Your stay — Casa Silvia
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa Silvia, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (above 5th floor), specifically rooms 6 and above, as they are less likely to experience street noise from Calle 5. Additionally, rooms on the east side of the building may have a better view of the city.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1-4), particularly those near the lift, as they may be noisier due to the lift's proximity and potential traffic from guests and staff.
Best views
Rooms on the east side of the building on the upper floors (6 and above) may have a view of the city.
Quietest floors
5th floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Calle 5 can be a busy street, and rooms on lower floors may experience noise from traffic and pedestrians. The hotel's location is also near a service entrance, which may generate some noise.
Insider tips
Check-in is typically efficient, but try to arrive early to avoid potential delays, especially during peak season. Request a room with a safe, as this is a 3-star hotel and not all rooms may come with one.
- 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 Silvia
Free access to slow-speed internet (30 Mbps) with 3-device limit; paid options available with 100 Mbps or 1 Gbps speeds
Serves all floors, but some stairs-only access to historic colonial-era sections
Complimentary access to PressReader with limited international titles; physical newspapers available at the front desk
08:00-22:00, early bag-drop available from 06:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs CUC 20
Available for a fee of CUC 5 per item per night
Step-free access to main areas, wheelchair entries at main entrance and some rooms; no elevator access to certain historic areas
On-site parking available for a nightly fee of CUC 10; nearest public car park is on Calle 3, 5-minute walk away for CUC 5 per day; EV charging available at the front desk for CUC 5 per hour
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CUC 1 per person per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of 10% + CUC 50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús (605 m · ~8 min walk)
- Synagogue: Templo Beth Shalom (854 m · ~11 min walk)
- Synagogue: Centro Sefardí (919 m · ~11 min walk)
- Place of worship: Convento de los Dominicos (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Galerías Paseo — 917 m · ~11 min walk
Parque G — 135 m · ~2 min walk
Museo de la Danza — 556 m · ~7 min walk
Auditorium Amadeo Roldán — 367 m · ~5 min walk
Nené Traviesa — 505 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco Metropolitano — 279 m · ~3 min walk
Dispensario Pedro Borrás — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Dulce María — 940 m · ~12 min walk
Piquera Empresa de Servicios a la Aviación Civil SERVAC — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso (CUP)
Travellers typically exchange money at casas de cambio (exchange houses) or banks, which offer better rates than airport or tourist bureaux. Be aware that some places may not accept US dollars.
Credit cards are not widely accepted, but some hotels and restaurants may accept Euros or Canadian dollars. Mobile payments like contactless are not common.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated (5-10 CUP for good service in restaurants and 5 CUP for taxi drivers)
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical Cuban coffee costs around 1-2 CUP at a local cafeteria
A plate of rice and beans at a local eatery costs around 5-7 CUP
A main dish at a paladar (private restaurant) costs around 15-25 CUP
Street food is widely available in this area, particularly around Calle 5 and the nearby Plaza Vieja
Local markets like Mercado Agropecuario and smaller shops like Peso stores offer affordable options for groceries
You can find affordable clothing at local markets like the ones in Plaza Vieja or at street vendors
A day pass for the Havana bus system costs around 0.40 CUP, and the cheapest way to get to the area is by taxi (around 10-15 CUP from the airport)
Use Cuban Pesos instead of CUC (Cuban Convertible Peso) to save moneyEat at local eateries and paladares instead of tourist restaurantsUse public transportation instead of taxis for short distances
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 Silvia
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco Metropolitano — 279 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Dispensario Pedro Borrás — 1.7 km · ~22 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 Silvia?
Request a room on the upper floors (above 5th floor), specifically rooms 6 and above, as they are less likely to experience street noise from Calle 5. Additionally, rooms on the east side of the building may have a better view of the city.
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa Silvia?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (1-4), particularly those near the lift, as they may be noisier due to the lift's proximity and potential traffic from guests and staff.
Is Casa Silvia noisy?
Calle 5 can be a busy street, and rooms on lower floors may experience noise from traffic and pedestrians. The hotel's location is also near a service entrance, which may generate some noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa Silvia?
Rooms on the east side of the building on the upper floors (6 and above) may have a view of the city.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa Silvia?
Check-in is typically efficient, but try to arrive early to avoid potential delays, especially during peak season. Request a room with a safe, as this is a 3-star hotel and not all rooms may come with one.
What time is check-in at Casa Silvia?
Check-in at Casa Silvia is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa Silvia have Wi-Fi?
Free access to slow-speed internet (30 Mbps) with 3-device limit; paid options available with 100 Mbps or 1 Gbps speeds
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa Silvia?
CUC 1 per person per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa Silvia?
A plate of rice and beans at a local eatery costs around 5-7 CUP
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa Silvia?
A day pass for the Havana bus system costs around 0.40 CUP, and the cheapest way to get to the area is by taxi (around 10-15 CUP from the airport)
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.