🇨🇺 La Habana, Cuba
Hostal d´Soto
📍 868, 32, La Habana, 10400
Your stay — Hostal d´Soto
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Iglesia Bautista Nueva Vida (668 m · ~8 min walk)
- Place of worship: Bosque de La Habana Isla Josefina (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Católica (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
- Place of worship: Casa Religiosa Yoruba "ILE OSHA-IFA Ofun Gando" (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Piso de Venta Ayestarán — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Parque Ho Chi Minh — 322 m · ~4 min walk
Centro de Estudios Ernesto «Che» Guevara — 740 m · ~9 min walk
Anfiteatro Parque Almendares — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Parque Almendares — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 465 m · ~6 min walk
Santa Ana — 964 m · ~12 min walk
La casita de 47 — 638 m · ~8 min walk
Agencia de Confirmación y Última Hora — 694 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso (CUP)
US dollars can be exchanged at Cadeca (Caja Autónoma de Cambio de Cuba) offices, but rates are poor; better to exchange at banks or hotels. Be aware of the 10% commission on credit card transactions.
Credit cards are not widely accepted, but some hotels, restaurants, and tourist-oriented businesses accept Visa and Mastercard. Mobile pay and contactless payments are not common.
Tip 5-10 CUP for good service in restaurants, 10-20 CUP for taxi drivers. Hotel staff may also appreciate a small tip.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cheap coffee costs around 5-10 CUP at a local café or street vendor.
A plate of rice, beans, and meat at a paladar (private restaurant) costs around 15-20 CUP.
A main course at a paladar costs around 25-35 CUP.
The Callejón de Hamel in the neighborhood of Old Havana is a popular spot for street food, with vendors selling snacks and meals for around 5-10 CUP.
Local supermarkets like Mercado de 5 y 35 and Mercadito de 19 y 10 offer affordable options for groceries.
You can find affordable clothing at local markets like the Rastro de San José or the Feria de San José.
The most affordable option for transportation is the municipal bus (around 0.50-1 CUP), or you can take a taxi for around 20-30 CUP. From the airport, the bus costs 5 CUP.
Bring small bills and coins, as large denominations are not always accepted. Consider buying a local SIM card for data and calls. Use the local currency, rather than US dollars, for small purchases.
Emergency Contacts
La HabanaDial 106 for police, 104 for ambulance, 105 for fire. For general assistance, call 103. Note that response times can be slow, and English may not be widely spoken. Save your embassy's number too.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in La Habana, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hostal d´Soto
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 465 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Santa Ana — 964 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Airport bus stop (outside terminal) → Centro Habana (near Casa de Magaly)
💡 Cheapest but not practical with luggage—buses are crowded and routes unclear. Use only if you speak Spanish and travel light. Ask a local or a policeman for the right stop.
Main bus stops or Playa, Havana → Central Havana (near Casa de Magaly)
💡 Shared routes along major roads like Calle 23 or Malecón. Flag down a yellow government taxi—private ones demand higher fares. Pay in CUP for local rates.
José Martí International Airport (HAV) → Casa de Magaly, Havana
💡 Book through your casa host for a firm price and a driver who knows the exact address. Agree on fare before starting—avoid unofficial touts inside the terminal.
Old Havana or Central Havana streets → Casa de Magaly (short local trips)
💡 Great for short hops in Centro Habana. Negotiate price first—agree in CUP not CUC. Be firm but friendly; local drivers are honest once you set a clear rate. Best for warm evenings along the coast.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Hostal d´Soto?
Check-in at Hostal d´Soto is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal d´Soto?
A plate of rice, beans, and meat at a paladar (private restaurant) costs around 15-20 CUP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal d´Soto?
The most affordable option for transportation is the municipal bus (around 0.50-1 CUP), or you can take a taxi for around 20-30 CUP. From the airport, the bus costs 5 CUP.
Top Attractions in La Habana
💡 Free entry on Sundays. Go early to avoid the midday heat. The museum is small, so budget 45 minutes. The courtyard has clean toilets.
💡 Go at golden hour when the light hits the buildings. Bring a small bottle of rum and join the Cubans sitting on the wall, but watch for uneven concrete.
💡 Free live rumba every Sunday from noon, but arrive by 11am to get a spot. Take a taxi, not a coco-taxi, as the area gets congested. Tip the musicians a few CUP.
💡 Entry is 8 CUC (about $8). Bring cash in small bills, no card accepted. The air conditioning is weak, so carry water. Skip the guided tour; English labels are scarce but photos tell the story. Allow 1.5 hours.
💡 Free to look at the lobby and ground floor. To see the auditorium, buy a 5 CUC ticket for a guided tour (available weekdays 10am-11am). Alternatively, catch a ballet or concert, cheapest seats from 10 CUC. No photography inside during performances.