Santiago de Cuba is in the southeast corner of the island of Cuba. It is the country’s second city, after Havana. Founded in 1514 by Diego de Velázquez, it a major port in the Caribbean. It is encircled by the Sierra Maestra mountain range.
Santiago de Cuba is a picturesque place with hilly terrain and rich vegetation, thanks to its warm and humid climate. Its buildings are built in styles that range from Baroque to Neo-classical. Cuba is the cradle of bolero and traditional creole songs, which are the soundtrack to any visit there.
Among Santiago’s attractions are the friendliness of its people, its history and culture, and its exotic natural environment. You should make time to visit the Castle of San Pedro de la Roca, built in Italian Renaissance style, the ruins of some old coffee plantations, and the Bocanao Park, which was named a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1987.
Santiago is also the place of origin of the famous and excellent Bacardi rum. Santiago de Cuba is an unforgettable experience, come and try it for yourself.
Recommended hotels in Santiago de Cuba
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Versalles
Santiago de Cuba, Santiago de Cuba
Reviews : 4.0 / 5
The club resort is ideal for those enjoying a short break or on holiday with the family. The hotel service does credit to the customs, traditions and ways of life of eastern Cuba. Guests have access to the hotel terrace and there are a total of 61 standard double rooms and 11 single rooms on offer. Amongst the hotel facilities count a safe, a currency exchange desk, a nightclub, a bar and a restaurant. Conference facilities are available and, on payment of additional fees, Internet access is on offer. There is a launderette to make use of, as well as room service. Bicycles may be hired and younger guests can let off steam in the playground.
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Hostal San Basilio
Santiago de Cuba, Santiago de Cuba
Reviews : 1.8 / 5
The small colonial-style family hotel which has been completely renovated in 2003 as hostal. It offers guests a comfortable and welcoming stay amid the bustle of the city.
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Club Amigo Marea del Portillo All Inclusive
Pilon, Santiago de Cuba
Reviews : 0.0 / 5
This all inclusive hotel complex with Cuban character elements features a garden and a terrace and comprises a total of 283 rooms over 4 floors in the main building and 2 floors in the neighbouring building including 140 tropical rooms, 62 double rooms, 56 bungalows, 13 huts, 8 single rooms and 4 junior suites. The hotel feature a lobby with a reception desk manned around the clock, a hotel safe, a currency exchange desk, a café, a hairdresser, a nightclub, a bar and a restaurant as well as conference facilities. Laundry services (for an additional fee) and bicycle rental are also available and there is parking for those arriving by car. For younger guests there is a playground and kid's club available.
From$118See more
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Brisas Los Galeones All Inclusive
Guama, Santiago de Cuba
Reviews : 3.3 / 5
The resort offers 34 standard rooms and 2 deluxe Tropical Suites overlooking the Caribbean Sea and the Sierra Maestra mountains. All rooms are air conditioned and have satellite TV and safe deposit box. Also available are medical services, massage room, beauty parlour, souvenir shops, laundry, 24 hour international phone service, currency exchange and a shuttle bus to/from the nearby Brisas Sierra Mar hotel.
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Club Amigo Carisol Los Corales All Inclusive
Santiago de Cuba, Santiago de Cuba
Reviews : 3.9 / 5
The beach hotel offers guests access to its gardens and terrace. There are a total of 310 rooms on offer of which 265 are standard double rooms and 46 are junior suites. Amongst the facilities at the family-friendly hotel count a reception desk, a safe and a currency exchange desk in addition to a café, a bar, a restaurant, a nightclub, a games room and, on payment of an additional fee, Internet access. It is possible to make use of the launderette and younger guests may participate in the kids' club activities.
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Brisas Sierra Mar All Inclusive
Guama, Santiago de Cuba
Reviews : 0.0 / 5
This all-inclusive hotel offers guests the highest of standards, and several different room categories are available. From a total of 200 accommodation units, 43 are double rooms and 46 are connecting rooms. The annexe houses a further 34 rooms of which 32 are standard rooms and 2 are suites. The air-conditioned building comprises an entrance foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a currency exchange counter and a hotel safe. Further facilities available include lifts, a café, shopping facilities, a hairdresser and a bar. A nightclub, a restaurant, a games room, Internet access, bicycle hire, a car park and a kid's club as well as a playground and further play areas for children complete the wide range of services offered.
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Melia Santiago de Cuba
Santiago de Cuba, Santiago de Cuba
Reviews : 4.3 / 5
This 15-storey luxury hotel comprises a total of 302 rooms of which 34 are suites. Facilities within the air-conditioned hotel include a foyer with a reception desk, a safe and a currency exchange bureau in addition to a café, 5 bars, a TV room and 4 restaurants. International dishes are served up in the à la carte À la Cubana restaurant and Las Columnas buffet restaurant whilst grilled specialities are available in the à la carte Restaurant Criollo and guests may alternatively dine in the pizzeria. It is possible to gain access to the Internet and there is 24-hour room service to make use of, as well as a laundrette and medical assistance. There is a playground for younger guests and those arriving by car may make use of the car parking facilities.
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Muy tranquilo. No está en el Centro de la Ciudad, pero es cercano.