Returned from 5 days in Cuba.
Accommodation:
Mid-range hotel near the action. $67/night.
Scene:
Better than expected. Excellent value.
Highlights:
GFE was next level.
Overall: 8.5/10 - Solid destination.
Happy to answer questions.
Returning to Cuba after 3 years
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23 Mar 2026 at 11:01
Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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I was there in March and prices were exactly as described.
Spent about $59/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
Spent about $59/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: the late night crowd is different.
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26 Mar 2026 at 10:55
Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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26 Mar 2026 at 11:28
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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26 Mar 2026 at 11:37
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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26 Mar 2026 at 13:32
Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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26 Mar 2026 at 21:53
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are actually lower than what's described here.
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27 Mar 2026 at 06:02
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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27 Mar 2026 at 09:04
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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27 Mar 2026 at 10:15
100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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27 Mar 2026 at 12:41
How does it compare to Czech Republic?
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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