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Casas particulares – homestays

Casas Particulares

A unique way to get to know the real Cuba: stay in one of these atmospheric and often historic family homes, offering a similar type of accommodation to a Bed & Breakfast.

The homestay concept in Cuba is not dissimilar to that of the bed and breakfast in the UK, except that generally all meals can be taken in the house. The hearty home-made food on offer can often represent the most attractive dining option in town.

But what really differentiates Cuban homestays is, of course, their unique character and the insight they offer into ordinary life in Cuba. Run by a family or couple, casas particulares are restricted to a small number of guest rooms, making the experience very much one of being a guest in a private home. The level of interaction can depend on the owners and of course the guests, but it is sure to offer a more intimate portrait of Cuba than a stay in an ordinary hotel.

The houses themselves can often be extremely charming, occupying historic buildings or bedecked with antique furniture (this being Cuba, it is kept for practical use rather than ornamentation!). Rooms are rudimentary but homely and comfortable with en suite facilities.

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What our clients say

  • "Basic but interesting and hosts very friendly and helpful. Initially finding the house was a bit complicated."

    JR, London Mar 2014
  • "Great location a minute's walk from Plaza Mayor and nice rooftop area to relax in the shade or sun. Excellent food served in main house across the road."

    PW, Norwich Jun 2015
  • Vinales Homesay - Basita's Houses: Basita and her husband Jose were more than welcoming and couldn't do enough to make us feel at home.  Delicious food cooked by Basita and…

    PG, London Dec 2016
  • "Vivian and Pablo made us feel welcome, and looked after us well. Yonelkis served us dinner and breakfast, and was a lovely and very friendly man. The location was superb."

    CB, Swindon Jun 2015
  • We loved this home stay- a beautiful 18th century aristocratic  house with beautiful antiques,chandlers and a lovely rooftop terrace.our host was charming and welcomed us with the best mojitos on…

    LVK, Sevenoaks Aug 2015
  • Vinales: Very simple but spotlessly clean and very helpful hosts who arranged riding tour for us.  Good cooking and great value food and drink- we bought our second dinner there.

    SP, Cirencester Feb 2015
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