Hotel CaribbeanvsHotel Raquel
Hotel Raquel and Islazul Hotel Caribbean are both rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hotel Raquel scores significantly better than Islazul Hotel Caribbean. Hotel Raquel has a TripExpert Score of 84 with positive reviews from 6 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and Frommer's.
Hotel Caribbean
Paseo del Prado, No. 164, esq. a Colón, Havana, Cuba
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
- Private balcony
Lonely Planet
"Cheap but not always so cheerful... Rooms are a tad dark and pokey. Bargain-basement seekers only." Full review
Rough Guide
"The cheapest hotel in Habana Vieja is an uninspiring affair, with pokey rooms, many of which have no windows and very basic facilities."
Fodor's
"Although it's no Shangri-la, the rooms do have air-conditioning, TVs, and private baths, which isn't half bad." Full review
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