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El Candil Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
Colonial hotel with free breakfast and rooftop terrace

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

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May

Explore the area

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Calle 2 No 457 e/19 y 21, Vedado, Havana, 10400
  • Fábrica de Arte Cubano
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • University of Havana
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hotel Nacional de Cuba
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Malecón - 18 min walk - 1.6 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

Colonial hotel with free breakfast and rooftop terrace
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, bathrobes, 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

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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

Things to do

  • Bicycles

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

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
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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 1 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Candil Boutique Hotel on 1 May 2025 start from AU$247.51, 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. 225 out of 248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 248 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

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at the El Candil hotel in Havana. The hotel is spotlessly clean, wonderfully decorated and the staff are super friendly and helpful. Reception and general help by Rosabel & Guiomar is priceless, backed up by Nestor at night, all brilliant guys. The rest of the staff are also lovely, helpful and attentive too. Roof top bar is serves great food and drinks, bar and food staff again - super. All in all we would thoroughly recommend the hotel as your Havana base. David & Alison from London
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bekhbat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and wonderful people
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay in this beautiful spotless hotel. However what made it was the staff- so friendly, helpful and hospitable. From the moment we arrived with transfer from the airport to advice on beautiful restaurants, making reservations and providing advice on where to visit in the city. It was my birthday the day after we checked out however I arrived at breakfast to balloons and a cake on the table. Highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was almost perfect, the location in the middle of Vedado is great, the hotels itself has a special style and atmosphere from old days of Havana that transports you years in the past. The staff was helpful and accommodating (we asked for a late checkout). The room was clean and well decorated. The only issue was the lack of WiFi signal in our room, to get some signal we had to stick by the reception. If I can suggest anything, it would be to get a better coverage inside the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredible. Very helpful concierge that was ready to provide for all your needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Tegan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is difficult to review after receiving service that was nothing short of friendly, attentive and extremely helpful, however, pushing a premium price of $170 per night for a room when not all amenities are available, is cheeky. The hotel could’ve lowered the price considering the advertised pool had no water in it and the wifi didn’t reach our room. The room was situated between an outdoor walkway, leaving very little room for privacy when the blinds were open. The furniture is beautiful and a statement piece but upon closer inspection, the finishes are quite cheap. The above made this stay extremely difficult to justify the price for value received. The team was incredible, so it’s really not the service that lacks but more the quality of the establishment.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing stay at El Candil Boutique Hotel! The room was exceptionally spacious and spotless, offering a comfortable and luxurious feel. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making our entire stay even more enjoyable. The food and drinks were excellent, and the fact that they accept card payments made everything so convenient. I would highly recommend staying at this 5-star boutique hotel to anyone looking for a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rory

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location. Clean neat and tidy. Bfast perfecto
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful restored mansion. The main problem was the bed - it was absolutely awful. I struggled for 2 days to sleep properly. The staff, Yanexy and Rosabel found a way to make it more comfortable. The wifi was terrible here. They need to fix it. Otherwise everything else was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John-Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelentisimo lugar para quedarse, el personal super atento, muy limpio, desayuno divino, super recomendado!! Si van a la habana es el lugar indicado para quedarse!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia, SAINT CLOUD

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience at El Candil, beautiful property and very clean. Yanetxi and Rosabel were extremely helpful to arrange transportation, tours to explore the city and to provide us with tips on things to do or things to avoid. The food was very good comparing to what is available around the area. We definitely recommend El Candil as we enjoyed our stay with them.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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