LA ROSA DE ORTEGA
CUBA
Havana had always been at the top of my destination list. What I had never imagined was that finding a nice place to stay in Havana could be so challenging. And it was!
An old car decorates the garden of this beautiful place
An old car decorates the garden of this beautiful place
An old Ford car decorates the beautiful garden
An old Ford car decorates the beautiful garden
That’s why when I finally stepped into La Rosa de Ortega I felt this overwhelming happy feeling!
Breakfast area in the beautiful garden
Breakfast area in the beautiful garden
La Rosa de Ortega is not part of any hotel chain. And it is not located in a multi-storey half abandoned building – you will find many of these in Havana!
Details of the rooms
Details of the rooms
Details of the rooms
Details of the rooms
Details of the rooms
Details of the rooms
On the contrary, it is a small family bed & breakfast business – or casa particular as it is known in Cuba. It is situated at a quiet neighbourhood called La Vibora – on the top of the hill overlooking the city centre.
Beautiful details of the garden area
Beautiful details of the garden area
The house, which combines elements of colonial and Cuban architecture, is surrounded by a beautiful green garden – a true oasis away from all the hassle.
The details of the house remind me an old movie set
The details of the house remind me an old movie set
Inside the old house there is a beautiful vibe of another era
Inside the old house there is a beautiful vibe of another era
All the rooms are really clean, simple and well looked after – something hard to find in Havana. Vintage everyday items give the place a retro feel and beautiful floor tiles add some extra warmth and colour to your Cuban experience.
The main living room
The main living room
The swimming pool might not be huge but it can easily become your favourite spot, especially after spending a few hours walking around Havana Vieja (Old Havana) on a hot sunny day.
The swimming pool area
The swimming pool area
Beautiful flowers in the garden
Beautiful flowers in the garden
Ultimately, La Rosa de Ortega is the perfect place to stay if you wish to avoid the super touristy city centre and get to know a different side of Havana!
At the terrace
At the terrace
Old objects add a touch of nostalgia
Old objects add a touch of nostalgia
If you end up staying there, have a look at all the different stuff decorating the hall and living room areas. Each corner is full of retro furniture and vintage household objects which might fascinate you and let you travel back in time! Find out more here.
Fresh fruits and fresh juice for breakfast
Fresh fruits and fresh juice for breakfast
The pet of the house
The pet of the house