Heart of Havana.Within a 10-minute walk of this El Vedado guesthouse, you'll find Hotel Capri and Hotel Nacional de Cuba. Also, Malecón is within half a mile (1 km) and National Capitol Building is within 3 miles (5 km).
As a guest of Hostal Cotarelo, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Hostal Cotarelo also features laundry facilities and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility.
This 3-star Havana guesthouse is smoke free.
3 guestrooms or units
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Tour and ticket information
Terrace
BBQ grill(s)
No smoking on site
Hostal Cotarelo offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature down comforters. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary newspapers and fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested.
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free offsite parking within 16 ft
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Airport shuttle on request
Food and drink
Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–noon: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have elevators
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Entertainment
TV
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down comforter
Fan
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels
Food and drink
Minibar
More
Free newspapers
Guidebooks/recommendations
Laptop-friendly workspace
Local maps
Safe
Soundproofing
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hostal Cotarelo
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Seniors-only community
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Seniors-only community. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in each accommodation.
We should mention
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Property is also known as
Hostal Cotarelo Guesthouse Havana
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Hostal Cotarelo Guesthouse
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Hostal Cotarelo Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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I stayed for the second time at the Cotalero hostel and it was a pleasant and comfortable stay. I like it because it is centrally located and you can move to different parts of the city without any problem. It meets the amenities mentioned in its accommodations.
Simon
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Simon
25 Jul 2024
Regarding the Hostal Cotalero, I can say that I liked its location, since it is in one of the most central areas of Vedado. The person in charge of receiving you once you arrive is very attentive and helpful and is available for whatever is needed. I must say that the bed, the air conditioning, the way the room was organized, the bathroom and especially the shower were in perfect condition. I would definitely stay there again once I visit Havana on another occasion, since I felt that it was a modern, cozy and affordable place.
The hotel was lovely, very clean and very comfortable, I would stay here again.
The internet was a bit of a hindrance ,I know Cuba isn't know for great internet, however there were simple websites I couldn't access such as the Viazul one to book bus tickets. Meaning I had to walk to the bus station to get a ticket instead. That's quite an essential site when you're here to travel.
Literally the only thing that let me down was the fact the listing states they speak Spanish and English. Which is perfect cos sadly I don't speak Spanish. However this wasn't so useful. I was checked in and greeted by two staff, the one that showed me the room spoke to me in Spanish despite me saying I didn't know it, understandably she doesn't speak English. So I've no idea what she was saying about the room or anything. She was trying to get me to go in the bathroom and was very insistent but I don't know what she wanted me to do.
As this was my first visit to Cuba I didn't know where anything was, the staff member I spoke to in the morning had a better grasp of English but not much better.
Noone seemed to know Havana from a tourist perspective so couldn't answer any of my questions. I was trying to book a train to travel across the island and noone there knew how to do this or where to go. That was the case for all the enquiries I had as a tourist.
Also I couldn't get my head around the conversion of money in Cuba and the staff member got quite impatient with me about that.
The host Sara is outstanding, so helpful with travel arrangements, directions, recommendations and so much more. The property is located 10-15 minutes walk from the malecón, 45 minutes to Old Havana and is really close to the hotel Nacional.
The property itself is in excellent condition and has a beautiful outside area where you have your breakfast and can sit out in the evenings. You have your own entrance to the property which feels very secure and It is in a very safe neighbourhood anyway.
The breakfast is absolutely delicious and just what you need to set you up for a day of touring (coffee and home juices are spectacular) which great value for money.
There are 3 rooms and all of the other guests shared the same view that this just has to be one of the best places to stay in Havana and is run by the most exceptional host