Absolutely amazing stay at this gem in Old Havana. Through an unsuspecting brown door at street level you are guided up to a beautiful restaurant and terrace where the hosts... read more will give you the lay of the land. Our room was so charming and the bed comfortable. The location is spot on and walking distance to all the sights. This place oozes character and charm and gave us such a more memorable experience than a normal hotel. The breakfast is abundant and fresh everyday and we looked forward to it every morning, sitting on the terrace watching the daily life zoom past below. Despite its location in the heart of Old Havana, in the night it was quiet and peaceful. The only small negative is a slight smell from the plumbing but when you are staying in older renovated buildings such as this it is normal, and didn’t bother us.
What makes this place extra special is the wonderful people who work there, like Chris who helped organize everything and made us feel so comfortable

  I’ve stayed 2 nights in the Josephina room. It’s a very lovely hostal, perfectly located in La Habana Vieja. The people there were so lovely, and the breakfast was perfectly... read more cooked by Juana.
Thanks a lot!

  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.

  Very friendly - Hostal Balcones Muralla was my first stop on my first trip to Cuba and, unfortunately due to flight delays, I did not arrive until after 2:00 a.m., but that was... read more no problem. Staff were there to greet me enthusiastically. The room was simple, but good. It was a noisy area, but it is in old Havana. What should I expect. The staff were very helpful, but with one staff a bit too much. Overall, if you want noisy, vibrant, busy old Havana, I would recommend it.