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Our stay at Sol Beach Varadero was a mixed experience. On the plus side, the staff were absolutely fantastic. They made our stay memorable with their friendly and accommodating nature, always going out of their way to ensure we felt welcome. The beach was lovely, and the intimate, smaller setting of the hotel was a nice touch for anyone who enjoys a more private atmosphere. However, there were a few areas that left us disappointed. The rooms were tired and in need of some serious updating, and the sunbeds were uncomfortable and quite old. As a smaller hotel, it’s good if you're looking for intimacy, but in terms of facilities and comfort, it didn’t quite meet the mark. For vegans, the options were very limited, although the staff did their best to accommodate us. We did find that there were no tea bags other than camomile, no decaf coffee, and no dairy milk alternatives, which was frustrating. If you’re expecting a true 4-star experience, I’d advise lowering your expectations – the hotel felt more like a 3-star. Overall, the hotel is quite tired and in need of a refresh. We made the decision to leave as didn't feel comfortable. We also had a massage during our stay, which was good, but it wasn’t the full hour as promised. Mine lasted 50 minutes, and my partner’s was only 45 minutes, which was disappointing. The entertainment was enjoyable, but sitting on the pool beds for it wasn’t particularly comfortable. Our view looked into the staff area of the resort and the hotel was unable to move us to a room with another view. Unfortunately, just the same view a couple of levels up. While we did enjoy the beach and the warm atmosphere created by the staff, the hotel itself could benefit from some upgrades to really reach its potential. Based on our level of comfort we wouldn't return.