About the Homestay

Urban Spacious
  • Welcomes
  • Males
  • Females
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Students

Our Hostal El Cid is a large property of 240 square meters with beautiful colonial architecture with ceilings and columns decorated in 1926. It consists of 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 terraces (covered and outside), 2 living rooms, dining room, kitchen, hall ( hallway or corridor), interior patio and balconies. It has a sea view from a terrace (the sea is 700 meters away) and a panoramic view of the city and the garden.
We are located in a very central and safe place, close to many transportation routes, stations, restaurants, bars, cabarets, recreational centers, Embassies and Airline Offices.
The atmosphere is totally familiar and friendly in a spacious and very ventilated house that will allow you to feel at home.
We offer free WiFi internet in common areas and in some rooms.
We offer a national mobile line with internet packages.
We provide Breakfast Services, Cafeteria, Restaurant, Laundry, Coin Exchange, Minibar, etc.
We manage and offer
Excursions, collective and private taxis, airport transfers, city tours, tourist information and accommodations anywhere in the country, reservations for events, theaters, cinemas and cultural shows.

Nearby places:

Old Havana (historical part)
Houses of Music
Cuban Art Factory
Cabaret 1830
Tropicana Cabaret
Parisien Cabaret
Red Room Cabaret
John Lennon Park
Don Quixote Park
Cultural centers and more than 10 Cinemas and Theaters
Yellow Submarine Rock Music Club
The Fox and the Raven Jazz Music Club
Salsa Club 500 music club
Cuba Exhibition Pavilion
More than 15 Hotels
More than 10 cinemas and theaters
Columbus Cemetery, World Heritage Site
Revolution Square
VIAZUL interprovincial travel agency
Bus, train and ferry stations
International Airport 20 minutes away
Havana Malecón
More than 40 bars, cafes, restaurants and nightclubs
2 Craft and book fairs
Museum of decorative arts
Napoleonic Museum
University of Havana.
More than 15 Embassies and consulates from several countries
3 International Clinics and 12 Hospitals

It is a pleasure to serve our guests 24/7 so that they feel like family and at home.

MY HOUSE IS YOUR HOUSE IN CUBA

House Facilities
  • Garden
  • Bikes for use
  • Laundry
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Parking
  • TV
  • Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning

Bedrooms available for booking

Minimum stay is for 1 night

Maximum stay is for 365 nights

Available for given dates

Long stay? If you have a reoccuring schedule where days in the week do not require accommodation, you can unselect those days below. This will inform the host and reduce the price of your stay.

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Room 2 Economy
From $7 per night
Twin Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom private (exclusive to guest)
2 Double Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

It is spacious with 2 double beds, with linens, towels, a fan, a large window, a private bathroom outside for guests only, with hot and cold water 24 hours a day. It does not have air conditioning or a refrigerator. Highly recommended for friends and trips economic

Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
  • TV
  • Dresser / Drawers
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Carpet / Moquette
  • Mirror
  • Fridge
  • Hair-dryer
  • Radio
 1 guest
2 guests
Nightly Price
$10
$15
Weekly Price
$70
$105
Monthly price
$210
$250
Room 3 Double and Family
From $10 per night
Triple Room
Sleeps 3

Bathroom private (exclusive to guest)
1 Double, 1 Single Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

On a 2nd level, with a double bed and a single bed, linen and towels, fan, air conditioning, fridge, private bathroom, hot water, ocean and city views. Special for couples, families and singles who want privacy

Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
  • TV
  • Air Conditioning
  • Dresser / Drawers
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Carpet / Moquette
  • Mirror
  • Fridge
  • Hair-dryer
  • Radio
 1 guest
2+ Guests
Nightly Price
$15
$20
Weekly Price
$105
$140
Monthly price
$300
$350
Room 1 Double and Family
From $12 per night
Twin Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom private (exclusive to guest)
2 Double Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates

Special for couples, friends and families with high comfort. Large room with 2 double beds, fan, air conditioning, private bathroom, refrigerator, showcase, bedside lamps, linens and towels.

Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
  • TV
  • Air Conditioning
  • Dresser / Drawers
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Carpet / Moquette
  • Mirror
  • Fridge
  • Hair-dryer
  • Radio
 1 guest
2 guests
Nightly Price
$18
$22
Weekly Price
$125
$150
Monthly price
$360
$400
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About the Area

Our Hostel El Cid is located in the center of Havana, in the very central, quiet and safe neighborhood of Vedado, just 4 kilometers from the historic center of Old Havana.
You can walk to the Malecón which is 600 meters away and see a beautiful sunset on the sea.
In the surrounding area there are many shops, markets, bars, restaurants, cafes, nightclubs, discos and cabarets.
We are minutes from the Embassies, the Habana Libre and Hotel Nacional hotels, the Cabaret Parisien and Cabaret Tropicana, the Casa de la Musica and the Jazz Club, the Copelia Ice Cream Shop, the Viazul tourist bus station, the Plaza de la Revolución and the National Library, the Museum of Decorative Arts and the Napoleonic Museum, the University of Havana, the Pavilion of Craft Fairs and the Cuban Art Factory, the Hospitals, Cinemas and Theaters.
Very close we have rental of vintage cars and bicycles.
In addition, bus and collective taxi connections. Also nearby are departures for excursions and tours of Havana.
The airport is only 20 minutes away and the Viazul Station is 5 minutes away.

Local Area Facilities
  • Tennis
  • Park
  • Gym
  • Golf
  • Swimming
  • Bowling
  • Beach
  • Cinema
  • Library
  • Museum
  • Shopping Centre
  • Amusement Park
  • Sports arena
  • Health club
  • Fishing
  • Restaurant
  • Airport
  • Bus Stop
  • Train station
  • Hospital

Meals

Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.

Included in the stay
  • Complimentary Light Breakfast
  • Use of Kitchen
Available on request at an extra cost
  • Full Breakfast
  • Half Board
  • Full Board
  • Packed lunch

House Rules

Hostal El Cid complies with the Hygienic-Sanitary measures established by the Ministries of Health and Tourism to provide services to international tourism.
You can pay in EUROS, USD, Pounds Sterling, Swiss Franc, Canadian Dollar, Mexican Pesos, etc. for your reservation at the Hostel.
Payment of the reservation by bank transfer is also allowed before arrival at the Hostel.
You can change your money in Cuban Pesos (CUP) at the Hostel's Exchange Office, making it more beneficial and comfortable for you.
For security reasons, "GUESTS" are NOT allowed in your room without prior authorization and registration in the Guest book.
GUESTS can be served in halls, terraces, rooms and common areas
If you wish to move the GUEST or ADDITIONAL GUEST to your room you must register them and pay an additional charge.
Due to the operation and schedules of services at the Hostel, the Main Kitchen is for Exclusive use, but all its services are provided FREE of charge.

Smoking Rules

Your host is a non-smoker.

Smoking is allowed outdoors only.

18 Reviews

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    Netherlands
    Age 65 - 74

    4 hearts
    February 2024

    Juan is een hele fijne persoonlijkheid die er alles aan doet om het je naar de zin te maken.
    Hij gaf ons veel tips en adviezen en in niet onbelangrijk je kan goed in het Engels converseren met hem. Op deze manier kom je veel te weten over Cuba en zijn cultuur.
    Juan nogmaals bedankt voor alles.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Juan Carlos in ,

    Muchas gracias por sus comentarios.
    Ha sido un placer recibirlos en nuestro Hostal.
    Ustedes son huéspedes educados, amables y comunicativos por lo que ha sido una buena experiencia su visita .
    Esperamos regresen en otra ocasión.
    Saludos cordiales Juan Carlos

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    Russia
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    May 2023

    This guest awarded the host 5 hearts but didn’t leave any comments.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Juan Carlos in ,

    Muchas gracias por su evaluación.
    Ha sido un gran placer recibirlo en nuestra Casa y esperamos algún día pueda repetir su visita.
    Saludos cordiales y un abrazo desde Cuba

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    Germany
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    April 2023

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    Haiti
    Age 18 - 24

    5 hearts
    January 2023

    Juan Carlos est le meilleur de toute la havane j'ai aimé mon séjour à Hostal el Cid

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    Italy
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    January 2023

    Juan Carlos is very kind and friendly. The room was comfortable. Hope to return soon!

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    Belgium
    Age 35 - 44

    4 hearts
    October 2022

    Très bien reçu par Juan Carlos, nous a donné de bon renseignements et de bon conseils, merci beaucoup

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    France
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    March 2020

    Chambre propre, diversité dans les petits déjeuners. De très bons conseils tout en étant discret. Très serviable , très gentil le tout dans un quartier agréable.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Juan Carlos in ,

    Muchas gracias Corinne. Ustedes también son excelentes huéspedes, amables, educados y comunicativos. Nos complace mucho su visita a nuestro Hostal y esperamos en alguna nueva ocasión puedan repetir su visita. Saludos

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    Germany
    Age 55 - 64

    4 hearts
    January 2020

    Lage super. Sehr freundlich. Gutes Frühstück.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Juan Carlos in ,

    Muchas gracias por su evaluación. Muy buenos huéspedes, amables y comunicativos. Esperamos repitan su visita algún día.

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    Germany
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    January 2020

    Juan Carlos und seine Frau waren die perfekten Gastgeber um in Havana anzukommen. Die Unterkunft liegt zentral, in einem schönen Teil von Havana und ist gerade für die ersten Tage aufgrund der ruhigen Nachbarschaft gut geeignet. In unmittelbarer Umgebung gibt es viele Restaurants und an der nächsten Ecke kann man günstig Getränke kaufen. Die Fabrica de Arte cubano ist fußläufig erreichbar und einen Besuch auf jeden Fall wert. Die Unterkunft war geräumig und wunderschön, besonders auch der tolle Balkon! Juan Carlos konnte uns gute Ratschläge für Havana geben, hat uns hilfreich unterstützt und uns die nächsten Unterkünfte, sowie die Reise dorthin organisiert. Vielen Dank dafür! Die Kommunikation war einfach, Juan Carlos spricht englisch. Das Frühstück war fantastisch! Wenn wir es nochmal nach Havana schaffen, kommen wir gerne wieder!

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    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Juan Carlos in ,

    Muchas gracias por su valoración. Realmente estamos para servirles en esta su casa. Ustedes también fueron unos huéspedes excelentes, muy comunicativos y amables. Fue muy agradable su estancia en nuestra casa y nos sentimos en confianza como si todos fuésemos una gran familia. Esperamos repitan su visita nuevamente en otra ocasión. Muchas gracias. Un saludo y un abrazo desde Cuba.

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    Italy
    Age 65 - 74

    5 hearts
    December 2019

    Cinque

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Juan Carlos in ,

    Excelente huésped y amigo. Muy comunicativo , amable y compartidor. Nos sentimos con el como familia. Un buen médico pendiente siempre de ayudar a todos. Una persona muy noble. Esperamos repita su visita nuevamente a esta su casa en Cuba.

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