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Meliá Santiago de Cuba Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Location Av. de las Américas (at Calle M), Reparto Sueño, On the Outskirts
Phone 22/68-7070
Fax 22/68-7170
Web site www.solmeliacuba.com
Room Information 302 units
Prices CUC$115 (US$124/£62) double; CUC$145 (US$157/£78) junior suite; CUC$165 (US$178/£89) suite
Credit Cards MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV, minibar, hair dryer, safe
Parking Free parking

Frommer's Review

This unique, postmodern high-rise, a mass of blue, red, and gray steel girders and glass, is the largest hotel in Santiago and easily its most luxurious. It's in a peaceful area about 2km (1 1/4 miles) from the historic core, which is perfect for guests who need a little bit more tranquillity and space. It has facilities and services in spades, including the best outdoor pool in the city. Rooms are attractive and large, with huge windows and excellent views, particularly from the higher floors. The hotel has a show on Saturday in its atmospheric Santiago Café, which is an indoor reconstruction of a miniature colonial city. Nonguests can use the pool facilities for a fee of CUC$10 (US$11/£5.40), which includes CUC$5 (US$5.40/£2.70) worth of food and drink.

Facilities:
4 restaurants; 3 bars; Saturday show; 3 outdoor pools; volleyball court; gym; sauna; massage; tour desks; car-rental desk; business center; small shopping arcade; 24-hr. room service; laundry service

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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