At a Glance
The boutique San Felipe Y Santiago de Bejucal has a fantastic location on Plaza San Francisco in Old Havana.
Review
San Felipe Y Santiago de Bejucal is set on the Plaza San Francisco in a Baroque building that was once the home of the Marques de San Felipe y Santiago. It has since housed Havana's Historic Preservation Society offices.
The grand, significant mansion has been tastefully converted into an intimate hotel that merges historic details with contemporary Cuban art and architecture. Every one of the 27 rooms features furniture and art by Cuban artists and sleek modern bathrooms. There is a terrace on the roof and a bar and restaurant on the first floor, but there is no pool nor gym.
The best rooms are the four suites facing the square. These rooms, however, have large bathtubs at one end, so those who like more of a division between bathing and sleeping areas will prefer a standard room.
Who Should Stay
Those looking for a newer boutique hotel option in Old Havana.
Written by Amelia Osborne Scott