Casa Larabi

Top choice in Cuba


Possibly the most whimsical house in the whole province, the impossible-to-miss Larabi – painted turquoise, purple and pink (it works) – jumps out at you on the approach road to the Hotel Faro Luna. Inside is a riot of museum-worthy antique furniture and botanical-garden-worthy plants. The icing on the cake: a wonderful pink terrace with sea views.

There are four fabulous rooms and great food. English spoken.


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