After reading some of the posts, I was a little unsure about staying here. But my only other option was the Hotel Victoria in the Vedado section which had some horrible reviews so I settled with this hotel. I was quite surprised at how clean this place was (for only $38 US it was great). I've stayed in some horrible dumps in London which were much more expensive than this hotel. For being located in a third world country this hotel is MUCH better than most of the places you'll find in London.
It has a free breakfast each morning which consisted of fried eggs, sausages, rice pudding, assorted breads, coffee and pineapple juices. It came with a room safe which you just have to ask at the front desk for the key. It had a new tv with more channels than I can find at home. The front desk people know English and everyone was quite friendly and easy to get a long with.
As for the 'Park View'. There is no park and there is no view. I took a photo from my window so you can look at the 'view'. Still, it worked out very well. It is located very close to the sea wall and is close to other hotels.
It also has a computer with internet in the lobby, however this wasn't working while I was there and had to walk to the Hotel Seville around the corner to use theirs.

I expected very little from this hotel, that is probably why I am so impressed with what I found.
The hotel is in an excellent position in Old Havana, just minutes walf from the Parque Central and The Prado, Old Havana is best seen on foot and is simply amazing
The rooms are fairly small, basic but clean and comfortable, the only problem is the bathroom floods when you shower.
The resteraunt on the top floor has excellent views of Havana and serves an acceptable buffet breakfast.
There is a friendly bar in the lobby which is open 24 hours and serves a mean cuba libra.
The best thing was the staff who are friendly and helpful but you do need to make the effort to talk to them first.
This was a very enjoyable stay and if I vistit Havana again this will be where I stay

My visit was during the recent 'Hurricane Dennis' and I came out of my stay with a very good impression of the hotel. A letter was left in my room on the day stating what I should do to stay safe. Following the advice I stayed in the room while windows were battered (and stayed safe) from the hurricane. While Havana was plunged into darkness very quickly the hotel's back-up generator kicked into action and I couldf carry on 'as normal'. The room was very tidy and well laid-out with a very well designed bathroom. I don't know what the other rooms are like but mine was a good size and had a lovely view of Havana Bay. It is well situated and the air conditioning offers a welcome relief from the heat of the city. Breakfast is basic but then so is most food in Havana. Having eaten a few times in more expensive hotels here I think this punches above its located weight. I recommend it especially considering its price bracket and excellent location.

Let''s face it, nothing in Havana is perfect, so this hotel could use freshening up and a new coat of paint, but otherwise, it is incredibly convenient, not expensive, and friendly. It's less than a block to the Prado and stores and many restaurants, both Cuban and tourist, a few blocks to the Capitolio/Parque Central area for theater, sidewalk cafes and Centro, and a walkable 10 minutes to the heart of Viejo and all the sights. So you don't need public transportation for most of your activities. My room had two small balconies, a bathtub, and great air conditioning. The chambermaids are friendly and charming - talk to them to learn lots of local stuff and tip well - they are honest and helpful. The included breakfast buffet has lightly fried eggs, sometimes also scrambled too, several potato types, bread, butter, rolls, etc plus fresh papaya, pina, and oranges. Juices and coffee/tea. The windows are open and you will see a fly or two, but they're ubiquitous everywhere in Havana and this 7th floor restaurant is clean. Dinners are great and cheap compared to other places ($5 dinner vs. $20 in a paladar), Tourist woman in the lobby Patricia couldn't speak better English and she is a great help for hiring drivers (get Raphael Hernandez, the nicest man in Havana)and for info on what to do. I made an international call and had clothes cleaned and pressed and this place made it all so simple. After a day of hot humid Havana and grinding poverty and jinteros, this place was home.