Hotel Nacional de Cuba is located in the heart of El Vedado, the most central area of Havana, on a hill quite close to the sea. The property was designed in an eclectic architectural style, with extensive gardens and views of the boardwalk. This classic and elegant building, symbol of history and culture in the Cuban capital, was declared a National Monument and enlisted on the Memory of the World Register. The hotel offers a terrace on the garden, ideal to enjoy a peaceful ambiance. In addition, there are vintage American cars parked outside, which are available for rent for a ride through the city. Cabaret Parisién presents shows every night. The hotel has 432 guest rooms and suites, some of which are located on the executive floor, with amenities for business travelers, as well as conference facilities to accommodate up to 500 guests. Massages service, sauna, a fitness center, and currency exchange are also available. Accommodations are equipped with air conditioning, internet, flat-screen TV, and telephone. All of them include a minibar, slippers, a bathrobe, and a welcome cocktail. This historic hotel is surrounded by a variety of tourist attractions, such as the bay and The Malecón, which are less than 1 kilometer (0.6 mi) away. The property is 3 kilometers (1.9 mi) from the National Capitol Building, recently opened for the public, which is the site for the two Congress chambers, and that is considered one of the six most important international enclosures in its kind. Old Havana is 4 kilometers (2.5 mi) away, while Morro Castle, whose spaces show the Cuban culture, is 6 kilometers (3.7 mi) from the property. José Martí International Airport (HAV), the closest, is 21 kilometers (13 mi) from the hotel. ***Credit cards issued by United States banks are not accepted. ***Please specify your estimated arrival time in the Special Requests section of your reservation, in order to prepare your guest room. Before your trip, please check directly with the national government the entry and stay requirements of the country you are visiting. Keep in mind that it is the responsibility of the traveler to meet the rules and regulations established by the destination country.