The trip to Cuba It is transformative and thought-provoking. A place that seems to have stopped in time. And in full Old Havana, is the best hotel in Cuba. Opened in June 2017, the Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski building dates back to the 17th century and is extremely well preserved. If you want to stay comfortably, have stunning views of the city and have an excellent breakfast, the first five star hotel in Havana It’s your place.
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Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski: the best hotel in Cuba
Location
The Gran Hotel Kempinski La Habana was originally built between 1894 and 1917. It was the first European-style shopping center in Cuba. He stays in the heart of old Havana, that is, exactly where the visitor wants to be. From there, guests can walk to most of the attractions that Havana offers.
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The historic center of Havana It is the most interesting place in the city and where tourism money is being invested. The best hotel in Cuba is a few steps from Calle O Bispo, the pulsating vein of Old Havana. And from the window we see Floridita, one of the most famous bars in Havana. Frequented by Hemingway, they say they drink the best daiquiri in town. (Honestly, I didn’t think the drink was anything special, but it’s still worth it for the old-school atmosphere and good music).
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In the vicinity
Havana’s first true five-star hotel is opposite Parque Central, one of Havana’s beautiful squares. Havana. There are parked several of the old cars that delight tourists. It’s impossible to resist taking a walk and taking photos. It is also from Parque Central that tourist buses leave. hip on hip off and those who go to Eastern Beaches. They are half an hour from the center of Havana and are stunning. The famous Castelo do Morro is a ten-minute drive away.
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The rooms
The best hotel in Cuba has 246 rooms divided into five categories. They have contemporary decor, great space, high ceilings and French-style windows offering stunning views of Old Havana. I stayed in an extremely comfortable junior suite. With bed king size, it had two rooms, divided by a piece of furniture where the TV was located (swivel). On the other side, a sofa and a table.
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The bathroom also had good space, despite only one sink. The shower was great and in addition, there was a bathtub and a glass partition leading into the bedroom. The amenities were of excellent quality, from the Oscar de La Renta brand.
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The breakfast
The breakfast at Havana’s first five-star hotel That’s awesome! Several tables with plenty of bread, cold cuts, fruit, cakes, etc. It’s great to be able to start the day with an excellent breakfast in the grand hall of the Gran Hotel Kempinski.
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The restaurants
If you missed the coffee at the Confluencias restaurant, you can have it at El Arsenal, in the Lobby Lounge, open all day. In the magnificent pool area are the San Cristobal and El Surtidor restaurants. The menu features international cuisine. Always a relief, as eating every day in Cuban restaurants can be a little tiring. Furthermore, the unparalleled view of old Havana is never tiring.
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The five-star hotel in Havana also has a Constante bar and the Tobacco Lounge Evocationfor those who appreciate a good cigar.
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At the swimming pool
The Kempinski Havana swimming pool is one of the great assets of the best hotel in Cuba. One of the most impactful I’ve ever seen. It brings wonderful views of old Havana, with emphasis on the National Capitol. Modeled after Washington DC, it was built in 1926. It’s worth dedicating a few hours a day to staying there and doing nothing. Both in the morning and in the afternoon, during the beautiful sunset. And at night, it is certainly also a good idea to have a drink by the pool or even have dinner while admiring the beautiful buildings around. Furthermore, on the weekends, there is a DJ playing, which makes the atmosphere even more lively.
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The Spa
Of course, being the best in Cuba, Kempinski Havana had to have a spa to match. It is next to the pool and has trained professionals. On an area of 1000 m², it has 8 treatment rooms. Also open to non-guests, it offers both aesthetic and relaxing treatments. I had a massage and it was more than approved!
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Furthermore, there is a wellness area with an indoor pool, a Finnish and steam sauna, a cold water pool and a solarium.
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During my trip I received a lot of questions about Wi-Fi in Cuba. I need to clarify that 3G is available in Havana. Therefore, there is virtual life, even if it is slow. In the best hotel in Cuba, wi fi works perfectly! You receive a login code and password, and surf the internet normally. I uploaded all my photos and videos on Instagram @youmustgoblog which, by the way, you can still see in the highlights.
The service
The service at the best hotel in Cuba is very attentive! The Cuban people in general are very friendly and welcoming and the hotel staff certainly reflect these characteristics. They are always smiling and willing to help. The concierge team always has excellent suggestions at their fingertips and everyone speaks English. They showed me the best restaurants in Havana, as well as the most authentic shows. Furthermore, it is also possible to exchange dollars at the hotel, something very important, as nowhere in Havana accepts credit cards.
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Thanks
Finally, I thank you with all my heart for the invitation from the general director of the best hotel in Cuba, the Frenchman Xavier Destribats. Ever since the Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski opened, I’ve been dying to go. Of course, I agreed to discover this very interesting destination that is Cuba, in addition to staying in the first five-star hotel in Havana. It was probably even better than I expected. A trip certainly unforgettable!
Text and photos by Renata Araújo.
