It was our first time in Cuba and we went all by ourselves ... just bought the plane tickets and decided to visit the country we had always been dreaming of seeing. We speak Spanish, we love the Latin American culture and we really wanted to experience it living with the Cuban families at casas particulares. I must say however... more

If you want to bring your trip to "la habana" to the next level, Aleida's casa particular is where you should stay. Partly for the comfy rooms with A.C., fans, alarm clock and tv; partly for the location, in that charming residential neighborhood, the "Vedado", from which Central Havana and Old Havana are easily accessible via a very cheap taxi... more

I stayed with Aleida for one month. Her Casa Particular is perfect for that traveler looking to immerse his or herself in Havana and the daily lives of the Cuban people. The house is at a great location. In the 'barrios' of Vedado, you are a 10min bus or taxi ride from Central Havana, but have the ability to escape... more

My introduction to Havana and Cuban hospitality were met thanks to Aleida Ravelo and her son, Alejandro. This was the first time I traveled to a country alone as a single female with limited Spanish but Aleida went out of her way to accompany me to the candeca (money exchange), bus terminal and even hailed taxis to insure I was... more

I would like to recommend Aleida Ravelo's Casa Particular in the Vedado district of the capital La Habana, on Calle 28 #270 on the block between Calle 21 and 23, 2nd floor. She has two rooms for rent, each with a TV set, fridge, and my room even had a small safe and a 220V outlet. My small balcony had... more

I can highly recommend this Casa Particular de Aleida Ravelo located in Vedado on Calle 28 (entre 23 y 25). My original plan to spend just 1 or 2 weeks in Havana, was amended after a few days in the city due to the interesting city itself, the great people I met but also to my host Aleida and her... more

If you are looking for a casa particular in Havana, I highly recommend Casa Acelo (Mr. Acelo Hernandez). This is a typical colonial house, recently renovated and located in Vedado. Of course, casas are no luxury hotels! Accomodation is basic, but rooms are quite cosy and clean and the food was absolutely fabulous! However, what we appreciated most were the... more

If you want to explore fantastic Cienfuegos this location is ideal.Just a few blocks to Jose Marti park and the downtown pedestrian boulevard. The owners of the house are Alfredo and Olga who are amazing hosts who truly make your stay enjoyable.The accommodation was very clean and comfortable with private bathroom and air conditioning.They have 3 rooms which are at... more

We spent a month traveling Cuba and the very best experiences were had at Casa Particulares. Hands down, our favorite is in Trinidad. Louis and Nilda Grau have a beautiful and ´tranquillo´ colonial home just steps away from the main plaza on Francisco Javier Zerquera 270. They will happily recommend places in the region to visit while sipping fresh mango... more