About Matanzas

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent fine sandy beaches of Matanzas attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

Matanzas Best beaches

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Good for Relax

Cayo Blanco

Varadero 25 km
Excellent
9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Exceptional beauty • Access by boat • Crowded in season • No parking
5.5 Amenities index
Kids friendly

Varadero beach

Varadero 5.7 km
Very good
8.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Exceptional beauty • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Mangoncito beach

Varadero 14.7 km
Very good
8.7
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
6.5 Amenities index
Kids friendly
Very good
8.7
Hotel guests only • Hotel beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
8.3 Amenities index
Kids friendly
Very good
8.5
Partly hotel beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Small open area • Crowded in season
7.8 Amenities index
Kids friendly

Memories beach

Varadero 13.4 km
Very good
8.5
Partly hotel beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Small open area • Crowded in season
7.7 Amenities index

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 22 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Matanzas.

Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Matanzas, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is fine sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 15 such beaches.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Matanzas is less than 500 meters. 21 beaches are relatively easy to access, and 1 beach are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The vast majority of Matanzas beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Matanzas's beaches

Memories beach
2 G-Man

To those who have given 5-star reviews, please reconsider before doing so. Your reviews greatly impact those who rely on them. This has been the worst experience we've ever had, despite having been to Cuba multiple times before. The rooms are extremely unpleasant, old, and emit a foul odor. Every room has leaks when it rains. There is a severe lack of essential items such as towels, alcohol, food, and entertainment. There are barely any activities available. The service may be rated 2 stars, but only for a few waitresses. The food is absolutely terrible, and we are barely managing to survive here. We have never wanted to return home from a vacation before, if we can even call this a vacation! It feels like such a waste of time and money. We are incredibly disappointed, especially since we booked this resort based on other people's reviews. Please, we urge you not to make the same mistake!

Cayo Blanco
10 Evan Mb

This is the most incredible island and beach I have ever laid eyes on. It's an exceptionally stunning place, with a diverse range of species. It offers an excellent opportunity for bird enthusiasts to indulge in some top-notch bird watching. I cannot recommend it enough.

Mangoncito beach
10 Larik M

The beach is absolutely stunning, with calm and warm waters. It feels like being in the Maldives with all the palm trees around.

Varadero beach II
10 Nicoletta Mendoza

This beach is truly exceptional! The tranquil waters and soft sand make for the perfect spot to relax and soak up the sun. The picturesque scenery and refreshing sea breeze create a serene atmosphere that is simply unmatched. It's no wonder why this beach is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike. Overall, I highly recommend visiting this beach for an unforgettable experience.

Varadero beach V
10 Renzo Calvino

The staff was very friendly and the beach was amazing. The food was decent, not top-notch, but it was very tasty with freshly grilled pork and chicken. There were entertaining shows every day and the Piña Colada was fantastic, along with other nice drinks. The rooms were good, with a nice shower, but you couldn't adjust the room temperature as the air conditioner defaulted to 22°C. The resort had a nice infrastructure with hammocks, outdoor beds, a great pool, and the beach was just a minute walk away. The water was amazing and there were comfortable chairs available on the beach. The wifi was decent and there was a great cappuccino at the coffee bar. The only downside was that if you wanted to visit Varadero city, you had to take a free bus transfer as it was a bit far to walk.

Varadero beach III
10 Daelin Hernandez, Real Estate Agent

The beach was an amazing experience with its golden, fine sand.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 11 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is April - air temperature during this time warms up to 33.1°C and water up to 31°C in August. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 24.4°C and water to 26.3°C. Air and water temperature allows you to relax comfortably in the region all year round, which is enjoyed by tourists and locals.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Matanzas? In total there are 22 beaches and the most popular is Cayo Blanco.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Matanzas?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Matanzas, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 22 beaches in total, of which about 9 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

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The best beaches in Matanzas:

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To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Matanzas, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Matanzas?

Most of the beaches located in Matanzas are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Matanzas by access:

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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Matanzas:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Matanzas?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Matanzas?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Matanzas by occupancy.

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Which beaches in Matanzas are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Matanzas?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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