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La Casa de Ana
17 #1422 - entre 26 y 28- | Apt. Bajo. El Vedado, Havana 10400, Cuba
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Your new family in Havana

La Casa de Ana

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5 of 5 stars
ChrisFromToronto 1 contribution
Toronto
Dec 6, 2007 | Trip type: Solo travel
2/2 found this review helpful

Was not sure what to expect from Casa Ana, even though it has great reviews on this site. Let me tell you, the great reviews are ALL correct. Ana and Pepe and their family and staff are all very friendly and happy, and completely welcoming in every way you could ask. Ana speaks brilliant English, and her genuine care and concern for everyone staying in her house is so valuable in a country where most people are very nice, but they don't care if you come or go. The house itself is kept impeccably clean by Ana and her staff and they do a better job than any hotel I've ever seen in Cuba. Food was great, breakfast was always delicious, and Pepe even made us sandwiches on night at 1am because we came home hungry. Their house is bright and beautiful and there's AirCon but you won't need it since there's always a nice breeze. Security was never a concern for me (and I was travelling with about $5000 in camera equipment) because the house is set up like a fortress (even though you never feel walled in at all). They have someone who stays awake in the front of the house the whole night, and there is always someone you know and trust home watching over your belongings during the day.

Pepe also speaks great English, is a fantastic dancer (ladies beware!!), knows all the best places to do things in and around Havana and can to book them for you on pretty short notice, he's knowledgeable about Havana itself, he knows the city like the back of his hand. He was looking through my digital camera and telling me what street certain random homes I had taken pictures of were on - they were just normal homes and he knew exactly where they all were! I wish I had the chance to go on a tour of Old Havana with Pepe, if you get the opportunity to go with him, take it. I will be returning to do a tour with him.

Cuba is a great country and Havana is an intense beautiful city, but I do not think my vacation would have been as good as it turned out to be if I had stayed somewhere else - so do yourself a favour and stay with Ana and Pepe. You'll be planning your return trip within 3 days of your arrival there...

  • Liked — The hosts were caring, and knowlegable.
  • Disliked — The worst part was having to go home at the end of my stay!
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay December 2007
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Traveled with Solo traveler
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since December 03, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine, Concerts / Music festival
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Great Pick

La Casa de Ana

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5 of 5 stars
Hart79 1 contribution
New York
Nov 26, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

My boyfriend and I just returned from a stay with Ana and Pepe. Even before we arrived, Ana took care of us. She answered questions and was available via email at all times and her answers were promt. Ana and Pepe welcomed us into their home like family. They were very helpful with things to do in Cuba, where to eat, nightlife, day trips from Havana. Their English is great. We had a wonderful experience. Highly recommended.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay November 2007
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since February 09, 2005
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Great pool scene
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A perfect place in Habana

La Casa de Ana

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5 of 5 stars
ViolaK 1 contribution
Hungary
Nov 23, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

While improving my spanish knowledge in Havanna, Cuba I stayed at the casa of Ana and Pepe! This casa was recommended to me by a friend and I was no disappointed at all. I enjoyed my two weeks there very much! It was like being at home. Ana and Pepe helped me a lot to get by !!!

Not only their nice attitude but I really liked my room too and the breakfast I got there every morning! And of course their Mojito. :)

The casa is at a safe area and is close to everything that is to be seen in Havanna! I walked a lot even at night and did not have bad feelings around.

Good price, good accomodation! Great place to stay when one is in Habana!

  • Date of stay November 2007
  • Member since November 23, 2007
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Our new family in Cuba

La Casa de Ana

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5 of 5 stars
AnneAndAnthony 1 contribution
Brisbane, Australia
Nov 11, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
4/4 found this review helpful

I chose to stay at Ana y Pepe's place based on reviews I found on the internet. My husband and I were not disappointed. It was a most wonderful experience and we truly felt like we were treated like family!

Both Ana and Pepe are wonderfully and genuinely warm hosts. Pepe met us at the airport which was great (he had to wait for our delayed flight but he was fine about it). Our room was huge and spotelessly clean. We didn't use the AC because the weather was cool enough for us and the fan was sufficient. The fridge was full of all sorts of cool drinks. Our room was cleaned daily, with fresh towels and sheets every few days. Better service than in some 'top class' hotels we've stayed at. Having access to the internet was a bonus too.

While the Casa is away from most tourist spots, it was no problem as it was only a short and cheap ride by taxi to those places. Being at the end of a street was definitely a bonus as it was much quieter. We also found it very safe to walk around if you didn't feel like taking a taxi.

Pepe was so helpful in organising taxis, finding us private car hires,
making numerous calls etc. Nothing was ever any trouble for either him
or Ana. We had a wonderfully cooked dinner one evening. And I am so grateful for Ana's delicious mashed potato which she prepared for me once I recovered from being under the weather one day.

It was very hard to say goodbye to Ana and Pepe when we left after spending 6 nights at their place. We hope we see them again sometime.
We would highly recommend staying at Ana and Pepe's to anyone planning
a trip to Havana.

Ana and Pepe, thank you again so much!

  • Liked — The hosts
  • Disliked — Nothing
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay October 2007
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since November 11, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Great pool scene
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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Home away from home

La Casa de Ana

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5 of 5 stars
CathieH 1 contribution
London
Nov 7, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
2/2 found this review helpful

La Casa de Ana was the perfect place to stay in Havana; located in the lovely area of El Vedado (a short taxi ride from Old Havana). Everything about the casa was fantastic, especially hosts Ana & Pepe. They were incredibly welcoming and were a wealth of information about both Havana and Cuba in general. Ana & Pepe were always willing to help, whether it was sorting out onward bus tickets and accommodation in other areas of Cuba, or helping us translate from English to Spanish in order to buy a painting!! Their service certainly went above-and-beyond what we expected and was very much appreciated.

Ana y Pepe, muchas gracias para todo

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay October 2007
  • Visit was for Hobbies / interest / culture
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since November 07, 2007
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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17 #1422 - entre 26 y 28- | Apt. Bajo. El Vedado, Havana 10400, Cuba