Your stay — Don Miguel
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Caridad (304 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Presbiteriana (426 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: San Judas (434 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia (499 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Yumurí — 766 m · ~10 min walk
Jardín Aldama — 314 m · ~4 min walk
Museo de las Telecomunicaciones — 362 m · ~5 min walk
Teatro Campoamor — 760 m · ~10 min walk
Barbeparque — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco Metropolitano — 124 m · ~2 min walk
Farmacia Galiano y Vitudes — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Casa de Siumey — 411 m · ~5 min walk
La Habana — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso, CUP
You can exchange money at the Cadeca (Casa de Cambio) offices, but be aware that rates are often unfavourable, especially at the airport. Consider exchanging some currency before arriving or using an ATM.
Credit cards are not widely accepted, but some hotels and tourist establishments accept US dollars or euros. Mobile payments and contactless cards are not common.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service. For taxis, round up the fare to the nearest peso or leave 1-2 CUP.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →You can find a strong coffee for around 1-2 CUP at a local café.
A plate of rice, beans, and chicken at a paladar (private restaurant) costs around 5-7 CUP.
A main course at a local restaurant costs around 10-15 CUP.
Street food is common in Calle 23 and Calle Línea, where you can find vendors selling snacks and drinks.
Local markets and small shops like Tienda de Barrio sell basic groceries.
You can find affordable clothing at local markets and smaller shops.
A single ride on a colectivo (shared taxi) costs 1-2 CUP, and a day pass is not available. From the airport, take a colectivo (around 10-15 CUP) or a taxi (around 20-25 CUP) to the city centre.
Use Cuban pesos for local transactions to avoid losing money to exchange rate differences.Eat at paladares (private restaurants) for a more authentic experience and lower prices.Use public transportation or walk whenever possible to save money and experience the local culture.
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 Don Miguel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco Metropolitano — 124 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Galiano y Vitudes — 1.0 km · ~13 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 time is check-in at Don Miguel?
Check-in at Don Miguel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Don Miguel?
A plate of rice, beans, and chicken at a paladar (private restaurant) costs around 5-7 CUP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Don Miguel?
A single ride on a colectivo (shared taxi) costs 1-2 CUP, and a day pass is not available. From the airport, take a colectivo (around 10-15 CUP) or a taxi (around 20-25 CUP) to the city centre.
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.