Find Historic Hotels in Havana

A trip to the historical places in Havana is probably at the top of your sightseeing list. Also explore all there is to see and do such as the jazz scene and monuments

In Havana, you’ll find 2360 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Havana is notable for landmarks like Hotel Nacional de Cuba, National Capitol Building, and Great Theatre of Havana. Cultural venues include Casa de la Musica de Centro, Museum of the Revolution, and Castillo de la Real Fuerza. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are José Martí Memorial and Paseo de Marti.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a building that has an official historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Havana, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the popular amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Havana, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.