One-star guest house in the pedestrianised old town of Santa Cruz de la Palma, with rooms of various sizes, some with private bathrooms, and the beach nearby.
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Pension La Cubana is a 1-star guest house in the pedestrianised old town of Santa Cruz de la Palma, a 10-minute walk from the beach.
The property occupies a historic mansion and offers single, double and triple rooms, as well as a Junior Suite with a terrace. Some rooms overlook the pedestrian street or an inner courtyard and have a washbasin; several have a shared bathroom, while private-bathroom options are also available. The suite has two bedrooms, a seating area and a terrace, and can accommodate four people.
The shared lounge has a fridge and tea and coffee-making facilities, and free Wi-Fi is available. There is no private parking, although free public parking is 150 m away. The port and main bus station are a five-minute walk away, and the airport is 5 km away, around 10 minutes by bus or car. Its pedestrianised surroundings make it easy to walk to squares, cafés, restaurants and the town beach.
Pension La Cubana has six room types, from single rooms to a Junior Suite with a terrace. The single, double and triple categories accommodate one, two or three people and offer views of a pedestrian street, an inner courtyard or the garden. They range from 8 to 14 m², while the Double Room with Private Bathroom measures 25 m².
The Junior Suite is the largest option, at 40 m², with two bedrooms, a seating area, a bathroom and a terrace; it can accommodate up to four people. Bed configurations vary: there are single beds, a double bed or combinations of both. Some rooms have a shared bathroom, while others have a private one. In several categories, the upper floors are reached by stairs. You can choose between a simple space for one person, a family room or a suite with separate areas.
At 8 m², the Single Room is designed for one person and overlooks the inner courtyard or a pedestrian street. It has a washbasin and access to a shared bathroom with a hairdryer. Wooden or parquet flooring and a desk complete this simple room with a single bed.
This 10 m² room accommodates up to three people and offers a choice of a double bed or a single bed. It has a washbasin and overlooks the inner courtyard or a pedestrian street, with access to a shared bathroom. Compared with the Single Room, it accommodates more people and offers a double-bed option.
At 14 m², the Triple Room accommodates three people and has one single bed and one double bed. Its distinctive feature is its garden view, and it also has a wardrobe for your luggage. The room has wooden or parquet flooring and access to a shared bathroom.
This 25 m² room accommodates two people and stands out for its private bathroom with a shower, unlike the categories that use a shared bathroom. The double bed, wooden or parquet flooring and desk complete a separate space where you can relax and organise your belongings.
The Junior Suite with Terrace is the largest option, at 40 m², with space for four people. It has two bedrooms, a seating area and a bathroom with a shower. The terrace and views set it apart from the other categories, and its beds include one double bed and two single beds.
This room accommodates up to two people and has two single beds. Its layout lets you share the room without sleeping in the same bed. It differs from the Double Room by offering two single beds rather than a choice of a double or single bed.
Pension La Cubana offers free Wi-Fi and family rooms, as well as non-smoking options for those who prefer an indoor space free of tobacco smoke. The nearby beach and opportunities for hiking make it possible to combine walks around town with outdoor activities during your stay.
Practical services include daily housekeeping, luggage storage and car hire. Fax and photocopying services are also available, along with tourist information to help you plan visits around Santa Cruz de la Palma and its surroundings. The property has public bathrooms and a designated smoking area; smoking is not permitted elsewhere on the premises. These services cater to families and to those looking for a simple base from which to explore the city and island.
Pension La Cubana is on Calle O´Daily, in the pedestrianised old town of Santa Cruz de la Palma. The immediate surroundings include streets to explore on foot, squares, cafés and restaurants; Tasca La Cuatro is 30 m away. Nearby places include the Interpretation Centre of the Descent of the Virgin, 50 m away, Circo de Marte, 80 m away, and the Church of Santo Domingo, 100 m away. The Municipal Market is 280 m away, a good place to get a sense of daily life in the centre.
Santa Cruz de La Palma Beach is 50 m away; Playa de Bajamar is 1.2 km away and Playa de Los Cancajos is 3.1 km away. La Palma Airport is 5 km away, around 10 minutes by bus or car. The port and main bus station are a five-minute walk away. The Maritime Station is 480 m away and the Santa Cruz de La Palma Pier is 580 m away. The guest house has no private parking; free public parking is 150 m away.
To explore the city's heritage, you can add the Island Museum of Fine Arts, Natural Sciences and Ethnography, 670 m away, and the Castle of Santa Catalina, 730 m away, to your walk. The traditional balconies are 410 m away and Plaza de La Alameda is 770 m away. The town beach is close by for a break by the sea, while Bajamar and Los Cancajos offer more coastal options. La Palma's mild climate makes it pleasant to enjoy outdoor walks at different times of year.
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Travellers particularly appreciate its location in the old town and the staff's service. Cleanliness, comfort and facilities receive more mixed comments, while Wi-Fi is the least praised aspect in reviews.
Rates at Pension La Cubana vary depending on the season, room type and dates of your stay. You can check the latest rates for your dates.
La Palma Airport is 5 km from Pension La Cubana, and the journey takes around 10 minutes by bus or car. The main bus station and port are a five-minute walk away. The property has no private parking; free public parking is 150 m away and is not managed by the property.
A few metres from Pension La Cubana are the Interpretation Centre of the Descent of the Virgin, 50 m away, and Circo de Marte, 80 m away. The Church of Santo Domingo is 100 m away and the Municipal Market of Santa Cruz de La Palma is 280 m away. The town beach is 50 m away, with Bajamar 1.2 km away.
At Pension La Cubana, the Single Room, Double Room and Triple Room have a washbasin and access to a shared bathroom. The Double Room with Private Bathroom has a shower, while the Junior Suite with Terrace has its own bathroom; you can choose between categories with a shared bathroom and private options.
Yes, Pension La Cubana offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property. You can connect in both the common areas and the rooms during your stay, with no extra charge for the service.
Pension La Cubana has family rooms, and the Junior Suite with Terrace accommodates up to four people. The suite has two bedrooms, a seating area and a terrace; there are also triple rooms for groups of up to three guests.
Check-in at Pension La Cubana is from 15:00 to 23:30. The property asks you to let them know your expected arrival time in advance, either during the booking process or by contacting the property directly. Check-out is until 11:00.
Pension La Cubana has quiet hours from 22:00 to 08:00 and does not allow stag or hen parties or similar celebrations. These rules apply throughout your stay, so the property is not suitable for hosting events at night.
In rooms where this applies, the upper floors of Pension La Cubana are accessible only by stairs. The suite is also reached by stairs, so you need to walk up to reach these rooms.