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Star rating:  Guest Rating: 5 (based on 14 reviews) Address: Calle Amargura, No. 103 esq. a San Ignacio, Havana Vieja Telephone: (537) 860 8280 Fax: (537) 860 8275, EMail: send mail to hotel |
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| A stunning example of art Nouveau inspired architecture dating back to 1908, hotel Raquel located near one of old Havana’s most attractive squares, Plaza Vieja, offers guest a beautiful and romantic ambience. The hotel’s eclectic facade is well matched by the impressive interior: shining marble floors, polished columns and posh period sofas. The most striking feature of the hotel’s lobby is without a doubt the stained glass windows positioned over the atrium that let in soothing tones of yellow light. Hotel Raquel offers 25 comfortable accommodations that are distributed over three floors and around the atrium. The rooms are carefully designed and decorated with paintings of well-known Cuban artists. Hotel Raquel is also known for its references to Jewish tradition and faith, which consist of various decorative items including a stone engraving of a Star of David at the reception and various symbolic artifacts like mezuzahs affixed to the some of the doorposts of the guestrooms. Raquel’s elegant restaurant serves typical Jewish cuisine. Other amenities include a great lobby bar, a fitness room, sauna and spa/massage services. The rooftop solarium of Hotel Raquel is a great spot to enjoy a drink or just to look over the city and adds to the hotel’s attraction as a venue for (wedding) celebrations. Like all hotels in Old Havana, hotel Raquel is run by the Office of the City Historian of Havana, meaning that all profits are reinvested in the restoration of the city’s historical centre. © 2011 Cuba Travel Network. All rights reserved. No part of this site may be reproduced without our written permission  |
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Hotel Raquel
SPECIAL OFFERStandard room from: €86 - €55From May 1, 2012 to July 14, 2012From August 21, 2012 to October 31, 2012 *Advertised rates are based on single occupancy |
Hotel Raquel Details
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Number of Rooms: 25 Meal Plan: Room & Breakfast | |
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Hotel Raquel Room & Rates
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Standard Room... from €86
The Raquel’s 21 standard rooms are well-designed and tastefully decorated, done in pale, creamy colours that lend this combination a soothing and welcoming feel (The opulent drapes over the tall windows, wrought-iron beds and ornately-tiled floors do not create an austere, stuffy feeling; rather, a strangely practical and relaxed ambience is achieved). The bathrooms are spacious and feature tub showers. Couples best secure one of the mere 2 standard rooms with matrimonial beds, and those who can't do without fresh air should certainly book one of the few rooms with stone balconies (or opt for a junior suite). Fourteen rooms have views.
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Junior Suite Room... from €104
A bit larger than the standards, all of these suites have balconies overlooking the surrounding streets and a modest seating area. The writing desks may be regarded as a nice, additional touch by more literary spirits.
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Hotel Raquel Location
| At the east end of a rather unappealing residential area, the Raquel's immediate surroundings are less than pretty, but the Plaza Vieja is just down the street and the hotel is about 5 blocks away from all of the more interesting places in the colonial heart of Havana. A stroll up San Ignacio takes you straight to the Cathedral of Havana. |
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Nearby Dining
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Old Havana Restaurant: El Jardín del Edén Description: Carved out of the supremely elegant lobby by stylish partitions, this sumptuously furnished eatery is a bit pricy, but the regal ambience will surely seem worth it to some. The a-la-carte international cuisine includes Jewish dishes (though no kosher options). A music trio occasionally plays traditional Cuban music. Speciality: Arab Food, International Food Hours: Breakfast: 7:00 – 10:00 a.m. Lunch: 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Dinner: 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. |
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Havana Restaurant: Vuelta Abajo Description: Located on the ground floor of the Conde de Villanueva hotel this place has been decorated with Cuban paitings from famous contemporary painters. Speciality: International Food Hours: 07:00 - 23:00 hrs. |
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Old Havana Restaurant: Lejaim Bar Description: Table seating below the lobby's breathtaking atrium and skylight is available at this well-appointed bar, where musicians are known to perform traditional Cuban and classical music. An open-bar option is offered Wednesday evenings. Speciality: Light Meals Hours: 24 hours |
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