Hotel RaquelvsEl Meson de la Flota
Both hotels are rated very highly by professionals. On balance, Hotel Raquel scores significantly better than El Meson de la Flota. Hotel Raquel is ranked #5 in Havana with accolades from 6 sources such as Fodor's, DK Eyewitness and Frommer's.
Hotel Raquel
Calle Amargura 103 esquina a San Ignacio, Havana, Cuba
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"This is one of the newer additions to the Habaguanex chain, and yet another stunningly restored old building." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Behind its impressive architecture, the Raquel offers well-presented if noisy rooms, a small gym/sauna, friendly staff and a great central location." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A renovated Art Nouveau stunner, this popular hotel, located close to Plaza Vieja, exudes style and charm."
Rough Guide
"Handsome and sleek with Art Deco touches, this is an unexpectedly upmarket hotel given its low-key side-street location."
Fodor's
"Majestic and regal best describes the hotel's elegant Baroque facade and impressive lobby, with its soaring marble columns and domed stained glass roof." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Occupies a beautiful historic building with impressive architecture and interiors...in a prime Old Havana location that's close to restaurants, nightlife, and popular tourist sights." Full review
El Meson de la Flota
Calle Mercaderes 257, Havana, Cuba
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- Air Conditioning
- Minibar
- Flatscreen TV
- Refrigerator
Lonely Planet
"Within spitting distance of gracious Plaza Vieja. Five individually crafted rooms contain all of the modern comforts and amenities." Full review
Rough Guide
"Similar in size and character to a traditional inn, there are just five rooms at this well-priced hostal, all of them spacious with simple but attractive stained-wood furnishings."
Fodor's
"is hotel in the heart of the Old City has five rooms with every modern amenity and spotless bathrooms." Full review