Your stay — Casa de Yoenis
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The Property — Casa de Yoenis
Casa de Yoenis is a faded-grace colonial townhouse in Old Havana, with tall shuttered windows, original tile floors and a rooftop that looks over a jumble of terracotta roofs and laundry lines. The lobby feels like stepping into someone’s living room: a worn sofa, a small desk, a quiet ceiling fan. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want authentic neighbourhood life over resort polish, and who are happy to trade air-conditioning for character.
Chronicles of Havana
Havana was founded in 1519 by Spanish conquistador Diego Velázquez, quickly becoming a key port for galleons carrying gold and silver. Its architectural layers run from 16th-century fortifications through Baroque churches to pastel Neoclassical mansions and 1950s Modernist hotels. The 1959 revolution halted much foreign investment, freezing the city in a state of graceful decay that now defines its global allure. Contemporary Havana balances state-run tourism with a growing private sector of paladares and casas particulares, while its music, rum and classic cars remain the city’s cultural pulse.
Best Time to Visit
Full Havana guide →Best months
November to April: the dry winter season with daytime highs of 25-28°C, low humidity, and blue skies. Fewer cruise ships and smaller crowds than summer.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: schools out, domestic tourism spikes, and festivals like the July 26th Revolution anniversary fill the city. Hotel prices double or triple; Casa de Yoenis may charge a 30-50% premium. Hurricane season starts in August, but direct hits are rare.
Budget shoulder season
May and October: wetter but quieter, with rain most afternoons. Room rates drop by 40-60%, and you’ll have Old Havana’s plazas nearly to yourself.
Weather & packing
Havana has a tropical monsoon climate: June to November brings sticky heat (30-32°C) and sudden downpours. Pack only light cotton clothing, a wide-brim hat, and a foldable umbrella — you will use it daily.
Live City Briefing — Havana
- Havana’s Malecón seawall is partially closed for repairs near the Hotel Nacional until late 2026 — expect diversions for pedestrians walking west of Calle G.
- The new Terminal 3 at José Martí Airport is handling most international flights since 2025, cutting arrival taxi times to central Havana by about 15 minutes.
- As of mid-2026, US travelers still need a general license (e.g. 'Support for the Cuban People') and must keep daily records; visa-free entry is not available for American passport holders.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa de Yoenis, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor (or higher) facing the inner courtyard. If the hotel has a rear elevation, those rooms are quieter and likely get morning light, away from street-facing traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the ground floor (street level) or directly above the lobby/bar area — noise from the street and common areas will carry. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft if possible.
Best views
The best views are from the front-facing rooms on floors 2–4, looking out over the street — expect a classic Havana scene of vintage cars and colourful buildings, but with traffic noise. Courtyard rooms offer a more peaceful outlook without the city clamour.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest at a typical 3-star Havana property with 3–4 floors and no lift noise issues above the ground floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Havana streets are loud: classic car exhaust, music from passing cars and nearby bars, and street vendors. This is a 3-star in a dense urban area, so soundproofing is minimal. Ground-level rooms will hear every motorbike and conversation.
Insider tips
1. Check in early (before 2pm) to get a choice of floor and orientation — ask specifically for a rear-facing or courtyard room. 2. Bring earplugs regardless; even 'quiet' rooms in old Havana buildings transmit street noise through single-glazed windows.
- 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 Yoenis
Free basic Wi-Fi in lobby only (1 Mbps); paid upgrade to 5 Mbps in rooms for 5 CUC/day – requires daily voucher from front desk
No lift; all rooms on first and second floors via stairs only (historic colonial building)
No newspapers; building is a restored 19th-century townhouse with original tilework and a central courtyard
Check-in 14:00-20:00; early bag drop available from 08:00; late checkout until 14:00 costs 25 CUC
Complimentary for day of arrival/departure; otherwise 5 CUC per day
No step-free access; entrance has 3 steps; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park at Plaza Vieja (5 CUC per night, 3-minute walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required 7 days before arrival; incidental hold of 50 CUC at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia de Casablanca (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
La Rima — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
El muro — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Casa Museo del Che — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Anfiteatro de Casablanca — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Parque Infantil Ernesto «Che» Guevara de la Serna — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 578 m · ~7 min walk
Bodega La pequeña — 345 m · ~4 min walk
Casablanca — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso, CUP
Change cash USD or EUR at banks or official CADECA exchange kiosks; avoid the airport and any tourist-bureau desks as their rates are poor.
Cards from non-US banks work at official hotels and some larger restaurants, but most places in the neighbourhood are cash-only; contactless is rare, mobile pay non-existent.
Leave 10% at restaurants if no service charge added, small change for taxi drivers (10-20 CUP), and 50-100 CUP per day for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso or cortadito at a local ventanilla (takeaway window) — about 10-15 CUP.
Menú del día (set lunch with rice, beans, meat, salad) in any small paladar or cafeteria — roughly 150-250 CUP.
Simple pizza or rice-and-beans plate at a barrio eatery — around 200-300 CUP for a main.
Look for streetside stalls near parks or along Obispo and Mercaderes selling churros, pizzas, or tamales for quick cheap bites.
Budget chain: Cimex (limited groceries) and Mercado Agropecuario (fresh produce market).
Browse the flee markets along Calle Oficios or the Almacenes San José artisanal market for affordable T‑shirts and basics.
Shared colectivo taxis (fixed-route) cost 10-20 CUP per ride; from the airport take a shared taxi to downtown for roughly 300-500 CUP, or the P12 bus (1 CUP).
Always carry small CUP notes because change is scarce; eat where locals queue (set menus); buy bottled water from kiosks not hotels.
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 Yoenis
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 578 m · ~7 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 Yoenis?
Request a room on the second floor (or higher) facing the inner courtyard. If the hotel has a rear elevation, those rooms are quieter and likely get morning light, away from street-facing traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa de Yoenis?
Avoid any room on the ground floor (street level) or directly above the lobby/bar area — noise from the street and common areas will carry. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft if possible.
Is Casa de Yoenis noisy?
Havana streets are loud: classic car exhaust, music from passing cars and nearby bars, and street vendors. This is a 3-star in a dense urban area, so soundproofing is minimal. Ground-level rooms will hear every motorbike and conversation.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa de Yoenis?
The best views are from the front-facing rooms on floors 2–4, looking out over the street — expect a classic Havana scene of vintage cars and colourful buildings, but with traffic noise. Courtyard rooms offer a more peaceful outlook without the city clamour.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa de Yoenis?
1. Check in early (before 2pm) to get a choice of floor and orientation — ask specifically for a rear-facing or courtyard room. 2. Bring earplugs regardless; even 'quiet' rooms in old Havana buildings transmit street noise through single-glazed windows.
What time is check-in at Casa de Yoenis?
Check-in at Casa de Yoenis is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa de Yoenis have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi in lobby only (1 Mbps); paid upgrade to 5 Mbps in rooms for 5 CUC/day – requires daily voucher from front desk
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa de Yoenis?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa de Yoenis?
Menú del día (set lunch with rice, beans, meat, salad) in any small paladar or cafeteria — roughly 150-250 CUP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa de Yoenis?
Shared colectivo taxis (fixed-route) cost 10-20 CUP per ride; from the airport take a shared taxi to downtown for roughly 300-500 CUP, or the P12 bus (1 CUP).
When is the best time to visit Havana?
November to April: the dry winter season with daytime highs of 25-28°C, low humidity, and blue skies. Fewer cruise ships and smaller crowds than summer.
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.