Intensely romantic, beautiful and fascinating, Havana is a must for anyone's visit to Cuba. Founded in 1519, and now an UNESCO World Heritage Site, Old Havana became the focal point of the Spanish empire in the Americas.
Havana's importance soon came to be lavishly reflected in its domestic and religious architecture and fortifications, many of which remain today. The Palacio de los Capitanes Generales, the Plaza de Armas, the Malecon lining the seafront and the Castillo del Morro, are fine examples of Havana's colourful history. Away from the old part of the city, there are interesting examples of 20th century architecture which include imposing communist statues and plazas, Hemmingway's house, numerous Casa de la Trovas (music houses) and a well maintained botanical garden.
Of all the cities in the Caribbean, Havana deserves its reputation as a splendid, sumptuous and intriguing city. No tacky modernisations, no McDonalds and no boutique shopping, just endless opportunities for nostalgia and reflections into an interesting and stirring past and exciting future to come.
This stately colonial building, built in 1836 opened as a hotel in 1885. Hotel Florida is tucked away amidst small art galleries and attractive museums.
Formerly a noble merchants house, Hotel Beltran de Santa Cruz has been sympathetically refurbished by Habaguanex to retain many of its original architectural features; characterised by many of its historically illustrious guests.
Parque Central Hotel is located in the very heart of La Habana Vieja, with extensive views over Park Central and the surrounding city
Hotel Saratoga is a legendary hotel located between Paseo del Prado Avenue and Dragones Street, central Old Havana with spectacular views of the Capitolio building, Fraternity Park, the prestigious Partagás Cigar Factory and the Grand Theatre .
