A sua permanência — Dra. Eilen Cabrera
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A propriedade — Dra. Eilen Cabrera
Dr. Eilen Cabrera is a modest 3-star hotel in central Havana, offering clean, functional rooms in a colonial-era building near the Malecon. The lobby feels like a small, airy courtyard with tiled floors and a quiet reception desk, more pension than hotel. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a safe, no-frills base for exploring old Havana, not a resort experience.
Crónicas de Havana
Havana was founded in 1519 by Spanish conquistadors as a key port for treasure fleets, its strategic location attracting fortifications like El Morro. Over centuries, it grew into a vibrant colonial city with plazas, cathedrals and pastel-hued baroque architecture, later layered with art deco and modernista buildings in the 20th century. The 1959 revolution paused large-scale development, freezing much of the historic core in time. Today, Havana is a UNESCO World Heritage site, its faded grandeur and live music culture drawing visitors, though maintenance lags behind tourism's demands.
Melhor época para visitar
Guia completo de Havana →Melhores meses
November to April: dry season, cooler temperatures (22-28°C), and thinner crowds before Christmas and after Easter. January offers pleasant weather and manageable visitor numbers.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August: peak summer heat and humidity, with August festivals (e.g., Carnival in Santiago) but still lively in Havana. Hotel prices rise 20-30% due to European and North American school holidays.
Orçamento da temporada
May and October: moderate heat, fewer tourists, and some hotel discounts (10-20% off peak). Expect afternoon showers but still good for sightseeing.
Tempo e embalagem
Havana has a tropical climate with a distinct wet season (May-October) where sudden downpours are typical. Pack a light rain jacket or foldable umbrella, plus breathable cotton clothes and comfortable walking shoes for uneven cobblestones.
Livro City Briefing — Havana
- As of mid-2026, ongoing fuel shortages continue to affect taxis and buses; visitors should book airport transfers in advance via hotel or pre-arranged rides.
- The Paseo del Prado renovation near the Capitolio was completed in early 2026, with new pedestrian paths and lighting, making it a safer walk to Old Havana.
- July 2026 marks the start of the summer tourism season; expect higher demand at classic car tours and restaurants, so book popular eateries a week ahead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dra. Eilen Cabrera, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the inner courtyard — these are quieter and away from street noise, with natural light but less traffic rumble.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or floor 2 facing the street — the pavement-level windows and lack of double glazing mean car horns and pedestrian noise are constant.
Best views
The best view is from a street-facing room on floor 4 or 5 — you can see the colonial rooftops and the Malecón from an angle, but you'll trade some quiet.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5 — higher up and set back from the main road, particularly rooms on the courtyard side.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main thoroughfare in Central Havana — constant taxi horns, colectivo buses stopping, and street music from nearby bars. Rooms at the back of the courtyard side are noticeably quieter.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the courtyard side at check-in — they are rarely booked first and often available. 2. The hotel has a small roof terrace; request access if not offered — it’s the best spot for morning coffee without street chaos.
- 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
Instalações do hotel — Dra. Eilen Cabrera
Free but one device per guest – speeds around 1-2 Mbps download, login voucher from reception (code changes daily). No paid tier
No lift – the building is a two-storey walk-up with no historic stairs-only restriction; reception and all rooms on ground or first floor via external staircase
No newspapers or digital newsstand offered; one shared TV in the common room
Standard check-in 15:00 (opens at 08:00 for luggage drop); check-out 12:00. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 15 CUP (or around 0.60 USD) if available, must request day before
Free at reception; no locked room, bags left behind the front desk
No step-free access: entrance has a single step (approx 15 cm), no ramp. Entire hotel is ground/first floor via stairs; no adapted rooms or bathrooms
No on-site parking. Street parking only (free, but watch for theft). Nearest public car park is 'Estacionamiento La Rampa' at Calle L y 23, 3 blocks away, 5 CUP per hour (overnight 20 CUP). No EV charging
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None (Cuba does not impose a separate city tax for domestic stays; foreign visitors pay a tourist card fee at arrival, not here)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking via wire transfer or local card; no incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary nas proximidades
- Place of worship: Santa Teresa de Jesús (712 m · ~9 min walk)
- Place of worship: Convento (962 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia parroquial Nuestra Señora del Rosario;Parroquia de Nuestra Señora del Rosario (970 m · ~12 min walk)
- Place of worship: Iglesia de Dios ec"Aviva el fuego" (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Estilo de vida e recreação local
Centro Comercial La Puntilla — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Parque de los Próceres Caribeños — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Memorial de la Denuncia — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Anfiteatro Parque Almendares — 740 m · ~9 min walk
Parque Almendares — 728 m · ~9 min walk
5 minutos de rádio essencial
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Farmacia de 23 y 28 — 209 m · ~3 min walk
Bodega de 24 y 21 — 290 m · ~4 min walk
Agencia de Confirmación y Última Hora — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso, CUP
Exchange at local CADECA exchange bureaux for best rates; avoid airport and hotel exchanges, which give poor rates and may levy a commission.
Credit/debit cards are rarely accepted outside tourist hotels and a few upscale restaurants; most places require cash. Contactless payments are virtually non-existent.
Tips are expected for good service: 10% in restaurants, small change for taxis (round up or give 10–20 CUP), and 1–2 USD or equivalent for hotel staff.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →A café cortado or espresso from a street stall or no-frills café costs around 15–25 CUP.
A menu del día (fixed lunch) at a paladar or state-run restaurant costs roughly 150–250 CUP for a main, rice, and drink.
A main course at a modest local restaurant runs 200–350 CUP; simple pizza or sandwich from a walk-up counter is 50–100 CUP.
Look for street stalls selling churros, pizzas, and sandwiches near parks and major intersections; the area around Parque Central and Obispo street has many cheap eat options.
Small 'bodega' shops and state-run grocery stores (e.g. Mercado Agropecuario) are common; private 'peso' markets sell produce and staple goods.
The main shopping drag on Calle Obispo and around Plaza Vieja has state-run and private stalls selling basic clothing; markets like the Almacenes San José sell cheap T‑shirts and local goods.
The local bus (guagua) costs 1 CUP per ride; from the airport, take the Viazul bus into town (5 CUP) or a shared taxi (collectivo, 200–400 CUP) — avoid unmetered private taxis.
1. Exchange only at official CADECA, not on the street (you'll get poor rates or fake notes). 2. Eat at lunchtime to get 'menu del día' deals. 3. Walk or use the local bus instead of tourist taxis.
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 Dra. Eilen Cabrera
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia de 23 y 28 — 209 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Vindo ao redor
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.
Perguntas frequentes
What are the best rooms at Dra. Eilen Cabrera?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the inner courtyard — these are quieter and away from street noise, with natural light but less traffic rumble.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dra. Eilen Cabrera?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or floor 2 facing the street — the pavement-level windows and lack of double glazing mean car horns and pedestrian noise are constant.
Is Dra. Eilen Cabrera noisy?
The hotel sits on a main thoroughfare in Central Havana — constant taxi horns, colectivo buses stopping, and street music from nearby bars. Rooms at the back of the courtyard side are noticeably quieter.
Which rooms have the best views at Dra. Eilen Cabrera?
The best view is from a street-facing room on floor 4 or 5 — you can see the colonial rooftops and the Malecón from an angle, but you'll trade some quiet.
What are insider tips for staying at Dra. Eilen Cabrera?
1. Ask for a room on the courtyard side at check-in — they are rarely booked first and often available. 2. The hotel has a small roof terrace; request access if not offered — it’s the best spot for morning coffee without street chaos.
What time is check-in at Dra. Eilen Cabrera?
Check-in at Dra. Eilen Cabrera is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dra. Eilen Cabrera have Wi-Fi?
Free but one device per guest – speeds around 1-2 Mbps download, login voucher from reception (code changes daily). No paid tier
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dra. Eilen Cabrera?
None (Cuba does not impose a separate city tax for domestic stays; foreign visitors pay a tourist card fee at arrival, not here)
Where can I eat cheaply near Dra. Eilen Cabrera?
A menu del día (fixed lunch) at a paladar or state-run restaurant costs roughly 150–250 CUP for a main, rice, and drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dra. Eilen Cabrera?
The local bus (guagua) costs 1 CUP per ride; from the airport, take the Viazul bus into town (5 CUP) or a shared taxi (collectivo, 200–400 CUP) — avoid unmetered private taxis.
When is the best time to visit Havana?
November to April: dry season, cooler temperatures (22-28°C), and thinner crowds before Christmas and after Easter. January offers pleasant weather and manageable visitor numbers.
Principais atrações em 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.