About the Homestay

Exotic Eco friendly
  • Welcomes
  • Males
  • Females
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Students

City center, 2 rooms, private bathrooms, living room, kitchen-dining room, bay viewpoint, study of recordings and essays

House Facilities
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • 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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Matrimonial room
From $25 per night
Double Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom private (exclusive to guest)
1 Double Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates
Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
  • Air Conditioning
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Carpet / Moquette
  • Mirror
  • Hair-dryer
 1 guest
2 guests
Nightly Price
$25
$25
Weekly Price
$175
$175
Monthly price
$750
$750
double room
From $25 per night
Twin Room
Sleeps 2

Bathroom private (exclusive to guest)
2 Single Bed

Bedroom availableNot available for dates
Facilities
  • Desk and Lamp
  • Air Conditioning
  • Closet / Wardrobe
  • Bedside Locker / Nightstand
  • Mirror
  • Hair-dryer
 1 guest
2 guests
Nightly Price
$25
$25
Weekly Price
$175
$175
Monthly price
$750
$750
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About the Area

Located in the heart of the city of Santiago de Cuba, our historic neighborhood is quiet and quaint. We are close to the legendary Spanish Steps Padre Pico, the boardwalk of the Alameda and all types of businesses, including restaurants and cultural venues.

Local Area Facilities
  • Park
  • Cinema
  • Library
  • Museum
  • Shopping Centre
  • Sports arena
  • Restaurant
  • 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

House Rules

Smoking Rules

Your host smokes.

Smoking is allowed outdoors only.

20 Reviews

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    United Kingdom
    Age 55 - 64

    2 hearts
    February 2023

    It was not what I expected from the reviews. The location was fine and the bedrooms clean and comfortable. However, the rest of the casa and especially the terrace was not kept up. Also, I had specifically chosen a casa where, according to the reviews, we could get information and help about the surrounding area, but Jose Aquiles was not there which made things quite challenging and unsettling. The woman in charge was friendly enough, but not really helpful. We had a wonderful time in Santiago despite the casa.

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    Argentina
    Age 75+

    5 hearts
    February 2020

    Decir que es fantástico es poco. Cómo anfitrión no pudimos tener uno mejor. Desayunos exquisitos, charlas memorables.Realmente ha sido un plcer conocerlo y si volviera no dudaría en elegirlo. Su casa es tal cual aparece en las fotos.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Jose Aquiles in ,

    Muchas gracias Silvia y Maria, muy amables!!!, buen viaje, fuerte abrazo!!!

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    United Kingdom
    Age 55 - 64

    5 hearts
    November 2019

    The best part was the roof terrace and being near the carnival. Jose picked me up from the airport . He Was patient and calm - be warned - prepared for a really hot climate. it was my second time in Santiago to Cuba although previously I stayed in a different homestay.

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    Germany
    Age 55 - 64

    4 hearts
    April 2019

    Aufmerksame Gastgeber, uns hat die Kochmöglichkeit gefehlt

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    Netherlands
    Age 25 - 34

    4 hearts
    April 2019

    We had a good stay at the casa! We liked the interior design and the room was nice and clean. We only thought the shower was a bit scary (it overheated once). From the rooftop terrace (during breakfast) there was a nice view over Santiago. Also, the casa was conveniently located.

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    Netherlands
    Age 25 - 34

    5 hearts
    March 2019

    Jose runs a beautiful casa. His whole family is into arts and music, and his whole house breathes artistry. Great location in Santiago, close to the famous 'Padre Pico Steps'. Breathtaking view from the roof terrace over the bay and the harbor, where breakfast is served. Jose and his wife are warm people who make you feel like home.

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    Netherlands
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    March 2019

    Jose and Mercedes were very kind and welcoming to us. Their home is clean and beautiful and the breakfast is made with love, which makes it delicious. We ended up staying longer than planned. Thank you for a wonderful time!

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Jose Aquiles in ,

    Muchas gracias por tu comentario Adriana!!, en realidad somos muy felices con huéspedes como ustedes, fuerte abrazo!!', esperamos tenemos de vuelta algún día, Aquiles y Mercedes

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    Canada
    Age 45 - 54

    5 hearts
    February 2019

    10 journée ici des hôtes merveilleux et attentionné terrasse super lit confortables propre et bien situé près de la malecon et centre ville merci pour tout

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    South Korea
    Age 35 - 44

    5 hearts
    February 2019

    The best casa in Cuba !!! Really nice family and peaceful stay. We really loved our time here. Thanks.

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    Netherlands
    Age 35 - 44

    5 hearts
    February 2019

    Great place to stay! Room was clean, with airconditioning and everything we needed. Great breakfast on the roof terrace, with a nice view. Jose and his wife are the best, they are very friendly, helpfull and talkative. We had a perfect stay here.

    Host reply
    Homestay Host Family Jose Aquiles in ,

    Gracias!!! Muchas gracias!!!, esperamos verlos nuevamente!!, fuerte abrazo, Mercedes y Aquiles

How do I book?

Contact the host to check their availability and ask them any questions you have about staying with them. Once the host confirms they’re available for your dates, you can complete your booking.

When do I pay?

Once a host confirms they're available, you can go ahead and pay the 15% booking fee (maximum of 250 $£€ for longer term bookings) using a choice of payment methods: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro, Laser, JCB & PayPal (not available in certain countries). You then pay your host on arrival or as stated by your host on their profile and agreed by you on booking. Please be cautious if a host requests advance payment if its not included on their profile. Our hosts have been advised that if they wish to request advance payment they must make this explicit in their profile. We do not recommend the use of Money gram or Western Union.

When can I share my contact details?

Host and Guest email address, phone number and home address will be exchanged in a confirmation email sent to both immediately after a booking is completed. It's against our policy for Guests and Hosts to exchange direct contact details via our messaging system.

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