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EL81 Guesthouse

2.5 star property

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Balcony
Reception
City view
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Desk
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Desk
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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115 Italia Avenue, Apartment 81, Havana, La Habana, 10200

What's nearby

  • Malecón - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hotel Inglaterra - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Central Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Havana Cathedral - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hotel Nacional de Cuba - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪El Diablito - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Castas & Tal - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cumba King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Ballerina - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Prado y Neptuno - ‬4 min walk

About this property

EL81 Guesthouse

Guesthouse in the city center
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a library at EL81 Guesthouse. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
Additional perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services
  • Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at EL81 Guesthouse include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Ceiling fans, daily housekeeping, and desks

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

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 2 per night)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 5 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 8 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 5 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 2 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Tax ID - 391/03
This property accepts cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Casa Alberto And Melba
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Frequently asked questions

Is EL81 Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at EL81 Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at EL81 Guesthouse?

Check-out is at noon.

Does EL81 Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 30 per vehicle applies.

Where is EL81 Guesthouse located?

Situated near the airport, this guesthouse is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Partagás Cigar Factory.

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EL81 Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hosts, really helpful and friendly, wonderful room, and excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angeliki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The couple that hosted me is very sweet and helpful with everything. The room is really nice and the view of the balcony is amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unbeatable views and cozy family stay in Havana

My father and I came to stay with Melba and Alberto after not being in Cuba for 13 years. Our experience was above and beyond any expectation I could have had. The owners are incredibly generous, friendly and helpful. First of all the place is easy to find and check-in was straight forward! The view of our room was spectacular with the malecon on one side and el capitolio on the other. Wifi is available all you have to do is get the log-in. Water pressure in bath is good and bed was comfy as well as AC available in our room. Breakfast was tasty and Melba's homemade fruit juices were so good. The hotel is in a great location because it is walking distance from old havana, museums, and other iconic havana sites. I couldn't recommend EL81 more! Muchas gracias Melba y Alberto, saludos y espero verlos pronto.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Melba was very hospitable. Check out her delightful balcony garden. A I enjoyed my stay. Great room and balcony. Loved the view. Fantastic place to stay in Habana.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place with lovely hosts. Wonderful view from the room and apartment with a large balcony, it has everything you need in a very central area of Havana, close to the sea. Loved the breakfast as well. Great WiFi which is quite rare in Cuba.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Braun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The family was very friendly. The place is clean with wi-fi. Also have great drinking water. I will certainly stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Malva is a very nice host who have us a lot of useful information about Havanna.

10/10 Excellent

Jihea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place!

It was definitely one of the best casa in Cuba. The house was clean, beautiful and welcoming. And it had amazing view of the city. Having breakfast in the terrace was one of our favorite experience during the trip. The hosts were also very nice and sweet. I strongly recommend this house!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

HUYEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host are so sweet. We glad and happy that we stay here. Recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hospitality and friendliness. I would come back and stay in the same place in a hear beat. Thank you Melba and Alberto!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a well maintained apartment building very clean and has elevator., it is a block to the Malecon easy walking to restaurants, shopping and has weekend market where the locals sell goods and perfrom entertainment, here you get the real Havana experience. My favorite was that it was walking distance to Casa Música where you can enjoy big Cuban Bands dance to salsa and other styles of music. The apartment itself was super clean, the host lovely and the breakfast awesome!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts, always helping and caring. Great terrace with an amazing view over Havanna and to the sea. Breakfast (on the terrace) is typically cuban, so fruits, eggs, bread, juice, coffee. 10 Minutes to Havanna Vieja by foot.

10/10 Excellent

Simona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El81 is a pleasure to visit. From the terrace for breakfast to its location 10 minutes to the Prado and the incredibly helpful family who host you, the apartment is a great find. The rooms each have a private bathroom and are very spacious for either a couple, a family travelling together or friends. You also have the ability to request home-cooked excellent and filling meals. Very much enjoyed this stay - with two teens! - and relaxing at night with a drink and looking at the Havana sky.

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, close to everywhere. Melba and Alberto are very helpful and friendly, they are ready to help you with anything you need. The place is immaculate, food is delicious... Highly recommended. I hope to see you again... Best wishes from Colombia and USA...

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place! The room is clean, airy, very spacious, well equipped, everything works. It has a lovely, quite large balcony with a great view of the city, its historical buildings and the ocean. The hosts are impeccable: very friendly, extremely polite. They were very helpful with the taxi rides to and from the airport, the currency exchange, maps, dinner reservations, all done very professionally as a hotel concierge. I am definitely going back! I strongly recommend it! Thank you, Melba and Alberto, for making my holidays in Havana so perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in Havana for two weeks for work, and the highlight of my trip was el81 Guesthouse. I cannot recommend it highly enough. From the warm hospitality to the convenient location and delicious food, it exceeded all my expectations. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a small group looking to explore Havana, this guesthouse is a gem. Melba, Alberto, and Sandra—a beautiful family—went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and comfortable throughout my stay. They thoughtfully arranged a taxi to pick me up at the airport and were always available to assist with anything I needed, ensuring that every detail of my visit was seamless. Their warmth and care truly made me feel at home. The guesthouse itself is outstanding. My room was spacious, spotlessly clean, and offered a breathtaking view of the city from the eighth floor (see photos!). My favorite spot, however, was the terrace. Melba and Alberto have created a lush garden filled with beautiful plants, including blooming orchids that added to the charm of my stay. Every morning, I enjoyed a delightful breakfast here (included with the stay), accompanied by the cheerful songs of their rescue canary, Max. Guests also have the option of having dinner prepared for only $15 per meal. Melba is an exceptional cook—her ropa vieja and soup are absolutely unforgettable. The location of el81 Guesthouse is ideal. Situated less than two blocks from the iconic Malecón on Calle Galiano (Italia)—a street U.S. President Barack
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Salvador

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property and the host is magnificent...if I have a suggestion it would be that they eased up the no visitor rule, I have Cuban friends and not one time I was able to bring them in offer a cold beverage or let them use the toilet...that's not good. And the other thing is they kept turning off the wi fi..for long periods of time I had no internet connection in fact I was watching a movie and all of the sudden...gone Besides that everything else was super...but I won't return.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place and great family!

When you walk in to the building, you might be a bit concerned, but not to worry, once you get out of the elevator on their floor, the home is beautiful. Alberto and Melba were kind, warm, and helpful. Their place is clean, orderly, and offered everything we needed, at a very reasonable price. They provided coffee and breakfast in the morning and even rum one evening. The location is great. Their terrace is absolutely beautiful with city and ocean views. The room we slept in was comfortable and the bathroom worked just fine. As an fyi, the Wi-Fi is not always the best. You have to ask them to provide it and they may have to reconnect from time to time. Melba has beautiful plants throughout her home and is so sweet! Alberto is also very kind. He even set up nice exercise equipment for the active travelers! There’s a heavy bag, free weights, a pull-up bar, weight bench, a stationary bike, and more. I would recommend this location for travelers with or without families/children. If I come back one day, I would choose to stay with them again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous find. Fabulous people. Like having your own personal concierge and cook. Havana is a shock for first time travelers. Supplies are scarce and people are suffering since the pandemic. You wouldn’t know it with Melba and Alberto though. We speak decent Spanish so were able to learn a lot about Cuba’s history and culture from this well educated couple. Even if you don’t speak much Spanish, they will help you navigate in Cuba. Our room and bathroom were private and up a flight of stairs. We dined in the common areas of the flat. Guests have access to good water, a tea kettle, and coffee (made by Alberto and delicious Cuban style) almost any time of day. Melba is a wonderful cook and can do dinners on the terrace by request. Breakfast of your choice is included. A/C was cold. Window coverings. Amazing views. Typical Cuban beds, so on the firm side. Good shower. We will be returning!

10/10 Excellent

HLDL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Casa exceptionnelle à La Havane, avec un service d’une grande qualité, l’accueil bienveillant et un appartement très bien aménagé. Je recommande vivement ! Je reviendrai !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sayo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
立地もよく、部屋もきれいでした。テラスでの朝食は眺めが良いし、朝食も内容充実で美味しかったです。観光のことなども気軽に相談でき、また深夜到着・夜中出発でしたが、事前連絡で送迎の手配などしてくださり、とても助かりました。御夫婦・娘さんがとにかく親切です。
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ich war zwei Mal bei Melba und
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un trésor caché dans la Havane

Un petit trésor ce logement. Vue sur les toits et sur la mer.Trés propre et tout douillet. Alberto et Melba méritent d'étre connus. Ils sont à vos petits soins. Ils sont toujours là pour vous conseiller et vous aider à trouver ce que vous cherchez. Melba peut vous faire la cuisine et ses langoustes sont un vrai délice. Les brochettes d'Alberto aussi. je recommande vivement .
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heribeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025