Parque Central

Address: Neptuno e/ Prado y Zulueta, Habana Vieja, Ciudad de la Habana, , Havana, Cuba
Tel: +53 (7) 860 6627
Website: view Parque Central’s website
Door: Members & guests only
Style: Cocktail bar
Food: Bar Snacks

Review

Havana's only five star hotel has a plethora of bars to choose from - it's conjoined with a new wing that is a distinct hotel in itself, but also serves to double the number of drinking spaces. They share the same menu, which is more familiar and European in feel, boasts a large choice of premium spirits, classic cocktails, plump and fertile garnishes.

So which bar? We found the best ones - in terms of bartender ability and drinks quality - were the lavish and lush conservatory feel of the main lobby in the 'old' hotel, and the roof-top poolside bar in the 'new' wing. What awaits you there is one of the best vantage points over Havana Old Town, and in particular gives you arguably the best view of the iconic former Bacardi headquarters and the copper bat that adorns its peak. Strictly speaking you need to be a hotel resident to come up here, but a) you might be staying here anyway and b) look the part and it's unlikely you'll be challenged as the bar area is sufficiently separate from the actual pool.