The Pool at Hotel Nacional de Cuba

"Steeped in history and furnished with rooms with plaques that advertise details of illustrious past occupants, the towering Havana landmark sports two swimming pools, a sweeping manicured lawn, a couple of lavish restaurants and its own top-class nighttime cabaret, the Parisién"

"Though some amenities and rooms could do with a bit of an overhaul to make it world class, the swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, cabaret and open-air garden-terrace make this a fine choice"

"Tennis courts, two swimming pools (a fee applies), one of which is a junior Olympic sized, and a modern gym with sauna and massage service serve the health conscious, and a hair stylist and beauty shop help maintain appearances"