This hotel is one of the great experiences of my trip to Cuba. The staff are friendly and accommodating, and they create atmosphere where everyone there becomes a small family,... read more guest and staff alike. The rooms are well kept and always clean, each with a little balcony offering a window to the the wonder that is Old Havana, one truly unique and authentic experience. Everything there is safe and secure, with staff admitting only guests into the building. The rooftop terrace is rustic and enjoyable, offering amazing views of the city.

  If you are looking for the perfect boutique hotel in the heart of old Havana, look no further! The staff is the best and available 24/7! They will... read more go beyond the extra mile to make you feel at home, show you where to find the hidden Havana gems, and arrange excursions, meals, and rides to get there. And their amazing breakfasts on the balconies are the perfect way to start each day. Bravo to Richard and the entire team at Hostal Balcones Muralla!!

  The coolest place in Havana - Great staff, great location and a really cool building from the 1800s full of old stuff. Best place to meet like minded travelers and grab a drink and hang... read more out. The staff were super helpful and recommended us great things to see and do in the local area. It is a 5min walk from everything that is worth seeing in the old town.

  Hostal Balcones Muralla is a wonderful and authentic place to stay in Old Havana. My room (‘Maurice & Carlos’) was beautiful and I loved the original tiles and sensitivity executed... read more renovations. The bar is fantastic, full of antiques and looking out onto Muralla and Aguacate. The breakfasts were the best food I had in Cuba. Every day you get bread, jam, coffee, fresh juice, an always beautiful vegetable dish, eggs cooked however you want, and even dessert! What makes this place so good is the owners and the staff who really care about what they do. Before I left for Cuba I was having WhatsApp chats with the owner who was advising me on how money works in Cuba (which is unique), getting to the hotel from the airport (they can arrange a taxi), and things I might want to do while I was there. The staff were all great and were very helpful in arranging transport for me around the country, advising on where to go and when, and even talking with me about the incredible history of Cuba and Havana. I was there over Xmas and New Year and on NYE they cooked a fantastic evening meal which we ate on the rooftop. The hostel is super central. You can easily get to anywhere in the old town by foot. Other sights and venues are a longer walk or a short taxi ride away. I would highly recommend... Hostal Balcones Muralla is a wonderful and authentic place to stay in Old Havana. My room (‘Maurice & Carlos’) was beautiful and I loved the original tiles and sensitivity executed renovations. The bar is fantastic, full of antiques and looking out onto Muralla and Aguacate. The breakfasts were the best food I had in Cuba. Every day you get bread, jam, coffee, fresh juice, an always beautiful vegetable dish, eggs cooked however you want, and even dessert! What makes this place so good is the owners and the staff who really care about what they do. Before I left for Cuba I was having WhatsApp chats with the owner who was advising me on how money works in Cuba (which is unique), getting to the hotel from the airport (they can arrange a taxi), and things I might want to do while I was there. The staff were all great and were very helpful in arranging transport for me around the country, advising on where to go and when, and even talking with me about the incredible history of Cuba and Havana. I was there over Xmas and New Year and on NYE they cooked a fantastic evening meal which we ate on the rooftop. The hostel is super central. You can easily get to anywhere in the old town by foot. Other sights and venues are a longer walk or a short taxi ride away. I would highly recommend and when I go back to Havana I will be staying here again. More