Barcelona, Naples, Paris? There are echoes of all these cities in this plush, colonial-style hotel with its European aspirations and splendid Italianate pool, fit for a Roman emperor. Tucked away in a maze of marble pillars, antique furnishings and two tranquil inner courtyards are 46 well-furnished rooms with balconies either overlooking the street or a mosaic-lined patio.
You'll also find a gym, hot tub and local art gallery. Service is refreshingly efficient: there's a well-regarded roof terrace that showcases live salsa in the evenings. Breakfast is served in the 1869 restaurant.
