Meet Iris Eloisa
Creative, Sociable, Friendly
Nuestra primera prioridad es el cliente ,el ultimo dia de estancia tiene q ser mejor q el primero para q siempre nos recuerden ,somos comunicativos ,atentos ,y nuestra casa es muy agradable y tranqui
On a typical day...
I’m sociable and have my friends over a lot.
When I host guests...
I’m helpful and hands on. I can show them where to go and help them get there.
Family Hobbies
Swimming, Gymnastics, Diet and nutrition, Reading, Music, gigs, festivals
Hosting guests since
2014
Response Rate
100%
Response Time
Within a few hours
About the Homestay
- Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
Hostal la Antonia is a place where hospitality and a peaceful atmosphere will give you peace and security.
We are a family of professionals of 4 people my retired husband (architect of profession), my daughter Susy who is the longest in the house (Psychologist), my grandson Mauro of 3 years and me.
We have been dedicated to the rental business for over 15 years so we have a
enough experience with both short and long-term clients, as well as with university students who come to do different postgraduate courses on the island.
We are located in the Center of Vedado in a very quiet neighborhood of both neighbors and visitors. Located next to the University of Havana and only 3 minutes from the Habana Libre Hotels, Hotel Colina, Cinemas, Galleries, Cabaret, Restaurants, Bars, Wi-Fi, Bars, Calle L and 23 (corazon del vedado), bus stop Bus touristic which is a good option for the day because it allows you to know some of the main avenues of the city as well as some sites of interest.
We are also very close to the famous Malecon Habanero, sites in general that you can visit walking to enjoy the beautiful view of the city.
Our house is a quiet and pleasant place. On the first floor of the house we have 3 independent rooms- comfortable with all the amenities cold and hot water, tv, refrigerator, air conditioning, security va ... and on the second floor is the Bar-Restaurant located in a covered and open-air terrace area where you can enjoy your morning breakfast, a variety of traditional Cuban cocktails, and in turn, if you wish you can taste exquisite dishes of traditional Cuban cuisine perfumed with aromatic herbs and accompanied by fresh and organic vegetables from the family farm.
At home you will always find a family atmosphere.
Services offered at an additional cost:
... pick-up service, to and from the airport
... Transfer to Viñales, Trinidad, Varadero, Cienfuegos by collective or private taxi
... WiFi connection
... Breakfasts and dinners
... Washing and ironing clothes
... city tour of the city in classic cars of the 50s.
We are a family business proud of our professionalism and hospitality that we provide, in our home you will find a unique and pleasant experience.
The included light breakfast consists of tea, or coffee with milk accompanied by slices of bread.
Visit us you will love our Home! !!
Additional Info
Courtesy of the house each guest will be greeted with a welcome cocktail "Mojito Antonia" in the bar. Being a guest of Hostal will receive a discount of 10% of the menu card if dinner at the restaurant.
House Facilities
- Laundry
- Parking
- TV
- Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
The house is located next to the University of Havana and just minutes from downtown with easy access to nightclubs, hotels, cafe bar, theaters, Malecón, etc.
Local Area Facilities
- Park
- Gym
- Cinema
- Library
- Museum
- Shopping Centre
- Sports arena
- Restaurant
- Bus Stop
- Hospital
Meals
Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals will incur an additional cost. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.
Included in the stay
- Use of Kitchen
Available on request at an extra cost
- Full Breakfast
- Packed lunch
Diet Type available on request
- Vegetarian
- Lactose Intolerant
- Nut Allergies
House Rules
- You are given an entry key as well as your room.
- The loss of the keys supposes the payment of 10cuc.
- Cuban escorts are allowed
- Smoking is prohibited inside the rooms.
- We have an area for smokers.
- Breakfast included is; coffee / tea or coffee with milk, toast with butter / jelly.
- Full breakfast service is offered in terrace area with a cost of $ 5.00 x person, breakfast contains eggs of your choice, with cheese / ham / vegetables), natural fruit juices, bread, butter, jam, various fresh fruits, milk, coffee, tea ...
-Cancellation Policy ": For the cancellation of the reservation the guest needs to contact us at least" 7 days before "the day of arrival for the refund of their money.
-We wish you a happy stay and make my house yours.
Smoking is allowed indoors and outdoors.
106 Reviews
May 2019
Un "hôtel"/ casa agréable où l'on a dormi 3 nuits, Iris nous a bien aidé pour la suite de notre voyage, elle sest rendue très disponible ! Nous avons passé un très bon séjour ! Prévoir les bouchons d'oreilles par contre le quartier peut être bruyant par moment la nuit ...
Host reply
Hola, muchas gracias un placer haberlos conocido. Saludos
April 2019
I spent 5 days as a solo traveller with Iris and her very kind family. It was perfect. The room was basic but clean, the bed good and aircon works and the rooftop is outstanding for starting the day with a copious breakfast (optional) and relaxing after exploring the city and chat with family members (Alex, special thanks for your help and your English, which is much better than my Spanish!) or fellow travellers staying also here. Can recommend this casa to anyone who likes to experience Havana a bit away from the tourist crowds, yet you can walk easily to the Malecon, even to the old town if you are a good walker, the Hotel Habana Libre and lively Ave 23 / La Rampa is 5 min away. Gracias a todos, espero a una proxima vez!
Host reply
Hi. thank you. a pleasure to have known you and grateful that you have felt well at home.
I hope you visit us again. alex sends you greetings. Kisses
iris and family
April 2019
Le séjour dans cet "casa particular " a été des plus agréable. L'accueil, d'Iris et sa famille, a été des plus chaleureux et les chambres sont très spacieuses et d'un très bon standing.
Le logement est idéalement situé pour visiter La Havane et les conseils de nos hôtes ont été précieux pour nous organiser (taxi, restaurant etc).
Je recommande tout particulièrement cette "casa".Host reply
Merci beaucoup pour tout, un plaisir de vous connaître. salutations
April 2019
The Antonia is in good location and the rooms are very cleans.
They are kind and helpful.
I recommend this place.
April 2019
Really welcoming place well situated in La Havana, nice and calm rooms with space and accomodations. Iris and her family are very friendly and there's always a smile for you at the end of the day.
March 2019
Ha sido sencillamente fantástica. Mi amiga y yo nos sentimos como si fuera nuestra propia casa. Te ayudan absolutamente en todo. Te hacen todo más fácil y nos hicieron reír muchísimo. La habitación está muy bien en todos los sentidos y la terraza dónde se desayuna genial. Todo inmejorable. La recomiendo a todos. Yo repetiré sin duda.
Host reply
Muchas gracias por todo Rosa encantados de conocerlas a ti y a tu amiga, espero nos volvamos haber. Besitos.
March 2019
Nice Casa with great host. Breakfast on the roof was very good. Nice neighborhood many restaurants within walking distance. Room was very clean and had everything we needed.
Host reply
Thanks so much, it was Nice meeting you. Regards
March 2019
We had a great stay at Hostal Antonia. The flat was nice and clean and the room as well. We ordered the breakfast and had the best omelette with cheese and ham of our holiday!
The flat is quiet central we could walk all over the city. They have a good Internet-connection and they organized a transport from the airport for us.
We recommend Hostal Antonia :)March 2019
Suzie (Iris Eloisa’s daughter) was helpful and the room was lovely. Fantastic shower, loads of space, a TV and a very comfy bed. The breakfast was also great and Suzie was very responsive to any queries and was kind enough to arrange my taxi to the airport. All in all, I enjoyed my short stay at her home and I would definitely recommend it.
Host reply
Thanks so much, kiss
February 2019
Die Gastfamilie war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Wir haben uns dort sehr wohl gefühlt. Die Vermittlung von Taxi collectivo und anderen "casa particulares" in Vinales oder Trinidad hat einwandfrei geklappt. Das Hostal La Antonia liegt in einer Nebenstraße nahe der Universität, sodass man die Sehenswürdigkeiten, Bank, Supermarkt u. ä. gut zu Fuß erreichen kann.
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