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El Candil Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury Havana hotel in El Vedado with free breakfast
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Front of property - evening/night
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Family Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ensuite

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
The price is NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Calle 2 No 457 e/19 y 21, Vedado, Havana, 10400
  • John Lennon Park
    5 min walk
  • Revolution Square
    16 min walk
  • Malecón
    18 min walk
  • Havana (HAV-Jose Marti Intl.)
    29 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ensuite

Family Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Havana

A luxury stay in the heart of Havana awaits you at El Candil Boutique Hotel. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find Museo de Artes Decorativas and Revolution Square. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 5-property class El Vedado hotel include Coppelia Havana and Fábrica de Arte Cubano.

What's nearby

  • Revolution Square - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fábrica de Arte Cubano - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • University of Havana - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hotel Capri - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hotel Nacional de Cuba - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Isla De La Pasta - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Retro Cafe Habana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Vampirito - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Universe Burger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Belview ArtCafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

El Candil Boutique Hotel

Luxury Havana hotel in El Vedado with free breakfast
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury El Candil Boutique Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Havana hotel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1920
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
El Candil Boutique Hotel offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with MP3 docking stations and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1920
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

El Candil Boutique Hotel Havana
El Candil Boutique Havana
El Candil Boutique
El Candil Boutique Hotel Hotel
El Candil Boutique Hotel Havana
El Candil Boutique Hotel Hotel Havana

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Candil Boutique Hotel?

El Candil Boutique Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at El Candil Boutique Hotel?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Candil Boutique Hotel on 6 Dec 2024 start from NZ$243.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at El Candil Boutique Hotel?

Yep, El Candil Boutique Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to El Candil Boutique Hotel?

The closest beach to El Candil Boutique Hotel is El Salado Beach (18.8 km).

What makes El Candil Boutique Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at El Candil Boutique Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at El Candil Boutique Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does El Candil Boutique Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Candil Boutique Hotel?

No, El Candil Boutique Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Candil Boutique Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Candil Boutique Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at El Candil Boutique Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

El Candil Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 233 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 233 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El Candil is a really special place. The staff are wonderful, professional people, and look out for you. The property is pristine, comfortable, and (important for me) quiet. The restaurant serves really good food and you are within walking distance of tasty paladares. If you want to go into Havana, taxis are just a call away. The staff are linked up to a great network of tour guides who can take you wherever. I had such a great stay and will absolutely come back. Thank you, gracias to the brilliant team of people at El Candil.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam Cem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAMES, Huntington Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yanxtey went above and beyond with her excellent costumer service, honestly all the staff was great and wonderful. The hotel was very clean and the room was big and nice . The only downside is the internet which is really bad , so basically no internt at my room I had to go in certain area at the lobby to get some signal . The hotel is away from only havan like 10 miuntes drive. Definitely I will be back if they work on the internet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service
The staff at El Candil were very welcoming and could t have been more helpful from the moment I booked my stay to the moment I left. I would highly recommend this hotel for a stay in Havana
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sublimely extravagant boutique hotel. We have stayed in many luxury hotels and few boutique hotels and El Candil is by far the most amazing experience (yes it's not a stay it's an experience) we have ever had the pleasure of. The staff are all so friendly and welcoming and there is nothing they won't do for you. Arranging tours, transfers and great advice. Attention to detail is in every aspect of your experience. We were treated to a roof top terrace with only one other guest. A barman/server and two chefs! We felt like Royalty. Fresh cocktails made to order and beautiful food made fresh to order whilst soaking up the relaxing atmosphere of the private (for guest) roof terrace. The room is beautifully decorated,again with attention to detail in everything. The bed, bedding and pillow are sumptuous. We can't recommend El Candil enough our only regret was not booking this hotel for our entire stay in Havana. We will definitely be back and cannot recommend the hotel and it's staff enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, McAllen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The whole staff felt like family. The breakfast was unreal!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is about 10 minutes by taxi out of the old Havana area, it felt safe and welcoming the minute you arrived. Yanetxy and Rosebel were most helpful and accommodating at this beautiful boutique hotel. We were given suggestions were to eat and how to stay safe while touring around Havana. They were instrumental in arranging our vintage car tour of Havana which was incredible! There is a roof top bar and a restaurant that serves amazing food. Definitely will stay here again when we come back to Cuba!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Enrico

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a five star plus boutique hotel! The staff is beyond helpful! The best hotel I have every stayed in!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Houcine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a nice location. Excellent service especially Yanetxy who was always ready to help. Would stay there again in a heart beat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ediz

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent on all Levels, Great and Beautiful place. Excellent food as well, ama,ing chef and very quiet location. My one and only complain which is very minor is that i was charged $3.00 (us) for a very, very, very small cup of coffee and it was even half full!!! I thought it was absurd. But over all experience was Excellent. Would definitely recommend and would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

agata

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A real gem!
This hotel is beautiful, clean and comfortable. The staff are so lovely and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay here and would recommend to anyone looking for a quiet stay in a special place with genuine staff. We stayed here with a toddler and it was great could he could play in the courtyard as we were on the ground floor suite. We were even able to rent a stroller which meant one less thing to travel with. The food was also really good. We loved our stay here and would go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is unbelievable! Friendly, resourceful and made things so easy. Thank you for an incredible stay in Cuba!

10/10 Excellent

Duc Trang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this privately owned hotel! The staff was super friendly and recommended places to eat and stuff to do. It was the main reason why I booked this spot. They were easy to get ahold of, made sure we had a ride to and from the airport and anything we did! Definitely would stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Ommar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Stay
I had the most delightful experience during my stay at El Candil Hotel. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with warm smiles and a genuine sense of hospitality. The hotel itself exuded charm and elegance, with its beautifully decorated rooms and tasteful furnishings. One of the highlights of my stay was the impeccable service provided by the staff. They were attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure that I had a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Whether it was recommending local attractions or arranging transportation, they were always ready to assist and make my experience memorable. The room I stayed in was spacious, clean, and well-appointed. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep. I also appreciated the attention to detail in the room's design, with thoughtful touches such as fresh flowers and a complimentary bottle of water. The hotel's amenities were equally impressive. The breakfast spread was delicious, offering a variety of options to suit different tastes. The on-site restaurant served exceptional cuisine, with a menu that showcased both local and international flavors. I also made use of the fitness center and spa facilities, which were well-maintained and provided a relaxing environment. El Candil Hotel's location was ideal for exploring the surrounding area. It was conveniently situated near popular attractions, allowing me to easily venture out and discover the beauty of the destination.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jovica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very professional and kind staff.... I'll recommend to everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Svitlana

It will be wonderful if there were dinners at late hours
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sasha-Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I traveled together to Cuba for three clear days. The experience was truly amazing! The staff at El Candid is so efficient and helpful! Their suggestions for the best vacation experience were excellent from the restaurants to the tours. All our needs were met and exceeded all our expectations! The staff planned a classic car tour for us for my birthday! We had such a thoughtful and knowledgeable driver who ensured that we had a good time. They also surprised me on the morning and evening of my birthday ☺️☺️. Thanks guys! The rooms and surrounding areas are clean, the staff (every single person) very friendly and helpful, the breakfast was consistent each morning, the taxi drivers were friendly and on time. We’d recommend this hotel to everyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023