Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Havana
The 4 areas worth basing yourself in Havana, Cuba — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Habana Vieja (Old Havana).
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Top pick
Habana Vieja (Old Havana)
The UNESCO-listed colonial core — plazas, colonnades, live salsa, restored casas.
2.9 km from center
#2
Centro Habana
A crumbling, lived-in barrio between the Old Town and Vedado — real Havana at street level.
2.4 km from center
#3
Vedado
Mid-century Havana — the Malecón waterfront, hotel Nacional, ice-cream at Coppelia.
3.3 km from center
#4
Miramar
Leafy embassy district west of the harbor — quieter, upscale paladares, good sunset drives.
5.2 km from center
Getting around
Coco taxis (yellow eggs) and classic-car taxis for tourists; local buses are packed and confusing; walk Old Havana.
Bring cash — Cuban card networks rarely accept US or EU cards. ATMs work erratically. Booking taxis via your casa host is safest.