Votre séjour — Casa Nancy
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa Nancy, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard (if available). These floors are high enough to reduce street noise but low enough that you can use stairs if the lift breaks down (common in Havana). The courtyard side avoids most traffic sound from Avenida 84.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the ground floor, and especially those overlooking the street (Calle 84). Ground-floor rooms suffer from street-level noise, passing pedestrians, and less privacy. Street-facing rooms on lower floors get the brunt of Havana's honking and exhaust.
Best views
Rooms facing east (toward the side streets, away from Avenida 84) give you a glimpse of nearby rooftops and the Malecón skyline in the distance. If you're lucky, a top-floor front room might catch a sliver of sea air, but that's a long shot at a mid-range hotel.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are your quietest bet at Casa Nancy. Being a 3-star hotel in a colonial-era building, upper floors typically have thicker walls and less footfall from the lobby or reception area.
🔊 Noise notes
Calle 84 in Havana sees steady traffic, including rattling buses and taxis honking. The hotel's shared entrance may also have comings and goings at odd hours. Havana is a noisy city – bring earplugs regardless.
Insider tips
1. Ask at check-in if they can give you a room with a balcony – some upper rooms might have them, and they're worth it for airflow in Havana's heat. 2. Plan for lift outages: the elevator in a 3-star Havana hotel is temperamental. If you have heavy luggage, request a room on floor 2 at most to avoid hauling bags up many stairs.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — Casa Nancy
free in lobby and ground floor; paid premium tier (5 CUC for 24h) in upper rooms—speed drops to 1 Mbps in rooms, 3 Mbps in lobby
single lift serves ground to top floor (4 storeys); no stairs-only sections, but rear garden access via stairwell
no physical papers; free access to PressReader via personal device (lobby code provided) plus two copies of Granma at reception Mon–Fri
standard check-in 15:00–23:00; early bag drop from 10:00 free; late checkout fee: 30% of room rate if extending to 18:00, full night rate after 18:00
free for day-use guests; storage for non-guests after checkout costs 5 CUC per item per day
step-free entrance at main door; wheelchair-narrow corridor to garden; no accessible bathrooms or lift to roof terrace
no on-site parking; nearest public car park at Calle 84 & 5ta Avenida (CUC 10 per night, unguarded); EV charging: none
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: 25 CUC per room per night (foreign guests only, paid at checkout)
Deposit & card hold: full advance payment via bank transfer or credit card; zero incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Iglesia Jesús de Miramar (866 m · ~11 min walk)
- Place of worship: Iglesia de la Santa Cruz de Jerusalén (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Place of worship: Capilla de las Esclavas del Sagrado Corazón (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia San Antonio de Padua (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Galería Comercial Comodoro — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Parque 15 y 78 — 304 m · ~4 min walk
Museo Fundación Antonio Núñez Jiménez — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
Parque Infantil (13 y 76) — 378 m · ~5 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Nearest — 496 m · ~6 min walk
Farmacia Internacional Trade Center — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Bodega U-279 — 143 m · ~2 min walk
Piquera Gacelas — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso (CUP)
You can exchange currency at the Jose Marti International Airport, but be aware that the rates are not favorable for tourists. It's better to exchange at a Cadeca (Caja Autónoma de Cambio) or a hotel, but even then, the rates are not the best. You can also withdraw CUC (Cuban Convertible Peso) with your debit/credit card from an ATM, but be prepared for a 3% commission.
Credit cards are accepted at some tourist businesses, but cash is king in Cuba. Contactless and mobile payments are not widely accepted. You can use Mastercard and Visa, but American Express is not accepted.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated, especially in the service industry. For a meal, 5-10 CUC is enough, and for taxi drivers, 1-2 CUC is sufficient.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →A café con leche at a local café costs around 1-2 CUP (0.05-0.10 CUC) and a coffee at a street vendor around 1 CUP (0.05 CUC).
A meal at a paladar (private restaurant) costs around 5-10 CUC, and at a street food stall around 2-3 CUC.
A main dish at a paladar costs around 10-15 CUC, and a self-catering meal at a casa particular (homestay) around 5-7 CUC.
The streets around the Malecón, near the 11300 area, are known for their affordable street food, including roast chicken and sandwiches.
The local bodega (grocery store) chains in the area include Bodeguita and Panamericana, both offering a range of staples and fresh produce.
You can find affordable clothing at the local markets, such as the one at the Vedado neighborhood, or at the department stores like Tiendas de Servicio.
The cheapest way to get around is by taxi (around 2-5 CUC) or by bus (around 0.50-1 CUC). The airport taxi fare is around 25 CUC, but you can negotiate the price.
Consider staying in a casa particular, as it's often cheaper than a hotel, and negotiate the price of taxi fares. Also, try to avoid exchanging money at the airport, and use ATMs for the best rates.
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 Casa Nancy
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 496 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Internacional Trade Center — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
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.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Casa Nancy?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard (if available). These floors are high enough to reduce street noise but low enough that you can use stairs if the lift breaks down (common in Havana). The courtyard side avoids most traffic sound from Avenida 84.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa Nancy?
Avoid any room on the ground floor, and especially those overlooking the street (Calle 84). Ground-floor rooms suffer from street-level noise, passing pedestrians, and less privacy. Street-facing rooms on lower floors get the brunt of Havana's honking and exhaust.
Is Casa Nancy noisy?
Calle 84 in Havana sees steady traffic, including rattling buses and taxis honking. The hotel's shared entrance may also have comings and goings at odd hours. Havana is a noisy city – bring earplugs regardless.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa Nancy?
Rooms facing east (toward the side streets, away from Avenida 84) give you a glimpse of nearby rooftops and the Malecón skyline in the distance. If you're lucky, a top-floor front room might catch a sliver of sea air, but that's a long shot at a mid-range hotel.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa Nancy?
1. Ask at check-in if they can give you a room with a balcony – some upper rooms might have them, and they're worth it for airflow in Havana's heat. 2. Plan for lift outages: the elevator in a 3-star Havana hotel is temperamental. If you have heavy luggage, request a room on floor 2 at most to avoid hauling bags up many stairs.
What time is check-in at Casa Nancy?
Check-in at Casa Nancy is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa Nancy have Wi-Fi?
free in lobby and ground floor; paid premium tier (5 CUC for 24h) in upper rooms—speed drops to 1 Mbps in rooms, 3 Mbps in lobby
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa Nancy?
25 CUC per room per night (foreign guests only, paid at checkout)
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa Nancy?
A meal at a paladar (private restaurant) costs around 5-10 CUC, and at a street food stall around 2-3 CUC.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa Nancy?
The cheapest way to get around is by taxi (around 2-5 CUC) or by bus (around 0.50-1 CUC). The airport taxi fare is around 25 CUC, but you can negotiate the price.
Principales attractions à 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.