Ocio Club Varadero et Hicacos : jeux, shopping et services à vérifier avant le déplacement.
Verified July 17, 2026.
Ocio Club Varadero and Hicacos: games, shopping and practical advice
The Hicacos shopping area in Varadero and Ocio Club may interest travellers who want to leave the resort for a few hours, shop for souvenirs or fill a rainy or less beach-friendly period. It is best treated as a convenient stop in central Varadero rather than a major excursion.
Official listing to verify before departure: Palmares — Ocio Club Varadero.
Address: Avenida Primera, between Streets 44 and 46, Varadero.
Telephone: +53 45 667147.
Published hours: 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
These details may change. Confirm opening, available games and accepted payments before travelling.
Why might you go?
| Need | Potential value | Verify |
|---|---|---|
| Souvenirs | Useful for comparing items before buying. | Price, quality, receipt and payment. |
| Break from the resort | Convenient when already visiting downtown Varadero. | Transport, heat and actual opening hours. |
| Activity with children | Ocio Club may provide games and entertainment. | Machines operating, cost, electricity and supervision. |
| Rum or cigars | Availability depends on open stores and current stock. | Authenticity, receipts and customs limits. |
| Rainy period | May provide a backup activity. | Which indoor services are actually open. |
Ocio Club: what to know
Palmares presents Ocio Club as a family leisure facility with electronic and mechanical games. It may be useful when children want a change from the beach and pool.
Practical advice: do not promise a specific game to children before confirming that it is operating. Hours, machine availability, payment methods and costs can change.
Shopping at Hicacos
Shopping in Varadero requires flexibility. A store may be open but have limited stock, or the selection may change from one day to the next.
- Carry small cash denominations.
- Ask the price before buying.
- Inspect the item’s condition.
- Keep receipts for rum, cigars, art or expensive purchases.
- Avoid heavy or fragile purchases when luggage space is limited.
- Verify customs rules before buying natural products, alcohol or tobacco.
Rum, cigars, art and fragile items
Rum, cigars and handicrafts may be attractive, but the decision involves more than price. Consider receipts, authenticity, luggage weight, liquids rules and customs limits for your country of return.
For rum purchases, use the Buying Rum in Varadero guide.
Transportation and location
Hicacos is in central Varadero. Depending on the hotel, travellers may use a taxi, tourist bus, coco-taxi when available or combine the stop with a downtown outing.
- confirm the fare or transport method before leaving;
- keep enough cash for the return trip;
- avoid travelling late without a return plan;
- ask whether the location is practical from your resort;
- save the address and map offline.
Best way to use this stop
Combine Ocio Club or Hicacos with downtown Varadero, a meal, Josone Park or a short shopping walk. It is less worthwhile as a dedicated long-distance trip from the far end of the peninsula.
What must be verified locally?
Prices, open shops, stock, discounts, payment methods and real operating hours may change quickly. Verify conditions on arrival, buy lightly and keep receipts for purchases that may be questioned by customs.
Checklist before going
| Check | Ready? |
|---|---|
| Small cash denominations | ☐ |
| Return transportation planned | ☐ |
| Opening confirmed | ☐ |
| Available luggage space | ☐ |
| Receipts kept for sensitive purchases | ☐ |
| Customs limits checked | ☐ |
| Offline map saved | ☐ |
FAQ
Is Hicacos worth visiting?
It can be worthwhile when you are already in central Varadero or want a simple outing outside the resort. It is not an essential excursion for every traveller.
Is Ocio Club suitable for children?
It may be useful for families, but verify operating games, cost and hours on the day of the visit.
Can travellers buy rum or cigars at Hicacos?
Possibly, depending on which stores are open and stocked. Check authenticity, keep receipts and verify customs rules.
Should I carry cash?
Yes. Small cash denominations provide a useful backup because card and electronic payment availability can vary.
Is it a good rainy-day activity?
It can help fill part of a rainy day, especially for families. Confirm which indoor services are open before paying for transportation.
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Practical verdict
Hicacos and Ocio Club can be useful for a modest Varadero outing involving shopping, games and a change of setting. Keep expectations realistic: opening hours, stock, prices and services can change. Bring a return plan, small cash and enough luggage space for any purchases.
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