Casa Rolando y Magaly

Living in Rolando's casa is a real experience. We can watch the local people walking and doing business on the balcony. Rolando gives us a very clear introduction of Cuba. His mother is a great host, too (though she doesn't speak English). It is a bit far away from the sights in Centro, but it's cheap and fun to take a bici-taxi ride.   — Yee Man Lo (2011-08-24) Hostelbookers

Rolando and his family are really friendly. The place is perfect, and Rolando's tips for a safe trip to Cuba are useful and appreciated. As for the location, it's the best place to see the real Havana, and it's a 10 minutes to the old town and Vedado.   — vincent carrière marleau (2011-08-20) Hostelbookers

I liked the friendly family atmosphere and people that are always incredibly eager to help with any issue you may have.   — Kyle Linahan (2011-08-17) Hostelbookers

Very friendly people who helped and informed us a lot! I would definitely go there again! It is a great place to start your journey here! We even ended it with one last night ni Havanna and we could leave our bags there all day and even use the private shower. Thank you Rolando, Magaly and the charming mother of Rolando!   — Anna Rothman (2011-08-08) Hostelbookers

I just want to thank the owner of the house for the quality of stay I had at Rolando y Magaly...very friendly,polite and clean!!! I've only stayed there for 3 nights and I would do it again when I travel to Havana...I recommend this accommodation 100% I loved it... Lilian P.   — lilian puscas (2011-08-02) Hostelbookers

We enjoyed our stay at Rolando and Magaly’s house. The introduction to habana that Rolando gave us was excellent. Rolando’s family was helpful and very friendly. We felt like we were in our own house and were pleasantly surprised how secure we felt in the house and surrounding location. The placed offered everything we were looking for, that is, privacy, cleanliness, quietness, and a comfortable room with A/C. We would and hopefully will stay there again and will recommend friends and family to stay there. Jason and Agustina   — Agustina Hansen (2011-07-31) Hostelbookers

Hi you travellers! Me and my three freinds (all girls) had the most beautiful time in Cuba and Havanna! Rolandos place is the best to stay!!! Rolando gives you the best advices and hints. He knows some of the best casa paticulares around Cuba and provides help no matter what you need! Me and my girls just loved it! And his mother cooking us breakfast every morning was so sweet, too! Have fun you guys :)   — Sarah Gottschalk (2011-07-23) Hostelbookers

The casa is in a very central place in Havana (old Havana). It locates at 10 minutes walking distance to the Parque de Centrale (central park) and the Havana University. The place and the service is great value for the money, especially compared to the food and facilities outside. The room is in a safe apartment and has an air-conditioning, a large bed for two, linens, a closet and large bathroom. The landlord, Mr. Rolando, is a very gentle man. He not only provides a great service, but also provides local guidance like information about Cuba, local facilities in Havana, to do's and not to do's. There is also a kitchen in the house and you may request breakfast and dinner. Prices are reasonable. Mr. Rolando's mother takes care of the kitchen and the food service. She is a very nice and noble woman. You will enjoy chatting her. She always smiles. I don't speak Spanish at all, and my wife speaks a bit but we got along with her as if we both speak fluent Spanish. We will never forget her. The bottom line is Casa Rolando y Magaly is a very good place to stay if you look for a local place, want to be with Cubans around and want to live the everyday life in Cuba. We strongly recommend this place.   — Berna Burcak Basbug Erkan (2011-07-16) Hostelbookers

I loved the location in Habana Centro well away from the tourist area. it was an insight into the real Cuba. Rolando speaks fluent English and gives a brilliant introduction to Cuba, facts, information, advice on safety and how to behave. He was waiting in the street for our taxi when we arrived from the airport at night in the dark....very reassuring and helpful. I loved the faded colonial sitting room, the small balcony overlooking the street where you could see all the local life going on. I liked Rolando's mother who looked after us, a very sweet and gentle lady and who brewed the best coffee in Cuba and provided us with a good breakfast. Rolando couldn't have been more charming and helpful.   — Jennifer Scolding (2011-07-06) Hostelbookers

The owner and his family is extraordinary friendly, honest and helpful.   — Dana Rudolph (2011-07-03) Hostelbookers

Everything. Rolando's family is amazing. Very friendly and always trying to help you. Me and my partner have had and amazing time with them. We really felt like we were at home.   — Andreia Guilherme (2011-07-02) Hostelbookers

what's not to like?   — Chee Foo (2011-06-07) Hostelbookers

The people running it were wonderful, so friendly and helpful. gave us loads of information and were really interesting to talk to. Really made us feel at home.   — Karen MacRandal (2011-06-01) Hostelbookers

Excellent hosts, very helpful and welcoming   — Richard Brown (2011-05-12) Hostelbookers

Really the most fantastic way to start your Cuba holiday! Rolando and Magaly are truly the perfect hosts. You get fantastic service and good advice to the rest of the stay i Cuba. Take the advice about Vinales! GO THERE!   — Hakan Hedberg-Hidalgo (2011-05-09) Hostelbookers

Great location, Rolando and his wife Magaly and children so friendly and helpful. They are great company and very hospitable. We really enjoyed our stay with them, and would go again! Gave us great tips on staying safe in havana - Rolando's 4 rules! Me and my husband would say avoid the hotels and stay here, because you get 5* treatment and the food is amazing too, Magaly will feed you well! We had a great time! Close to all the tourist spots, watch havana go by.   — Sonal Avda (2011-05-09) Hostelbookers

The grandmother   — Sam Ross (2011-05-07) Hostelbookers

Rolando and his family were fantastic! He was so helpful and insightful with a lot of Havana/Cuba tips! The location was perfect, and easy walking distance to old havana and other areas of Havana. One of the nights during our stay we decided to eat at the house and what a fab choice that was! the food was amazing!!! the lobster was outstanding!!!. I would thoroughly recommend staying with the family!! We loved staying here with the family! eveything was soo easy! Mel, B, Megs and Ash   — Mel Winder (2011-05-04) Hostelbookers

Really helpful staff who gave me lots of advice on places in Havana. Nice food and a good location. Highly recommended   — paul housden (2011-04-29) Hostelbookers

Rolando was very friendly and honest to all our questions.   — Benjamin Weber (2011-04-28) Hostelbookers