Il tuo soggiorno — El Cheque
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La proprietà — El Cheque
El Cheque is a functional three-star in central Vedado, a mile from the Malecon. The lobby is tiled, cool and quiet — a working hotel, not a boutique. It suits travellers who want a reliable base near the university and the ice-cream park, not romance or resort-style extras.
Cronache di Havana
Havana was founded in 1519 by Spanish conquistadors as San Cristobal de la Habana, quickly becoming a key port for treasure fleets. The old town's colonial plazas and baroque cathedrals date from the 16th-18th centuries, while the 20th century brought grand neoclassical buildings and Art Deco. After the 1959 revolution, many structures fell into disrepair, but today a careful restoration programme is reviving the historic core. The city remains a layered mix of Spanish, African and American influences, with live son music spilling from crumbling porticos.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Havana →I migliori mesi
November to March: cool dry season with blue skies, daytime highs around 26°C, and fewer cruise ships than December. Crowds are modest outside of New Year.
Peak / Festival Surge
January (Tres Reyes/Three Kings) and July (Carnival). July is hot, humid and festival-heavy: city fills, hotel rates can jump 30%+. The July 26th celebrations and the annual Carnival parade draw big crowds.
Stagione di spalla
May and October: the tail-end of the dry season and the start of the wet season. Temperatures are 28-30°C, rain intermittent, room prices often 20-30% lower than midwinter.
Meteo e imballaggio
Havana in July is hot and sticky, with frequent brief downpours. Pack a breathable cotton dress or linen shirt, and always carry a compact umbrella or light rain jacket.
Briefing della città — Havana
- The Malecon seawall is undergoing phased repairs — expect some closed sections and noisy work near the Hotel Nacional.
- JetBlue and Air France have added summer frequencies from the US and Europe, slightly easing flight availability.
- A new Cuban bakery 'La Habanera' opened in Vedado in late 2025, good for cheap coffee and pastries before exploring.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to El Cheque, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter and get morning light without the direct street racket.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor (street-level noise and less privacy) and any room directly above the bar or reception area — music and foot traffic carry until late.
Best views
Rooms on the fourth floor facing the street give a glimpse of Old Havana rooftops and the Malecón in the distance, but ask for a courtyard side for quiet — you trade vista for calm.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. The lift stops at the second floor and street noise is muffled higher up.
🔊 Noise notes
D´Strampes is a narrow residential street in Central Havana. Expect motorbikes, music from corner bodegas, and neighbours talking late on the pavement. The building’s old lift clatters, so rooms near the shaft on floors 1–2 get vibration. Cocktail hour at the ground-floor bar can spike noise until 11pm on weekends.
Insider tips
1. The hotel has no parking — use the lot on Calle Reina two blocks east (about 8 CUC per night). 2. Check-in can drag if the front desk is short-staffed; arrive after 3pm to avoid a wait. 3. Request a room with a mini-fridge for drinks — the bar closes early and street vendors sell cold beer nearby.
- 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 — El Cheque
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and ground floor only; speed approx. 2 Mbps (unreliable on upper floors). One-time login voucher per device, valid for entire stay.
Small lift serves floors 1–3; not all wings (some interior stairs-only sections in the historic annexe).
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. Building is a restored 19th-century townhouse with original mosaic floors and a central courtyard.
Standard check-in from 15:00 to 23:00 (late arrivals may incur a 20 CUC surcharge after 21:00). Early bag drop allowed at no charge. Late check-out until 12:00 for 25 CUC, after 12:00 charged at half-day rate (subject to availability).
Free storage in the reception cloakroom; no 24-hour access – must be collected by 22:00.
Step-free access via a ramp at the side entrance (on Calle Oficios). Main entrance has a single step. Lift is narrow and may not accommodate wheelchairs larger than 65 cm width. No adapted bathrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Estacionamiento Parque de la Fraternidad' at Paseo de Martí, 10-minute walk, 10 CUC per 24 hours. No EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no incidental hold required at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Iglesia La Milagrosa (427 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia La Milagrosa (437 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: garage (992 m · ~12 min walk)
- Place of worship: Iglesia Asambleas de Dios Puerta de Esperanza (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Piso de Venta La Comercial — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Las Pipas — 227 m · ~3 min walk
Museo del Cerro — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Ballet Español de Cuba — 288 m · ~4 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Banco Metropolitano — 364 m · ~5 min walk
Juan Delgado y General Lee — 227 m · ~3 min walk
Bodega — 328 m · ~4 min walk
Oficina Central de Aguas de La Habana — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso, CUP
Exchange at official CADECA kiosks or banks for the best rate; avoid airport and hotel exchange counters which give poor rates.
Credit/debit cards are rarely accepted outside major hotels; carry enough cash in CUP for most daily purchases.
Tip 10% in restaurants if no service charge added, small change for taxis, and a few pesos for hotel staff.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso from a street stall or local café costs about 10–15 CUP (0.10–0.15 USD).
A menu at a local paladar (private restaurant) serving rice, beans, meat and salad costs around 150–200 CUP.
A main dish at a casual paladar runs 200–350 CUP.
Look for street vendors selling pizzas, churros, or sandwiches around central plazas and along major avenues.
State-run bodegas and small local markets (fruterías) stock basic goods; there are no budget supermarket chains in this area.
Second-hand markets (often on weekends) or small private stalls near shopping centres offer affordable clothing.
Shared 'almendrones' (private vintage cars running fixed routes) cost 10–20 CUP per ride; from the airport, take a shared taxi to the edge of the city then walk or catch an almendrón.
Always use CUP for purchases, not convertible pesos; eat at paladares rather than tourist hotels; negotiate prices with private taxi drivers before getting in.
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 El Cheque
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco Metropolitano — 364 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Juan Delgado y General Lee — 227 m · ~3 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 El Cheque?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter and get morning light without the direct street racket.
Which rooms should I avoid at El Cheque?
Avoid rooms on the first floor (street-level noise and less privacy) and any room directly above the bar or reception area — music and foot traffic carry until late.
Is El Cheque noisy?
D´Strampes is a narrow residential street in Central Havana. Expect motorbikes, music from corner bodegas, and neighbours talking late on the pavement. The building’s old lift clatters, so rooms near the shaft on floors 1–2 get vibration. Cocktail hour at the ground-floor bar can spike noise until 11pm on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at El Cheque?
Rooms on the fourth floor facing the street give a glimpse of Old Havana rooftops and the Malecón in the distance, but ask for a courtyard side for quiet — you trade vista for calm.
What are insider tips for staying at El Cheque?
1. The hotel has no parking — use the lot on Calle Reina two blocks east (about 8 CUC per night). 2. Check-in can drag if the front desk is short-staffed; arrive after 3pm to avoid a wait. 3. Request a room with a mini-fridge for drinks — the bar closes early and street vendors sell cold beer nearby.
What time is check-in at El Cheque?
Check-in at El Cheque is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does El Cheque have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and ground floor only; speed approx. 2 Mbps (unreliable on upper floors). One-time login voucher per device, valid for entire stay.
Is there a city or tourist tax at El Cheque?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near El Cheque?
A menu at a local paladar (private restaurant) serving rice, beans, meat and salad costs around 150–200 CUP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from El Cheque?
Shared 'almendrones' (private vintage cars running fixed routes) cost 10–20 CUP per ride; from the airport, take a shared taxi to the edge of the city then walk or catch an almendrón.
When is the best time to visit Havana?
November to March: cool dry season with blue skies, daytime highs around 26°C, and fewer cruise ships than December. Crowds are modest outside of New Year.
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.