FACT SHEET Meliá Las Américas All Inclusive Golf & Bungalows
Meliá Las Américas All Inclusive Golf & Bungalows General Information Description Location Acommodation Gastronomy Facilities Lesiure and Recreation Business and Meetings Special Services Address: Carretera de Las Morlas, Varadero, Matanzas Telephone: (53 45) 66 7600 Fax: (53 45) 66 7625 E-mail: melia.las.americas@solmeliacuba.com Website: www.melia-lasamericas.com Marketing Department Sol Melia Cuba FAct SHEET Meliá las américas all inclusive golf & bungalows 1
GENERAL INFORMATION Holiday hotel property of Cubacán, a Cuban Spanish joint venture, and operated by Sol Meliá through a management contract under its Meliá brand. The hotel commenced operations in August, 1994 Meliá Hotels Five and Superior Four- Star, All-Inclusive hotels offering highly personalized and attentive service and situated in magnificent beach and city locations. Spacious meeting rooms and optimum services so that entrepreneurs can derive maximum results from their business trip. Wide variety of holiday and sports facilities in the leading beach resorts. The exquisite Meliá culinary offer is another of its distinctive attributes of quality and wellbeing. Marketing Department Sol Melia Cuba FAct SHEET Meliá las américas all inclusive golf & bungalows 2
DESCRIPTION Five star beach hotel covering an area of 3.5 hectares conceived only for adults over 18 years. The property consists of a four-story building housing 250 rooms and an area of 90 bungalows. In all, 340 modern rooms which stand out for their elegant design, cozy ambience and surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. Distinctive Features Located on famous Varadero Beach in Las Americas Resort. Peaceful ambience for adults only, with tropically themed décor. Located in the former DuPont mansion area, currently the Varadero Golf Club. Fabulous views of the ocean and golf course. Direct access to a 1 km white-sand beach kissed by the calm turquoise ocean. Professional 18-hole par 72 golf course recommended by the PGA Central building and independent bungalows surrounded by beautiful gardens and swimming pool area. Air-conditioned lobby offering a spectacular view of the beach, with tropical ambience, water mirrors and relaxation areas decorated with golf motifs. Different types of accommodations located both in and outside the central building, with beautiful views of the ocean, swimming pool, gardens and golf course. Swimming pool with Jacuzzi in the hotel. Swimming pools in the form of lakes surrounded by gardens in the bungalow area for those who prefer privacy and more spacious rooms A choice of à la carte restaurants, bars and cafeterias. Life Enriching Activities (wine sampling, sushi, handicrafts and salsa dancing lessons, etc) Relaxing palapas for couples with view of the swimming pool and the ocean. Special light entertainment programs for adults, singles, special attention to golfers, golf tournaments and golf clinic, etc Weddings and Honeymoons locations and programs Recommended FOR Golf, Weddings, Honeymoons, Tourist Groups and Incentive Trips. LOCATION Located beachfront in the area of the former DuPont Mansion, now Xanadu, and next to the Varadero Golf Club and the Plaza America Convention Center. The hotel is situated 33 km from the Varadero International Airport, 13 km from the town center, 3 km from the dolphinarium, 40 km from Matanzas and 110 km from Playa Giron (Bay of Pigs) -Guama. Local Transportation: Taxi, bus, car rental and Varadero tourist buses. Marketing Department Sol Melia Cuba FAct SHEET Meliá las américas all inclusive golf & bungalows 3
ACCOMMODATIONS 340 different types of rooms, located both in and outside the central building with beautiful views of the ocean, swimming pool, gardens and golf course. Eight (8) interconnecting rooms. All the rooms are elegantly decorated with Cuban themed decor, with the following general facilities: Air-conditioning with in-room thermostat. Magnetic card key. Power: 220 V/ 60 H. Bathrooms are equipped with 110 sockets for electric shavers Balcony or terrace with glass door, table and chairs. Desk with stationary and lamp. Clock radio and satellite TV with remote control. In-room safe- electronic card. Umbrella. Mini-bar (bottled mineral water, soft drinks, fruit juices and beer stocked daily). Electric coffee maker with daily tea and coffee service. King and Queen- size beds. Iron and ironing board. Complete bathroom with hairdryer and toiletries (magnifying mirror, bathrobe and slippers in Suites) Direct telephone line in the room (in the living area - Suites and bungalows). 24-hour room service ($) Types of Rooms Standard 141 standard rooms: 91 with garden view, 50 with view of the golf course and 79 rooms with ocean view, covering an area 30 m² and provided with bedroom, bathroom and terrace or balcony, twin or king -size beds. Junior suite 15 Junior Suites with garden view, 11 Duplex and 4 Gran Terraza, covering an area of 60 m² (Duplex) and 104 m² (Gran Terraza), provided with entrance hall, living room area, kitchenette, bedroom, bathroom and terrace, twin or king- size beds. Ideal for honeymooners. Suite Deluxe Romance * One Suite Deluxe Romance (Duplex) with view of the garden, golf course and ocean. Total area: 80 m², provided with entrance hall, living room/dinning room /kitchenette, bedroom, two bathrooms, one with hydro massage, balcony and terrace garden and king-size beds. Ideal for couples. Suite Deluxe Ocean View * 10 Suite Deluxe Ocean View with panoramic windows offering views of the ocean and swimming pool and covering and area of 85 m² (two with 55 m²); provided with entrance hall, living room/dinning room, bedroom, two bathrooms and terrace. King-size beds. Master Suites Deluxe Golf* 2 Master Suites Deluxe Golf with views of the golf course, garden and the ocean. Total area: 80 m², provided with entrance hall, living room with terrace and view of the golf course, bedroom with ocean view, two bathrooms (one with hydro-massage) and terrace. Twin beds. Suite Presidential Deluxe* 2 Presidential Suites Deluxe with view of the golf course, garden and the ocean. Total area: 90 m², provided with entrance hall, dinning room /kitchenette with terrace and view of the golf course and gardens, living room area, bedroom with ocean view, two bathrooms (one with hydro-massage), king-size beds. Bungalow Junior Suite 70 Bungalow Junior Suites located outside the main building in one or twostory bungalows with views of the garden and swimming pool. Total area: 85 m² provided with living room/dining room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette, terrace and twin beds. Bungalow Suite 12 Bungalow Suites located outside in duplex bungalows with views of the garden and swimming pool. Total area 85 m², provided with living room/ dining room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette, terrace and king-size beds. Bungalow Master Suite 8 Bungalow Master Suites located outside the main building in duplex bungalows offering views of the garden and swimming pool. Total area: 175 m², and provided with entrance hall /dining room /bar, two bedrooms, three bathrooms, kitchenette, two terraces, twin and king-size beds. Maximum occupancy per room: Double and single occupancy (adults over 18 years of age); 2 adults + 1 adult in all types of rooms. Only one extra bed per room accepted. Children are not allowed in the hotel. Marketing Department Sol Melia Cuba FAct SHEET Meliá las américas all inclusive golf & bungalows 4
*Luxury Rooms (Deluxe) Select Suites Deluxe which standout for their spatial distribution, location, design and amenities. Luxury Rooms are considered the maximum expression of comfort and informal luxury at Sol Meliá Cuba., offering clients warm and attentive Luxury Service with facilities and complimentary courtesies that will enhance the experiences of clients who prefer them. *Luxury service Bathrobe and slippers. VIP amenities (bath salts etc). Special assistance during your stay. VIP treatment upon arrival. Personalized check-in. Early check-in/late check-out subject to availability. Luxury Welcome Cocktail (champagne and refreshing moist towels). Daily turndown service. Reservation in á la carte restaurants guaranteed. Pillow and sheet menu. VIP Mini-bar Luxury Room Postcard and farewell memento Beach and swimming pool towels. *Luxury Service and: Bottle of Havana Club rum and dish of fruits upon arrival. American breakfast service in the room (prior request). Massage session. Unlimited Green fee. In/out transfer to the Varadero airport (superior suites). Reception at the airport by hotel staff upon arrival (superior suites). Marketing Department Sol Melia Cuba FAct SHEET Meliá las américas all inclusive golf & bungalows 5
RESTAURANTS AND BARS RESTAURANTS 5 restaurants with varied delicious culinary offer (4 specialized à la carte) La Terraza: IInternational buffer restaurant, air-conditioning and located in the lobby area and with capacity for 250 persons. Hours: Breakfast (07:30 10:30), Lunch (13:00-15:00) and Dinner (19:00 22:00). Il Limoncello: Italian á la carte restaurant with mini-buffet, airconditioning and an area on the terrace with ocean view. The restaurant serves pizzas during lunch and has a capacity for 81 persons. Hours: Lunch (12:30-16:00) and Dinner (19:00 22:30). La Arcada: Gourmet restaurant, air-conditioning, located in the lobby with capacity for 58 persons. Hours: Dinner (19:00 22:30). Sakura: Tepanyaki-style Japanese restaurant (2), Located in the swimming pool area, air-conditioning and capacity for 60 persons. Hours: Dinner (18:30 22:00). La Robleza: A la carte, outdoor grill restaurant located in the swimming pool area with capacity for 86 persons. Hours: Lunch (12:30 16:00) and Dinner (18:30 22:30). BARS 6 bars serving exquisite tropical cocktails, premium national and international beverages for the enjoyment of clients Las Américas (24 hrs) Lobby bar/piano bar. La Cascada (19:00 00:00) Jazz Café Havana Club (10.00 18.30) Beach bar La Robleza (10.00 16.00) Grill bar located in the swimming pool area. La Valenciana (10.00 18.30) Aqua bar in the bungalow swimming pool area Salón Río (21:00 00:30) Celebrations room, billiards and disco Important Prior reservation required in á la carte restaurants (dinner) Dress code in effect in á la carte restaurants (dinner). Formal wear required. Shorts, jeans or sports wear are not accepted. Opening and closing hours can be subject to change (prior notice). Food and beverages (national and imported), extra services and premium beverages ($). Live musical entertainment in some restaurants. Vegetarian and dietary food (on request) and continental breakfast. Tea Time service. 24-hour room service ($). Marketing Department Sol Melia Cuba FAct SHEET Meliá las américas all inclusive golf & bungalows 6
GENERAL FACILITIES Reception Desk /Concierge, money exchange, check-in (14:00), check-out (12:00), late check-out ($), 2 elevators, parking area, porters, laundry service ($), Internet connection area in the lobby ($), 24-hour internal security, fire alarms, rooms for non-smokers and non-smoking area in restaurants, wheel chairs ($), facilities for the disabled (halls and ramps), shopping arcade ($), Tourism Desk. Medical services primary medical attention in the hotel. Drug store ($) located 150 meters away and an 24-hour international clinic ($)7 kilometers away. LEISURE AND ENTERTAINMENT Daily recreation programs in the swimming pool area and beach (10:00 17:00), live shows in the evenings (19:00 23:30), a different one every night. Lessons and games. Life Enriching Activities (wine sampling, sushi, handicrafts, salsa, etc.), Entertainment theatre and celebrations room with bar service, billiards and live music. Wellness (Gym with fitness, aerobics, weight lifting, topnotch equipment), massage and sauna ($). Beauty salon ($) Beach Direct access to the beach only 10 meters away. One hundred meters of natural beach with fine white-sand and crystal- clear waters. Ideal for engaging in nautical sports all year round, with lifeguard service, showers, palm-leaf parasols, sunloungers, towels available in the Club House and. beach- bar. Sports activities Beach volleyball, table games, horseback riding ($), golf ($) Nautical activities Catamaran, kayak, peddle boats, sailing, fishing ($), snorkeling, beach volleyball, banana boat ($), water ski ($), parasailing, ($), boat excursions ($), diving initiation lessons in the pool, diving courses and diving. ($). Swimming pool Four fresh-water swimming pools: 2 with Jacuzzi in the main building area and two in the bungalow section. Total swimming pool area: 1, 250 m², with parasols, sunloungers, showers, bathrooms, chairs, relaxing palapas, lifeguard service and towels in the Club House and swimming pool bar. Special Areas Relaxing palapas, massage area, putting green in the hotel and professional golf course. Alternate locations for weddings. Marketing Department Sol Melia Cuba FAct SHEET Meliá las américas all inclusive golf & bungalows 7
Weddings and Honeymoons Locations for weddings, ceremonies by the edge of the ocean, in romantic and exciting settings, outdoors or indoors. Weekly cocktails for honeymooners, personal wedding coordinator to take care of all the details. Attractive Meliá brand corporate programs: Free Weddings and Free Renewal of Vows, Luxury Wedding, Glamorous Wedding and Renewal of Vows and free honeymoon programs. Honeymoons The program requires six nights in the hotel or combined with Sol Meliá Cuba hotels. Private check-in guaranteed. Late check-out guaranteed. Special room for honeymooners. Flowers in the room upon arrival. Bottle of sparkling wine and fruits in the room upon arrival. Housekeeping (11:00-15:00). Daily turndown service. Welcome cocktail. Romantic honeymoon dinner for two. Honeymoon breakfast in the room the day after arrival. Daily amenities in the room. Special honeymoon gift. Golf Golf coordinator / private golf instructor (reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance). Treatment and conditions for all types of golfers. Special golf lessons offer / golf clinics. Special Fees and conditions for groups and golfing events. Special attention to golfers. Personalized check-in. Special Green fee discounts at reception desk. Green Fee reservation subject to confirmation of hotel -Tee time. Direct access to the golf course. Special cocktail for golfers (varied cocktail selection). Exclusive breakfast for golfers in the lobby bar (06:30 07:00). Mini Putt Tournaments at the Meliá Las Americas Putting Green. Program for spouses (on request). Golf included during the summer (free Green Fee, on request and subject to availability). Meliá Las Americas Golf Tournament. Golf clinic seasons. Sol Meliá Cuba Golf Cup. Varadero Open Golf Tournament. Marketing Department Sol Melia Cuba FAct SHEET Meliá las américas all inclusive golf & bungalows 8
SALONS AND MEETING ROOMS Plaza America Convention Center, located 50 meters from the hotel. Special areas and rooms with modern audiovisual aids in the Plaza America Convention Center located near the hotel with air-conditioned rooms with capacity ranging from 60 to 650 seats. The hotel also offers gastronomic services (menus for coffee breaks, cocktails, dinners, banquets and theme parties), live musical entertainment (trios, small bands, live orchestras prior request -, orchestra and show, DJ with recorded music and MCs prior request -) Group coordinator and added values for Events and Incentive trips. SPECIAL SERVICES Wedding and honeymoon coordinator, Meliá programs with added values and amenities, banquet offers, locations, notary services, etc. Entertainment Department specializing in programs for adults. Coordinator and banquet service for meetings and different type of events. Specialized attention with Luxury Service in Luxury Rooms. Special treatment to repeat clients, wedding anniversaries and birthdays. Singles Fiesta every year. Special program for singles. Meliá Las Americas. Renowned for its intimate and elegant ambience surrounded by exuberant tropical vegetation. Excellent service and outstanding offers at the Varadero Golf Club. Its wide variety of rooms offers clients different accommodations options with views of the ocean, garden, swimming pool view or the golf course. Ideal for those who prefer a passionate game of golf and a peaceful ambience designed for adults only. Its atmosphere exudes the sensuality of Cuba, whose fascination will long endure. Marketing Department Sol Melia Cuba FAct SHEET Meliá las américas all inclusive golf & bungalows 9