Your stay — Casa de roberto
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The Property — Casa de roberto
Casa de Roberto is a mid-century guesthouse in Centro Habana, with tiled floors, high ceilings and a small plant-filled terrace. You get a clean room, breakfast and a host who’ll talk you through the neighbourhood—no frills, no pool, but proper interaction. It suits independent travellers who want a more lived-in base than a hotel zone resort. Standing in the lobby you smell coffee and old wood, and hear the street noise through the slatted windows.
Chronicles of Havana
Havana was founded in 1519 by the Spanish on a natural harbour, becoming the key refuelling stop for treasure fleets. Its colonial core—fortresses, plazas and baroque churches—gives way to 20th-century Art Deco and neo-classical buildings, especially along the Malecón. After the 1959 revolution, many structures fell into disrepair; today, a slow restoration process mixes official projects with private ventures. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for vintage cars, live music and a gritty, resilient street life that sees tourists mixing with locals in small bars and bodegas.
Best Time to Visit
Full Havana guide →Best months
November to April: low humidity, temperatures around 25°C, and the best chance of clear skies for walking the Malecón and Old Havana.
Peak / festival surge
February and March are busiest, driven by the Havana International Jazz Festival (often in January) and warm dry weather. Hotel prices can rise 30-50%, and rooms book out two months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
May and October: still warm (28-30°C), afternoon showers clear the streets, hotel rates drop noticeably, and you dodge the worst of the hurricane season and Europe's school holidays.
Weather & packing
July is the Caribbean wet season, with high humidity and short but heavy downpours. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and a spare pair of shoes—you will get caught at least once.
Live City Briefing — Havana
- The Malecón roadway is partially closed near Centro Habana for seawall repairs through late 2026, expect detours along the Avenida de los Presidentes.
- Casa de Roberto still uses a backup generator, but rolling blackouts are less frequent than in 2024; bring a power bank for phones and cameras.
- The Old Havana tourist office has started a free walking tour of the Teniente Rey neighbourhood on Saturday mornings, in English and Spanish.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa de roberto, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top floor (the uppermost of the three floors) facing away from the street. These rooms have less foot traffic and better light, and being highest up reduces street noise from the Havana thoroughfare.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the single staircase or any ground-floor rooms fronting the street. Ground floor picks up street chatter and exhaust, and stairwell proximity brings foot traffic noise.
Best views
Upper floor rooms facing the street give a classic Havana city view (colourful facades, old cars). But if noise is a priority, sacrifice this view for an inward-facing room over the courtyard or back alley.
Quietest floors
The top floor (third floor) is your quietest option. The middle floor is acceptable if top is unavailable.
🔊 Noise notes
Havana’s street noise is constant: music, talking, old cars, occasional construction. The property is a simple three-storey house on a central street so no double glazing; street-facing rooms will hear everything.
Insider tips
Pack earplugs – Havana is loud at any hour. Check-in often runs late; if arriving early, ask to leave luggage and come back after 3pm for a smoother room assignment. Request a top-floor room facing the courtyard – quieter and still gets decent light.
- 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 Facilities — Casa de roberto
Free Wi-Fi in lobby only, not in rooms; speed enough for email and messaging, not streaming
No lift; all rooms on upper floors accessible only by stairs
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; lobby has a small bookshelf with old magazines
Standard check-in 15:00; early bag-drop free; late check-out fee CUC 20 until 18:00
Free luggage storage after check-out until 20:00
No step-free access; no wheelchair-accessible entrance – two steps at front door and narrow corridors
No on-site or valet parking; nearest public car park at Calle 21 y L, CUC 5/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: One night advance deposit via bank transfer; at check-in, a CUC 50 incidentals hold on credit card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia del Pilar (659 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Evangélica Pentecostal. Templo: Fuente de Vida (748 m · ~9 min walk)
- Place of worship: Casa de Rosa Linares Culto Evangélico (780 m · ~10 min walk)
- Place of worship: Gran Logia de Cuba - Orden Caballero de La Luz (813 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Piso de Venta Ayestarán — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Latinoamericano — 236 m · ~3 min walk
Museo del Ferrocarril de Cuba — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Sala Argos Teatro — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Cajero Esquina Tejas — 567 m · ~7 min walk
Farmacia 20 de Mayo — 332 m · ~4 min walk
Infanta y Manglar — 589 m · ~7 min walk
Estaciín de Cristina — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso, CUP
Exchange CAD, EUR, or GBP at a CADECA exchange bureau for the official rate; avoid airport and hotel counters — they give a poor rate, and you lose money exchanging USD due to extra penalties.
Credit/debit cards are rarely accepted outside state-run hotels and a few upscale restaurants, so carry enough CUP cash for food, taxis, and markets.
Tip 10% in restaurants (if no service charge), round up for taxis, and give 1-2 CUP to hotel cleaners or bellhops per service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso from a street-side kiosk or corner bar: 10-15 CUP.
A menu fijo (fixed menu) at a local paladar or state lunch spot: 100-150 CUP for soup, rice, meat, and drink.
A main dish (pork/chicken with sides) at a simple casa particular or neighbourhood eatery: 150-250 CUP.
Pizza, churros, and ham-and-cheese sandwiches sold from open-front shops and carts along Calle Obra, Malecón, and market stalls in Centro Habana.
CUP state stores (bodegas) and small private shops sell basics; for more variety, try larger shops like Caribe or El Cocinero.
Haggling for second-hand and new clothes at Almacenes La Habana market in Old Havana or on Calle Muralla/Obispo.
Shared coco taxi or bicitaxi for short trips (20-40 CUP); for distance, catch a 'cooperative' taxi route (10 CUP). From the airport: take the P-12 bus (5 CUP) from outside Terminal 3 into Vedado, then walk or get a local taxi.
Eat at casas particulares or street stalls for real deals, skip expensive tourist menus on Obispo, and use shared transport rather than hailing private cars.
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 de roberto
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Cajero Esquina Tejas — 567 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia 20 de Mayo — 332 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Casa de roberto?
Request a room on the top floor (the uppermost of the three floors) facing away from the street. These rooms have less foot traffic and better light, and being highest up reduces street noise from the Havana thoroughfare.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa de roberto?
Avoid rooms near the single staircase or any ground-floor rooms fronting the street. Ground floor picks up street chatter and exhaust, and stairwell proximity brings foot traffic noise.
Is Casa de roberto noisy?
Havana’s street noise is constant: music, talking, old cars, occasional construction. The property is a simple three-storey house on a central street so no double glazing; street-facing rooms will hear everything.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa de roberto?
Upper floor rooms facing the street give a classic Havana city view (colourful facades, old cars). But if noise is a priority, sacrifice this view for an inward-facing room over the courtyard or back alley.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa de roberto?
Pack earplugs – Havana is loud at any hour. Check-in often runs late; if arriving early, ask to leave luggage and come back after 3pm for a smoother room assignment. Request a top-floor room facing the courtyard – quieter and still gets decent light.
What time is check-in at Casa de roberto?
Check-in at Casa de roberto is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa de roberto have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in lobby only, not in rooms; speed enough for email and messaging, not streaming
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa de roberto?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa de roberto?
A menu fijo (fixed menu) at a local paladar or state lunch spot: 100-150 CUP for soup, rice, meat, and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa de roberto?
Shared coco taxi or bicitaxi for short trips (20-40 CUP); for distance, catch a 'cooperative' taxi route (10 CUP). From the airport: take the P-12 bus (5 CUP) from outside Terminal 3 into Vedado, then walk or get a local taxi.
When is the best time to visit Havana?
November to April: low humidity, temperatures around 25°C, and the best chance of clear skies for walking the Malecón and Old Havana.
Top Attractions 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.