Meliá Buenavista

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Location Accommodation

Restaurants and Bars General Services

Leisure and Entertainment Royal Service

Yhi-Spa Weddings and Honeymoons

Address: Cayo Santa María, Caibarién, Villa Clara, Cuba.Postal Code: 52610Tel: (53 42) 350700 Fax: (53 42) 350703Email: [email protected]: www.melia-buenavista.com

Meliá Buenavista

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Meliá Buenavista All Inclusive Royal Service & Spa

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FACT SHEET Meliá Buenavista All Inclusive Royal Service & Spa

Copyright © 2011 Meliá Cuba Marketing and Publicity. All Rights Reserved.

Five and four star hotels with highly personalized service attentively

rendered. Magnificent city and beach locations. Spacious rooms,

services and facilities so that business travelers can derive maximum

results during their business trips. Wide variety of leisure and sports

facilities in All –Inclusive beach resorts. Their select culinary offer is

one of their distinctive attributes of quality and comfort.

All Royal Service 5-star holiday hotel. Adults only (over 18 years), opened and operated by Meliá Hotels International Cuba since December 1, 2010. Property of the Cuban group Gaviota S.A.

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LOCATION Located in Punta Madruguilla, in the western area of Cayo Santa Maria, 2km (2min) from Villa Zaida del Río, 3km (3min) from Sol Cayo Santa María, 4km (4min) from Meliá Cayo Santa María and 5km (5 min) from Melia Las Dunas. Access: Land, air and by means of a 48 km causeway (road syteching over the sea (Caibarien-Cayo Santa María) 40 min aprox.

DISTINCTIVE FEATURES• All Royal Service hotel, the only one of its type at Meliá Cuba • Designed only for adults 18 years and older. • An oasis of repose. Total privacy and exclusivity. Ideal for those who prefer an ambience of intimacy, retreat, peace and fresh air.• Hotel located beachfront, surrounded by three pristine beaches and coves. • A la carte restaurants, two swimming pools, tennis court, Fitenss Center and beauty salon.• Butler Service, Beach & Pool Concierge, Life Enriching • Yhi-Spa, weddings and honeymoon locations • Day & Dinner Around at Meliá Cuba hotels on Cayo Santa María• Considered a Biosphere Reserve due to its wide strectch of fine-sand beach, chrystal-clear waters, lush tropical vegetation and rich variety of endemic wildlife.

Special Areas

• 2 contemplative beaches surrounding the hotel forming natural pristine coves which stand out for their rocky sand in a shallow trasparente sea. Ideal for enjoying the calm, privacy and peacefulness evoked by these beautiful costal landscapes of the Caribbean Sea.

DESCRIPTIÓNThis Five Star All Inclusive Superior eco-resort is located in a priveldged ecological setting in Cayo Santa María, covering a total area of 25,000 m2 with lobby and air-conditioned areas. Two-story Bungalows built on stilts, in complete harmony with the surrounding natural environment. Junior Suites and Suites, including the superb Villa Zaida del Río.

RECOMENDAD FOR couples , weddings, honeymoons, spa & wellness

TRANSPORT AND AIRPORTS : Taxis, car and moped rental, Cayo Santa María tour bus and shuttle service between the hoteles and small towns on the key. Local transportation service * ($). Shuttle Service between Meliá Cuba hotels on Cayo Santa María. Las Brujas national airport:

10km (10 min). The closest internacional airport: the Santa Clara/ Abel Santa María International Airport, 110Km (60 min).

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VARADERO CAyO LARGO CAyO GUILLERMO CAyO COCO HOLGUíN SANTIAGO DE CUBA

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Junior Suite, Junior Suite Ocean View and Junior Suite Prime Ocean View Royal Service48 Junior Suites with garden or swimming pool view. Two-story bungalows, Top or Ground Floor; 26 rooms with ocean view on the Ground Floor and 26 rooms with ocean view on the Top Floor. All the rooms cover a total area of: 62.06 m2, featuring living room-TV–bedroom, bathroom with whirlpool, walk-in closet, terrace with outdoor shower. Beds: King- size or twin, terrace with bench-sofa bed.

Suite Romance Royal Service 2 rooms: Ocean View, Ground Floor, Breakfast Palapa in the garden. Total Area: 106.83 m2, with living room –dining room -TV, bedroom -TV, bathroom with whirlpool, walk-In closet, terrace with outdoor shower. Beds: king- size. Two-story bungallows. Beachfront, Romantic decoration. Two inter-connecting spaces with terrace and bench-sofa bed offering a priveledged view of Punta Madruguilla cove.

Suite Prime Ocean View Royal Service 2 rooms: beachfront, TOP FLOOR. Total Area: 106.83 m2, with living room –dining room -TV, bedroom –TV, bathroom with whirlpool, walk-In closet, terrace with outdoor shower. Beds: king- size. Two-story bungallows. Beachfront,

• Telephone in the bathroom and bedroom • King-size and twin beds • TV-LCD 32” (bedroom) • Ceiling fan (bedroom) • Eléctric coffee maker replenished with coffee and tea (daily) • Mini-bar stocked daily with bottled water /soft drinks /fruit juices and beer • Electronic safe depost box • Magnifying mirror and hairdryer (bathroom) • Whirlpool with hand shower, hairdryer • Outdoor Balinese shower • Umbrellas • Iron and ironing board • VIP toiletries• Bath salts • Butler and Pillow Menu • Bathrobe and slippers • Beach /pool towels

A total of 104 Junior Suites and Suites, including the Zaida del Río Villa. All with Royal Service. Ocean View, Prime Ocean View, Swimming Pool View, 1 Junior Suite with facilities for the disabled, 6 interconnecting Junior Suites and 4

for non-smokers. All the rooms are air-conditioned and feature:

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• Beach bag for towels (complementary)• Luxury Room Postcard, music CDs and Meliá Cuba brochures Special services in superior rooms

All Royal Service:

• Butler service menu *. • Unpacking and parking of luggage *• Preparation of the bath * • Personalized coffee service and mini-bar * • Shoe shine *• In- room breakfast and tea service *• In-room Spa service ($) *• Daily turndown service. • One hydrothermal circuit at theYHI-Spa included per person per stay • Discount on massages at the YHI-Spa

Romantic decoration Two inter-connecting spaces with terrace and bench-sofa bed offering a priveledged view of Punta Madruguilla cove,

Villa Zaida Del Río Royal Service Separate two-story cottage located 2 km from Meliá Buenavista. Rustic architectiral style with tile roof. Situated beachfront with direct access to a private beach. Total area: 250 m2, featuring ptivate entrance, terraces on the ground floor, dining room -bar, sitting room with bathroom. Terraces on the upper floor, ¬1 bedrrom, lounge-study, bathroom with whirlpool and shower with skylight. Beds: king- size. Umbrellas, CD-palyer-MP3-radio and DVD, deck chairs, table and arm chairs on the balcony, bathroom scale, mini-bar /kitchen/bar stocked with premium beverages, trouser press, rocking chairs on the terraces and in the room, private swimming pool /Jaczzi/solarium. The Villa has been designed for couples only and especially recommended for those who presfer to be alone. Royal Service * Room with exclusive butler service.

Maximum occupancy per room, Double Occupancy or Single occupancy of double room. (Adults only, 18 years and older). (In all types of rooms) 2 adults or 1 adult. Extra bed or 3rd person not accepted. Maximum occupancy per room: 2 adults.



RESTAURANTSVariada y refinada oferta gastronómica todo a la Carta a través de 3

restaurantes. Desayuno, Almuerzo y Cena A la Carta. Mesa de antipastos

en el Ranchon playa. Vinos en almuerzos y cenas

Menu extra carta ($). Servicio de habitaciones (24hrs). Música en vivo en

los Restaurantes.

LOS MARINOS- Beach Grill Restaurant Located in a separate building overlooking the sea and the road leading to the hotel

main entrance. Connected to the beach by a walkway. Air-conditionrd and surrounded

by outdoor terraces offering a magnificseent view of the beach and Punta Madruguilla

cove. A la carte service and table with antipastos. The restaurant has its own bar serving

instant hot and cold drinks. Live musical accompaniment: small groups

Hours: Breakfast: 07:30 - 11:00 (ála carte). Lunch: 13:00 – 16:00 (antipasto, crudités,

appetizers and breads) Internacional menu.

Dinner: 18:30 – 22:00. (seafood)

LOS NAVEGANTES- Bistro Restaurant Located in the central building of the hotel next to the International Restaurant.

Air-conditioned with panoramic windows offering views of the outdoor terraces, main

swimming pool and Punta Madruguilla cove. Secializing in á la carte French cuisine

and latin menu (seating capacity for 44 persons). Opened 7 days a week. Live musical

accompaniment: small groups

Hours: Dinner: 18:30 - 22:00

LOS CARIBES- International Restaurant Located in the central building of the hotel next to the International Restaurant.

Air-conditioned with panoramic windows offering views of the outdoor terraces, main

swimming pool and Punta Madruguilla cove. Specialing in á la carte International

cuisine. (seating capacity for 86 persons) Opened 7 days a week. Live musical

accompaniment: small groups

Hours’ Lunch: 13:00 – 16:00 (Italian menu) Dinner: 18:30 – 22:00. (Alternating

seafood and Italian menu)

Note: The offers of the theme restaurants may be subject to change accoding to season

and hotel occupancy.

BARS A total of 3 bars for enjoying delicious tropical cocktails including national and international drinks. All the bars serve international premium beverages. Pool & Beach concierge service.

LA NOTTE Lobby Bar and Piano BarAir-conditioned with outdoor terraces overlooking the swimming pool and Punta

Matamoros cove. Opened 7 days a week.

• Lobby bar (24hrs). Entertainment: piped music

• Piano bar: (19:00- 22:00). Entertainment: live music: Piano, wind or strings.

LA DUNA Beach Bar Beachfront and connected to the beach grill restaurant by a walkway. Beach concierge service Specialty: drinks and liquors. Opened: 7 days a week. Hours: 10:00 - 17:00 LA CARACOLA Pool Bar Located in the main swimming pool area overlooking Punta Madruguilla cove. Pool concierge service to the main swimming pool and to the one in bungalow area. Specialty: drinks and liquors. Opened: 7 days a week. Hours: 10:00 - 17:00

Note: Dress code in effect in á la carte restaurants. (Shorts, jeans or sportwear not accepted). Dietary and vegetarian offers on request. Continental breakfast service. Tea Time Service. Opening and closing time can be subject to change after prior notice

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Front Desk –Consierge (24 hrs). Check-in: 14:00 hrs. Check-out: 12: 00 hrs. Late Check-out & Early Check-in ($).24 -hr telephone and fax services ($) Cambio de divisa. Credit cards that pass through US banks are not accepted. Porterage.Internet Center: locsted in the lobby. PC internet connection free.Medical Services: International clinic 8 km from the hotel (24 hrs) ($)Disabled persons: Facilities and access ramps, 1 room for the disabled. Wheelchairs (On request) ($). Security: 24-hour internal security staff. Locks and safes with magnetic key cards. Flame retardant material, alarm system and sprinklers.Votage: 220 v (60 Hz).Others: Satellite TV Área in the Lobby. Chill out environment. Non-smoking areas. Free parking. Laundry ($).Souvenir shop ($). Car rental ($). Guests can request other services not found in the hotel in any of our Melia Cuba hotels on Cayo Santa María. No pets allowed.

LEISURE AND ENTERTAINMENTBeaches: Main beach: Playa Cañón (400 m long). Fine white sand. An exclusive area which extends over a cliff and downward to the area where the rest of the Melia hotels are located. On the other side, beautiful contemplative pristine beaches and Punta Madruguilla cove. Walkway leading to the beach grill restaurant. Showers, lifeguard service, parasols, sunloungers and palapas. Beach bar and beach concierge, towel service in the Clubhouse. Other beaches: There are two comtemplative beaches surrounding the hotel forming natural coves renowned for its rocky sand under shallow transparent waters. Ideal for enjoying the privacy, peace and calm that these beautiful Caribbean costal landscapes evoke. Contemplative beach Punta Madruguilla cove (200m long), with a walkway leading to the main hotel swimming pool and La Caracola pool bar located opposite the hotel lobby. Contemplative beach Punta Matamoros cove (300m long), located in the western area of the hotel, close to the YHI-Spa, in the most pristine area of the hotel, surrounded by palm tress and native vegitation.

Swimming Pools: 2 fresh water pools. A main swimming pool in the lobby area with a walkway leading to comtemplative beach Punta Madruguilla

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and another to the bungalow area, both with sunloungers and Balinese beds service. Shade areas. Bathrooms. Lifeguard service. Swimming pool bar and pool concierge Towel service in the Clubhouse.

Health and Beauty: Yhi-Spa ($), Beauty Salon ($): Beauty salon for ladies and gentlemen which will make them forget everything and just think about themselves. Extensive service menu provided by our qualified staff, which will take care of even the smallest detail. Hairdressing, styling manicure and pedicure.

Fitness Center: Gym provided with top-notch equipment and a wide variety of exercises so that cusomers will burn their worries away in an environment of wellness and health. Cardiovascular equipment, weights, Coach

Activities: Although the hotel does not have an entertainment program, guests can nevertheless listen to live music in the evenings at La Notte Piano Bar. A program of activities very nature –oriented will allow customers to discover the natural wonders of Punta Madruguilla through snorkling excursiones, nature walks, etc. During the day, the Clubhouse organizes activities in the swimming pool and in the beach, with varied and placid programs, Towel service, Life Enriching, pilates, aquagym, ecological field trips, yoga sessions, Spanish lessons and a tennis instructor on request.

Sports: Professional tennis court located in the Spa area. Ecological and natural environment. Night lights and coaches if necessary.

Boating: Available at the Meliá Cayo Santa María Hotel. Non-motorized activities. Kayak, pedalboats, sailing, etc. Diving initiation lessons

Diving and Fishing: Directly at the Cayo Las Brujas Marina ($).



VILLA ZAIDA DEL RIO ROyAL SERVICE Guests staying at this exclusive private villa are entitled to all the privileges of Buenavista Melia Royal Service and to the following services

• Exclusive butler service. Private breakfast, lunch and dinner service at the Villa• One YHI-Spa massage included per stay, (single or couples).• Reservations guaranteed and prioritized at Meliá Buenavista restaurants. • Special treatment on arrival with bottle of Champagne and fruits on arrival, Havana Club Rum aged 7 years, coffee, sparkling wine and flowers.• One YHI-Spa massage included per stay (single or couples).• Does not include free private transportation to Meliá Buenavista or another hotel. Shuttle service available.• Recommended for couples and those who prefer quiet and privacy.

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ROyAL SERVICE BUENAVISTA VIP Lounge with Front Desk – Concierge and Terraces, PC with Internet connection in lounge, satellite TV area in the lobby, Lobby Bar serving premium brands and snack service. Piano-Bar. Pool Bar. Beach Bar. Bistro Latino Restaurant. Internacional Beach Grill Restaurant. Exclusive swimming pool (pool concierge). Private Beach (beach concierge) and 2 contemplative coves /beaches. SPA, Beauty Salon and

Fitness Center. Tennis Court, Clubhouse. Acommodations: Junior Suites/Suite/Suite Romance/Villa

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SERVICES AND FACILITIES

• Check-in / Check-out personalized and/or private.• Welcome cocktail with sparkling wne and refreshing moist towels.• Butler Service *(Menu)• Welcome and personalized explanation• Assistance and coordination. Reservation, transfer, etc• Personalized attention throughout your stay • Unpacking and packing of bags • Daily turndown service • Shoe shine • Personalized coffee service according to customer’s preference • Personalized premium bar service according to customer’s preference (only in Suites and Villa Zaida del Rio)• Breakfast service in the room according to customer’s preference • Preparation of the bath • In- room Spa service ($) (Baths: Grapes, Vanilla, Cleopatra Milk, Sea Chrytals, Equilibrium Oils) Pillow Menu: anti-allergic, anatonomical, nordream, multielastic-hipoallergic, duck down, cylindrical and with neck support.• One hydrothermal circuit included at the YHISpa per person per stay • Discount on massages at the YHI Spa- • Early check- in subject to availability • Late check-out free until 16:00 hrs, only for guests staying in Suites, Prime Ocen View and Villa Zaida del Rio• Free Internet connection. • 24-hr room service (included)• Tea time and snack service

• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (à la carte)• Pool & Beach Concierge• Internacional airport -hotel-international airport transfer (only for guests accommodated in Suites and Villa Zaida del Rio).• National airport-hotel-national airport transfer (only for guests accommodated in Suites and Villa Zaida del Rio).• Day Around and Dinner Around (free) at Meliá Cuba hoteles on the key ( shuttle service included)• Exclusive Meliá Cuba shuttle service (free). Hotel Meliá Buenavista- Meliá hotels on Cayo Santa María.



yHI SPA AGUAS FRESCAS Relax your body and awaken your mind in an environment full of tropical beauty, surrounded by the Buenavista Biosphere Reserve, a natural ecological area. Exclusive access to the prisitine beaches and coves of Punta Madruguilla in Cayo Santa

Maria.

Facilities and Services: Separate building with Spa, Fitness Center and Beauty Salon. Front Desk situated in an open airy lounge. The personalized attention of valets and highly qualified therapiests. Fresh water, toning beverages, teas, infusions, etc. Towels, bathrobe and slippers. Individual changing rooms for men and women. Bath amenities. Outdoor Jacuzzi (4m2). Terraces with pergolas and deckchairs. Outdoor relaxation areas. (2) Eco palapas – outdoor individual cabins for men and women. (2) Air-coditioned massage cabins for couples with outdoor Balinese shower. (2) Complete moisture circuits for men and women with:sensations shower, sauna and steam

SPA Treatments ($) a choice of world-class body treatments using Cuban aromas and flavors. “Sensory Water Journey” , a hydrothermal circuit for men and women; “Sensaciones of Cuba” massages; “Beauty of Cuba “tropical facial treatments – programs for one or more days (couples or singles); “A Day in the Spa”- Yhi Spa Guide. Everything you need to know about SPAs. Special wedding offers. Spa Products: The products used for treatments are completely professional and produced by Germaine de Capuccini

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MELIá BUENAVISTA An oasis of calm for those who prefer privacy and All Royal Service & Spa exclusivity.

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wEDDINGS AND HONEyMOONS Personal wedding coordinator to

take care of every detail. Adore Cuba, attractive wedding programs especially designed for Meliá brand hotels:

WEDDINGS Meliá• Free Weeding and Free Renewal of Vows Programs with group options according to a minimum number of nights booked. • Luxury Wedding Program with two attractive offers : Luxury Wedding and Glamorous Wedding• Renewal of Vows program for a minimum stay of 6 nights.• Symbolic wedding program “Live your Dream”, for those who prefer a ceremony without legal services. • Extras services including a varied offer for your wedding day. Coctail and dinners, flowers, photos and video, music, beauty salon & spa, etc.• Honeymoon hospitality for newly weds and free Honeymoon programs for stays of several nights.

Our wedding programs include Gazebo or alternative locations, notary service, marriage certificate, cake, sparkling wine, romantic dinners, varied services and added values to make your wedding an unforgettable experience.

Ceremonies at the edge of the sea, in romantic and exciting places. Special treatment for repeat guests and anniversaries are some of the many details that Meliá Cuba has in store for you on the special occasion

HONEYMOONSProgram: 6 nights stay in one or a combination of Meliá Cuba hotels. Private check-in guaranteed, late check-out guaranteed, special accommodation, flowers in the room on arrival, bottle of sparkling wine and fruits in room on arrival. Housekeeping after 11:00 hrs and before 15:00 hrs. Daily turndown service, welcome cocktail, romantic honeymoon dinner for two. Honeymoon breakfast in the room the day after arrival. Special amentities in the room. Special honeymoon gift. Weekly cocktail for honeymoon couples

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MAIN BUILDING

1. Hotel Entrance2. Lobby

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3. Junior Suite Royal Services

4. Junior Suite Ocean View Royal Service

5. Junior Suite Prime Ocean View Royal Service

6. Suite Romance Royal Service

7. Suite Prime Prime Ocean View Royal Service

8. Villa Zaida del Río Royal Service

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SWIMMING POOL

9. Swimming pool10. Pool Bungalows

BEACH

11. Cañón Beach

RESTAURANTS

12. Los Marinos Grill Restaurant

13. Los Navegantes Bistró Restaurant

14. Los Caribes Restaurant

BARS

15. La Notte Lobby Bar & Piano Bar

16. La Duna Beach Bar 17. La Caracola Pool Bar

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18. Club House19. Tenis Court20. Shop21. Internet Area

YHI SPA

22. Yhi-Spa Aguas frescas23. Beauty parlor 24. Gym

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