Conde de Villanueva Hotel

This hotel, which provides a distinctive sober and intimate ambience, is situated in what used to be a mansion owned by Claudio Martínez de Pinillos, Count of Villanueva, to whom we owe the early presence of railroads in Cuba and the construction of Ferdinand VII aqueduct. From the very first meeting with the host family, visitors will have the chance to enjoy a customized and preferential service. Designed for cigar lovers, its cozy rooms, wrapped around an interior courtyard, are named after famous Cuban tobacco plantations.
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With an unmistakable aroma, the Casa del Habano (Habano House) offers cigars of the highest-quality brands awaiting to be tasted in its own rooms. The hotel also has Vegas de Vueltabajo restaurant, El Corojo coffee shop, Vegas de Vueltarriba breakfast room and a Smokers’ Club.
Conde de Villanueva Hotel has become one of the most popular places among Cuban and foreign artists and intellectuals, as it serves as venue for Julio Larramendi art gallery featuring the best of photographic art and of other genre. Paso Real de San Diego, its main hall, has a seating capacity of 60, and hosts conferences, cocktail parties and business meetings.
Located on Mercaderes (merchants) street, it serves as stopover for those who are ready to visit the Old Square, a multifunctional space with restaurants, art galleries, the Dark Chamber’s viewpoint and the Planetarium. In addition, it is very close to Lonja del Comercio office building, situated in St. Francis of Assisi Square, and Mesón de la Flota (an old-style restaurant) serving traditional Spanish dishes.