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7) Casa Alexander and Margarita - Private Rooms: Calle 25 #806 entre B y C.
Cell 53(5)268 5506 [e-mail] [e-mail]
Be a guest in this massive colonial mansion! There are two very large (over 250
sq.ft), second floor rooms to rent, each with its own bathroom and fridge. The
rooms can be rented together or separately. The mansion has been completely
restored and is filled with artwork. Floors are covered in perfectly preserved,
marble tiles. No expense was spared in the restoration of this historic house.
There is a large terrace which is reserved exclusively for guests, as well as a
private living room area. Alexander lives on the far side of the mansion, so he of-
fers a lot of privacy to the guests, but is always available to answer questions or
give advice. The house is located in a quiet area, very close to downtown Vedado
and it is on the sunny side of the street, so the rooms will always feel bright and
airy. Guests receive the keys upon their arrival and can come and go as they
please. Alexander also has access to a vehicle and can offer city tours, taxi ser-
vices and economical transportation to the countryside or other Cuban provinces.
Some English is spoken. Landlord asks 30 CUC per night, per room.
8) Casa Luis: Calle 19 #356 entre G y H. Tel [phone], Cell 53(5)268 1703
A second floor room in a large, modernly decorated apartment. The room is ren-
ted with the keys, so guests can come and go in complete independence. There
is a large terrace in the front of the apartment, adjacent to the guest room. Inside
the room, there is a private fridge and kitchen area. The bedroom also has an en-
suite bathroom. In total, the room measures about 150 sq.ft and offers everything
to make your stay in Havana comfortable. The landlord, Luis, is always available
to give tips or to answer questions, but guests have complete privacy within their
own quarters. The room is located near the corner of Calle G (Ave. de Los Presid-
entes), very close to 23. Some English is spoken. Landlord asks 25 CUC per
night.
9) Casa Maribel: Calle B #712 entre 29 y Zapata. Tel [phone], Cell
53(5)315 3922 [e-mail]
Two large, first floor rooms for rent within a restored colonial mansion. Both rooms
are about 150 sq.ft and are equipped with televisions, air conditioners and fridges.
Guests have the use of a small outdoor terrace at the rear of the building and a
large yard and terrace in the front. Maribel is a charming older woman who re-
spects the privacy of her guests but is always available to answer questions or
give advice. The rooms in this house are modern and fully equipped, and are
priced very affordably, as the landlord prefers to have them rented as much as
possible. Make your reservation in advance, to ensure that these rooms are avail-
able. Landlord asks only 20 CUC per night, per room.