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Das Eigentum — edificio 11
Edificio 11 is a functional, no-frills three-star in central Havana, favoured by budget-conscious travellers and solo adventurers who want a clean bed and a solid base rather than resort-style pampering. The lobby feels like a modest 1950s apartment block lobby: tiled floors, a reception desk, worn armchairs, and the buzz of Old Havana just steps away. Its USP is location — steps from the Malecón and Capitolio — and affordability, not luxury. It suits independent travellers who prioritise exploration over hotel amenities.
Chroniken von Havana
Havana was founded in 1519 by Spanish conquistador Diego Velázquez de Cuéllar as San Cristóbal de La Habana, quickly becoming a key port for treasure fleets. Its architecture evolved from Spanish colonial baroque and neoclassical to an exuberant art deco and eclectic blend after the 1920s, earning it a UNESCO World Heritage designation for Old Havana. The 1959 revolution froze much of the city’s pre-war building stock, leaving peeling façades and a hauntingly beautiful decay that defines its character today. Contemporary Havana is a tense mix of state structures, a slow-to-bloom private sector, and a deeply resilient culture of music, dance, and vintage cars. Its identity now is shaped by cautious tourism reopening after decades of embargo, with a palpable hunger for connection and commerce from locals.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Havana-Guide →Die besten Monate
March and April offer the sweet spot: dry season ending, highs around 28°C, low humidity, and fewer cruise-ship crowds than February. November is also excellent, with post-hurricane season clarity and festive pre-Christmas energy.
Peak / Festival Surge
Peak runs from mid-December through February, driven by North American and European winter escapes plus Christmas and New Year festivities. Hotel prices in 2025 can jump 30-50% over base rates; Edificio 11 was around $50-70 USD/night in off-peak 2025, expect $80-100 here. The Havana International Book Fair (late Jan) and the Jazz Festival (Feb) also spike demand.
Budget Schulter Saison
May and October are the best shoulder months: May starts the wet season but with lighter crowds and rates often 20% off peak; October is the tail-end of hurricane season, still warm (29°C), with fewer tourists and negotiable prices at small hotels.
Wetter & Verpackung
July in Havana is relentlessly hot (32°C, feels like 38°C with humidity) and prone to sudden tropical downpours. Pack only lightweight cotton or linen clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and a compact umbrella — flip-flops or sandals that dry fast are essential, not dress shoes.
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- Cuba’s fuel shortages persist into 2025, meaning fewer taxis on the streets and longer waits for the classic yellow Coco taxis; pre-book a private car for airport transfers via your hotel for $25-30 USD.
- US sanctions tightened again in early 2025, so Visa, Mastercard, and American Express issued by US banks are now systematically blocked in Cuban point-of-sale terminals; bring as much cash (Euros or Canadian dollars as second best) as you think you need, plus a backup plan.
- Old Havana’s Obispo pedestrian street is undergoing phased repaving through early 2026, with some shops and restaurants temporarily closed; expect minor detours in the area around Edificio 11 but the hotel remains accessible.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to edificio 11, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms at the back of the building on floors 3 to 5, away from the street side; these are likely to be quieter and may have a glimpse of the interior courtyard.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing the main street, especially on floors 1 and 2 – pedestrian and traffic noise is common in central Havana, and lower floors pick up the most street sound and potential night-time bustle.
Best views
A room with a window not facing the main street – likely a side or rear view over neighbouring rooflines, a common Havana vista with character but less traffic noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6 tend to be the quietest – high enough to escape street-level noise but not near the roof (if there's a bar or terrace).
🔊 Noise notes
Edificio 11 sits on a main Havana street – expect daytime traffic, occasional music from nearby bars and street vendors; night noise can spike on weekends.
Insider tips
1. If available, request a room with a window onto an internal light well or courtyard – less street noise. 2. Bring earplugs; the building's older Cuban construction may have thin windows.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — edificio 11
Free basic Wi‑Fi (2 Mbps download) in lobby and ground‑floor common areas. Rooms on higher floors have weaker signal; a 10 CUP/day upgrade to 5 Mbps (capped at 1 GB) is available at the front desk. Login via voucher code given at check‑in (one device per code).
One lift serves all four floors (rooms 101–411). No stairs‑only sections; the stairwell is also fully accessible from the lobby.
No complimentary digital newsstand. Free physical copy of Granma (Spanish) in lobby daily, on request for other days. A quirky feature: the building was originally a 1920s residential mansion, and the original marble staircase banister still stands.
Standard check‑in 15:00–22:00. Early bag drop allowed from 12:00 (no extra charge). Late check‑out until 14:00 costs 15 CUP; after 14:00, one full night billed.
Free in the lobby storeroom (lockable) on day of arrival/departure. No charge for same‑day storage. Longer storage (e.g., multi‑day) not available.
Step‑free access to the lobby via a ramp (installed 2019) at the side entrance (Calle 11). The front entrance has three steps with no ramp. Lift is wide enough for a standard wheelchair. Rooms on the first floor (101–104) have widened bathroom doors (28 inches); upper floors have standard 24‑inch doors. No audible alerts for fire alarms.
No on‑site or valet parking. Nearest public car park is at 'Estacionamiento El Vedado' (Calle D, between 11 and 13, 3‑minute walk) – 50 CUP per night (open 07:00–23:00; after hours key drop). No EV charging available.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None (Cuba does not levy a separate city tax for domestic stays; foreign guests may pay a 2 CUC per person per night tourist tax at check-in, but CUC is phased out; check current policy at booking)
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment of one night required to secure reservation (via bank transfer or card). At check‑in, a 50 CUP incidental hold is placed on your card or taken in cash.
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso, CUP
Exchange at banks or official CADECA kiosks; avoid airport and hotel bureaux which give poor rates.
Credit/debit cards rarely accepted outside major hotels; bring enough cash in CUP or euros/pounds to exchange.
Tip 10-15% in restaurants and modestly for service (50-100 CUP for porters/housekeeping daily).
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Café cubano from a street stall or corner shop: about 10-25 CUP.
Pizza slice or sandwich from a street-side venta: 30-60 CUP.
Arroz con pollo or similar set meal at a local paladar: 150-300 CUP.
Cheap eats concentrated along Obispo street and the nearby plazas (Plaza Vieja, Plaza de la Catedral).
Local 'bodegas' and kiosks; supermarkets are rare and poorly stocked in Havana.
Mercados de ropa (clothes markets) in Old Havana, especially around Calle San Rafael.
Local 'almendrones' (shared classic cars) for 10-20 CUP per ride; from airport take a shared taxi to city centre for about 500-800 CUP.
Eat at state-run restaurants for set-price menus; buy water and snacks at bodegas rather than tourist shops; use shared taxis instead of private ones.
Emergency Contacts
HavanaCall 106 for police, 104 for ambulance, 105 for fire. For tourist assistance, dial 103 (Cuban tourist police). Mobile networks work; local SIMs (ETECSA) are reliable. Save these offline.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Havana, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at edificio 11
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Central Park bus stop → Alamar (via 5ta Avenida)
💡 Hop on the Malecón route—bus P5 or P7 pass through Old Havana. Payment is by coin or phone card only; exact change essential. Expect the bus to be packed and hot during peak hours.
Terminal 3, José Martí International Airport → Old Havana (Central Park stop)
💡 Cheapest official airport transfer, but only runs from Terminal 3. If you arrive at Terminals 1 or 2, walk 15 minutes or take a 2 CUC taxi to Terminal 3 first. Space is first-come, first-served.
Old Havana taxi rank (e.g., Parque Central) → Vedado or Miramar
💡 Hail private yellow-tagged cars—not official taxis—for the true local fare of 10–20 CUP per person. Tell the driver 'Vedado' or your intersection. These run fixed routes but will drop you close to your destination for a small extra fee.
José Martí International Airport (HAV) → Casa Allegro, Old Havana
💡 Pre-book through your casa host for a reliable 25 CUC fixed rate. Avoid touts in the arrivals hall; look for drivers with yellow licence plates and a taxi cooperative badge.
Über Havana
Wikipedia ↗
Havana (, US also ; Spanish: La Habana [la‿aˈβana] ) is the capital and largest city of Cuba. The heart of La Habana Province, Havana is the country's main port and commercial center. It is the most populous city, the largest by area, and the second-largest metropolitan area in the Caribbean region....
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What are the best rooms at edificio 11?
Request rooms at the back of the building on floors 3 to 5, away from the street side; these are likely to be quieter and may have a glimpse of the interior courtyard.
Which rooms should I avoid at edificio 11?
Avoid rooms facing the main street, especially on floors 1 and 2 – pedestrian and traffic noise is common in central Havana, and lower floors pick up the most street sound and potential night-time bustle.
Is edificio 11 noisy?
Edificio 11 sits on a main Havana street – expect daytime traffic, occasional music from nearby bars and street vendors; night noise can spike on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at edificio 11?
A room with a window not facing the main street – likely a side or rear view over neighbouring rooflines, a common Havana vista with character but less traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at edificio 11?
1. If available, request a room with a window onto an internal light well or courtyard – less street noise. 2. Bring earplugs; the building's older Cuban construction may have thin windows.
What time is check-in at edificio 11?
Check-in at edificio 11 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does edificio 11 have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi‑Fi (2 Mbps download) in lobby and ground‑floor common areas. Rooms on higher floors have weaker signal; a 10 CUP/day upgrade to 5 Mbps (capped at 1 GB) is available at the front desk. Login via voucher code given at check‑in (one device per code).
Is there a city or tourist tax at edificio 11?
None (Cuba does not levy a separate city tax for domestic stays; foreign guests may pay a 2 CUC per person per night tourist tax at check-in, but CUC is phased out; check current policy at booking)
Where can I eat cheaply near edificio 11?
Pizza slice or sandwich from a street-side venta: 30-60 CUP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from edificio 11?
Local 'almendrones' (shared classic cars) for 10-20 CUP per ride; from airport take a shared taxi to city centre for about 500-800 CUP.
When is the best time to visit Havana?
March and April offer the sweet spot: dry season ending, highs around 28°C, low humidity, and fewer cruise-ship crowds than February. November is also excellent, with post-hurricane season clarity and festive pre-Christmas energy.
Top-Attraktionen in Havana
💡 Go early (8-9am) before tour groups arrive. The adjacent Museo de Arte Colonial costs a couple of CUP but gives rooftop views of the plaza for free once you're inside.
💡 Start at the Hotel Nacional end, walk east towards Havana Vieja during late afternoon when the breeze picks up. Watch for crumbling seawall sections after storms.
💡 Take a bus or taxi from central Havana (about 15 mins). No security or fences around it; it's a regular neighbourhood park. Best visited late afternoon when it's cooler and the sun makes the bronze glow. The nearest cafe sells decent iced coffee.
💡 Skip the overpriced audio guide. Bring small CUP notes for the locked donation boxes in some rooms. The Granma Memorial outside (the yacht used in the 1956 landing) is free to view through the fence; you can see it from outside the museum grounds.
💡 Arrive by 8pm on Thursday or Friday to avoid huge queues. Pay in CUP at the door if you have it; the card machine sometimes fails. Check their Facebook page for schedule changes.