Your stay — Casa Mikel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa Mikel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above 3rd floor) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may receive more street noise from Calle San Nicolás.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st and 2nd) due to potential street noise and proximity to the service entrance.
Best views
From the 3rd floor or above, you can enjoy a view of the surrounding San Nicolás neighborhood, but note that the hotel's orientation may not offer direct views of the city skyline.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware that the service entrance and lift may generate noise, especially during peak hours or when the hotel is fully booked.
Insider tips
Request a room with a private bathroom, as some rooms may share facilities. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the Malecón seaside promenade, which is within walking distance and offers stunning views of the ocean.
- 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 Mikel
free Wi-Fi, 2 Mbps speed; login via room key card
serves all floors; no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all devices; physical papers available in lobby
check-in: 15:00, check-out: 12:00; early bag-drop available 08:00-09:00; late check-out fee: CUP 200 until 18:00, CUP 300 after 18:00
available 24/7, CUP 5 per bag per day
step-free access to main entrance; wheelchair entries to all rooms and facilities; no structural limitations
on-site parking available, CUP 20 per night; nearest public car park: Tarde Habana (CUP 5 per hour); EV charging available, CUP 10 per hour
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CUP 20 per person per night (Monday to Thursday), CUP 30 per person per night (Friday to Sunday)
Deposit & card hold: CUP 100 advance deposit + CUP 500 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Parroquia del Santo Cristo del Buen Viaje (396 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia del Santo Ángel Custodio (407 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia María Auxiliadora (557 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Bautista Nueva Vida (575 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Harry's Brothers — 142 m · ~2 min walk
Plaza Supervielle — 162 m · ~2 min walk
Edificio de Arte Cubano — 217 m · ~3 min walk
Teatro Campoamor — 673 m · ~8 min walk
Barbeparque — 438 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 159 m · ~2 min walk
Farmacia Internacional Hotel Sevilla — 404 m · ~5 min walk
Extension Harry Brothers — 126 m · ~2 min walk
Terminal de Cruceros de La Habana — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso, CUC
Change money at a CADECA exchange office (you'll find them throughout the area) or at a hotel, but be aware that airport bureaux de change often have poor exchange rates. Bring some Euros or US dollars for better rates.
Credit cards are widely accepted in tourist areas, but contactless payments and mobile payments are not common. Bring cash for small purchases.
Round up the bill at restaurants and bars, and tip 5-10 CUC for good service. For taxis, round up the fare or tip 10-20 CUC for long journeys.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Get a strong Cuban coffee at a local café for around 1-2 CUC.
Eat at a paladar (private restaurant) for a meal around 5-8 CUC.
Look for a 'comida criolla' menu at a local restaurant for a main course around 8-12 CUC.
Try the street food stalls on Calle 23, near the Malecón, for affordable Cuban cuisine.
Shop at a local market or a small supermarket like Mercado Agropecuario for affordable groceries.
Haggle at the local market or at a street vendor for affordable, second-hand clothing.
Buy a 10-trip card for the local bus system for around 0.40 CUC per ride.
Avoid exchanging money at airports or tourist areas, as the rates are poor.Use local currency for small purchases to avoid poor exchange rates.Eat at local paladares or street food stalls for affordable, authentic Cuban cuisine.
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 Mikel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 159 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Internacional Hotel Sevilla — 404 m · ~5 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 Mikel?
Request a room on a higher floor (above 3rd floor) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may receive more street noise from Calle San Nicolás.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa Mikel?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1st and 2nd) due to potential street noise and proximity to the service entrance.
Is Casa Mikel noisy?
Be aware that the service entrance and lift may generate noise, especially during peak hours or when the hotel is fully booked.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa Mikel?
From the 3rd floor or above, you can enjoy a view of the surrounding San Nicolás neighborhood, but note that the hotel's orientation may not offer direct views of the city skyline.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa Mikel?
Request a room with a private bathroom, as some rooms may share facilities. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to the Malecón seaside promenade, which is within walking distance and offers stunning views of the ocean.
What time is check-in at Casa Mikel?
Check-in at Casa Mikel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa Mikel have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi, 2 Mbps speed; login via room key card
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa Mikel?
CUP 20 per person per night (Monday to Thursday), CUP 30 per person per night (Friday to Sunday)
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa Mikel?
Eat at a paladar (private restaurant) for a meal around 5-8 CUC.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa Mikel?
Buy a 10-trip card for the local bus system for around 0.40 CUC per ride.
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.