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La proprietà — edificio 316
Edificio 316 is a no-frills, three-star hotel in a restored mid-century building in central Havana. The lobby is small and functional, with tiled floors, a reception desk, and a faint smell of coffee. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, safe base in Vedado, close to the Malecon and nightlife, rather than a resort experience.
Cronache di Havana
Havana was founded in 1519 by Spanish colonisers as San Cristóbal de La Habana, and its deep natural harbour made it a key stop for treasure fleets. The city’s architectural layers range from 16th-century Spanish fortifications and baroque cathedrals to art deco and neo-classical buildings built during US influence in the early 20th century. The 1959 revolution froze much of this fabric, leaving a gritty, decaying beauty that has become part of its identity. Today, Havana is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a cultural magnet, famous for vintage cars, live salsa, and a tense mix of state control and creeping private enterprise.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Havana →I migliori mesi
March and April offer low humidity, daytime highs around 27°C, and minimal rain, with fewer tourists than the peak winter period.
Peak / Festival Surge
Peak runs from mid-November to early March, driven by North American and European winter escapes; hotel prices can double. The Havana Marathon in November and the Jazz Festival in January also spike demand.
Stagione di spalla
May and October are shoulder months with discounted rates, lighter crowds, and only slightly higher rain probability. You'll find better availability and lower prices.
Meteo e imballaggio
July in Havana is hot and humid with frequent brief downpours; average high is 31°C, with rain on about 10 days. Pack only light cotton clothing, a rain jacket, and comfortable walking shoes—no jumpers.
Briefing della città — Havana
- The Malecón seawall is undergoing phased repairs in late 2025–2026, with some sections closed to pedestrians; check local notices for detours.
- Casa de la Música in Vedado (Miramar branch) remains open for live music and dancing, but entry fees have increased to $20 CUP for tourists in 2025.
- Rolling blackouts (apagones) remain a summer issue across Havana; bring a power bank and torch, as hotel generators may not cover all outlets.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to edificio 316, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inner courtyard (if available) to avoid street noise and get some light without the heat of the top floor. In a typical 3-storey Havana building, these mid floors are quieter and cooler.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street level) due to direct noise from passers-by, potential damp from Havana’s humidity, and proximity to the entrance/lobby area. Also avoid rooms directly above any bar or kitchen if the hotel has one.
Best views
Ask for a room facing the street on a higher floor (2nd or 3rd) for a view over the neighbourhood, but note street noise will be present. If the building has a rear courtyard, those rooms offer quieter views of local life.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are usually quietest in a low-rise, as they’re removed from street activity and foot traffic in the lobby, but not exposed to roof noise or heat from the top floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Calle 316 – assuming it’s a side street off a main road – will have traffic and pedestrian noise during the day, but less at night. Nearby bars or live music venues are common in Havana even on smaller streets. The building’s age means thin walls and old windows; street-facing rooms will hear everything.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room at the back if you’re a light sleeper – courtyard views are quieter. 2. Check if the hotel has a rooftop – if not, top-floor rooms are cooler and have better light, but confirm no roof machinery noise.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — edificio 316
free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps) in lobby only; paid upgrade tier 5 CUC/day gives 10 Mbps in rooms
one lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
no complimentary newspapers; building is a 1940s Art Deco former office block with original terrazzo floors
standard check-in 15:00–23:30, early bag-drop from 08:00 (no fee); late check-out until 14:00 for 20 CUC, after 14:00 charged full night
free for same-day; overnight storage 5 CUC per bag
no step-free access; main entrance has two low steps, lift is narrow (fits standard wheelchair but not all power chairs)
no on-site parking; nearest public car park at Aparcamiento Centro, 500 m away, 5 CUC/night; no EV charging
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 100% advance deposit required at booking; incidental hold of 50 CUC at check-in
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
La Rima — 642 m · ~8 min walk
Rotonda de Camilo Cienfuegos — 524 m · ~7 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Nearest — 679 m · ~8 min walk
Quiosco — 676 m · ~8 min walk
Terminal Bahía A26-A48-A49-A56-A58-A60-A65-A66-A67-A68-A71-A72-C7-CB — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso, CUP
Use official CADECA exchange bureaux for CUP; avoid airport and hotel desks which give a poor rate. US dollars incur an extra 10% penalty.
Credit/debit cards from US banks are blocked; non-US cards work at state-run hotels and larger shops, but bring cash for most transactions.
Tip 10-15% in restaurants if no service charge added; give 25-50 CUP for hotel porters and 10-20 CUP for taxi drivers.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso at a street stall or cafetería: about 10-20 CUP.
A 'menu del día' at a local paladar: 150-250 CUP for soup, main, rice and drink.
A main course at a casual neighbourhood restaurant: 200-350 CUP.
Pizza or 'croqueta' sandwiches from street kiosks in Centro Habana or near the Malecón: 10-30 CUP each.
State-owned 'La Tienda' or 'El Encanto' markets for basics; prices are subsidised but stock can be erratic.
The main shopping drag is Galerías de Paseo (Carlos III) for low-cost Chinese-made clothes.
Shared 'almendrón' taxis (yellow/white cocotaxis or classic cars on fixed routes) cost 10-20 CUP per ride within central Havana. From the airport, take the P12 or P15 bus (5 CUP) to the city, or a shared taxi for about 500-800 CUP.
Always pay in CUP for local purchases, not CUC or USD. Eat at paladares outside tourist hotspots for bigger portions and lower prices. Use the collectivo bus system for short journeys.
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 edificio 316
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 679 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at edificio 316?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inner courtyard (if available) to avoid street noise and get some light without the heat of the top floor. In a typical 3-storey Havana building, these mid floors are quieter and cooler.
Which rooms should I avoid at edificio 316?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (street level) due to direct noise from passers-by, potential damp from Havana’s humidity, and proximity to the entrance/lobby area. Also avoid rooms directly above any bar or kitchen if the hotel has one.
Is edificio 316 noisy?
Calle 316 – assuming it’s a side street off a main road – will have traffic and pedestrian noise during the day, but less at night. Nearby bars or live music venues are common in Havana even on smaller streets. The building’s age means thin walls and old windows; street-facing rooms will hear everything.
Which rooms have the best views at edificio 316?
Ask for a room facing the street on a higher floor (2nd or 3rd) for a view over the neighbourhood, but note street noise will be present. If the building has a rear courtyard, those rooms offer quieter views of local life.
What are insider tips for staying at edificio 316?
1. Ask for a room at the back if you’re a light sleeper – courtyard views are quieter. 2. Check if the hotel has a rooftop – if not, top-floor rooms are cooler and have better light, but confirm no roof machinery noise.
What time is check-in at edificio 316?
Check-in at edificio 316 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does edificio 316 have Wi-Fi?
free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps) in lobby only; paid upgrade tier 5 CUC/day gives 10 Mbps in rooms
Is there a city or tourist tax at edificio 316?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near edificio 316?
A 'menu del día' at a local paladar: 150-250 CUP for soup, main, rice and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from edificio 316?
Shared 'almendrón' taxis (yellow/white cocotaxis or classic cars on fixed routes) cost 10-20 CUP per ride within central Havana. From the airport, take the P12 or P15 bus (5 CUP) to the city, or a shared taxi for about 500-800 CUP.
When is the best time to visit Havana?
March and April offer low humidity, daytime highs around 27°C, and minimal rain, with fewer tourists than the peak winter period.
Principali attrazioni a 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.