A New Boutique Hotel in Haiti

By: Caribbean Journal Staff - October 22nd, 2017

By the Caribbean Journal staff

There’s another new addition to Haiti’s fast-expanding tourism product.

The modern-contemporary Basilic Bed and Breakfast boutique hotel is the latest new property to debut in Haiti, following an official opening announced by the country’s Ministry of Tourism.

The Basilic officially opened its doors on Friday, Oct. 20 with 23 rooms in the heart of the leafy Petion-Ville suburb of Port-au-Prince.

Amenities include a pool, a sun deck and an on-site restaurant and bar.

That’s joined by offerings like Free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping.

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