A modern sanctuary within Old Havana.

Residencia Santa Clara is a highly individual, seven-room boutique hotel where modern architecture meets the historical charm of Cuba. We believe in serious hospitality, offering a space that feels like a sun-warmed, design-conscious Cuban home.

Built with recycled local materials and a commitment to practical design, our hotel provides an unusually personal service and honest value for the discerning traveler.

Residencia Santa Clara breakfast with eggs, fruit, cheese, bread, coffee, and fresh juice

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Why book direct

Clear value, flexible terms and personal support from your first search through your stay.

Real-time availability

See current room availability and rates before you book, with no waiting or guesswork.

Breakfast included

Start each morning with a freshly prepared breakfast, included in every stay.

Human assistance

Speak with our team directly for personal help before and during your stay.

Solar Energy

Solar and battery backup supports essential services during outages. Air conditioning may pause overnight; fans are provided.

From €50

From €50 for a boutique stay in Old Havana—exceptional value for a hotel of this character.

Free Cancellation*

Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival

A Glimpse of Residencia

A one-minute preview of Residencia Santa Clara.

Personal Scale

With only seven rooms, Residencia remains intimate, peaceful and closely connected to its guests.

Honest Materials

Recycled local materials give the hotel warmth, texture and a distinctly Cuban sense of place.

Quirky yet Practical

Bold architecture and inventive details create character, always with comfort and practical purpose in mind.

In Old Havana

Stay on Calle Santa Clara, surrounded by the architecture, streets and daily life of the historic centre.

Our Rooms

Tactile materials, quiet comfort, and deep rest.

Superior Plus room with original patterned tile, woven lounge chairs, and recycled-wood bathroom doors

Superior Plus

17 sqm • Ensuite • King bed • Private balcony

Superior room with a king bed, blue linens, handcrafted wood headboard, and Cuban wall mural

Superior

15 sqm • Ensuite • Super king or twins

Standard Plus room with a king bed, warm pendant lights, and locally crafted wood headboard

Standard Plus

Ensuite • Interconnecting option • King bed

Standard room showing the bed, patterned floor, handcrafted woodwork, and movable privacy screen

Standard

Ensuite • Interconnecting option • Queen bed

Compare our rooms

See the essential differences before exploring each room in detail.

Superior Plus

Size
17 sqm (excluding bathroom)
Bed options
Room 1: King (2m x 1.5m). Room 3: Super King (2m x 2m) or Two Singles (2m x 1m).
Location
Second and Third floor
View or defining feature
Street-facing private balcony

Superior

Size
15 sqm (excluding bathroom)
Bed options
Super King (2m x 2m) or Two Singles (2m x 1m).
Location
Second and Third floor
View or defining feature
Interior patio balcony

Standard Plus

Size
13 sqm (excluding bathroom)
Bed options
Super King (2m x 2m) or Two Singles (2m x 1m).
Location
Ground and First floor
View or defining feature
Room 6 can interconnect with Standard room

Standard

Size
9 sqm (excluding bathroom)
Bed options
Double/King-size (2m x 1.5m)
Location
Ground floor
View or defining feature
Room 7 can interconnect with Standard Plus room

Services & Amenities

24-hour reception
Daily room cleaning
Tours and transfers
Included breakfast
Bar & Restaurant
Complimentary lobby Wi-Fi
Residencia Santa Clara’s air-conditioned bar and restaurant with original murals, handcrafted furniture, and intimate seating

Awards & Mentions

Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice every year since opening

Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice every year since opening

National Geographic Traveller

National Geographic Traveller

Special Mention

Special Mention

Restaurant Guru

Restaurant Guru

In the Heart of Havana

Situated in the historic center, steps away from Cuba’s most vibrant streets, our doors open to the life of the city while maintaining a quiet interior sanctuary.

Stay a week and discover something different every day.

Walking times from our front door at Calle Santa Clara 13:

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1Museo del Ron Havana Club
2Plaza Vieja
3Plaza de San Francisco de Asís
4César Jazz Club
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Museo del Ron Havana Club
2 min0.16 km
Plaza Vieja
4 min0.34 km
Plaza de San Francisco de Asís
6 min0.43 km
César Jazz Club
9 min0.70 km
Plaza de Armas
10 min0.76 km
Palacio de los Capitanes Generales / Museo de la Ciudad
10 min0.82 km
Castillo de la Real Fuerza
12 min0.88 km
Museo de la Revolución
17 min1.44 km
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
18 min1.47 km
El Capitolio
19 min1.51 km
These are only a selection of the many interesting places within walking distance.

Frequently asked questions

Essential information to help you choose your room and plan your stay.

How many rooms does Residencia Santa Clara have?

Residencia Santa Clara is an intimate seven-room boutique hotel with four room categories: Superior Plus, Superior, Standard Plus, and Standard.

Do the rooms have private bathrooms and air conditioning?

Yes. Every room has an ensuite bathroom and air conditioning, along with hot and cold water, toiletries, bottled water, USB and US-style sockets, a hair dryer, and a small safe.

Is breakfast included?

Yes. Breakfast is included for hotel guests.

Is Wi-Fi available?

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the hotel lobby.

How do I check availability and book?

Use the Book Direct buttons on this website. Current availability, rates, reservations, and payments are securely handled through the hotel’s Octorate booking engine.

Where is the hotel?

The hotel is at Calle Santa Clara 13 in the historic centre of Old Havana, within walking distance of Plaza Vieja, Plaza de San Francisco de Asís, Plaza de Armas, and other landmarks.