way for milestones
- Small, intimate resort footprint
Heads up
- Dated rooms in older blocks
- Not a glitzy or glamorous property
Families
Not a fitAdults-only policy rules out young children, though it works well for adult family groups traveling together.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Safe, calm environment for adult family trips
- Snorkeling reef right off the beach
Heads up
- Adults-only, no young kids
- No kids club or kids menus
- Remote location limits off-property activities
Peace & Quiet
StandoutOne of the calmest all-inclusive experiences in Cuba, tucked between sea and mountains with only one neighboring resort. This is where you come to disconnect, not to party.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Remote Jibacoa setting, far from crowds
- Adults-only, low-key clientele
- Nature walks and hikes nearby
- Evening shows are tasteful, not loud
Heads up
- Hot tubs can get taken over by loud groups
- Weekend Cuban day-trippers add brief buzz
Spa, beauty salon, gym, tennis, basketball, nightclub, diving center, non‑motorized water sports, fitness center.
What guests say
Low confidence2 reviews · through Oct 2026
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Based on limited recent reviews
Recurring complaints
No recurring complaint theme found in the reviews analyzed.
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What past guests say
“update Feb 2026: We are very sorry our April flight was canceled by the airline. We wanted to send a message of support: don't give up! We will see you again as soon as possible. Cuba is always in our hearts. Dec 2025: It is one of the best places for beach snorkeling. The rooms are good and clean. The food is among the best we have had in Cuba. There is a great entertainment program, including a hike to a nearby hill and evening performances, plus a piano bar where you can practice singing. We ”
★★★★★
“Unfortunately not alot of the money people spend on this resort is actually being out back into the place. It is quite rundown. The staff is it's only saving grace. They cannot do enough for you. The location is also great. Excellent for. Snorkeling. I realize the entire country is struggling right now but it is evident that sunwing has been ignoring this resort for years.”
★★☆☆☆
“Just got back from a week stay! Beautiful area, tucked away therefore feels less typically touristy. Beautiful grounds, nice beach, very polite staff. Food was good, many choices and most days fresh fish to be grilled in front of you. Room was clean, had the ocean view (totally worth it!) Evening shows were well choreographed and entertaining. All in all, a very nice stay at a beautiful resort :)”
★★★★☆
“A Disappointing Latest Visit We have been at this resort several times over the years and were always very pleased with the experience. However, our latest visit was very disappointing. Now, before I get into the downsides, let me highlight the positives: The staff are amazing, and the natural beauty of the resort is wonderful. My main concern, and the reason for the poor rating, is the food and drink selection—or lack thereof. It was the worst I have ever seen at an all-inclusive resort (and I ”
★★☆☆☆
“I visited the veradero location, the rooms were simple and clean, our AC worked well but the fridge was not working. The resort itself offered plenty of activities and different entertainment, a special thank you to the man that played the guitar in the piano bar, it was such a good vibe in there every night, so much fun! Mucho Mucho grasias! The staff were so friendly and kind and made this vacation a great experience. The restaurants offered lots of variety and the food was tasty. In addition ”
★★★★☆
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Know before you book
- occasional housekeeping issues like missing soaps or slow towel replacement
- some rodent sightings reported in buffet area
- Beach is narrower than Varadero proper
- Occasional shortages (soda, cheese, ham)
What you should know
What to Know
Remote location means taxis are your lifeline for sightseeing, and the Premium Class upgrade is worth booking in advance for à la carte access and spa discounts. Expect an older property with authentic Cuban charm rather than polish.
high confidence
What you'll enjoy
- Book Premium Class ahead for à la cartes and spa discount
- Horse rides and hikes just outside the gate
- Newer room blocks are noticeably nicer, request one
- Snorkel gear worth bringing
Heads up
- Remote, taxis needed for excursions
- Some rooms dated, request an updated block
- Supply shortages possible given Cuba context
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- 5
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- Editorial lenses
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- Last updated
- June 23, 2026
- Sources
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- Completeness
- 67%
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