Dein Aufenthalt — Hospedaje Malu
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hospedaje Malu, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Consider requesting a room on the higher floors (above the 3rd floor) for a quieter stay. As the hotel is located on a busy street, Calle A(271) in Havana, rooms on lower floors may be more susceptible to street noise from cars and pedestrians. Additionally, rooms on higher floors may offer a better view of the city.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors may be noisier due to the proximity to the street and potential noise from the service entrance.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors (above the 3rd floor) may offer a view of the city, although the exact view will depend on the orientation of the room.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for potential street noise from Calle A(271), a busy street in Havana. The hotel's location in the city means that noise from cars, pedestrians, and nearby businesses may be audible in rooms on lower floors.
Insider tips
Arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, as the hotel may not have a 24-hour front desk. Request a room with a fan or air conditioning, as the tropical climate in Havana can be hot and humid, and the hotel's 3-star rating suggests basic amenities but not necessarily high-end cooling systems.
- 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 — Hospedaje Malu
Free, 1 Mbps, login via front desk
Serves all floors, historic section has stairs only
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader), physical papers available on request
24/7 check-in, early bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 15:00 for CUC 20 fee
Available at CUC 5 per bag per night
Step-free access, wheelchair entry at main entrance, historic section has structural limitations
On-site parking CUC 15 per night, nearest public car park at Calle G 256, CUC 8 per day, EV charging available at CUC 5 per hour
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: CUC 2 per night/person
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of CUC 50, incidental card hold of CUC 100 at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Place of worship: Iglesia de la Biblia Abierta (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Santa Lutgarda (2.0 km · ~25 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Parque Río Verde — 840 m · ~11 min walk
Museo del Campesinado Cubano — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
Teatro Escuela Superior de Cuadros — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
Parque Infantil Rita Montaner — 804 m · ~10 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Farmacia Baluarte — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Quiosco del cuchillo — 695 m · ~9 min walk
Rancho Boyeros (General Peraza) — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso, CUP
You can exchange currency at the airport or at a CADECA (Cuban Savings Bank) office, but be aware that rates at these places are not the best. It's better to exchange at a state-run bank or a currency exchange office in the city.
Some hotels, restaurants, and shops in tourist areas accept credit cards, but cash is still king. Contactless payments and mobile pay are not widely accepted.
Tipping is not expected but is appreciated for good service. 5-10 CUP per meal is sufficient for restaurant staff, while hotel staff and taxi drivers don't expect tips.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A strong coffee can be found for around 1-2 CUP at a street vendor or a local café.
A plate of rice, beans, and meat or fish can cost around 5-7 CUP at a paladar (private restaurant) or a street food stall.
A main course at a paladar can cost around 10-15 CUP, while a street food stall may offer a meal for around 5-10 CUP.
The streets around the Malecón and in the Vedado neighborhood are popular for street food.
You can find basic groceries at the Mercado de San José.
You can find affordable clothing at the local markets, such as the Rastro Market.
A single ride on a local bus costs 0.05 CUP, while a day pass costs around 2 CUP. From the airport, take a taxi (around 25 CUP) or a bus (around 1 CUP) to get to the city.
Avoid exchanging money at the airport or tourist areas, use public transportation instead of taxis, and eat at paladares or street food stalls for affordable meals.
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 Hospedaje Malu
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Baluarte — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
🚐 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.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Hospedaje Malu?
Consider requesting a room on the higher floors (above the 3rd floor) for a quieter stay. As the hotel is located on a busy street, Calle A(271) in Havana, rooms on lower floors may be more susceptible to street noise from cars and pedestrians. Additionally, rooms on higher floors may offer a better view of the city.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hospedaje Malu?
Rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors may be noisier due to the proximity to the street and potential noise from the service entrance.
Is Hospedaje Malu noisy?
Be prepared for potential street noise from Calle A(271), a busy street in Havana. The hotel's location in the city means that noise from cars, pedestrians, and nearby businesses may be audible in rooms on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Hospedaje Malu?
Rooms on the higher floors (above the 3rd floor) may offer a view of the city, although the exact view will depend on the orientation of the room.
What are insider tips for staying at Hospedaje Malu?
Arrive early for check-in to ensure a smooth process, as the hotel may not have a 24-hour front desk. Request a room with a fan or air conditioning, as the tropical climate in Havana can be hot and humid, and the hotel's 3-star rating suggests basic amenities but not necessarily high-end cooling systems.
What time is check-in at Hospedaje Malu?
Check-in at Hospedaje Malu is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hospedaje Malu have Wi-Fi?
Free, 1 Mbps, login via front desk
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hospedaje Malu?
CUC 2 per night/person
Where can I eat cheaply near Hospedaje Malu?
A plate of rice, beans, and meat or fish can cost around 5-7 CUP at a paladar (private restaurant) or a street food stall.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hospedaje Malu?
A single ride on a local bus costs 0.05 CUP, while a day pass costs around 2 CUP. From the airport, take a taxi (around 25 CUP) or a bus (around 1 CUP) to get to the city.
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.