A sua permanência — Kate’s home
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Kate’s home, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
If you can, request a room on the higher floors (above the 5th floor) for a quieter experience. These rooms tend to be away from the street noise and the sound of the hotel's service entrance, which can be busy. Additionally, the higher floors often have a slightly better view of the surrounding cityscape.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the lower floors (ground to 3rd) and near the lift are not ideal due to the potential for street noise and the constant hum of the lift. The hotel's service entrance is also located on the ground floor, which may generate some noise.
Best views
Given the hotel's address in Havana, rooms with a northward-facing orientation (towards the city) are likely to offer the best views of the surrounding architecture and cityscape.
Quietest floors
The 4th and 5th floors are likely the quietest, given the hotel's address and layout.
🔊 Noise notes
Be aware that Havana is a city with a lively atmosphere, and some noise from the streets is to be expected, especially from the nearby streets and sidewalks.
Insider tips
1. When checking in, ask the staff about the best parking options, as the hotel's parking lot may be limited. 2. Consider requesting a room close to the elevator, but not too close, as this can be a convenient option for guests with mobility issues, and the staff may be able to accommodate this request.
- 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 — Kate’s home
free, 5 Mbps, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary PressReader access, no physical papers available
15:00-22:00, early bag-drop available from 12:00, late check-out until 14:00 for CUC 20 (approx. $20 USD)
available for a flat fee of CUC 5 (approx. $5 USD) per day
step-free access, wheelchair accessible entrance, some structural limitations due to historic building constraints
on-site parking available for CUC 20 (approx. $20 USD) per night, nearest public car park at Calle de la Rampa, CUC 10 (approx. $10 USD) per hour, no EV charging available
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: CUC 50 (approx. $50 USD) advance deposit, CUC 20 (approx. $20 USD) incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary nas proximidades
- Place of worship: Casa Betel de los Testigos de Jehová (272 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Iglesia Bautista de Almendares (290 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: Iglesia de la Santa Cruz de Jerusalén (603 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Los Pinos Nuevos de Almendares (942 m · ~12 min walk)
Estilo de vida e recreação local
Tienda 5ta y 42 — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Parque Japonés — 264 m · ~3 min walk
Museo Municipal de Playa — 213 m · ~3 min walk
Verdarte — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Parque Infantil 13 y 76 — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5 minutos de rádio essencial
Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
El Crucero — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
tienda Miramar — 722 m · ~9 min walk
Piquera Gacelas — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →Cuban Peso (CUP)
Travellers can exchange currency at Caixa or Banco de Crédito y Comercio, but be aware that rates are often poor at the airport or tourist bureaux.
Some hotels and restaurants accept credit cards, but cash is still king; mobile payment is not widely accepted.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated; 5-10 CUP for good service at restaurants and bars, 5 CUP for taxi drivers, and 20-50 CUP per night for hotel staff.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →A typical coffee costs around 1-2 CUP at a local café.
A plate of rice and beans at a paladar (private restaurant) costs around 5-7 CUP.
A meal at a local eatery, such as a fritanga, can cost around 10-15 CUP for a main dish.
Street food is common in the Mercado de San José and around Plaza Vieja.
Supermercados like Almacén 5 y 20 and Mercado de San José offer affordable shopping options.
You can find affordable clothing at local markets like the Feria Artesanal.
A local bus ride costs 0.40 CUP, and a day pass can be purchased for 1 CUP.
Negotiate prices for taxis, especially for longer journeys.Use local buses and walk or bike whenever possible.Avoid exchanging money at the airport or tourist bureaux, as rates are often poor.
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 Kate’s home
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · El Crucero — 1.2 km · ~15 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 Kate’s home?
If you can, request a room on the higher floors (above the 5th floor) for a quieter experience. These rooms tend to be away from the street noise and the sound of the hotel's service entrance, which can be busy. Additionally, the higher floors often have a slightly better view of the surrounding cityscape.
Which rooms should I avoid at Kate’s home?
Rooms on the lower floors (ground to 3rd) and near the lift are not ideal due to the potential for street noise and the constant hum of the lift. The hotel's service entrance is also located on the ground floor, which may generate some noise.
Is Kate’s home noisy?
Be aware that Havana is a city with a lively atmosphere, and some noise from the streets is to be expected, especially from the nearby streets and sidewalks.
Which rooms have the best views at Kate’s home?
Given the hotel's address in Havana, rooms with a northward-facing orientation (towards the city) are likely to offer the best views of the surrounding architecture and cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Kate’s home?
1. When checking in, ask the staff about the best parking options, as the hotel's parking lot may be limited. 2. Consider requesting a room close to the elevator, but not too close, as this can be a convenient option for guests with mobility issues, and the staff may be able to accommodate this request.
What time is check-in at Kate’s home?
Check-in at Kate’s home is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Kate’s home have Wi-Fi?
free, 5 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Kate’s home?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Kate’s home?
A plate of rice and beans at a paladar (private restaurant) costs around 5-7 CUP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Kate’s home?
A local bus ride costs 0.40 CUP, and a day pass can be purchased for 1 CUP.
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.