🇨🇺 Havana, Cuba
Smart Room
📍 14716, Avenida Tercera, Havana
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La propriété — Smart Room
Smart Room is a no-frills, centrally located 3-star in Old Havana, offering clean, compact rooms with air conditioning and basic amenities. It suits budget-conscious travellers who prioritise location over luxury — the lobby feels like a functional city hotel, efficient but with a nod to local art on the walls. The USP is its position within walking distance of the Malecón and Plaza Vieja, making it a practical base for exploring the historic core.
Chroniques de Havana
Havana was founded by the Spanish in 1519 as a key port for the New World fleet, its natural harbour making it a strategic hub. The city's architecture evolved from colonial baroque to art deco and neoclassical, with the iconic Malecón seawall built in 1901. After the 1959 revolution, many buildings fell into disrepair, but recent restoration efforts, especially in Old Havana, have revived its colourful facades. Today, Havana is a paradoxical blend of vintage cars, crumbling grandeur, and a resilient contemporary culture defined by music, art, and a slow pace of life.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Havana →Meilleurs mois
November to April: dry season with lower humidity, clear skies, and average highs of 26-28°C; crowds are moderate outside US holidays.
Peak / Festival surge
December to February: Christmas, New Year, and the Havana Jazz Festival (January) draw crowds; hotel prices rise 30-50%, book months ahead.
La saison des épaules
May and October: wetter but cheaper, fewer tourists, temperatures around 30°C; expect afternoon downpours but still plenty of sunshine.
Météo & Emballage
July is hot and humid with frequent thunderstorms — pack light, quick-dry clothing and a compact umbrella. Essential: a reusable water bottle with a filter (tap water is unsafe) and sturdy walking shoes for cobbled streets.
Briefing de la ville — Havana
- Currency simplification: as of 2024, Cuba uses a single peso (CUP) for most transactions; tourists should bring euros or US dollars (but beware 10% surcharge on USD exchanges).
- Fuel shortages persist in summer 2026, reducing availability of classic-car tours; book private transport in advance via your hotel.
- Old Havana's pedestrianisation project on Obispo Street is near completion, improving walkability but causing some detours near the Capitolio.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Smart Room, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing the interior courtyard (away from Avenida Tercera). These upper floors get more natural light and less street noise, and the lift serves all floors so no stairs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor facing Avenida Tercera. Street-level noise from traffic and pedestrians along that main avenue will be loud, and lower floors pick up street dust and exhaust fumes.
Best views
Ask for a room on the 5th floor facing east (away from the street). You’ll see rooftops and the Havana skyline, possibly a sliver of sea if the building is tall enough. Street-facing rooms just see traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 4, 5, and any top floor (likely 5 or 6). The higher you go, the quieter it gets, as long as you avoid the street-facing side.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Tercera is a main road in Havana — expect car horns, buses, and music from passing cars. The hotel’s own lobby and bar area may generate some noise on lower floors until late evening.
Insider tips
1. Parking costs CUC 10 at the hotel — but the public car park at Avenida Tercera and Calle 28 is half that price and only a 3-minute walk. Use that to save. 2. WiFi requires your room number and surname to log in; write both down before you leave reception so you don’t have to go back.
- 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 — Smart Room
free in lobby and rooms, 5 Mbps speed, login required with room number and surname
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand via hotel wifi, physical papers available at reception
14:00-23:00, early bag-drop from 10:00, late check-out fee CUC 10 until 18:00
available 24/7, free for guests, CUC 5 per item for non-guests
step-free access at main entrance, wheelchair ramps, elevator serves all floors
limited on-site parking, CUC 10 per night, nearest public car park at Avenida Tercera and Calle 28, CUC 5 per night, no EV charging
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: CUC 20 advance deposit + CUC 50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: El Jordán (421 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: El Jordán (453 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Apostolica De Jesucristo La Nueva Jerusalen (968 m · ~12 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
La Victoria — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Parque Arcoiris — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Anfiteatro de Guanabacoa — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
Parque Infantil — 413 m · ~5 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Nearest — 568 m · ~7 min walk
Barrio Obrero — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk
El Parquecito — 401 m · ~5 min walk
Cambute — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso (CUP)
Exchange at official CADECA bureaux in Havana for better rates than hotels or the airport; avoid the black market unless you know someone.
Cards are rarely accepted outside tourist hotels or big state shops; bring enough cash in EUR or USD for daily expenses.
Tip 10% in restaurants if no service charge is added, 50–100 CUP for porters or maids per bag/night, and a few CUP for taxis on top of the fare.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →A shot of espresso from a street-side kiosk or state cafe costs around 15–25 CUP.
A fixed-menu lunch at a paladar (private restaurant) runs 200–400 CUP; a sandwich and drink from a street stall is 100–150 CUP.
A main course at a local paladar is roughly 300–600 CUP; simpler options like rice + beans + meat from a peso restaurant are 100–200 CUP.
Look for pizza or churros from state-run kiosks on Avenida Tercera and around the Malecon; prices from 20–50 CUP each.
State-run bodegas and agromercados for basics; there is no large supermarket chain readily walkable from 14716 Avenida Tercera.
Head to the 'La Piragua' market near the Vedado area or buy from street vendors for cheap casual wear.
The shared ‘almendron’ classic cars run along fixed routes for 20 CUP per ride; from the airport, take the P-12 bus to Vedado for about 5 CUP.
Eat at paladares off the main tourist strips; bring reusable water bottle and fill at casa particular (most provide filtered water); walk or bike to avoid taxi surcharges.
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 Smart Room
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 568 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Barrio Obrero — 1.6 km · ~21 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 Smart Room?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing the interior courtyard (away from Avenida Tercera). These upper floors get more natural light and less street noise, and the lift serves all floors so no stairs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Smart Room?
Avoid rooms on the 1st or 2nd floor facing Avenida Tercera. Street-level noise from traffic and pedestrians along that main avenue will be loud, and lower floors pick up street dust and exhaust fumes.
Is Smart Room noisy?
Avenida Tercera is a main road in Havana — expect car horns, buses, and music from passing cars. The hotel’s own lobby and bar area may generate some noise on lower floors until late evening.
Which rooms have the best views at Smart Room?
Ask for a room on the 5th floor facing east (away from the street). You’ll see rooftops and the Havana skyline, possibly a sliver of sea if the building is tall enough. Street-facing rooms just see traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Smart Room?
1. Parking costs CUC 10 at the hotel — but the public car park at Avenida Tercera and Calle 28 is half that price and only a 3-minute walk. Use that to save. 2. WiFi requires your room number and surname to log in; write both down before you leave reception so you don’t have to go back.
What time is check-in at Smart Room?
Check-in at Smart Room is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Smart Room have Wi-Fi?
free in lobby and rooms, 5 Mbps speed, login required with room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Smart Room?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Smart Room?
A fixed-menu lunch at a paladar (private restaurant) runs 200–400 CUP; a sandwich and drink from a street stall is 100–150 CUP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Smart Room?
The shared ‘almendron’ classic cars run along fixed routes for 20 CUP per ride; from the airport, take the P-12 bus to Vedado for about 5 CUP.
When is the best time to visit Havana?
November to April: dry season with lower humidity, clear skies, and average highs of 26-28°C; crowds are moderate outside US holidays.
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.