We arrived at Alberto's via his friend around the corner, who's guests had opted to extend their stay. Alberto arrived on his little scooter and we followed behind in our car to his lovely home.
He gave us directions to a fab little restaurant slighlty out of town, and also to the main square.
He suggested that we opt for secure parking, and again we followed the little scooter to an overnight facility. The rate was clearly signposted, and next morning we returned to pick up our car. I didn't get the impression that car theft is a huge problem but it was nice not to have to think about ( and cost very little).
Amneris was away when we there, but I would have been surprised if she could have prepared a better breakfast. After a good night's sleep, lovely breakfast and directions to Che's old stomping ground we headed off.
Before we hit the road for Havana we popped back to Alberto's to use the loo, which he was happy for us to do. Both rooms were already prepared for the next lucky guests.
Comfy beds - yes
Hot water - yes
En suite - yes
Spotless accommodation - yes
Excellent breakfast - yes
English speaking - no
Calle (EP Morales) Sindico # 60, between Villuadas and Juan Bruno Zayas
Tel - 53 (42) 203 270
I loved this casa particular. We were only there for two nights but it was clean, comfy and incredibly welcoming. My Spanish is not great, and my friend's was not existent. It didn't matter, Clara and Roberto were by far and away the most accomodating hosts I came across in Cuba.
Comfy beds - yes
Hot water - yes
En suite - yes
Spotless accommodation - yes
Really good food - yes
English Speaking - no (but the neighbours daughter and son-in-law do)
Joaquín Pérez 23, Viñales, Pinar del Rio
(5348) 696787
www.mycasaparticular.com/es/propiedad/detalle.php?id=23
Google map: tinyurl.com/35jk722
20-25 CUC
Tel - 53 (48) 696 787
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