🇨🇺 Holguin, Cuba
Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román
📍 Carretera Gibara - Caletones, Holguin
Your stay — Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román
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The Property — Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román
Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román is a colonial-era townhouse turned three-star hotel in central Holguín. The lobby feels like a cool, tiled courtyard with high ceilings, a small fountain, and mismatched cane chairs – more lived-in than polished. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want genuine local character over chain-hotel anonymity, and who don't mind creaky floors or simple bathrooms. The USP is its location on Calle Libertad, steps from the Parque Calixto García, and the owner’s willingness to share tips on nearby paladares and live music spots.
Chronicles of Holguin
Holguín was founded in 1545 as San Isidoro de Holguín, a small settlement on the site of a Taíno village, and grew slowly as a cattle-ranching and tobacco centre. Its colonial-era centre was laid out around the Plaza de la Marqueta (now Parque Calixto García) in the 18th century, with neoclassical and eclectic buildings added in the early 1900s. After the 1959 revolution, the city expanded as a provincial capital with Soviet-era housing blocks, but the old core remains walkable and leafy. Today Holguín calls itself the 'City of Parks' for its many plazas and gardens, and its contemporary identity blends university life, cigar factories, and a growing tourism trade serving both the nearby coast and its own cultural festivals.
Best Time to Visit
Full Holguin guide →Best months
December–February: driest and coolest (20–27°C daytime), with low humidity and manageable crowds even though it's high season.
Peak / festival surge
July is the busiest month due to the Fiestas de la Loma de la Cruz (16–18 July), a local pilgrimage and carnival with music, dancing, and food stalls. Hotel prices across Holguín jump by 30–50% during the festival, and the city fills with Cubans and international visitors.
Budget shoulder season
May and October offer the best value: lower room rates, fewer tourists, and still decent weather (some rain in May; October can have brief tropical showers). Temperatures hover around 28°C, and the main sites – Parque Calixto García and the Loma de la Cruz viewpoint – are nearly empty.
Weather & packing
Holguín is subtropical with a dry season (November–April) and a wet season (May–October) marked by brief but heavy afternoon downpours. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or umbrella if visiting between June and October, and always bring sturdy sandals or shoes that can handle slick colonial paving stones.
Live City Briefing — Holguin
- Holguín's airport (Frank País) resumed regular charter flights from Canada and Europe in early 2025 after pandemic disruptions; expect longer check-in queues in peak months.
- The centrepiece Parque Calixto García underwent a two-year renovation completed in 2024, adding better lighting and restored benches – a good place to sit in the evenings.
- Several new paladares (private restaurants) have opened on Calle Maceo near the hotel, offering set-menu lunches for under 10 USD – worth asking the casa owner for current recommendations.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor (if available) or second floor at the back of the building, away from the road. These offer a balance of quiet and easy stair access (no lift mentioned for a 3-star).
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the Carretera Gibara - Caletones road: they get direct street noise and dust from passing traffic. Also avoid rooms near the reception or common areas.
Best views
Rooms at the back likely face a garden or courtyard (common in Cuban hotels of this class). No sea or landmark views from this address – it's a roadside location.
Quietest floors
First or second floor (assuming a low-rise design typical for a 3-star Holguin property). Upper floors are quieter but lack a lift, so choose based on mobility.
🔊 Noise notes
Traffic on the Carretera Gibara - Caletones can be audible from early morning. Local buses and trucks pass, especially during the day. Night noise is moderate.
Insider tips
1. Check if the hotel offers parking behind the building (safer and quieter than roadside). 2. Request a top-floor back room at check-in for less street noise – staff often accommodate if available.
- 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 Ricardo Ramírez Román
Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel; typical download speed 5–10 Mbps; login via a room number and surname, valid for 24 hours per device
No lift; the property is a single-storey historic house with all rooms on ground level, no stairs required
No digital newsstand; a single physical copy of Granma (Cuba's state newspaper) is placed in the common lounge each morning
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop available from 12:00 at no extra charge; late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of the night rate, after 18:00 full night rate applies
Complimentary baggage storage is available at reception on check-in day and after check-out
Step-free access at main entrance; all rooms and common areas on one level; no wheelchair-accessible bathroom grab rails or shower seats available
Free on-site parking for up to 5 cars in an uncovered lot adjacent to the hotel; no valet or EV charging; nearest public car park is at Gibara town centre, 1 km away, costing 10 CUP per day
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no additional city tax or resort fee is charged at this property)
Deposit & card hold: A 30% advance deposit of total stay is required at booking; at check-in, a credit card hold of around 50 CUP (approx) is taken for incidentals, or a cash deposit of 100 CUP is accepted
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso, CUP
Change money at official CADECA exchange offices for fair rates; avoid airport or hotel bureaux where rates are poor.
Credit/debit cards are rarely accepted outside major hotels; cash in CUP is essential for most local purchases.
Tip 10 CUP for a basic meal, 20–50 CUP for better service; taxi drivers appreciate 10–20 CUP extra; hotel staff expect 20–50 CUP per service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso from a street stall costs about 10 CUP.
A menu of rice, beans, meat and salad at a local cafeteria costs around 100–150 CUP.
A main dish at a paladar starts from 200 CUP.
Along Carretera Gibara – Caletones, look for carts selling frituras (fried snacks) or roasted pork; also the market area in Holguín town has stalls.
State-run tiendas (like Tienda Caribe) are common for basics; limited selection, so buy early.
Local markets in Holguín sell cheap basics; real bargains are hard to find in this area.
The cheapest way around is by shared collective taxi (15–30 CUP per ride within town); from airport, take the local bus to Holguín centre for about 10 CUP.
Always pay in CUP not CUC to avoid inflated prices; buy food from street vendors for meals under 100 CUP; use colectivos rather than private taxis.
Emergency Contacts
HolguinFor emergencies in Holguín, dial these numbers from any phone. Police: 106, Ambulance: 104, Fire: 105. Note that response times can be slow; keep your hotel address ready and ask a Spanish speaker to call if possible. Numbers may not work from US or Canadian SIMs; buy a local ETECSA SIM for reliable calls.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Holguin, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Holguín city centre (Parque Calixto García) → Villa Don Lino, Guardalavaca
💡 Shared taxis (colectivos) run along the main road to Guardalavaca. You’ll need a bus or taxi from Holguín airport to the city first. Flag one down near the bus station. They only leave when full, so expect waits.
Frank País Airport (HOG) → Villa Don Lino, Guardalavaca
💡 Arrange a fixed-price taxi through your hotel in advance to avoid haggling at arrivals. The standard rate to Guardalavaca is around 30-35 CUC. Drivers often wait outside, but official taxis are safer.
Holguín bus station (Terminal de Ómnibus) → Guardalavaca (main stop near beach)
💡 Viazul is the reliable inter-city coach. Book a day ahead at the station or via your hotel. The stop is a 10-minute walk from Villa Don Lino, but you can catch a bici-taxi for 1 CUC. Bring small change.
Villa Don Lino, Guardalavaca → Guardalavaca village (shops and restaurants)
💡 These pedal-powered taxis are the cheapest way to explore the local strip. Negotiate in CUP before you climb on. They can squeeze two people in, but don't expect comfort. Great for short hops to buy snacks or rum.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román?
Request a room on the first floor (if available) or second floor at the back of the building, away from the road. These offer a balance of quiet and easy stair access (no lift mentioned for a 3-star).
Which rooms should I avoid at Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the Carretera Gibara - Caletones road: they get direct street noise and dust from passing traffic. Also avoid rooms near the reception or common areas.
Is Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román noisy?
Traffic on the Carretera Gibara - Caletones can be audible from early morning. Local buses and trucks pass, especially during the day. Night noise is moderate.
Which rooms have the best views at Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román?
Rooms at the back likely face a garden or courtyard (common in Cuban hotels of this class). No sea or landmark views from this address – it's a roadside location.
What are insider tips for staying at Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román?
1. Check if the hotel offers parking behind the building (safer and quieter than roadside). 2. Request a top-floor back room at check-in for less street noise – staff often accommodate if available.
What time is check-in at Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román?
Check-in at Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel; typical download speed 5–10 Mbps; login via a room number and surname, valid for 24 hours per device
Is there a city or tourist tax at Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román?
None (no additional city tax or resort fee is charged at this property)
Where can I eat cheaply near Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román?
A menu of rice, beans, meat and salad at a local cafeteria costs around 100–150 CUP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Casa de Ricardo Ramírez Román?
The cheapest way around is by shared collective taxi (15–30 CUP per ride within town); from airport, take the local bus to Holguín centre for about 10 CUP.
When is the best time to visit Holguin?
December–February: driest and coolest (20–27°C daytime), with low humidity and manageable crowds even though it's high season.
Top Attractions in Holguin
💡 Check the noticeboard by the door for the weekly mass schedule; often a choir sings on Sunday mornings.
💡 Drop in on Thursday evenings when local son groups often jam for an hour from 7pm.
💡 Arrive around 6pm when the church bells ring and families promenade around the square.
💡 Go just before sunset; the light hits the bronze sculpture well and crowds are absent.
💡 Ask the guard to let you up to the rooftop terrace for a 360° view of the city.