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Hotel Riviera
"Su Casa Grande en La Habana" 		     
Riviera, Vedado
Riviera, Vedado
Riviera, Vedado
Hotel Description
Rising next to the ocean in western Vedado, the 16-storey Riviera looks like something out of 1950s Las Vegas or Miami, an airbrushed postcard taking one back to a very different time and world. Stylishly modernist, the building’s 50s look (and feel) carries past the revolving door entrance over to the grand lobby, whose original structure, furnishings and décor have been so well preserved that one wholly expects to come across a group of velvet-clad lounge lizards savoring mojitos and Cuban cigars or a group of mafiosos talking shop on one of the old-fashioned sofas.

A bit over 50 years ago, such an encounter might not have been rare: the hotel was established by mobster Meyer Lanski in 1956, and the property’s short-lived immersion in the world of mafia transactions and gambling is well-documented (the curious spherical structure next to the main edifice, painted in vibrant hues, was once a casino, acoustically designed to take the sound of chips and slot machines into the hotel and seduce guests).

Thanks to the ingenious building design, all guestrooms have views of the Atlantic, taking full advantage of the splendid location: at the north end of Paseo, right on Malecón, a short distance away from Vedado’s entertainment offer and an insignificant cab ride away from Old Havana.

The hotel has a fairly ample food and drinks and entertainment offer. The spacious lobby bar is set next to a row of large glass panels that place one almost literally next to the water, and the Mirador de la Habana restaurant has very nice views of the littoral and city. Reportedly one of Havana’s better nightclubs, the Copa Room Cabaret is the stage for a Tropicana-like show and operates as a disco into the early morning.

Guestrooms, visibly built with comfort in mind, have space aplenty.

Other attractive features at the Riviera include an outdoor swimming pool (with the original, three-level diving platform), a beauty salon, shops, a humidor and free parking outside. Traveling businesspeople or anyone organizing an event or conference also have many options in terms of meeting spaces, including the former casino, today a conference hall equipped with its own bar and stage. A less publicized detail is the modern artwork that graces the lobby and entrance to the hotel, which includes pieces by renowned Cuban sculptor Florencio Gelabert – a fact that could prove of interest to anyone with an eye for modernist art.

Chic, comfortable and tinged by a nostalgic air, the Riviera is a well-located option in the Vedado area.

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Secure-HotelBookings.com user rating: 4 based on 42 reviews
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Hotel Details
Address: Paseo y Malecón, Vedado. Ciudad de La Habana. Cuba. Number of Rooms: 352
Distance to Airport: 20 km
Meal Plan: Room & Breakfast
General Hotel Facilities:
- Lobby Bar - Bar - A la Carte Restaurant - Cafeteria
- Cabaret - Shop - Post Office - Fax Service
- Laundry - Massage - Tour Booking Desk - Swimming Pool
- Currency Exchange - Internet access in the lobby - Lifts - Conference Room
- Restaurant - Business desk - Taxi - Handicapped facilities
** Some services require local payment.
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Room & Rates
Standard Room ... from CA$86
- Air Conditioning - Phone - Satellite TV - Safety Deposit Box
- Hair Dryer - Minibar - Private Bathroom - Power 220V/60Hz
- Cold & hot water    
Suite Room ... from CA$163
- Air Conditioning - Phone - Satellite TV - Safety Deposit Box
- Hair Dryer - Minibar - Private Bathroom - Power 220V/60Hz
- Cold & hot water    
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Location
Facing the malecón, a short taxi ride away from Old Havana, the Riviera is relatively near most of the more renowned and better nightclubs and restaurants in Vedado (the popular Jazz Café is across the street).
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Buffet Room's Inner View Room's Inner View Living Room Suite
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Customer Reviews 1 to 3 of 37
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Riviera Hotel Reviews:"Honey moon"
user: a secure-hotelbookings.com user, united states of america - date: May 20, 2010
I got married in 1967 and spend my honey moon there, it was awesome. I'm visiting Cuba next week and I'm planning to stay at least one night to remember my old days....
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Riviera Hotel Reviews:"El Cumbanchero, Mochitos, Malecón"
user: a secure-hotelbookings.com user, germany - date: May 17, 2010
Das Habana Riviera ist lebendige Geschichte, ein Luxus-Hotel alter|klassischer Prägung. Und gerade das macht seinen ganz besonderen Charme aus gegenüber den neuzeitlichen, etwas sterilen Air-Condition-Häusern. Gut 2 Jahre sind ver...
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Riviera Hotel Reviews:"mantenimiento"
user: a secure-hotelbookings.com user, spain - date: April 4, 2010
No se si he estado en el mismo hotel que reflejan la mayoria de los comentarios que he leido de este hotel.He estado alojado 3 dias este mes de marzo de 2010,y mi opinion es que lo unico bueno del hotel es el personal que trabaja ...
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Terms & Conditions
Check In Time: 02:00 PM Check Out Time: 12:00 PM
Cancellation Policy:
Once you have paid for your reservation, the following cancellation policy applies:

-   If you cancel the reservation 48 hours or more before your intended arrival date, we will refund you the total amount that you paid minus an administration fee equivalent to 3% of paid amount, with a minimum of EUR 15.

-   If you cancel the reservation less than 48 hours of your expected check-in date, we will refund you the total amount paid minus the amount of the first night of your intended stay.

-   If you do not arrive at the hotel on the date of your expected check-in, we will refund you the total amount paid for the reservation minus the amount of the first night of your intended stay for no-show charges. Refunds must be requested in writing within 60 days of the date of your intended stay at the hotel. Once this period has passed, no refunds will be made.

We will not make refunds to credit cards, other than the credit card that was used for your booking. We may process refunds via wire transfer, in which case we will deduct any bank charges from the refundable amount. We aim to process refund within 72 hours after receiving your refund request and required information.
Payment Policy:
Reservations require payment in advance. Your credit card will be debited within 24 hours after making your reservation.  Accepted credit cards - VISA, MASTERCARD. Your bill will state: www.ctnres.com. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls and room service will be handled directly between you and the property.

Hotels will provide accommodation to the person under whose name the reservation was made (“lead passenger”), and to accompanying persons as per the exact amount of adults and children booked into each room. The lead passenger must be present at the time of check-in.

Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed. Your reservation is guaranteed for late arrival.
Accommodation is usually available from 16:00hrs on the day of arrival and must be vacated by 11:00hrs on the day of departure. The number of guests in each room is limited to the number of beds provided by the hotel. If the number of persons arriving at the hotel is different to the one selected during the reservation process, or children are not of the age required to classify as such in terms of rates/discounts (see "Children Policy"), additional charges will apply, payable directly to the hotel.
Child Policy:
 Infants up to 1 year 11 months: free of charge.
Children rates will be confirmed during the online reservation process.
Children rates apply for ages 2 - 11 years, and only when sharing room with two adults.
Children 2-11 years sharing room with 1 adult must be booked as adults (double/twin room).
Children 12 years and older must always be booked as adults.

Disclaimer:
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure accuracy and availability, some errors might still occur. Once aware of such incidents we will make all reasonable effort to advise you within 48 business hours of the booking being made. We reserve the right to cancel the reservation and refund all monies paid, but this of course will be without any liability to you.
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