A look at the Meliá Cohiba hotel [esp/eng]

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In tourist facilities, the lobby area is one of the areas that should have the greatest impact on the visitor, since it will be the first thing he/she encounters upon entering the hotel, and it offers a first impression of the hotel. Therefore, finding a properly designed and decorated space, clean and with adequate lighting, guarantees the possibility of attracting a potential client. It is essential that this first contact is recorded as a pleasant memory, and that a cordial treatment by all the staff is added.

En las instalaciones turísticas, el área del lobby es de las que más impacto debe causar en el visitante, debido a que será lo primero que encuentre a su entrada al hotel, y ofrece una primera impresión del mismo. Entonces encontrar un espacio debidamente diseñado y decorado, limpio y con una iluminación adecuada, garantiza la posibilidad de captar un posible cliente. Se hace imprescindible que ese primer contacto quede grabado como un recuerdo agradable, y que se adicione un trato cordial por todo el personal.


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I begin with the above reflection because that was the impression I had when I entered the Meliá Cohiba Hotel, which is one of the most iconic and well-known hotels in Cuba, and is located just one block away from Havana's Malecón. Undoubtedly, it has a privileged position for lovers of the sea and its constant swaying.
When I entered the hotel, where I was only there for business purposes, I was amazed by the feeling of hygiene and order that is immediately perceived. The floors have a shine that allows you to identify the images as if they were mirrors. Most of the supporting furniture is black, which contrasts very well with all the abundant lighting of the place.
I was pleased to find several floral arrangements with natural plants, which looked very fresh in their colors, and were chosen and arranged with grace and good taste. Nowadays there is a tendency to use artificial plant decorations, which do not require constant attention and have a very long useful life. But, in my opinion, they do not bring the same vitality to the environment.

Comienzo con la anterior reflexión porque esa fue la impresión que tuve al entrar al hotel Meliá Cohiba, que constituye uno de los hoteles más icónicos y conocidos de Cuba, y se encuentra ubicado a solo una cuadra del Malecón habanero. Sin dudas, tiene una posición privilegiada para los amantes del mar y su constante vaivén.
Cuando entré al hotel, donde solo estuve por cuestiones laborales, quedé asombrada por la sensación de higiene y orden que se percibe enseguida. Los pisos tienen un brillo que permite identificar las imágenes como si fueran espejos. La mayoría del mobiliario de apoyo es negro, lo que contrasta muy bien con toda la abundante iluminación del local.
Me gustó encontrar varios arreglos florales con plantas naturales, las cuales lucían con mucha frescura sus colores, y estaban escogidas y dispuestas con gracia y buen gusto. Actualmente existe una tendencia a usar decoraciones con plantas artificiales, que no requieren una atención constante y tienen un tiempo útil bien prolongado. Pero, desde mi criterio, no aportan la misma vitalidad en el entorno.


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In the hotel there is an art gallery located on the second floor, where the works on display are changed regularly and are for sale. Restaurants and other points of sale, gym, spa and swimming pool are also located on that floor.
Likewise, the figures that adorn the hotel lobby are also part of the art show. My favorite figure is a white porcelain cat standing in a very nice position, with several spheres of different colors in its eyes. These same spheres are transferred to the top of the table where it is located.

En el hotel existe una galería de arte que se encuentra ubicada en la segunda planta, y donde las obras que se exponen se cambian con regularidad y se encuentran a la venta. En esa planta también se encuentran los restaurantes y otros puntos de venta, gimnasio, spa y piscina.
Igualmente, las figuras que adornan el lobby del hotel también forman parte de la muestra de arte. Mi figura preferida es la de un gato de porcelana blanca que está parado en una posición muy simpática, y en los ojos tiene varias esferas de distintos colores. Estas mismas esferas se trasladan al sobre de la mesa donde está ubicado.


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The hotel's furnishings are varied, but elegant and comfortable. You can find large square armchairs that are upholstered in white, with four-seater sofas that have satin cushions that move in shades of gray and brown.
You can also find other types of furniture, such as tables in precious wood with upholstered chairs. This furniture has a more classic touch, but it fits perfectly because they provide a lot of elegance in a place with a more modern design.

El mobiliario del hotel es variado, pero elegante y confortable. Se pueden encontrar grandes butacas cuadradas que están tapizadas en color blanco, con sofás para cuatro plazas que tienen cojines de satén que se mueven en tonalidades grises y carmelitas.
También se puede encontrar otro tipo de mobiliario, como lo son las mesas en madera preciosa con sus sillas tapizadas. Este mobiliario tiene un toque más clásico, pero se acopla perfectamente porque proporcionan mucha elegancia en un sitio con un diseño más moderno.


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The corridors of the hotel are wide and illuminated, and also its walls have large paintings and decorations with flowers, showing a harmony in all the spaces.

Los pasillos del hotel son amplios e iluminados, e igualmente sus paredes poseen grandes cuadros y decoraciones con flores, demostrando una armonía en todos los espacios.


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One of the paintings that I considered most impressive is the one located at the end of the reception bar, because it shows a photo of the hotel's façade from some nearby point in the city, and the monochromatic tonality used gives the idea that it is an image of the past.

Uno de los cuadros que consideré más impactante es el ubicado al final de la barra de la recepción, porque muestra la foto de la fachada del hotel desde algún punto cercano de la ciudad, y la tonalidad monocromática usada da la idea de que es una imagen del pasado.


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Que bonito paseo por esas áreas comunes de un Hotel tan significativo y elegante de la Habana , gracias amiga por darnos la oportunidad de apreciar eso de cerca. Ahh me encantó ese gato blanco y ni hablar de la lámpara central👌🏽👍🏽

What a nice walk through those common areas of such a significant and elegant Hotel in Havana, thank you friend for giving us the opportunity to appreciate that up close. Ahh I loved that white cat and not to mention the central lamp👌🏽👍🏽

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Sí estimada @lileisabel, es un lugar muy elegante, pero con un toque de modernidad, a pesar de no ser de los hoteles más modernos de la ciudad. Desde que entras te sorprende.

Yes dear @lileisabel, it is a very elegant place, but with a touch of modernity, despite not being one of the most modern hotels in the city. From the moment you walk in it surprises you.

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Es un hotel muy lindo con una excelente decoración y las plantas artificiales les da un toque especial aunque yo también prefiero las naturales.
It is a very nice hotel with excellent decoration and the artificial plants give them a special touch although I also prefer natural ones.

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Las decoraciones de las plantas fueron de los elementos que más me llamaron la atención en el hotel, son muy bonitas. Gracias por tu comentario @babyl 🥰

The plant decorations were one of the elements that caught my attention in the hotel, they are very beautiful. Thank you for your comment @babyl 🥰

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Muy bonito tu recorrido, recuerdo muy bien las bellezas del hotel. Gracias por compartir, me trae muy buenos recuerdos, feliz semana 🌹🌷🪷💐🌻🌺💮🥀🏵️🌸🌼☘️

Very nice your tour, I remember very well the beauties of the hotel. Thanks for sharing, it brings back great memories, happy week 🌹🌷🪷💐🌻🌺💮🥀🏵️🌸🌼☘️

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Qué bueno que te trae bonitos recuerdos el hotel 🥰. Luego del cierre por la pandemia le hicieron una remodelación, y mejoraron muchísimo la infrastructura

I'm glad you have fond memories of the hotel 🥰. After the closure due to the pandemic, the hotel was remodeled and the infrastructure was greatly improved

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Me alegro mucho que lo hayan mejorado 🌹🌷🪷💐🌻🌺💮🥀🏵️🌸🌸🌼☘️

I'm so glad they improved it 🌹🌷🪷💐🌻🌺💮🥀🏵️🌸🌸🌼☘️

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Hello my friend, very nice publication where you show us the main beauties of this hotel. I loved the floral arrangements , everything is very exquisite, thank you for showing us. A hug🤗

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Yes my friend, the hotel looks amazing. The lobby design is very well thought out and executed. I highly recommend it!!!

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Que belleza de hotel, este emporio en todos lados es hermoso 💜

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El hotel está espectacular, dan deseos de pasar unas vacaciones ahí. Es uno de los hoteles más emblemáticos de la capital

The hotel is spectacular, it makes you want to spend a vacation there. It is one of the most emblematic hotels in the capital

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I really like the design of the furniture, very elegant, sophisticated and modern. Beautiful photos.

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Yes, the furniture in general is one of the elements that most embellishes the design of the hotel. It is varied but everything blends well together. Thank you for your comment 🥰

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Hi @indipnash91 this hotel looks like hotel in my country, even though the ornament, the crystal one is looks same. Glad to see you enjoy you vacation.

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Then the hotels in your city must be very elegant, because that one is very nice. Thank you very much for your comment 🥰

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It is a very beautiful hotel, I have never been inside so I appreciate your publication as it gives me the opportunity to meet him.

Cheers!

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Hi @indipnash91, the decor of the hotel is beautiful, also the different spaces look clean and organized, I liked the lamp and the transparent spheres, they look great, the cat is quite a celebrity with its unique pose and colorful spheres in the eyes.

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I'm glad you enjoyed the design of the hotel dear @belkyscabrera, it's an elegant place and every element is tastefully thought out.

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