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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal Paredes, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) for a quieter stay. These floors are less likely to be affected by street noise from Calle 27, which can get busy with traffic and pedestrians.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-2nd) as they may be more prone to noise from the street and potentially the service entrance.
Best views
Since the hotel is on Calle 27, rooms on the 4th or 5th floor facing east may offer a view of the city skyline, but it's worth noting that the view may be partially obstructed by surrounding buildings.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Calle 27 can be busy with traffic and pedestrians, which may generate noise, especially in lower floor rooms. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to the street may result in some noise from the service entrance.
Insider tips
Be prepared for a basic check-in process, and consider arriving early to secure your preferred room, especially during peak season. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the city center by walking to nearby attractions like the Malecón seawall, which is within a 10-15 minute walk.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Hostal Paredes
Free Wi-Fi in public areas; paid tier available (CUP 10 per hour); login via hotel app
Serves all floors; no stairs-only historic sections
Digital newsstand (PressReader) available on in-room TVs; no physical papers
24/7 check-in; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 14:00 (CUP 20 extra)
Limited free storage for 24 hours; CUP 5 per extra 24 hours
Step-free access; wheelchair-accessible rooms available; historic building has some structural limitations
On-site parking available (CUP 20 per night); nearest public car park (CUP 10 per hour); no EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: CUP 3 per person, per night
Deposit & card hold: Advance payment of 50% of total stay; CUP 100 incidental card hold at check-in (valid for 24 hours)
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Iglesia Santa Catalina de Siena (368 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: Asociación de Autorrealización Paramahansa Yogananda (Yoga) (428 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Catedral Espiscopal (714 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Catedral Espiscopal (723 m · ~9 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Galerías Paseo — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Parque John Lennon — 593 m · ~7 min walk
Museo Biblioteca Servando Cabrera Moreno — 494 m · ~6 min walk
Abelardo Estorino — 709 m · ~9 min walk
Nené Traviesa — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Banco Metropolitano — 538 m · ~7 min walk
Farmacia El Vedado — 417 m · ~5 min walk
Bodega 17 y 4 — 368 m · ~5 min walk
Viazul Bus Station — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso, CUP
CUC is the tourist currency; exchange at airport or hotels, but be aware rates are poor; also try Cambios (CUC) on Calle 23 or Malecón for better rates
Most hotels, restaurants, and tourist sites accept credit cards, especially Visa and Mastercard; contactless payments are rare, but some larger businesses accept mobile payments like ETECSA's mobile wallet
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill is polite; for taxis, round up to the nearest CUC; hotel staff and tour guides appreciate small tips, around 5-10 CUP per service
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Café con Leche from a street vendor, around 1-2 CUP
Sandwiches from a panadería (bakery), around 5-7 CUP
Ropa vieja at a local paladar, around 15-20 CUP
Street food stalls and markets like Mercado Agroalimentario offer affordable options near Calle 27 and 10 de Octubre
Local markets like Mercado de San José and smaller tiendas (shops) on Calle 27 offer affordable groceries
Local markets and street vendors on Calle 27 offer affordable clothing and souvenirs
Local buses (Almendrones) from Havana's Central Bus Terminal or along Calle 23; a single ride costs around 0.40 CUP; a day pass is not available but a 10-ride ticket for 3.50 CUP is a good option
Avoid exchanging money at airports or hotels as rates are poor; instead, try Cambios or ETECSA's exchange servicesUse local currency (CUP) for small purchases and save CUC for larger transactions or tourist areasEat at local 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 Hostal Paredes
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco Metropolitano — 538 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia El Vedado — 417 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
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.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Hostal Paredes?
Request a room on the higher floors (4th or 5th) for a quieter stay. These floors are less likely to be affected by street noise from Calle 27, which can get busy with traffic and pedestrians.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Paredes?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st-2nd) as they may be more prone to noise from the street and potentially the service entrance.
Is Hostal Paredes noisy?
Calle 27 can be busy with traffic and pedestrians, which may generate noise, especially in lower floor rooms. Additionally, the hotel's proximity to the street may result in some noise from the service entrance.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Paredes?
Since the hotel is on Calle 27, rooms on the 4th or 5th floor facing east may offer a view of the city skyline, but it's worth noting that the view may be partially obstructed by surrounding buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Paredes?
Be prepared for a basic check-in process, and consider arriving early to secure your preferred room, especially during peak season. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the city center by walking to nearby attractions like the Malecón seawall, which is within a 10-15 minute walk.
What time is check-in at Hostal Paredes?
Check-in at Hostal Paredes is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal Paredes have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in public areas; paid tier available (CUP 10 per hour); login via hotel app
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Paredes?
CUP 3 per person, per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Paredes?
Sandwiches from a panadería (bakery), around 5-7 CUP
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Paredes?
Local buses (Almendrones) from Havana's Central Bus Terminal or along Calle 23; a single ride costs around 0.40 CUP; a day pass is not available but a 10-ride ticket for 3.50 CUP is a good option
Principales atracciones en 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.