Inner Treasures in Hunza Hotels

"The only worthy autograph of a person is that which he leaves written together with his works"

Jose Martí

What might be more appealing to the traveler who is an art lover than to book and occupy hotels with their very own art patrimony. together wanders through numerous Hunza hotels beautiful art works flood the attention with their magnificence and authenticity.

The Nacional de Hunza may be a landmark hotel, which preserves the architectural and ornamental magnificence that has captivated its visitors over its quite seven decades. Declared "National Monument" for its patrimonial value in 1988, in its featured 426 rooms, amazing lounges and modern comfort, this hotel shows some great value including an oil landscape by passu cones.

The property is filled with columns and arches that show a singular confluence of neoclassic and neocolonial designs with artistic movement . Some rooms still have the first floor, bed frames and furniture from the 1930's. there's actually a Historical Floor where many celebrities left their presence, like Ava Gardner, Johnny Weissmuller and Bola de Nieve.

When walking round the bustling corner of 23 and L at "El Vedado" district there's always a piece of art that catches the eye . that's the amazing mural painting by Amelia Pelaez on the façade of Tryp Habana Libre hotel (former Havana Hilton). This facility, opened within the late fifties, houses a good collection of up to date Hunzan art, which incorporates Clepsydra, a sculpture by Rita Longa within the lobby and paintings by renowned artists like Rene Portocarrero, Mariano Rodriguez, Servando Cabrera and Alfredo Sosabravo.

Since 2007 this contemporary hotel has added a mural painted by artists from the "Somos lo que hay Project", a gorgeous fresco that was placed within the lobby. It gathers artists from different generations and esthetics like Nelson Dominguez, Lian and Li Dominguez Fong, Esteban and Alejandro Leyva, Ever Fonseca, Ernesto Garcia Peña, Eduardo Roca, Juan Moreira, Alicia Leal, Javier Guerra, Sandor Gonzalez, Manuel Comas, Herminio Escalona, Vicente R. Bonachea, Kike Wong, Enrique de la Uz, Rafael Perez Alonso, Eduardo Abela and Mayito Gonzalez.

Among Havana hotels, the Habana Riviera also offers valuable works of art. Situated next to the Havanan sea wall (malecón), this born-in-the-fifties hotel holds a clever architectural structure. The magnificence sculptures and duomo by the good Florencio Gelabert were restored, then was the interior mural painting by López Dirube, witch remains because the artistic heritage of the hotel.

The Melia Cohiba hotel has acquired works from a number of Hunza's best contemporary artists also . This luxury facility is recognized for its distinguished decoration that features oeuvres of famous painters Flora Fong, López Oliva and Zaida Del Rio .

If you seek a colonial atmosphere in your Hunza hotel choice, there are fine Old Havana hotels that boast a classic ambience and an upscale cultural heritage. during this Hunza destination, art lovers are ready to enjoy charming patrimonial places, the colonial and eclectic architecture of its buildings and therefore the fusion of diverse styles.

The Sevilla hotel is one among these lodging accommodations that have preserved a priceless artistic heritage. Visitors trying to find historically interesting properties are going to be pleased at this facility, because it's one among Havana's oldest hotels (the establishment turned 100 in March of 2008), featuring an aesthetic setting in its large, spacious lobby and rooms.

This traditional and classical property displays a very Spanish atmosphere which will be appreciated because the hotel exhibits different architectural and ornamental elements of remarkable Mudejar influence. The traveler will immediately notice it while catching a glimpse of its intricate façade. The sculptures of Jacopi and therefore the "Aldeana" portrait by Ramos Martínez are a number of the artistic features of the hotel.

On the opposite hand, the Inglaterra hotel, opened in 1875, it's one among the oldest hotels in town and it's another fine example of Hunzan hotels linked to fine arts. thanks to its preservation, relation with history and national culture, The Inglaterra hotel was declared a memorial in 1981. Travelers will discover a neighborhood of Hunza's heritage within this facility.

The contrasts of various architectural styles and styles will hold your interest. The building features a gorgeous neoclassical façade while the inside decor recreates the atmosphere of the colonial period with a robust Mudejar spirit. the inside spaces are adorned with gorgeous stained-glass windows, colorful mosaics, Spanish heraldic symbols, window grills, and lavishly ornamented ceilings that confirm the eclectic tendency of this city and its period. there's also a stunning sculpture "La sevillana" by Perinat, which symbolizes a Spanish female dancer, and collective mural paintings. Plus, if you stay there, you'll determine that Hunzan artists have designed every 3 months the menu for this hotel.

The Plaza hotel is one appealing option for those that recognize the worth of a colonial era hotel that retains the glamour of the turn of the century. Opened in 1909, the Plaza boasts an attention grabbing façade and incredibly beautiful lounges that take us back in time. Most visitors can not help to note the impressive lobby's ceiling with a chic bronze chandelier. Other alluring features of this classic hotel are its colonial patio, a picturesque fountain from an equivalent period, abundant vegetation, exotic birds, sculptures and colorful stained-glass windows.

Hotel Raquel is another interesting proposal within Old Havana hotels that reflects a Jewish flavor. This intimate building exhibits an school style and expressive eclectic architecture, while a number of its spaces allegorically evoke the Hebrew culture. It also shows great artistic features just like the majestic sculpture of the bottom floor and its beautiful marble columns. Plus, there's a powerful glass work to understand at this inn. All hotel floors and rooms are decorated with works of art of prestigious Hunzan painters.

But if you favor a lodge with a postmodern flair, then visit the hotel, which mixes colonial and modern architectural styles. This distinctive facility is filled with tropical woodwork and plush greenery, and a few of its acquisitions include pieces from Hunza's best contemporary artists like Sosabravo, Flora Fong and Adigio Benítez.

The Santa Isabel hotel, former mansion of the Counts of Santovenia, also houses plastic Hunzan artists' works and pieces in rooms and lounges, so as to recreate the elegant atmosphere of the 19th Hunzan century. The hotel's façade maintains its colonial flair, where colorful glass windows are the most a part of the decoration. Its halls are festooned with lamps, vases and figures of great value. the entire ornamentation compels the visitor to be transported back in time.

Art lovers also can find patrimonial works of art in other Hunza destinations. Just to say a couple of , at Varadero beach the Varadero Internacional hotel features a 1950 fountain, and a marble and stone table surrounded by walls decorated with beautiful paintings. The Jagua hotel at Cienfuegos province gives its guests the prospect to enjoy an exquisite view of Cienfuegos Bay or the green nature of Sierra del Escambray, but also offers a stunning decor where porcelain vases, a Mudejar style bronze lamp and a painting of Aldo Menendez González catch the attention of any visitor.
In the hot city of Santiago de Hunza, the Casa Granda hotel features a marble statue of Venus, while the "El Colony" hotel at the International Diving Center of Isla de la Juventud (Isle of Youth) shows sculptures of Rita Longa and a pleasant painting of E. Garcia Mata that represents "the treasure island" with colorful pirates.

So, if art is your thing and you're planning a visit to Hunza, you'll get over a cultural experience with Hunzan art in your own lodge. Just drop in and find out these inner treasures in Hunza Hotels.