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Hostal El Zafiro

2.5 star property
Experience the soothing sounds of waves nearby and unwind with your favorite book from our free newspapers collection.

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Courtyard
City view from property
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Lobby
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Basic Double or Twin Room

Basic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
San Carlos 3314, Entre Calle 33 y 35, Cienfuegos, Cienfuegos, 55100

What's nearby

  • El Bulevar - 2 min walk
  • Jose Marti Park - 3 min walk
  • Cienfuegos Cathedral - 3 min walk
  • Tomas Terry Theater - 4 min walk
  • Palacio de Valle - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café “San Carlos” (Rústiko) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Espanol - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Polinesio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Teatro Terry - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hostal El Zafiro

Guest house by the sea
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Hostal El Zafiro. Stay connected with WiFi in public areas (surcharge).
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in and coffee/tea in reception
  • Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services
Room features
All guest rooms at Hostal El Zafiro boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as safes and minibars.
Other amenities include:
  • Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Free infant beds, fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 2 per hour)

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Parking on site (USD 2 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 5 for adults and USD 3 to 5 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 5 for adults and USD 3 to 5 for children
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 2 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Self-parking fee: USD 2 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Hostal El Zafiro Guesthouse Cienfuegos
Hostal El Zafiro Guesthouse
Hostal El Zafiro Cienfuegos
Hostal El Zafiro Guesthouse
Hostal El Zafiro Cienfuegos
Hostal El Zafiro Guesthouse Cienfuegos

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostal El Zafiro pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hostal El Zafiro?

Self-parking is available for USD 2 per day.

What time is check-in at Hostal El Zafiro?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hostal El Zafiro?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Hostal El Zafiro provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Hostal El Zafiro located?

Located in the heart of Cienfuegos, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of El Bulevar, Jose Marti Park and Cienfuegos Cathedral. Tomas Terry Theater and Casa del Fundador are also within 5 minutes.

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Hostal El Zafiro Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

This was my second destination in Cuba after Havana. I got very relaxed with a warm welcome as I was so tired and sick of those people trying to rip you off in Havana. Finally I could take some rest here. Clean and cozy place. AC working very well. The host was very nice and willing to help with everything. You should definitely visit Palacio de Valle where she recommended for me. I guess only down side is that she cannot speak English.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Bonito establecimiento colonial con un patio muy agradable para desayunar, habitaciones limpias y cómodas , la situación muy buena y la atención por parte del personal estupenda. Muy recomendable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Parfait
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

très bien situé, mais chambre sans fenêtre extérieure. personnel accueillant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

This has to be one of the loveliest casas in Cuba. Victor and Elena are wonderful hosts, warm and friendly and very welcoming. They helped us to plan our days and organised trips and taxis for us, and the food is excellent - Elena even cooked me a special vegan meal. The rooms are clean and fresh. We couldn’t recommend it more highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

El Zafiro is a gem!
Hostal El Zafiro is a hidden gem in Cienfuegos, Cuba. The hosts, Helena and Victor are a wonderful couple who genuinely enjoy sharing their home and hospitality with their guests. Their professionalism is on display each day but more importantly their warmth and generous nature is apparent from the moment you enter the home. They clearly take pride in their business and offer lovely accommodations accented by personal touches. We enjoyed breakfast in their garden patio each morning which was lovingly prepared by Helena (always with a smile) and gallantly served by Victor. Ask them about the history of their home. They will proudly share it and point out how they have honored it throughout their renovations. We highly recommend spending some time with this sweet couple. Muchas gracias, Helena y Victor. Besos from Massachusetts!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

It was the best accomodation in Cuba!! Elena and Victor are wonderful and friendly. we had even a personal cook, the food and drinks were incredible tasty and the hotel was perfectly clean and located in the centre and near to everything. They showed us the map where to go and organize a trip for us. Thank you for everything and if we have opportunity we will come back for sure !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Alfreda

Liked: Staff & service
The place was good in general We had to pay for the breakfast, it was included in the reservation,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Ben.

My stay was very good, the owners of the Casa were very accommodating and they did every thing possible to make my stay an enjoyable one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fabien, London

Best place in Cuba
The best service and premises we have seen in 3 weeks in Cuba for a normal price. Would definitely go back! The owners are really lovely and sweet. I hugely recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Tout était parfait. La gentillesse de nos hôtes, leurs conseils, la chambre très calme et joliment décorée
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017