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Tailormade holidays from the leading specialist to Cuba

Cuba

Havanatur are the world’s leading experts on travel to Cuba with offices throughout the world, dedicated to offering a flexible and specialist service to our clients. Our head office is situated in Havana, as well as offices throughout the island, with a local representative team available to offer advice during your stay in Cuba.

The UK team have an excellent knowledge of Cuba and regularly travel to the island to keep ahead of developments in this fascinating destination. We are delighted to introduce our dedicated Cuba brochure to you, although we feel it is purely an introduction to countless travel opportunities that are available through Havanatour UK. We are not able to feature all the hotels we can arrange in this brochure, and so have just featured some. We are looking forward to offering our expert service and helping to arrange your trip to Cuba.

Tailor-Made Travel

Car Hire

Whatever your requirements, our specialist team of travel consultants have the expertise to design an itinerary to suit your needs. We are able to book and advise you on an extensive range of hotels throughout the island, create itineraries around self drive or private car hire, as well as a comprehensive network of transfers and domestic flights.

Car hire is an enjoyable and independent way of seeing Cuba and the roads outside the main cities have very light traffic, giving you ample opportunity to explore the many small towns and villages or seek out a secluded beach.

The vehicles are modern and range from modest, compact models to top of the range saloons. In high season vehicles are in great demand, so we recommend booking well in advance.

Escorted Tours Our very popular and well established Pearl of the Caribbean tour visits Cuba’s unique historic capital Havana, the colonial cities of Cienfuegos and Trinidad, Che Guevara’s mausoleum in Santa Clara and the picturesque tobacco growing region of Vinales Valley.

Our Cradle of the Revolution tour explores Eastern Cuba including Bayamo, the site of the War of Independence, Santiago de Cuba, a fascinating and diverse city, and Baracoa, the oldest colonial town in the Americas.

Private Itineraries

Transfers If car hire is not your preferred method of travel, we have a large network of transfers across the whole island. This way we can tailor make you an itinerary that does not involve self drive.

Pre-Bookable Excursions Havanatour are delighted to be able to offer a selection of excursions that can be booked before you leave home.

If you would rather relax and let someone else do the driving, we are able to tailor any desired itinerary in a private vehicle with a driver and English speaking guide. Please contact us if this interests you, even for a few days of your holiday, and we will do the rest.

Havanatour are fully bonded with the Civil Aviation Authority and hold both an ATOL and IATA licence, so you can be sure that all your money paid and holiday arrangements are secure. In addition we are a member of the highly respected Caribbean Tourism Organisation.

Flights

Many of the flights and flight-inclusive holidays in this brochure are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. But ATOL protection does not apply to all holiday and travel services listed in this brochure. Please ask us to confirm what protection may apply to your booking. If you do not receive an ATOL Certificate then the booking will not be ATOL protected. If you do receive an ATOL Certificate but all the parts of your trip are not listed on it, those parts will not be ATOL protected.

A number of respected scheduled carriers fly to Havana with a wide choice of regional departures throughout the UK. We are also able to arrange domestic flights for flying within Cuba.

Specialist Activities Havanatour are able to arrange more specialist trips, for example Birdwatching, Diving, Fishing, Golf, Salsa and Trekking.

Please see our booking conditions for information, or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate 4636

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Map of Cuba

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Pre-Bookable Excursions

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Specialist Activities

10 Cradle of The Revolution 11 Pearl of The Caribbean 12 Weddings and Honeymoons 14 Havana 23 Varadero 33 Cayos 38 Holguin 42 Alternative Beaches 44 Eastern Cuba 46 Central Cuba 50 Western Cuba

MATANZAS

Cuba

LA HABANA East Havana Beaches Marina Hemingway

Havana

Varadero

Matanzas

Soroa

Las Terrazas

Artemisa

Caibarien

Parque Nacional Peninsula de Zapata

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Sancti Spíritus

El Nicho Topes de Collantes Peninsula Ancón

PINAR DEL RÍO

Torre de Iznaga

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Baracoa

Golf

Observation Points (birds)

Bayamo

Yachting

One of the gateways to the Sierra Maestra Mountains and a major influence in Cuba’s long history, the city is well worth exploring.

Nautical Sports

Sierra Maestra Mountains

A must! Trinidad is a UNESCO World Heritage Site boasting many stunning examples of preserved colonial architecture.

Varadero Varadero is an excellent beach destination that can cater for both the most relaxed and the more energetic visitor.

Vinales Valley Vinales Valley possesses Cuba’s best tobacco growing region and it is also home to rare endemic species of flora and fauna.

Playa Santa Lucia Nuevitas

LAS TUNAS Santa Lucia

Playa Covorrubias

Gibara

The Old Quarter of Camaguey is the largest historic centre in the country. Camaguey is a perfect place to stop for those travelling across Cuba.

Playa Guardalavaca

HOLGUÍN

Holguín

Las Tunas

CAMAGÜEY

Cayo Saetia

Cueto Mayari

Cayo Santa Maria/ Cayo Coco/ Cayo Guillermo Jardines del Rey is a collection of archipelagoes consisting of around 400 small keys which can be accessed by air or a causeway from the mainland. These three keys offer unspoilt beaches and luxury hotels.

Litoral Norte de Holguin Playa Esmeralda

Playa Pesquero

Guardalavaca

Camaguey

Diving

Areas for Fishing

The resting place of Che Guevara, Santa Clara is a typical Cuban town with memories of the Revolution.

Trinidad

Camagüey

Provincial Boundaries

Main Road

Santa Clara

Cayo Sabinal Parque Nacional Sierra de Cubitas

CIEGO DE AVILA

Baracoa is the oldest town in Cuba and marks the site of Columbus’ first landing. Some of the locals are the direct descendants of the native Taino tribe, as it is the only region where they were not completely wiped out by invaders.

Cruises

The Sierra del Rosario Ecological Reserve is the largest UNESCO protected area in the Caribbean and coordinates extensive conservation and reforestation work.

Sierra Maestra is popular with hikers and nature lovers, and there is the opportunity to follow the trail of Castro’s rebel headquarters.

SANCTI SPIRITUS (Municipio Especial)

Tourist Destinations

Sierra del Rosario

Ciego de Ávila

ISLA DE LA JUVENTUD

Other Towns

Relatively untouched by tourism, visitors will get a real feel for Cuban provincial life and have the chance to observe cigar making at the local factory.

Jatibonico

CIENFUEGOS Playa Larga

Pinar del Rio

Moròn

Trinidad

Airports

Havana is one of the most fascinating cities in the world and we strongly recommend a few days stay to explore the exquisite Spanish architecture, narrow cobbled streets or the famous mural of Che Guevara.

Cienfuegos

Pa unta

Colonial Cities

Havana

Remedios

Playa Girón

Provincial Capitals

Escambray National Park rises up to a height of some 1140 metres above sea level and forms an area of outstanding beauty with magnificent views of Trinidad and the Ancon Peninsula beyond.

Playa Larga

La Fe

Beaches

Topes de Collantes

Santiago is home to many citizens of French and African descent, giving it quite a different feel to Havana, and the city is well known for its love of music and dance, culminating in the annual carnival in July.

Cayo Coco

Santa Clara

Guamà

Playa Colorada

Capital of the Republic

Santiago de Cuba

Holguin, home of the famous Cuban music, has many historic plazas, being named ‘the City of Parks’.

Cayo Guillermo

Cayo Las Brujas

Jagüey Grande

Crocodile Farm

Map Key

Holguin

The beautiful low key resort of Guardalavaca is characterised by undulating hills, peaceful lagoons and quiet, undeveloped white beaches.

Cayo Santa Maria

San Diego de Los Banos

Pinar del Río

Maria la Gorda

Guardalavaca

This is a replica village set in the middle of Treasure Lake that pays homage to the Taino, the last of the native Indians to live in Cuba.

Here you can take a boat trip to the village and museum.

San Antonio de los Banos

La Moka

Vinales

Cabo de San Antonio

VILLA CLARA

Sierra Morena

Mariel

La Palma Valle de Vindes

Jibacoa

Valle de Yumuri

Cayo Levisa

Cayo Jutias

Marina Tararà

Cayo Punta Arenas

Bacunayagua Bridge

Guama

Moa Nibujón

Baracoa Manzanillo

GRANMA

Bartolomé Masó

Cienfuegos Cuba’s so called ‘Pearl of the South’, the city is a mixture of French and Cuban spirit.

Bayamo

Parque Nacional Sierra Maestra Santo Marea del Domingo Portillo

Niquero

Cabo Cruz

El Cobre

Granjita Siboney

Santiago de Cuba

Pilón

Guantánamo La Gran Piedra

Parque Baconao Baconao

GUANTÁNAMO SANTIAGO DE CUBA

Punta de Maisi

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Pre-Bookable Excursions

Half-Day and Full-Day Havana City Tours

Tropicana The Tropicana Cabaret is Cuba’s oldest and most famous Cabaret located in Havana. Known as the ‘Paradise under the Stars’, it opened in 1931 and has been pleasing crowds ever since. Surrounded by lush vegetation, you can enjoy a glittering spectacle featuring over 200 singers, dancers, musicians and vocalists.

Taking in the essential sights of Old Havana, our half-day city tours capture the colonial spirit of Cuba’s remarkable capital city. Dating back to the 16th century, Old Havana is steeped in history and flanked by old colonial buildings.

Our walking tours will take you to the impressive Museum of the Revolution housed in the former Presidential Palace; where you can learn more about Cuba’s revolutionary history leading up to the present day. Continue past the impressive Capitolio building and through the fascinating narrow cobblestone streets in the heart of the old city, making many stops to admire the sights. The tour includes a cigarette rolling demonstration by a specialist and a visit to the Plaza de Armas and Plaza de la Catedral, both of which preserve a charming colonial ambiance and some of the finest architecture in Cuba.

The Tropicana show can be booked with or without dinner, and can also be arranged with transfers if staying at a hotel in Havana.

Tropicana shows start at approximately 21:00, but if you choose the option with dinner included, then you will need to arrive earlier.

Dolphin Trip from Varadero

If you decide to book the full day city tour, lunch will take place at the impressive restaurant El Patio, overlooking Plaza de la Catedral, followed by a visit to the Havana Club Rum Museum. The tour will finish with a ride in an Old American car that will take you for a unique panoramic drive along the Malecon and Modern Havana, including the Che Guevara Mural and a short stop at Jose Marti Memorial.

Crucero del Sol is one of the most popular excursions in Varadero as it includes a show with dolphins, snorkelling and swimming offshore in crystal clear water and a delicious seafood lunch in Cayo Blanco, a small deserted key. The open bar on board the vessel and extended stay in Cayo Blanco mean you only need to bring your sun protection cream with you.

Full-Day Tour of Vinales with Visit to Las Terrazas

Cannon Ceremony This excursion includes dinner in one of Havana’s most respected restaurants, followed by the cannon ceremony at 21:00, one of the best tourist spectacles in the city. The ceremony dates back to the 18th century when the firing of cannons signified that all the city gates were closing.

Our tour of the picturesque Vinales Valley offers a unique look at Cuba’s main tobacco growing region. Departing early from Havana, you will travel through Pinar del Rio province, an area characterised by rolling tropical countryside, small fertile valleys and dramatic limestone flat-topped mountains, known as ‘mogotes’. After a late morning arrival at Vinales Valley there will be a subterranean boat ride through El Indio limestone cave. After lunch in a countryside restaurant, you will continue to the breathtaking viewpoint of Los Jazmines before returning to Havana with a stop en route at the Sierra del Rosario Ecological Reserve and the chance to swim in the San Juan River followed by a traditional dinner at the house of a local farmer.

Today young militia men, dressed in 18th century military uniforms, perform the ceremony with great dignity and pride, loading and firing the cannon with gunpowder over Havana Bay.

Hemingway

3 Day Mini -Tour The tour, which starts and ends in Havana, consists of 3 main regions in Cuba: Santa Clara, Trinidad and Cienfuegos which are rich in history, provide breathtaking sceneries, wonderful local people, customs and delightful places to visit.

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The tour runs for 2 nights/3 days, giving you the opportunity to explore Cuba in a nutshell; visit the final resting place of Che Guevara and appreciate the superbly preserved architecture of Trinidad and Cienfuegos.

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Transfer in an old classic car or taxi to the Ernest Hemingway Museum (Finca Vigia), where you can appreciate the personal items that belonged to the famous writer. You will then transfer to Cojimar, a fishing village which was used as inspiration for the novel ‘The Old Man and the Sea’. Lunch will be provided in a local seafood restaurant. Afterwards the tour will continue to Bodeguita del Medio, Hemingway’s favourite bar, to drink Mojito, to the Floridita restaurant, where the writer created the famous drink Daiquiri, concluding with a stop at Hotel Ambos Mundos, where you can see the room that the author used during his stays in Cuba and where he wrote part of his novel ‘For Whom the Bell Tolls’.

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Trekking The best regions for hiking are Vinales, Sierra del Rosario, Topes de Collantes and the Sierra Maestra Mountains.

The Escambray Mountains, known as Topes de Collantes, are an area of outstanding beauty with a host of protected tree species and abundant bird life. These can be viewed along the many hiking trails available, as can the spectacular waterfall Salto de Caburni, 75 metres high.

The Moka Hotel in the Sierra del Rosario offers a wide range of pre-bookable trekking options including some lasting a number of days with the chance to camp under the stars.

The Zapata National Park in Matanzas region also provides excellent opportunities for nature lovers, but walkers must be accompanied by a guide and obtain an official entrance permit, available from the National Parks Office in Playa Larga.

Guided excursions are the best method of exploring these areas.

Specialist Activities

Birdwatching Cuba has over 380 species of birds, more than 80% of which can be viewed in the Zapata National Park, 4 hours drive south east of Havana. Cayo Coco is a favourite stopover for migratory birds such as spoonbills and flamingos which can be seen in their thousands feeding in the mudflats and lagoons.

The Bee Hummingbird, the smallest hummingbird in the world, is endemic to Cuba. The mountains of Eastern Cuba also contain several biosphere reserves designed to protect endangered bird life.

Fishing There are several marinas around the resort areas and a variety of vessels can be hired for excursions and fishing trips. Deep sea fishing in Cuba is particularly good off the north-western coast, where species caught may include swordfish, tuna and marlin.

Diving

Cruise

Cuba is one of the Caribbean’s foremost diving sites with numerous shipwrecks and an abundance of coral reefs for both wall and platform dives. The most recognised sites are Cayo Largo, Jardines del Rey archipelago and Maria la Gorda on the western tip of Cuba. Many all-inclusive hotels offer diving lessons for beginners, but for more advanced dives proof of qualifications and fully comprehensive travel insurance are required.

Embark on a beautiful yacht to experience 7 nights and 8 days of pure luxury, history and the most enchanting sceneries of the south east of Cuba. The cruise starts and ends in Cienfuegos.

We at Havanatour are able to arrange a package tour that includes the cruise with a few nights' accommodation in Havana (with a City Tour) and a night in Cienfuegos with free time to explore the city.

Golf

Special Interest Travel

Golf is still a developing activity in Cuba and many courses are currently being planned throughout the island. For the moment, however, there is one 18 hole course recognised by the PGA: the Varadero links course affording wonderful views along the peninsula. Green fees are very reasonable compared to European rates and all equipment can be hired for a modest fee paid locally.

Havanatour can pre-book your tee-off time to ensure those popular early morning and twilight rounds.

Havanatour are able to provide suggestions and itineraries for a wide range of special interest holidays, for example fully escorted cycling tours, salsa dancing, as well as arranging Spanish lessons for beginners and intermediaries.

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Cradle Of The Revolution

Pearl Of The Caribbean

Escorted Tour Escorted Tour Holguin - Bayamo - Santiago - Guantanamo - Baracoa Our Cradle of the Revolution tour explores Eastern Cuba. This includes Bayamo, the site of the Cuban War of Independence; Santiago de Cuba, a fascinating and diverse city, and Baracoa, the oldest colonial town in the Americas.

This tour of Eastern Cuba can be an extension to our very popular Pearl of the Caribbean Tour, which visits Western Cuba.

Clients will need to have domestic flights to and from Havana and Holguin.

Day 1

Upon arrival at Holguin airport from Havana, you will be welcomed by our guide and transferred by bus to the interesting city of Bayamo, which has a nearly five-century-old history. You will enjoy a city tour by horse and carriage (a tradition in Bayamo), which takes in the birthplace of Carlos Manuel de Céspedes, also known as the Homeland’s Father, and a panoramic visit to the house where the Cuban National Anthem (La Bayamesa) was composed and sung for the first time.

Lunch will be taken at restaurant La Bodega, an appreciated restaurant in Bayamo. The day will continue with a walk in Plaza del Himno and a visit to San Salvador Church.

Dinner this evening will be in the hotel, with an overnight stay in Bayamo.

Day 2

After a leisurely breakfast, we will leave Bayamo and head towards Santiago de Cuba to the picturesque church of El Cobre, Cuba’s most sacred pilgrimage site. Locals are adamant that this is the most beautiful location in Cuba and we will take a tour of the church and its many historic gifts bestowed by visitors!

There will also be time to enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery surrounding the church.

Shortly after arriving in Santiago, we will visit the central square, Parque

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Céspedes, Calle Heredia, one of the city’s liveliest streets, and Padre Pico Street, made famous by the intense games of draughts played by the locals.

Afterwards you can enjoy lunch in a traditional Cuban restaurant, followed by a visit to Santa Ifigenia Cemetery to witness the change of guard at Jose Marti Mausoleum, celebrating the national hero.

Dinner this evening will be in the hotel and after dinner there will be an optional visit to one of Cuba’s famous ‘Casa de la Trova’ for live music - Cuban style! Overnight stay in Santiago.

Day 3

After breakfast at the hotel, we will pass by the Moncada Barracks, continuing to Castillo del Morro, a historical fortress offering fantastic views across the Caribbean Sea and the impressive Sierra Maestra Mountains.

Lunch awaits at Cayo Granma, reached by a short boat crossing to where the restaurant looks out across the bay towards Morro Fortress; after lunch there will be time to wander around the small island before heading back to the hotel.

The remainder of the afternoon will be at leisure to explore Santiago de Cuba independently, or relax by the hotel pool. Dinner this evening will be in the hotel with an overnight stay in Santiago.

Day 4

We will leave early in the morning and travel over the breathtaking mountain scenery, past palm fringed bays and sleepy towns towards Guantanamo, a typical Cuban town living in the shadow of the naval base.

After a short orientation tour of Guantanamo, with a chance to take lunch in the city, we will continue to Baracoa, a fascinating and idyllic small town surrounded by beautiful natural scenery where Christopher Columbus landed in Cuba on his first voyage. There will be an orientation tour of Baracoa including the possibility of a stroll down Baracoa’s seafront promenade, the Malecon.

Dinner this evening will be in the hotel, with an overnight stay in Baracoa.

Havana - Santa Clara - Trinidad - Cienfuegos - Sierra del Rosario - Vinales Valley

Day 5

Our carefully prepared guided tour of the most fascinating sights of Cuba is extremely popular due to our regular guaranteed departures throughout the year, with limited group sizes.

The tour will continue with a visit to Rio Toa, Cuba’s widest river which runs through a UNESCO protected reserve where there will be a chance to have a short boat ride up the river and lunch will be taken in the reserve. In the afternoon we will return to Baracoa with a chance to spend some time at leisure before dining in the hotel.

Welcome to Jose Marti Airport from where you will be transferred to Old Havana for your overnight stay at the historic Sevilla Hotel (or upgraded option to luxury Parque Central hotel), situated in an excellent position within a very short walk of Old Havana.

After breakfast we will travel to Finca Duaba, a traditional Cuban farm surrounded by unspoilt tropical scenery, which gives an excellent insight into rural way of life in Cuba.

This evening you will be at leisure to enjoy the local sights and sounds of Baracoa at night.

Day 6

Today we leave Baracoa and travel to Holguin city, stopping on the way at Humboldt National Park where you will have time to enjoy a short break and eat the packed lunch box provided for you.

After lunch we will continue to Holguin, which has the popular title of ‘City of Parks’, where we will visit Parque Flores (named after the flowers that are sold every day) and Parque Calixto Garcia, named after the General who fought in the Cuban War of Independence. You can enjoy some free time before heading for dinner at Hotel Mirador de Mayabe, on the outskirts of the city of Holguin, where the extensive valley surrounding the city can be observed and where you can meet a popular personage - Pancho, the little donkey that drinks beer and chews crunchy chicharrones (pork rinds).

You will afterwards be transferred to Holguin Airport, where the tour ends, for your evening flight back to Havana. **We reserve the right to change the tour at anytime due to local circumstances**

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Day 2

After breakfast we depart for a guided sightseeing tour of Havana. A unique experience, the tour will visit all the major sights of the city including the historic Plaza de Armas and Plaza de la Catedral. We will absorb the atmosphere of the narrow cobblestone streets of Old Havana, flanked by old colonial buildings dating back as far as the 16th century. The tour also includes a visit to the impressive Museum of the Revolution and a stop at the Havana Club Rum Museum where there may be the chance to sample the different rums. You will also see a tobacco rolling demonstration at Conde de Villanueva before experiencing a panoramic tour of El Morro Fortress.

of Santa Clara - the final resting place of Che Guevara. On arrival, we will visit the mausoleum and the museum dedicated to his extraordinary life, followed by a short orientation tour of the city including the train “Tren Blindado” which was attacked in the decisive moments of the Cuban Revolution.

After lunch in a local hotel, we will continue through the Escambray Mountains to Trinidad, a UNESCO Heritage Site and one of the best preserved colonial cities in the world.

Your overnight stay and dinner will be at the beautiful and luxurious Iberostar Grand Hotel, located in the town centre of Trinidad.

Day 4

After a leisurely breakfast, we will explore Trinidad, visiting either Palacio de Cantero or the Romantic Museum. This is followed by a visit to La Canchanchara, a period property dating back to the 18th century, where you can sample the unique Trinidad rum and sugar cane juice cocktail. Lunch will be taken at the Grand Hotel Trinidad and there will also be some time to explore the historic city independently.

Dinner this evening will be taken in the hotel restaurant, with an overnight stay in Trinidad.

Day 5

Lunch will be taken at the famous El Patio restaurant situated in a beautiful location overlooking the historic Cathedral Square in the heart of Old Havana.

Continue to the impressive Revolution Square overlooked by the mural of Ernesto ‘Che’ Guevara; the tour ending with a drive along the Malecon, Havana’s seafront promenade. The remainder of the day will be at leisure to enjoy exploring Old Havana or relaxing by the hotel pool.

After an early breakfast, we will enjoy a tour of Cienfuegos before departing for Pinar del Rio province, an area known throughout the world as Cuba’s main tobacco growing region, where steep sided ‘Mogote’ mountains stand guard over fertile valleys. En route we will stop at Guama where we will take a boat through the mangrove swamps to a replica stilted Taino Indian village on the shores of Treasure Lake. Lunch will be taken in a local countryside restaurant, before continuing to the Moka Hotel, situated deep in the Sierra del Rosario Nature Reserve.

In the evening, dinner will be taken at El Aljibe restaurant specialising in traditional Cuban cuisine and you will stay overnight in Havana.

On arrival, dinner will be served in the hotel restaurant and the remainder of the evening will be free to relax.

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Day 6

After breakfast we will journey east through the sugar plantations for the city

Today we will visit Soroa’s prize attraction, the Orchid Garden, which covers

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3 hectares and claims to be the world’s second largest of its kind, with over 20,000 plants representing over 700 species, 250 of them indigenous to Cuba.

We will then return to the Moka Hotel for optional excursions.

Lunch will be taken at the Buena Vista coffee plantation restaurant, after which a visit will be made to the local community of Las Terrazas where you can buy a locally produced coffee at Maria’s coffee shop on a hill overlooking the village, followed by a cooling swim in the San Juan River.

Dinner will be served in a farmer’s restaurant specialising in Cuban cuisine and set in a peaceful rural setting where you dine at the farmer’s house on his terrace. This overnight stay is in Moka.

Day 7

Today we will depart for the famous Vinales Valley, with stops for absorbing the beauty of the area. We will experience how Cuba’s famous cigars are still handmade by local experts, visiting one of Pinar del Rio’s famous cigar factories.

There will be a subterranean boat ride through the El Indio limestone cave system followed by lunch in the Ranchon San Vicente countryside restaurant.

In the late afternoon, we will return to the Moka Hotel, and dinner will be taken in Cuba’s only restaurant specialising in organic vegetarian cuisine with all ingredients produced within the Las Terrazas community! Many previous visitors have said this is the best restaurant in Cuba; an excellent end to the day. Overnight stay is in Moka.

Day 8

In the morning there will be some free time to enjoy the additional activities on offer at the Moka Hotel and Las Terrazas. After lunch overlooking the lake, the tour ends with transfer either to Havana Airport, a Havana hotel or a Varadero hotel, according to your holiday plans. **We reserve the right to change the tour at anytime due to local circumstances** **Please call us for details on our Cienfuegos tour**

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Weddings and Honeymoons

Weddings If you’re dreaming of a romantic Caribbean ceremony but desire something more exceptional and unique, choosing Cuba as your destination will ensure a truly individual experience.

Perhaps you wish to be married on the beach overlooking turquoise waters, or under a beautiful floral gazebo. Our specially chosen hotels in the paradisal beach resorts of Varadero, Cayo Coco, Cayo Guillermo, Cayo Santa Maria and Guardalavaca can offer you the ultimate location for the wedding of your dreams.

A typical wedding package can include: • Room with a beautiful view for bride and groom • Bottle of Champagne in your room on the day of arrival • Personalised wedding coordinator service • Register fees • Civil judge • Wedding certificate • Decoration of ceremonial area with flower arrangements for the wedding table • Bride’s bouquet and groom’s boutonniere • Decorated wedding cake • Toast with Champagne during your ceremony • Live music during your ceremony • Dinner in one of the hotel’s speciality restaurants • Hotel room decoration after the wedding • Gift in the room • Romantic dinner for the bride and groom Furthermore, our specialised team are poised to help organise your stay in Cuba including the arrangements for your guests – both group and individual bookings.

What you need to know about marrying in Cuba: • Your wedding will need to be arranged at least four weeks prior to your arrival date in Cuba.

• You will need to be in Cuba at least four working days before your wedding day.

• You will need to supply a copy of your passports (of the bride and groom) and a copy of the passports of your witnesses (witnesses cannot be relatives, and they should be older than 18 years).

• If you are divorced you will need to supply divorce certificates.

• If you are a widow(er), marriage certificate and death certificate of the spouse will need to be supplied.

• If divorced or widow(er); these documents must be translated into Spanish and authenticated by the Cuban Consulate in the country they were issued. Extra charges may apply for this.

Honeymoons Why not begin your new life together on the beautiful beaches of Cuba? We have hotels that offer the perfect honeymoon.

A typical honeymoon package can include: • Private check-in • Upgraded room • Cava and chocolates upon arrival in your room • Romantic honeymoon dinner for the couple • Special gift You might wish to add some cultural days to your honeymoon by combining sightseeing of historical Old Havana with time spent relaxing together on the beach.

Please look for hotels with the Weddings and Honeymoons logo throughout the brochure.

Please note the Honeymoon offer is for anyone married within six months of taking a trip to Cuba and is subject to the Marriage Certificate being shown upon arrival. **Both Wedding and Honeymoon packages are subject to change** **Please call us to discuss your Wedding or Honeymoon requirements**

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Havana can be divided into four main areas: the Old Quarter, which as the name suggests is the historic heart of the city and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982. Central Havana contains the famous Paseo del Prado, Capitolio building and many outstanding museums. Vedado is the modern political and cultural centre including Revolution Square. Finally, Miramar, to the west, is Havana’s most elegant quarter whose main treelined avenue, Quinta Avenida, is flanked by magnificent villas; many now home to foreign embassies.

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Memorial to Jose Marti The scene of many huge rallies and parades, Revolution Square is home to several important government buildings but is also famous for its huge obelisk commemorating Jose Marti, the famous patriot and forger of Cuba’s independence. Completed in 1959, the memorial houses a small museum and a multi purpose chamber for concerts and other events. Visitors can take a trip to the top of the obelisk, which measures 138 metres above sea level, providing panoramic views over the city.

Museums Some of Havana’s more notable museums include the National Museum of Decorative Arts which is housed in a former mansion and exhibiting collections of china, furniture and paintings from the 17th and 18th centuries. The Museum of the City of Havana’s collection provides a fascinating insight into the history of the city from its founding to the present day.

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This museum is housed in the former Presidential Palace and commemorates Cuba’s historic heritage. It includes the Granma Memorial, the boat used by Castro and his followers in 1956 to travel from Mexico to Cuba to begin the struggle against the then dictator Fulgencio Batista.

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This historic square, where the Spaniards were reputed to have started their first settlement in 1519, was home to the city’s most prominent personalities as well as colonial government offices. Attractions include the Palacio de los Capitanes Generales, a stunning baroque building where the Spaniards surrendered to the US in 1898 which now houses the History Museum and the monument to Columbus, the oldest statue in Cuba dating back to 1892 and modelled on a portrait still on display in the National Museum in Madrid. Not forgetting the Templete which is a neoclassical building marking the spot where the first mass was supposedly held after the founding of the city, the Castillo de la Real Fuerza, Havana’s oldest military fortress and one of the first built in the New World, and the Palacio del Segundo Cabo, a beautifully preserved example of the city’s 17th century architecture which once housed the Senate and Supreme Court.

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This square is in the heart of the city and is a fascinating place to sit and watch the world go by. It is flanked by the Paseo del Prado, the city’s most elegant promenade characterised by its imposing bronze lions and by the Capitolio building with its breathtaking, beautiful vaulted ceilings and majestic halls. You will also find the Gran Teatro which was constructed in 1915.

This glorious building, which towers next to the Inglaterra hotel, was erected in Renaissance/ Rococo style and was built using mortar which, at that time, was a novel technique which allowed for a much greater detail of craftmanship.

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1 . Parque Central 2 . Sevilla 3 . Plaza 4 . Park View 5 . Telegrafo 6 . Inglaterra 7 . Saratoga 8 . O’ Farrill 9 . Hostal del Tejadillo 10 . Santa Isabel 11 . Conde de Villanueva 12 . Valencia 13 . Los Frailes 14 . Raquel 15 . Ambos Mundos 16 . Florida 17 . Palacio de San Felipe

The National Museum of Fine Arts exhibits Cuban and European art from the 17th century to the present as well as ancient pieces from Egypt, Greece and Rome. The National Museum of Natural History has invaluable collections of flora and fauna from Cuba and other parts of the world, as well as an anthropology room with valuable Cuban Indian archaeology depicting the daily life of these ancestors. The National Music Museum is where visitors can learn about the history of Cuban and World music and observe a unique collection of original scores and rare and curious instruments from the past.

Tropicana This world famous show features a troupe of over 200 performers dressed in flamboyant costumes and takes place in the open air ‘Salon Bajo Las Estrellas’ (Under the Stars) nightly at 21:00. An extravaganza not to be missed!

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Parque Central

Saratoga

Santa Isabel

Nacional

Melia Habana

Melia Cohiba

This hotel stands in the heart of Old Havana, just a few minutes from the Capitolio and several major tourist attractions. The hotel combines a Spanish colonial style and a more modern section of the building, connected via an underground tunnel, both with rooftop swimming pools. Located in the very heart of this historic city, guests can enjoy excellent international standards and service. The colonial section of the hotel overlooks Havana’s tree-lined Parque Central.

The Saratoga is a grand property established behind the original neoclassical facade dating from the 1930s and stands in a commanding position with spectacular views of the famous Partagas cigar factory, Capitolio building and the Gran Teatro. The hotel style echoes the original in many details with its grand entrance, soaring central atrium and French windows with mahogany shutters.

Enjoying the most privileged position in Havana’s Plaza de Armas colonial square in the very centre of Old Havana, the Santa Isabel was originally the palace of the Count of Santovenia and became Havana’s most elegant hotel in 1867.

Home to many famous visitors over the years, this property retains its original elegance and splendour, as well as offering guests wonderful views from its terrace; including Havana’s imposing fortresses over the water and the towering statue of Christ overlooking the city from across the bay.

The hotel Nacional de Cuba is arguably the most distinguished hotel in Cuba. Dating back to the 1930s, the Nacional continues to play host to a procession of celebrities who come to enjoy its colonial ambience, exquisite décor and good facilities. Situated in an excellent location overlooking the Malecon and Havana coastline, the hotel is set amidst landscaped gardens and is in the centre of the city, within easy reach of the major areas of interest.

The Melia Habana is situated in the elegant district of Miramar, just 15 minutes from the airport and very close to Havana’s International Conference Centre. The hotel is very tastefully designed with a large, fountain-filled lobby and spacious bedrooms, many of which overlook the ocean. A free shuttle operates 6 times daily, 7 days a week, into the Old Quarter of the city.

Situated in the Vedado area of Havana overlooking the Malecon, this 22-storey hotel offers high level facilities and services and is especially popular with business clients. An ideal choice for those seeking international standards within the city.

HHHHH Old Havana

Accommodation :

427 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

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HHHHH Old Havana

Facilities :

• Childcare Facilities • Conference/Meeting Rooms • Currency Exchange • Fitness Room • Massage • 2 Roof Top Pools

Restaurants and Bars :

• Buffet • Italian • Snack Bars • Steak House • 3 Bars, including Cigar Bar

Accommodation :

96 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Radio • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

HHHHH Old Havana

Facilities :

• Business Centre • Concierge • Fitness Room • Pool • Spa • Wi Fi

Restaurants and Bars :

• Cuban • International • 2 Bars

Accommodation :

27 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

HHHHH Vedado

Facilities :

• Laundry Service • Shop • Solarium • TV Room • Wi Fi

Restaurants and Bars :

• A La Carte Restaurant • Cafeteria • 1 Bar

Accommodation :

426 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

HHHHH Vedado

HHHHH Miramar

Facilities :

• Business Centre • Cabaret • Conference/Meeting Room • Currency Exchange • Facilities For Physically Disabled Persons • Internet Access • Massage • Pool • Roof Top Terrace • Sauna

Restaurants and Bars :

• A La Carte • Buffet • Cafeteria • 3 Bars

Accommodation :

397 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Business Centre • Childcare Facilities • Concierge • Currency Exchange • Fitness Room • Medical Service • Pool • Sauna • Wi Fi

Restaurants and Bars :

• Buffet • International • Italian • Oriental • Snack Bar • 4 Bars

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Accommodation :

462 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Business Centre • Childcare Facilities • Concierge • Currency Exchange • Facilities For Physically Disabled Persons • Fitness Room • Gift Shop • Indoor Parking Area • Laundry Service • Medical Service • Pool • Sauna • Shop • Spa • Tourist Desk • Wi Fi

Restaurants and Bars :

• Barbecue • International • Italian • Mediterranean • Snack Bar • 6 Bars

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Palacio de San Felipe

Tryp Habana Libre

Occidental Miramar

Sevilla

Plaza

Terral

Located on the corner of Oficios and the Amargura street facing the Plaza San Francisco, this hotel was constructed in the 18th century, when it was owned by Don Sebastian de Peñalver. In the early 19th century, the property was passed on to the successors of the fourth Marquis of San Felipe and Santiago.

This landmark property was built in the 1950s by Hilton Hotels and was recently refurbished in a sympathetic style to maintain the atmosphere of the era, when it played host to many famous figures. The hotel commands an outstanding position overlooking the Malecon and its atrium lobby buzzes with atmosphere.

A modern and comfortable hotel, the Occidental Miramar occupies a commanding position on Havana’s most famous avenue, Quinta Avenida, in the city’s residential and diplomatic district and is only 10 minutes from Old Havana.

A free shuttle runs 4 times daily.

Dating back to 1908, the Sevilla still retains its outstanding architectural beauty whilst providing guests with all the comforts of a modern hotel. The hotel is ideally located very close to Old Havana, allowing easy access by foot to the varied sights, restaurants and bars of the Old City. The exquisite Roof Garden restaurant provides superb views over Old Havana.

Situated on the corner of Parque Central and a short walk from Old Havana, the Plaza is an elegant hotel conserved in a neoclassical style. Guests can enjoy a beautiful lobby dominated by ornate sculptures or the rooftop café bar, offering a panoramic view of Havana.

The Terral Hotel is located along the Malecon, offering exceptional views out to sea and only a short distance to the Old Town.

HHHHH Old Havana

Accommodation :

27 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Baby Cots (on request) • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Laundry • Roof Top Terrace • Shop • 24 Hour Reception

Restaurants and Bars :

• A La Carte • 1 Bar

HHHHH Vedado

Accommodation :

572 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Baby Cots (on request) • Balcony • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Beauty Salon • Business Centre • Childcare Facilities • Cigar House • Concierge • Conference/Meeting Rooms• Currency Exchange • Disco • Facilities For Physically Disabled Persons • Gift Shop • Internet Access • Medical Service • Pool • Shop

Restaurants and Bars :

• Buffet • Cuban • International • Oriental • 2 Bars

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HHHH Miramar

Accommodation :

427 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Cable TV • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Beauty Salon • Currency Exchange • Games Room • Gift Shop • Fitness Room • Live Entertainment • Medical Service • Pools • Sauna • Solarium • Wi Fi

Restaurants and Bars :

• A La Carte • Buffet • Snack Bar • 2 Bars

HHHH Old Havana

Accommodation :

178 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

HHHH Old Havana

Facilities :

• Conference/Meeting Room • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Facilities For Physically Disabled Persons • Internet Access • Pool • Roof Top Terrace • Sauna

Restaurants and Bars :

Accommodation : 188 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

HHHH Malecon

Facilities :

• Childcare Facilities • Currency Exchange • Laundry Service • Shop

Restaurants and Bars :

• A La Carte • Buffet • 2 Bars

Accommodation :

14 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Sea View Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Interconnecting Rooms • Internet Access • Laundry & Dry Cleaning

Restaurants and Bars :

• International Cuisine • Roof Top Terrace • 2 Bars

• A La Carte • Cafeteria • 2 Bars

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Florida

O’ Farrill

Ambos Mundos

Telegrafo

Conde de Villanueva

Raquel

On the narrow and bustling ‘Calle Obispo’, this small, intimate hotel has been recently renovated and captures beautifully the charm of this historic city. Built in 1835 for a wealthy merchant, the hotel boasts fascinating architecture, sumptuous furnishings and a high interior courtyard with a beautiful stained glass skylight.

This neoclassical building, located very close to Cathedral Square and the waterfront, was first established in the 18th century by Richard O’Farrill, a wealthy merchant from Ireland whose descendants held important public positions during Cuba’s subsequent colonial period. Awarded a Class 1 Heritage Degree, the property has been lovingly refurbished floor by floor to reflect all the architectural changes made from the 18th to the 20th century.

This hotel was once the home of Ernest Hemingway and its refurbishment rekindles those images of Havana’s 1930s past. Ambos Mundos is in the very heart of Old Havana and is located in an area that has become a central point boasting bars, restaurants and pavement cafes. The Ambos Mundos is surrounded by buildings dating back as far as the 16th century.

Conveniently situated overlooking Parque Central and the Prado promenade, this famous hotel dating from 1888 has now been restored to its former glory. Characterised by its beautiful Art Deco style, the hotel features a unique lobby bar created within the old ruins of the original courtyard. Airy and sumptuous, this property offers true comfort for the discerning traveller.

This 18th century property has only 9 rooms and is an intimate haven for cigar aficionados. As well as the traditional smokers lounge, every room is named after a tobacco plantation. As you would expect, its cigar shop is one of the best in Havana.

Located between Plaza Vieja and Plaza San Francisco in the heart of the Old Quarter, this beautiful mansion dates back to the beginning of the last century and has been recently restored to its original Art Nouveau style.

A small, intimate property, it provides a convenient and comfortable base from which to explore all the sights of Old Havana.

HHHH Old Havana

Accommodation : 25 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Mini Bar • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

HHHH Old Havana

Facilities :

Accommodation :

Restaurants and Bars :

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

• Laundry • Room Service • Shop

• Restaurant • 1 Bar

38 rooms.

HHHH Old Havana

Facilities :

• Internet Access • Laundry • Room Service • Shop • Solarium • TV Room • 24 Hour Reception

Restaurants and Bars :

• A La Carte • 1 Bar

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HHHH Old Havana

Accommodation : Accommodation : 52 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

Facilities :

• Laundry • Roof Top Terrace • Room Service • 24 Hour Reception

Restaurants and Bars :

• A La Carte • Lobby Bar • 2 Bars

63 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

HHHH Old Havana

Facilities :

• Business Centre • Medical Services • Tour Booking Desk

Restaurants and Bars :

• Restaurant • 1 Bar

Accommodation :

9 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Cigar Shop • Cigar Smokers Lounge • Conference/Meeting Rooms • Gallery • Internet Access • Laundry Service

Restaurants and Bars :

• A La Carte • Cafeteria • 1 Bar

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HHHH Old Havana

Accommodation :

25 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Currency Exchange • Internet Access • Laundry Service • Roof Top Terrace • Sauna • 24 Hour Reception

Restaurants and Bars :

• A La Carte • 1 Lobby Bar

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Park View

Hostal del Tejadillo

HHH Old Havana

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Vedado

Varadero

HHHHH Vedado

Varadero is located on the 18 km peninsula of Punta Hicacos and attracts many visitors who are drawn to its almost uninterrupted stretch of white sandy beaches.

Interesting Places As well as the facilities and water sports that the all-inclusive hotels offer, you can also see or do the following:

Parque Josone Parque Josone is a beautiful park laid out around an old mansion, privately owned before the Revolution. Also in the grounds are three restaurants, several open air bars, a swimming pool and rowing boats for rent on the lake.

Varadero Golf Club

The Varadero Golf Club is an attractive 18 hole course which offers beautiful views over the sea. Golf carts, clubs and caddies are all available for hire and classes are also offered. Havanatour can pre-book your tee-off time to ensure those popular early morning and twilight times (subject to availability).

Varadero’s Marinas

This property recently opened after an extensive refurbishment, having originally opened in 1928. It is located just off Paseo del Prado, Old Havana’s famous promenade, and provides a comfortable and handy location for those wishing to explore the Old Quarter on foot.

Accommodation : 55 rooms.

• Bathroom • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

Facilities :

• Internet Access • Tourist Desk

Restaurants and Bars :

• Restaurant • 1 Lobby Bar

Within 100 metres of the Plaza de la Catedral, the hotel consists of three restored 18th and 19th century mansions.

Whilst conveniently situated, the property offers a peaceful respite from the bustle of Old Havana in its two internal courtyards, which are laid out with cool vegetation and trickling fountains.

Accommodation :

32 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Room Service • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

Accommodation :

Restaurants and Bars :

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

• Tour Booking Desk • TV Room

• Restaurant • 1 Bar

Varadero’s marinas offer a variety of water sports including diving, snorkelling, deep sea fishing trips and catamaran cruises to desert islands off the coast. Please do call Havanatour for more information on what activities we can pre-book for you (subject to availability).

This hotel is located in the Vedado area near the Malecon and guarantees its guests the utmost privacy and the tranquility of life away from the rest of the world. Opened in 1952, the services provided by the hotel and its prime location have made Vedado a comfortable property with a peaceful atmosphere.

203 rooms.

Dupont Mansion

Hacienda-style Dupont Mansion is set on a headland with spectacular views of the peninsula from its top floor bar which now houses private dining rooms and a few exclusive bedrooms. Fitted with marble flooring and beautiful antiques, it is well worth a visit.

Facilities :

• Currency Exchange • Evening Entertainment • Gallery • Internet Access • Massage • Pool • Shop

Things To Do In The Evening

Restaurants and Bars :

If you want to venture outside your hotel, you could visit the following:

La Rumba

• A La Carte • Cafeteria • 2 Bars

La Rumba is a very popular club; a modest entrance fee covers drinks all night and it is close enough to many hotels that you can easily walk back. If not, there are plenty of taxis outside.

Tropicana

Tropicana is an excellent show worthy of its ‘big brother’ in Havana and features the cream of Cuba’s performers. A flamboyant spectacle reflecting the heydays of the 1950s, the exotic costumes and wonderful choreography make this show an unforgettable experience.

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Paradisus Varadero

Paradisus Princesa del Mar Resort & Spa

HHHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

HHHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

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This sumptuous 5-star, all-inclusive hotel is located on Punta Frances beach, one of the best sections of the Varadero peninsula where the lush vegetation gives a wonderful feeling of privacy.

All standard rooms are classed as junior suites and enjoy glorious views either of the sea or the beautiful tropical gardens. A section of the hotel offers Royal Service which includes upgraded and private facilities.

Accommodation : 510 rooms of various categories.

Facilities :

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

• Childcare Facilities • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Honeymoons • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Spa • Water Sports • Weddings • 3 Pools

Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

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Iberostar Laguna Azul

• Buffet • Gourmet Cuisine • Grill Mini Buffet • International • Italian • Japanese • Mexican • Oriental • Snack Bar • 10 Bars

HHHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

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The Paradisus Princesa del Mar is one of the most elegant and beautiful all-inclusive resorts in Cuba. This attractive low rise resort is built in colonial style on a glorious stretch of beach and offers the chance to relax in sophisticated, peaceful surroundings. A section of the hotel offers Royal Service which includes upgraded and private facilities, as well as swim-up pool rooms available only at this hotel in Cuba. *Adults 18 years and over*

Accommodation :

630 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Radio • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Iberostar Varadero

HHHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

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The Iberostar Laguna Azul is a newly built 5-star property enjoying a privileged seafront location on Varadero’s beach. This spacious resort caters for a variety of clients, from families and large wedding parties to clients who seek relaxation in the hotel’s spa. Buffets and à la carte restaurants prepare exquisite and elaborate Cuban and international dishes that will please the finest palates.

Facilities :

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• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar (stocked every other day) • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

• Childcare Facilities • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Spa • Water Sports • Weddings • 2 Children’s Pools • 6 Pools

Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Restaurants and Bars :

• Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Honeymoons • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Spa • Water Sports • Weddings • 8 Pools • Caribbean • Cuban • French • International • Italian • Japanese • Oriental • Snack Bar • 2 Gourmet • 10 Bars

814 rooms of various categories.

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The Iberostar Varadero hotel is a luxurious 5-star, all-inclusive accommodation located on the sea, opposite the expansive Varadero beach in Cuba. The quality of its services, its spacious rooms and the wide range of leisure activities make this luxury hotel a perfect choice for an incredible family holiday in Varadero. The hotel has a new Mini Club with Aquatic Park, ideal for children.

In addition, those staying at this hotel can experience the essence of Cuba through its gastronomy and music.

Accommodation : 386 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

• Cuban • International • Italian • Japanese • Snack Bar • 9 Bars

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Facilities :

• Childcare Facilities • Children’s Pool • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Spa • Water Sports • Weddings • 4 Pools

Restaurants and Bars : • Buffet • International • Japanese • Mediterranean • 7 Bars

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Melia Varadero

Melia Marina Varadero

HHHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

Melia Peninsula Varadero

HHHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

HHHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

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Its circular lobby with natural light and three panoramic levels with views of the artificial lake and beautiful hanging gardens are the main attractions of this 5-star, all-inclusive holiday resort. This hotel is located between Las Americas Resort, Meliá Las Americas and Sol Palmeras, a few metres from Varadero Golf Club and next to Plaza America Convention Centre.

Accommodation : 490 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

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A 5-star, all-inclusive complex, consisting of a hotel and apartments located just in front of a marina and approximately 15 minutes from Varadero town. The hotel’s rooms are distributed in a 7-storey building and 4/5-storey condo buildings, all of which provide lifts and overlook the marina and the Punta Hicacos Peninsula. The contemporary design and atmosphere make allegorical references to the world of sailing and the sea.

Facilities :

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Restaurants and Bars :

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Ceiling Fan • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

• Children’s Pool • Club House • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Spa • Water Sports • Weddings • 5 Pools

Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Restaurants and Bars :

• Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Outdoor Sports • Water Sports • Weddings • 3 Pools • Buffet • Grill • International • Japanese • Mexican • Seafood • Steak House • 6 Bars

549 rooms and apartments of various categories.

Melia Las Americas

Facilities :

• Gourmet • Italian • Latin • Oriental • 2 International • 9 Bars

HHHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

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This property was formally known as the Tryp Peninsula and is situated in Punta de Hicacos Natural Park. This luxury property is situated in a peaceful position close to the end of the peninsula and blends harmoniously into its lush surroundings, boasting the very highest standards and a wide range of all inclusive facilities. This hotel is ideal for families, Weddings & Honeymooners, having a separate lounge area to accommodate families.

Accommodation : 581 rooms of various categories.

Facilities :

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • CD Player • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Tea/Coffee Making Facilities• Telephone

• Childcare Facilities • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Facilities For Physically Disabled Persons • Honeymoons • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Pool • Sauna • Water Sports • Weddings • 2 Children’s Pools

Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

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Regarded as one of the most luxurious properties in Varadero, the Melia Las Americas is one of Melia Cuba International’s flagship hotels and is ideal for golfers. Offering a wide choice of all-inclusive facilities in elegant and peaceful surroundings, and situated directly on Varadero beach, the hotel is a perfect choice for the more discerning guest. *Adults 18 years and over*

Accommodation : 340 rooms of various categories.

Facilities :

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Radio • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

• Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Golf Course • Honeymoons • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Spa • Water Sports • Weddings • 4 Pools

Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Restaurants and Bars : • Barbecue • Buffet • Gourmet • Italian • Japanese • 4 Bars

• Barbecue • Buffet • French • Italian • Japanese • Mexican • 8 Bars

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Blau Marina Varadero

Blau Privilege Cayo Libertad

HHHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

Iberostar Playa Alameda

HHHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

HHHHplus All-Inclusive Varadero

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Located next to the Marina Gaviota and a short distance from the Ecological Park at Punta Hicacos, this all-inclusive property opened in February 2005 and offers spacious and comfortable accommodation in beautiful landscaped grounds.

Accommodation : 548 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Ceiling Fan • Hairdryer • Radio • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

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HHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

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A 5-star exclusive hotel for adults only, surrounded by the fabulous beach of Cayo Libertad, this The Iberostar Playa Alameda enjoys a secluded location at the tip of the peninsula and is a visually luxurious hotel is situated in a marvellous location surrounded by lush gardens and wildlife. Here stunning all-inclusive hotel built in a colonial style with beautiful décor. The hotel is located on a you can enjoy stunning sea views, superb service and a comfortable environment. Blau Privilege picturesque stretch of Varadero beach surrounded by tropical gardens.

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Facilities :

• Childcare Facilities • Children’s Pool • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Water Sports • Weddings • 3 Pools

Iberostar Tainos

Accommodation : Accommodation :

80 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Ceiling Fan • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Radio • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Outdoor Sports • Pool • Sauna • Spa • Water Sports • Weddings

Restaurants and Bars : • Caribbean • International • 2 Bars

391 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • CD Player • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone • Tea/Coffee Making Facilities

Facilities :

• Childcare Facilities • Children’s Pool • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Outdoor Sports • Mini Club • Pool • Water Sports • Weddings

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This attractive complex is made up of a hotel and villa type accommodation, in the style of a Caribbean village surrounded by tropical gardens. The complex is located directly on the long fine sandy beach of Varadero.

Accommodation : 272 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar (stocked every other day) • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

• Buffet • Gourmet • Ice Cream Parlour • Italian • Mediterranean • 7 Bars

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• Childcare Facilities • Children’s Pool • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Pools • Sauna • Water Sports

Restaurants and Bars : • Asian • Cuban • International • Pool Restaurant • 5 Bars

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Melia Las Antillas

Blau Varadero

HHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

Barcelo Solymar Arenas Blancas

HHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

HHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

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Located on 6 hectares of exotic tropical vegetation with beautiful water features, this recently refurbished resort offers a full range of all-inclusive features amidst spacious and peaceful surroundings. *Adults 16 years and over*

Accommodation : 350 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Honeymoons • Outdoor Sports • Pools • Sauna • Water Sports • Weddings

Restaurants and Bars :

• Caribbean • Grill/Snack Bar • International • Italian • 5 Bars

The all-inclusive Blau Varadero is built in a distinctive pyramid style design incorporating the most up-to-date facilities, including a very good range of spa treatments. The hotel offers a very calm atmosphere, making it an ideal choice for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Accommodation : 395 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Childcare Facilities • Outdoor Sports • Pools • Water Sports

Restaurants and Bars : • Buffet • Gourmet • Grill • International • 2 Bars

HHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

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This all-inclusive family resort is made up of two hotels, Barcelo Solymar and Barcelo Arenas Blancas, both offering high standards expected of an international chain at a very good price.

Close to the town centre of Varadero and situated on a generous expanse of beach, the property consists of cabana style accommodation as well as rooms in the main part of the hotel.

Accommodation : 883 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Radio • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone • Tea/Coffee Making Facilities Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

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Sol Palmeras

A well-established hotel, the Sol Palmeras commands an excellent beachfront position at the quieter end of the Varadero Peninsula. This all-inclusive hotel is an excellent choice for active couples, singles and families and is surrounded by extensive tropical gardens where peaceful bungalows are situated.

Facilities :

Accommodation :

Restaurants and Bars :

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone • Tea/Coffee Making Facilities

• Childcare Facilities • Children’s Pool • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Water Sports • Weddings • 3 Pools • Asian • Cuban • Italian • Mexican • Spanish • Seafood • 2 Buffets • 11 Bars

608 rooms of various categories.

Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

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• Childcare Facilities • Children’s Pool • Club House • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Spa • Water Sports • 2 Pools

Restaurants and Bars : • Chinese • Italian • Mexican • Seafood • Steak House • 8 Bars

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Villa Cuba

Internacional Hotel

HHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

Cayos

HHHH All-Inclusive Varadero

Jardines del Rey is a collection of archipelagos consisting of around 400 small keys, the most important ones being Cayo Santa Maria, Cayo Coco and Cayo Guillermo.

These stunning keys, with their powder white sands and crystal waters, are perfect for getting away from it all. They are also home to a protected biosphere reserve and a variety of different bird species.

Cayo Santa Maria

Cayo Santa Maria is located on the western end of the Archipiélago de Sabana Camaguey providing 14 km of white sandy beaches. Between 1989 and 1996, a 48 km causeway called ‘El Pedraplen’ was constructed across the Bahia Buena Vista from the port of Caibarien. Paving was completed in 1999, just when Las Brujas Airport was built on Cayo Las Brujas.

Cayo Coco

Villa Cuba is a comfortable and popular all-inclusive property with a distinctive picture window in the lobby, affording a stunning view over the large pool and white sands beyond. Set directly on the beach, the hotel offers a wide range of facilities and caters for all ages, especially family groups who can enjoy a choice of beachfront houses, some with a private pool. The beachfront houses can accommodate between 4 to 12 guests.

Accommodation : 365 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Radio • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Children’s Pool • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Outdoor Sports • Pools • Sauna • Water Sports

Restaurants and Bars : • Buffet • 3 A la Carte Restaurants • 4 Bars

Cayo Coco is a coral key of 230 sq km that lies to the north of Cuba’s mainland. It is blessed by nearly 22 km of beautiful, unspoilt sandy white beaches which are awash with crystal clear waters. The island boasts a rich natural habitat and provides a wildlife refuge for many animals including deer and wild pigs. It is also home to Cuba’s largest colony of flamingos, which can be seen flying overhead at sunrise and sunset during June and July. There are hundreds of other bird species here including herons, humming birds, ibis, egrets and not forgetting the huge numbers of migratory birds.

Directly overlooking one of the most beautiful stretches of Varadero’s pristine beach, this Art Deco style all-inclusive hotel was one of the first properties in Varadero and frequented by many celebrities, including the legendary Frank Sinatra.

Accommodation :

163 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

Facilities :

Cayo Guillermo

• Conference/Meeting Rooms • Outdoor Sports • Pool • Tennis

Cayo Guillermo is a small, quiet island which covers an area of 20 sq km and is particularly good for deep sea fishing. It is the smaller key neighbour of Cayo Coco, with the two islands connected by a bridge.

Restaurants and Bars : • Buffet • International Cuisine • 4 Bars

Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

This key was known as one of Ernest Hemingway’s favourite fishing haunts along with El Pilar beach (notable for its dunes) which was named after Ernest Hemingway’s yacht.

How to get there There are daily domestic flights between Havana and Cayo Coco/Cayo Santa Maria (Cayo Las Brujas) or we can arrange a road transfer which takes you across a 16 km specially constructed causeway. To reach Cayo Guillermo, you need to fly to Cayo Coco.

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Iberostar Ensenachos

HHHHH All-Inclusive Cayo Santa Maria

Melia Buenavista

HHHHH All-Inclusive Cayo Santa Maria

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The hotel is located on Ensenachos key, lined by beaches of breathtaking beauty, and it is only 5 minutes from Las Brujas Airport. This is the only construction on this unspoilt horseshoe shaped key which is just a short distance from two beaches which are awash with crystal clear waters.

Accommodation :

506 rooms of various categories including an Adults Only section.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Cable TV • Ceiling Fan • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Childcare Facilities • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Pools with a Children’s Section • Sauna • Spa • Water Sports • Weddings

Restaurants and Bars :

• Buffet • Gourmet • Italian • Japanese • Mediterranean • Steak House • 7 Bars

HHHHH All-Inclusive Cayo Santa Maria

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This hotel is located in a privileged and ecologically rich location to the east of Cayo Santa Maria and is surrounded by beaches and coves. The entire hotel offers Royal Service, which is recommended for couples, weddings, honeymoons and spa. Royal Service gives guests personalised attention, superior comfort and refinement. *Adults 18 years and over* Accommodation :

105 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Ceiling Fan • Hairdryer • Radio • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Spa • Water Sports* • Weddings • 2 Pools

Restaurants and Bars :

• Caribbean • Gourmet • International • 3 Bars

*Watersports are available at Melia Cayo Santa Maria

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Royalton Cayo Santa Maria

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This 5-star adult only resort is well known for its all-inclusive luxury concept, modern wood style furnishings and tropical Caribbean beach house design. With world class amenities, dedicated staff, a variety of scrumptious dining venues, nearby fitness facilities and stunning sun kissed beachfront location, the Royalton Cayo Santa Maria holds the holiday experience you have been longing for. *Adults 18 years and over* Accommodation :

122 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Ceiling Fan • Hairdryer • Radio • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Spa • Water Sports • Weddings • 2 Pools

Restaurants and Bars :

• Caribbean • International • Romantic Sunset Dining • 4 Bars

Melia Cayo Santa Maria

HHHHH All-Inclusive Cayo Santa Maria

Melia Las Dunas

HHHHH All-Inclusive Cayo Santa Maria

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Named after the Santa Maria key which is part of the Jardines del Rey archipelago, the hotel is located directly on a beautiful strip of extensive white sands and crystal clear waters. The Melia Cayo Santa Maria hotel is surrounded by lush vegetation and a rich variety of endemic fauna. This 5-star, all-inclusive property enjoys one of the most exotic locations in the Caribbean.

Accommodation :

358 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Beauty Salon • Children’s Pool • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Hairdresser • Massage • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Water Sports • Weddings • 2 Pools

Restaurants and Bars :

• Buffet • French • Grill • Italian • Japanese • Mediterranean • Snack Bar • 4 Bars

Sol Cayo Santa Maria

HHHH All-Inclusive Cayo Santa Maria

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Hotel Melia Las Dunas opened its doors in late 2006 as an all-inclusive resort centrally located on Cayo Santa Maria and it is known for its quiet, pristine beaches and natural unspoilt beauty.

Accommodation :

925 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Tea/Coffee Making Facilities Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

The all-inclusive Sol Cayo Santa Maria, was the first luxury hotel to be established on the exotic key of Santa Maria, a peaceful, untouched island declared a biosphere reserve

by UNESCO and the perfect place to “get away from it all” amongst the same lush tropical vegetation.

Facilities :

• Childcare Facilities • Children’s Pool • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Hairdresser • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Spa • Water Sports • Weddings • 3 Pools

Restaurants and Bars :

• A La Carte • Barbecue • Buffet • Cuban • Italian • 5 Bars

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Accommodation :

300 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Children’s Playground • Children’s Pool • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Jacuzzi • Massage & Physiotherapy • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Shops • Water Sports • 2 Pools

Restaurants and Bars :

• Buffet • Cuban • Italian • 4 Bars

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Melia Cayo Coco

Iberostar Cayo Coco

HHHHH All-Inclusive Cayo Coco

HHHH plus All-Inclusive Cayo Coco

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This superior property overlooks a beautiful white sandy beach and a natural lagoon in luxurious and picturesque surroundings, and offers a comprehensive range of facilities with a touch of elegance. *Adults 18 years and over* Accommodation :

250 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Sol Cayo Coco

Facilities :

• Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Jacuzzi • Massage • Outdoor Sports • Pool • Sauna • Steam Room • Water Sports • Weddings

Restaurants and Bars :

• Barbecue • Buffet • International • Italian • 6 Bars, including Music Bar

HHHH All-Inclusive Cayo Coco

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Located in a quiet area of Jardines del Rey surrounded by a lush natural landscape, the hotel is situated right on what is classed as one of the finest sandy beaches in Cuba.

Accommodation :

338 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Beauty Salon • Childcare Facilities • Children’s Pool • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Jacuzzi • Massage • Mini Club • Pools • Spa • Water Sports • Weddings

Restaurants and Bars :

• Asian • Beach Restaurant • Buffet • Italian • Steak House • 5 Bars, including a Cigar Bar

The Sol Cayo Coco is situated directly on a beautiful stretch of beach offering a comprehensive range of all-inclusive facilities and entertainment, and is a particularly good option for families.

Accommodation :

269 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Baby Club • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Games Room • Massage • Mini Club • Multi Sports Court • Playground • Sauna & Whirlpool • Shops • Water Sports • 2 Pools with a Children’s Section

Restaurants and Bars :

• Buffet • Cuban • International • 6 Bars

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Melia Cayo Guillermo

Iberostar Daiquiri

HHHHH All-Inclusive Cayo Guillermo

HHHH All-Inclusive Cayo Guillermo

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This elegant all-inclusive property overlooks the beautiful white sands of El Paso Beach and offers the opportunity for guests to enjoy a relaxing stay amidst luxurious and picturesque surroundings.

Accommodation :

301 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Honeymoons • Massage • Outdoor Sports • Pool with Children’s Section • Sauna • Shops • Water Sports • Weddings

Restaurants and Bars :

The all-inclusive Iberostar Daiquiri is set amongst picturesque grounds directly on the waterfront of Cayo Guillermo’s beautiful sandy beach, with miles of beach and terrain to explore.

Accommodation :

312 rooms of various categories.

Facilities :

• Childcare Facilities • Children’s Playground • Air Conditioning • Children’s Pool • Entertainment • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Fitness Room • Mini Club • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Outdoor Sports • Pool • Safety Deposit Box - Extra Charge • Sauna • Water Sports • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

• Italian • 4 International Restaurants • 4 Bars

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Restaurants and Bars :

• Beach • Buffet • Cuban • Italian • Mexican • 4 Bars

Sol Cayo Guillermo

HHHH All-Inclusive Cayo Guillermo

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This property is a well designed and brightly coloured hotel set amidst beautiful tropical gardens sitting directly on the fabulous El Paso Beach. The hotel offers a good standard of accommodation and all-inclusive facilities, it is an excellent choice for families.

Accommodation :

268 rooms of various categories.

Facilities :

• Childcare Facilities • Children’s Playground • Air Conditioning • Children’s Pool • Balcony/Terrace • Currency Exchange • Bathroom With Shower Only • Disco • Entertainment • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Fitness Room • Gift Shop • Safety Deposit Box - Extra Charge • Honeymoons • Mini Club • Satellite TV • Telephone • Outdoor Sports • Water Sports Upgraded rooms may have • Weddings • 2 Pools additional facilities.

Restaurants and Bars :

• Beach Barbecue • Buffet • Caribbean • International • 5 Bars

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Holguin

The city of Holguin offers a fascinating insight into the colonial history of the area and its main square is named after one of its most famous sons, Calixto Garcia, who played a significant part in the War of Independence. Don’t miss the climb to the top of Loma de la Cruz (450 steps), which affords spectacular views over the area.

Paradisus Rio de Oro

Playa Pesquero

HHHHH All-Inclusive Guardalavaca

HHHHH All-Inclusive Guardalavaca

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Naranjo Bay

This stunningly beautiful bay is home to a small aquarium and offers the chance to swim with dolphins. Two dolphins are assigned to groups of 6-8 people in various pools, so waiting time is short and the departure point is only a few minutes’ drive from the Guardalavaca resorts, making it an easy and accessible excursion for families.

One of the finest hotels in Cuba, the Paradisus Rio de Oro is a perfect sanctuary in which to relax and enjoy the outstanding natural setting of the hotel, positioned in extensive tropical gardens. Overlooking both the palm shaded white sandy beach and a lagoon, the hotel boasts excellent standards, including an excellent spa and three exquisite private beaches. *Adults 18 years and over*

Accommodation : 354 rooms of various categories.

Cayo Saetia

Take an excursion to Cayo Saetia, an unspoilt key off the coast and a former private game reserve where the wildlife includes camels!

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Radio • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

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This beautiful low rise villa style hotel is situated on Pesquero Beach, near Naranjo Bay National Park and amid lush tropical vegetation. Winner of several awards from major tour operators, the property is notable for its stunning design, spacious open plan feel and exceptionally friendly service.

Facilities :

• Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Outdoor Sports • Pool • Spa • Water Sports • Weddings

Restaurants and Bars :

• Buffet • Cuban • Gourmet • Grill • International • Japanese • Mediterranean • Snack Bar • 9 Bars

Accommodation :

944 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

Facilities :

• Children’s Pool • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Mini Club • Pool • Outdoor Sports • Water Sports • Weddings

Restaurants and Bars : • A La Carte • Buffet • Caribbean • Grill • International • Italian • Mediterranean • Seafood • 7 Bars

Guardalavaca

This beach location was described by Christopher Columbus as ‘the most beautiful land that human eyes have ever seen’ and consists of undulating hills blanketed in tropical vegetation, with large lagoons bordering unspoilt beaches. Thanks to a limited number of resorts, Guardalavaca is a quiet, idyllic location for a relaxing beach holiday whilst being conveniently situated for exploring the diverse sights of Eastern Cuba. To reach Guardalavaca, you need to fly to Holguin.

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Sol Rio de Luna y Mares

Playa Costa Verde

HHHH All-Inclusive Guardalavaca

Blau Costa Verde

Brisas Guardalavaca

Situated directly on the stunning Playa Pesquero beach, the Blau Costa Verde offers a comfortable and secluded venue with a variety of all-inclusive facilities on offer for singles, couples and families.

This property overlooks one of the most beautiful beaches of the eastern region. Offering a comprehensive array of all-inclusive facilities at a very reasonable price, this resort makes an ideal base from which to explore the area or to simply relax and enjoy its many comforts.

HHHH All-Inclusive Guardalavaca

HHHH All-Inclusive Guardalavaca

HHHH All-Inclusive Guardalavaca

Weddings Weddin gs Directly overlooking the beautiful Playa Esmeralda beach and set amidst beautiful landscaped gardens, the Sol Luna Mares resort offers a wide range of facilities to be enjoyed at your leisure and is an excellent choice for families.

Accommodation : 464 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

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Facilities :

• Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Water Sports • 2 Pools

Restaurants and Bars : • Buffet • Cuban • Italian • Mediterranean • Mexican • 5 Bars

Located very close to a beautiful section of Playa Pesquero, the Playa Costa Verde hotel is an ideal choice for families, couples and singles. An attractively designed property, the accommodation is low rise and spread throughout tropical gardens. This hotel offers many amenities, a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and a great value holiday.

Accommodation :

480 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

Facilities :

• Children’s Pool • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Water Sports • Weddings • 2 Pools

Restaurants and Bars : • Buffet • Cuban • Italian • Japanese • Pool Restaurant • 6 Bars

Accommodation : 309 rooms of various categories.

Facilities :

Accommodation :

437 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV

• Children’s Pool • Currency Exchange • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Pool • Water Sports

Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Restaurants and Bars :

Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

• Buffet • Cuban • Grill • Italian • Snack Bar • 5 Bars

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• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV

Facilities :

• Children’s Pool • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Water Sports • 4 Pools

Restaurants and Bars : • A La Carte • Buffet • Grill • International • Italian • Seafood • 8 Bars

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Jibacoa

Cayo Levisa

Alternative Beaches Jibacoa Beach is situated approximately one hour’s drive from Havana. The beach is nestled against a backdrop of rolling countryside swathed in impressive royal palms.

Cayo Largo

Alternative Beaches

The area provides a leisurely, tranquil setting amidst beautiful natural scenery, but with the sights and sounds of Havana nearby.

Located on the north seashore of Pinar del Río (the most western province of Cuba), Cayo Levisa offers a secluded getaway for those looking for privacy and relaxation.

It takes 30 minutes in safe yachts to reach this islet, blessed with 3 km of excellent beach providing 23 defined sites for scuba diving.

Cayo Las Brujas

Alternative Beaches

Cayo Largo is part of an archipelago located off the south coast of Cuba and is approximately 40 minutes by air from Havana. The sun drenched beaches, including Playa

Blanca, Playa Sirena, Playa Lindamar and Playa Tortuga, stretch for over 28 km and are lapped by the turquoise waters of the Caribbean.

Alternative Beaches

Located off Northern Cuba, you can find this beautiful Cuban beach about one hour's drive from Santa Clara or you can fly directly to Las Brujas Airport.

Several kilometres of coral reefs and a large submarine fauna makes this place perfect for scuba diving and wind surfing.

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Cayo Levisa

Sol Cayo Largo

Villa Las Brujas

Designed for couples and adults 14 years and older, this hotel consists of 18 two-storey blocks built on 19 acres of land on a 300 metre long beach. The unspoilt setting and a clean and calm sea make this hotel a natural option with the conveniences our guests need. Situated between Havana and Varadero on the secluded Arroyo Bermejo beach, this wonderful setting on the magnificent north coast is matched by an abundance of facilities and excellent service.

Cabins amongst palm trees and set directly on the beautiful white sandy beach, the only hotel on the island is backed by dense woodland, giving a wonderful feel of isolation.

Located on one of the finest stretches of this stunning archipelago, Sol Club Cayo Largo is a comfortable all-inclusive property providing high standards of service in a tastefully designed setting and a full array of facilities.

This hotel consists of individual bungalows and is located in a privileged area, with a 2 km unspoilt beach on one side, which makes it the ideal place for relaxing in the sun or cooling off in the crystal clear sea. On the other side there is Marina Port, where clients can book catamaran excursions, scuba diving or fishing activities.

HHHH All-Inclusive

Accommodation : 210 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony (subject to availability) • Bathroom • Double Beds • Iron & Ironing Board • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

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HH Half Board

Facilities :

• Conference/Meeting Rooms • Fitness Room • Games Room • Jacuzzis • Disco • Pools • Outdoor Sports • Water Sports • Weddings

Restaurants and Bars :

• Beach Grill • Cuban • International • Italian • 6 Bars

HHHH All-Inclusive

Accommodation : 296 rooms of various categories.

Accommodation :

45 rooms, currently expanding.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Satellite TV • Telephone

Facilities :

• Currency Exchange • Diving Courses • Fishing • Massages • Medical Post • Nautical Sports (non-motorised) • Shop • Snorkelling (at the coral line barrier)

Restaurants and Bars : • Buffet • 1 Bar

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

HHH Half Board

Facilities :

• Beauty Salon • Childcare Facilities • Children’s Pool Section • Conference/Meeting Room • Fitness Room • Gift Shop • Jacuzzi • Outdoor Sports • Sauna • Scuba Diving • Pool • Water Sports

Restaurants and Bars : • Buffet • Grill • International • Snack Bar • 4 Bars

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Accommodation : 24 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hair Dryer • Mini Bar • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

Facilities :

• Currency Exchange • Jacuzzi • Medical Services • Scuba Diving School • Secluded Beach • Snorkelling • Water Sports

Restaurants and Bars : • A La Carte • 1 Bar

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Baracoa

Bayamo

Sierra Maestra

The town of Bayamo, founded in 1513 by Captain Diego Velazquez, was the cradle of Cuba’s National Anthem and also the birth place of Cuban patriot, Carlos Manuel de Cespedes.

Cuba’s second city is rich in history and synonymous with Cuba’s struggles for independence. Must-sees include the former Moncada Barracks, the imposing clifftop fort Castillo del Morro, the tomb of Jose Marti and the Casa de la Trova, home of the best local musicians. Santiago is surrounded by mountain ranges and the region’s Caribbean beaches are within easy reach, ideal for those wishing to combine a relaxing stay with a thorough exploration of the city and National Parks.

Baracoa, the oldest town in Cuba, was the capital for just a brief four years before Diego de Velasquez moved his power base to Santiago, since which time the community has lived in peaceful isolation due to its remote position on the eastern tip of Cuba. Indeed, it was not until after the Revolution that a spectacular mountain road was built (La Farola) linking the town to Santiago and the rest of Cuba.

Bayamo has been constructed in a colonial style, featuring public squares with beautiful majestic mansions and is home to a magnificent cathedral.

This majestic mountain range runs along the south coast of the island and measures some 50 km at its widest, north to south. It contains a diverse range of flora and fauna, much of it endemic to the area, nestling under the dense undergrowth and cloud forest on the higher peaks. Whilst there are few mammals, the mountains teem with reptiles, amphibians and large numbers of tropical birds.

Melia Santiago

Casagranda

El Castillo

Royalton

Villa Santo Domingo

Within a short drive of the city centre, the Melia Santiago is built in an ultra-modern style offering a wide range of comforts and affording excellent views over the city.

This 1920s property is conveniently located and its shady terrace is a perfect place to watch the world go by on Parque Cespedes, Santiago’s bustling colonial square. The property oozes character with plenty of period furnishings and architecture and is a very popular hotel with visitors to Cuba’s second city.

This Spanish style hotel is built on the foundations of an old fortress and its position some 40 metres above the town offers magnificent views of the area. The location, colonial furnishings and internal architecture combined make this a very popular property for visitors.

This hotel is situated in the centre of the town. Built in the 1940s, it is preferred by many for its excellent combination of pleasant rooms and fine gastronomic services.

A simple mountain lodge 750 metres above sea level on the banks of the River Yara, Villa Santo Domingo consists of 20 cabanas modestly furnished but offering a peaceful base from which to explore the dramatic surrounding scenery.

Santiago de Cuba

Eastern Cuba

Eastern Cuba

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This is the only 5-star hotel in the second most important city in Cuba.

Accommodation :

308 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone • 24 Hour Room Service Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

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Facilities :

• Beauty Salon • Business Centre • Children’s Pool • Currency Exchange • Fitness Room • Sauna • Shopping Centre • 2 Pools

Restaurants and Bars : • Barbecue • Buffet • Italian • International • 3 Bars

Accommodation : 58 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

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Accommodation :

• Gift Shop • Laundry Service

62 rooms.

Restaurants and Bars :

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

• A La Carte • Buffet • 1 Bar

Eastern Cuba

Eastern Cuba

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Facilities :

• Children’s Pool • Medical Services • Nightly Entertainment • Pool • Shop

Accommodation : 33 rooms:

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Mini Bar • Radio • Satellite TV • Telephone

Restaurants and Bars : • Restaurant • 1 Bar

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• Currency Exchange • TV Room Bar (international channels, videos)

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Accommodation : 20 rooms:

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Fridge • Twin Beds

Facilities :

• Games Room • Gift Shop • Hiking • Horse Riding

Restaurants and Bars : • Restaurant • 1 Bar

• Internet Cafe • Restaurant • 1 Bar

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Cienfuegos

Trinidad

Santa Clara

Central Cuba

Central Cuba

Trinidad is one of Cuba’s earliest settlements and was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1988, making the city one of the main highlights of the island. There are many striking examples of beautifully preserved architecture dating back four centuries. Playa Ancon, within a short drive of Trinidad, is one of Cuba’s most pristine beaches where the sand is powdery white and the sea is perfect for snorkelling and scuba diving. Just outside Trinidad are the mountains of Escambray National Park, which rise up to a height of some 1140 metres above sea level, forming an area of outstanding beauty with magnificent views of Trinidad and the Ancon Peninsula beyond. Guided excursions tend to be the best method of exploring the area.

Central Cuba

Known as the ‘Pearl of the South’, Cienfuegos was first settled by the French in the early 19th century and is characterised by large boulevards and fascinating buildings such as the city cathedral, a sumptuously decorated colonial theatre and a stunning Moorish-style palace with spectacular views over the city and large bay.

This strategically placed town played an important part in the War of Independence and is probably best known as the final resting place of Che Guevara. You can visit the mausoleum as well as the monument of the attack on the ‘Tren Blindado’, a key event of the Revolution of 1959.

Iberostar Grand Hotel

La Ronda

Brisas Trinidad del Mar

Jagua

La Union

Los Caneyes

Hotel America

Step back in time and be greeted by a true colonial treasure guaranteed to transport you back to the 16th century.

Situated in the centre of the town, the hotel stands out for its architectural integration into the environment, offering 40 rooms of luxurious and elegant atmosphere.

Located in the Parque Cespedes (Plaza Carrillo), the main shopping street in the heart of the beautiful city of Trinidad de Cuba. The hotel has been transformed from a 19th century townhouse into a boutique hotel with modern touches.

A short distance by road from Trinidad’s historic centre, this beautiful all-inclusive property is built in a unique style to reflect the town’s colonial past and is set directly on the stunningly beautiful Ancon Peninsula, a thoroughly unspoilt stretch of beautiful white sand with very little development.

This comfortable hotel is situated in the elegant quarter of Punta Gorda and its upper floor rooms offer wonderful views over the bay and the turrets of Palacio del Valle, a stunning Moorish-style palace built at the beginning of the last century.

Centrally located in Jose Marti Square, this hotel has been beautifully renovated in its original colonial style whilst offering a wide range of modern comforts. It is an elegant and convenient choice whilst visiting Cienfuegos.

Situated on the outskirts of the city in very picturesque grounds and close to the Che Guevara memorial and museum, this hotel is built in the style of a native Taino village with rooms charmingly housed in thatched cabanas shaded by eucalyptus and palm trees.

Hotel America is located very close to Leoncio Vidal Central Park and Santa Clara´s Civic Square, the main socio-cultural and economic centre of the town, a place where you can enjoy museums, nightclubs, shops, cafes and restaurants.

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Accommodation :

40 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Room Service • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

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Facilities :

• Currency Exchange • Games Room • Shop • Smokers’ Lounge • Wi Fi

Restaurants and Bars: • Gourmet • Lobby Bar

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Accommodation :

17 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

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• Laundry Service • Pool & Tennis Court (at nearby hotel)

Restaurants and Bars : • Restaurant • 2 Bars

Accommodation :

241 rooms of various categories.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Hairdryer • Mini Bar • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone Upgraded rooms may have additional facilities.

Facilities :

• Children’s Pools • Entertainment • Fitness Room • Jacuzzi • Laundry Service • Massage & Physiotherapy • Mini Club • Outdoor Sports • Pool • Sauna • Scuba Diving

Restaurants and Bars : • Buffet • Cuban • International • 3 Bars

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Accommodation : 149 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Radio • Satellite TV • Safety Deposit Box • Telephone

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Facilities : • Currency Exchange • Gift Shop • Laundry Service • Pool Restaurants and Bars : • A La Carte • Buffet • 4 Bars

Accommodation : 49 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Mini Bar • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV

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Facilities : • Currency Exchange • Gift Shop • Jacuzzi • Laundry Service • Massage & Physiotherapy • Sauna Restaurants and Bars : • Restaurant • 3 Bars

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Accommodation : 96 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Satellite TV • Telephone

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Facilities : • Beauty Salon • Currency Exchange • Gift Shop • Laundry Service • Massage & Physiotherapy • Pool

Accommodation : 27 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

Facilities : • Pool • Sunbathing Area Restaurants and Bars : • A La Carte • Snack Bar

Restaurants and Bars : • Restaurant • 1 Bar

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Playa Giron

Camaguey Central Cuba

Camaguey is the name of both the largest province in Cuba and its capital city. The narrow, somewhat haphazard streets – said by some to be deliberately designed that way in order to confuse pirates, who were regular visitors – give the city a real Spanish flavour and they are best explored on foot in order to fully appreciate the beautifully restored buildings and plazas. The oldest part of the city is the largest historic centre in the country and has been declared a national monument.

Gran Hotel

Colon

Plaza Camaguey

Housed in an old 18th century residence, this hotel is ideally placed in the pedestrianised historic centre. Its rooms open onto galleries around a charming central patio and the top floor dining room provides excellent views over the city of Camaguey, one of the oldest in Cuba.

This impressive 48 roomed hotel opened in 1926 and is located on the main street in Camaguey. Famous for its beautifully crafted lobby with its precious dark wood designs and the meticulous decorations throughout, the hotel offers a welcoming stay in Camaguey.

The oldest hotel in the city with many of its original architectural features still preserved, this is an intimate and cosy hotel in an excellent location.

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Accommodation :

72 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Satellite TV • Radio • Telephone

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• Gift Shop • Pool

48 rooms.

Restaurants and Bars :

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV

• Restaurant • 2 Bars

Playa Larga

Central Cuba

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67 rooms.

Restaurants and Bars :

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Radio • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV

• Shop • Tourist Desk

• Restaurant • Cafeteria • Bar

Central Cuba

Playa Giron is a small town of only a few hundred inhabitants, but its beach was the scene of an invasion attempt by US-backed counter-revolutionaries in April 1961, which was successfully repelled by the Cubans. There is an excellent museum on site documenting the invasion with photographs, military equipment and a 10 minute documentary filmed during the battle.

One of the main beaches of Península de Zapata is Playa Larga. A preserved natural area of swamps, mangroves, beaches and abundant wildlife make this a perfect place to visit for the nature lover.

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Hotel Playa Larga

Hotel Playa Giron is located on the southern coast of Matanzas province, in the well known Península de Zapata area. It is very close to two beaches, one of which is excellent for diving due to its translucent waters and submarine areas covered with corals, gorgonias and sponges. The other beach has a rural, calm atmosphere and is perfect for meditation. This hotel is the ideal location for holidaymakers who love nature and water sports.

This cabana style hotel is located between the beach and the forest and is an ideal spot for those wishing to take advantage of the warm Caribbean waters and the delights of the local Zapata region, Cuba’s largest nature reserve. It is also close to the museum commemorating the battle of the Bay of Pigs which took place in 1961.

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• Currency Exchange • Shop

Restaurants and Bars :

• Restaurant • 2 Bars

Accommodation :

197 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Mini Bar • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

As well as birdwatchers, the area also attracts substantial numbers of fishermen due to the abundant stocks in the lake of Las Salinas, which is particularly well known for its bonefish.

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Daytime & Evening Entertainment • • Medical Services • Parking • Pool • Tennis • Tourist Desk

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• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

• Restaurant • Cafeteria • Bar

68 rooms housed in 49 cabanas.

• Shop • Tourist Desk

Restaurants and Bars :

• International • Italian • 2 Bars

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Maria la Gorda

Sierra del Rosario

Vinales Valley

Western Cuba

Western Cuba

Western Cuba

The Sierra del Rosario Ecological Reserve is the largest UNESCO protected area in the Caribbean and forms the natural habitat of one of the greatest concentrations of endemic wildlife and vegetation on the island.

Las Terrazas Community - the purpose behind this government initiative was to establish conservation and reforestation of the Sierra del Rosario area and much of the work is carried out at the Centre for Ecological Research. There are also a number of workshops in the community where you can view and indeed buy pottery and paintings.

The Vinales region is characterised by dramatic limestone formations, remnants of a huge plateau which rose from the sea 160 million years ago and characterised by caverns and underground rivers. There are spectacular views to be had over the valley, whose soil is perfect for growing tobacco and maize.

Soroa - the orchidarium covers 3 hectares and contains over 700 species of plants, 250 of them endemic to Cuba. A descent through 400 metres of forest from the orchidarium takes you to the base of the waterfall with excellent clear pools for swimming. Guided tours can be arranged for both Las Terrazas Community and Soroa.

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Los Jazmines

Rancho San Vicente

Moka

Villa Soroa

This low rise cabana style accommodation is set in beautiful landscaped gardens offering wonderful views as you sit by the pool relaxing under the palms. This quiet, pleasant hotel is situated very close to Vinales village, offering plenty of opportunity for exploring the area.

From its spectacular hilltop setting, the Spanish style Los Jazmines hotel offers one of the most beautiful views in the world over the expanse of the Vinales Valley. Its breathtaking location is also ideally placed for exploring the countless natural attractions of the area, including the nearby limestone caves, subterranean rivers and the dramatic valley itself.

As a part of San Vicente Valley, this charming hotel allows you to embrace nature and the beautiful outdoors. In a very natural environment, you will experience Cuban culture and traditions.

This wonderful retreat lies one hour’s drive west of Havana and nestles in the foothills of the Sierra del Rosario Ecological Reserve. This hotel is a very comfortable property built in sympathy with its environment; indeed one large tree rises straight through the atrium lobby and out through the skylight.

This hotel consists of 49 cabanas set under shady trees in beautiful landscaped grounds. It is conveniently placed to explore the delights of the area, including the famous waterfall and orchidarium.

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Accommodation :

62 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Radio • Satellite TV • Telephone

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Facilities :

Gift Shop • Horse Riding • • Massage & Physiotherapy • Pool • Tennis Courts

Restaurants and Bars :

• Restaurant • 2 Bars

Accommodation :

78 colonial style rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony/Terrace • Bathroom • Radio • Satellite TV

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Facilities :

• Gift Shop • Horse Riding • Large Pool (overlooking the valley) • Massage & Physiotherapy

Restaurants and Bars :

• Restaurant • 2 Bars

Accommodation :

53 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Safety Deposit Box • Satellite TV • Telephone

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• Bird Watching • Guide Services for Trekking • Horse Riding • Massages • Medical Service • Medicinal Water Baths • Pool

Restaurants and Bars : • Restaurant • 1 Bar

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Accommodation :

26 rooms.

• Air Conditioning • Balcony • Bathroom • Fridge • Satellite TV • Telephone

Maria la Gorda Dive Resort

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Facilities :

• Bike Hire • Fully Guided Trekking Programme • Gift Shop • Horse Riding • Pool • Tennis Court

Restaurants and Bars :

• Coffee Shop • Restaurant • 1 Bar

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Accommodation :

49 rooms. All cabanas.

• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Satellite TV • Telephone

Cuba is an idyllic scuba diving destination. One area that is an ideal destination for a diving holiday is the secluded María la Gorda. The western edge of Pinar del Río is famous for stunning walls of black coral, teeming with sea life.

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• Currency Exchange • Horse Riding • Massage & Physiotherapy • Parking • Pool

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This modest hotel consists of simple units on a pleasant white sandy beach situated in the Bay of Corrientes at the western tip of Cuba. The area is famed for its cut-glass clear waters and the hotel is a mecca for experienced divers as many of the impressive dive sites are just 20 metres from the dive centre attached to the hotel. Dive packages at Maria la Gorda can be pre-booked through Havanatour.

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• Air Conditioning • Bathroom • Mini Bar • Satellite TV

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71 rooms.

• Diving • Gift shop

• Buffet • Seafood • 1 Bar

• Restaurant • 1 Bar

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