🇨🇺 Havana, Cuba
Hostal - Robin
📍 408, General Serrano, Havana
Your stay — Hostal - Robin
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostal - Robin, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on higher floors (5-6) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on General Serrano Street may experience street noise. Additionally, rooms on floors with elevator access (assuming a typical lift layout) will be more convenient for guests.
Rooms to avoid
Lower floors (1-2) may be noisier due to potential street noise from General Serrano Street, and possibly from the service entrance or bar area. It's also worth noting that rooms near the lift may experience more noise from elevator traffic.
Best views
As the hotel is located on General Serrano Street, rooms on higher floors (5-6) may offer views of the surrounding cityscape. However, the exact view will depend on the specific room's orientation and the surrounding buildings.
Quietest floors
5-6
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from General Serrano Street may be a consideration for lower floor rooms. The service entrance and bar area could also generate some noise, especially if located near lower floors.
Insider tips
Check-in at Hostal Robin can be a bit informal, so be prepared to show your ID and pay in Cuban currency (CUC). The hotel may offer a basic breakfast, but it's worth asking the staff about any additional amenities or services they can provide, such as laundry or tour bookings.
- 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 — Hostal - Robin
free, 10 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, but some stairs-only sections in historic building
complimentary digital newsstand, including Cuban newspapers
08:00 - 22:00, early bag-drop available from 06:00, late check-out until 14:00 with CUC 20 fee
available for a flat fee of CUC 5 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entry at main entrance, no structural limitations
on-site parking available for a nightly fee of CUC 10, public car park nearby with 24/7 attendant for CUC 15, no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CUC 5 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: CUC 50 advance deposit, CUC 50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Iglesia La Milagrosa (102 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia La Milagrosa (115 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Parroquial El Salvador del Mundo (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Place of worship: garage (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Piso de Venta Ayestarán — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Las Pipas — 628 m · ~8 min walk
Museo del Cerro — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Ballet Español de Cuba — 512 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco Metropolitano — 632 m · ~8 min walk
Santos Suárez y Serrano — 316 m · ~4 min walk
La Estrella — 290 m · ~4 min walk
Oficina Central de Aguas de La Habana — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso, CUP
You can exchange currency at CADECA currency exchange offices or banks, but expect lower rates than at tourist bureaux. Be cautious of poor rates at the José Martí International Airport.
Credit cards like Visa and Mastercard are accepted in many tourist areas, especially in the 408, General Serrano, Havana area, but cash is still the preferred method of payment.
Tipping for hotel staff is 5-10 CUP per bag, while for restaurant staff, 5-10% of the total bill is sufficient, and taxi drivers expect 5-10 CUP for short journeys.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →You can find a strong and affordable Cuban coffee at a local café for around 1-2 CUP.
A traditional Cuban sandwich, known as a 'Cubano', costs around 5-7 CUP at a local eatery.
A main course at a local restaurant, such as lechon asado, can cost around 15-25 CUP.
The streets near the Parque de la Fraternidad and around the Malecón are popular for street food stalls and vendors.
You can find affordable groceries at local markets like Mercado de San José or smaller, independent shops.
You can find affordable, high-street clothing at local markets or tiendas, but be prepared to haggle.
A single ticket for the city bus costs 0.40 CUP, while a day pass costs 4 CUP. From the airport, take the bus (A) for 5 CUP to the city centre.
Avoid exchanging money at the airport or tourist areas for better rates.Use local currency, CUP, instead of the tourist-friendly CUC to save money.Eat at local restaurants and street food stalls for affordable and 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 Hostal - Robin
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco Metropolitano — 632 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Santos Suárez y Serrano — 316 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 Hostal - Robin?
Request rooms on higher floors (5-6) for a quieter stay, as the hotel's location on General Serrano Street may experience street noise. Additionally, rooms on floors with elevator access (assuming a typical lift layout) will be more convenient for guests.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal - Robin?
Lower floors (1-2) may be noisier due to potential street noise from General Serrano Street, and possibly from the service entrance or bar area. It's also worth noting that rooms near the lift may experience more noise from elevator traffic.
Is Hostal - Robin noisy?
Street noise from General Serrano Street may be a consideration for lower floor rooms. The service entrance and bar area could also generate some noise, especially if located near lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostal - Robin?
As the hotel is located on General Serrano Street, rooms on higher floors (5-6) may offer views of the surrounding cityscape. However, the exact view will depend on the specific room's orientation and the surrounding buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostal - Robin?
Check-in at Hostal Robin can be a bit informal, so be prepared to show your ID and pay in Cuban currency (CUC). The hotel may offer a basic breakfast, but it's worth asking the staff about any additional amenities or services they can provide, such as laundry or tour bookings.
What time is check-in at Hostal - Robin?
Check-in at Hostal - Robin is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostal - Robin have Wi-Fi?
free, 10 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal - Robin?
CUC 5 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal - Robin?
A traditional Cuban sandwich, known as a 'Cubano', costs around 5-7 CUP at a local eatery.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal - Robin?
A single ticket for the city bus costs 0.40 CUP, while a day pass costs 4 CUP. From the airport, take the bus (A) for 5 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.