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Rolando’s Backpacker proudly claims on its sign that it was the first backpackers’ dorm in Havana ten years ago. You can be sure that things are well organized here; whatever you may want as a backpacker, Rolando’s will be able to sort it for you.

Located among a group of backpacker hostels, just a fifteen-minute walk from the center, it is well situated in a local Cuban neighbourhood, with local eateries and bars within a five-minute walk.

There are three dorms here of five or six beds and all have small lockers for backpackers’ belongings. You will need your own padlock for these, though. The mattresses are ok and the bunks are of the sturdy wooden type, with ladders for the top bunks. There is a handful of power points scattered around the dorms, though not conveniently so for all the beds. A couple of the dorms are en suite, but some of the sinks were blocked when we stayed and the showers didn’t work properly. There is only cold water here, too. The dorms have a wall-mounted fan and air conditioning.

There is a sitting room with a dining table and chairs and a couple of sofas, plus two rocking chairs on the landing just before you enter the sitting room. There is also a flat-screen TV. The sitting room leads into the kitchen, but this is off limits to guests, as the hostel provides a meal service at extra cost. In fact, no food from outside is allowed in the hostel. Guests can put drinks in the fridge, however.

This is quite a professionally presented hostel as you would expect with the length of time it has been open. The Rolando’s Backpacker logo is prominent all over the hostel, but there is a lack of detail in the care of the place though, which is disappointing. Blocked sinks, leaky or faulty showers, and strict rules on the bringing in of food don’t suggest a relaxed backpacker vibe.

The owner is very knowledgeable about Havana and Cuba, and onward transport can be booked here. The prices for this service are, however, more than all the other hostels in this area, so check before booking. There is a Wi-Fi hot spot a ten-minute walk away in the nearest local park, where you can also buy the internet card you need to access it at a kiosk in the corner of the park.

4worldlovers:
As a young couple we truly believe in the lyrics of our favourite song “En Todas Partes” from the CD Habana Blues. Some of these lyrics are painted on our artistic wall in many different languages. Although we’re a hostel, we’re a family too and want to keep it that way. So, we always do that bit more to make you feel at home, make sure you enjoy your time with us as part of our family and help you with your travel plans on the island.


Are you ready to have a completely different experience of Cuba? We look forward to meeting you soon and helping you with anything you might need or just want to know.


Damas Street 709 between Luz & Acosta streets, is just five blocks away from Plaza Vieja in the old Havana, being then an ideal base to explore all the colonial and cultural gems in the area. Mango Hostel is also a 10-minute walk from the Capitolio, making it really easy to go about anywhere around in the City on a low budget. Next to the Capitol there is the Parque de la Fraternidad, the place where many public buses start their route or make a stop.​


We offer details of how to get to Hostel Mango from: Capitolio, Airport, bus and train stations.

Many travellers download the maps.me app and the map of Cuba in their smartphone before travelling. Upon arrival they guide themselves offline and arrive at the hostel quite well with it. ​The app is very informative and practical so we highly recommend it.

At Mango Hostel in Habana Vieja, we are committed to offer you a great, budget option for your stay in the historic centre of Havana City, UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site​. Our dorm hostel is located on the ground floor and is aimed to all backpackers, travellers, students, volunteers, nomads, etc… Well, about anyone who wants to have a great time, meet nice people, find tons of local information, benefit from clean, comfortable accommodation with great services.

There are 3 dorms in the hostel (3 single beds in each room) and 1 private room with a double bed and a bunk bed (4 people max).

If you leave and come back, we keep on adding up your total of nights and apply the discount retroactively.

The first dorm is located on the 1st floor, equipped with 3 single beds and a bathroom. A large window and fans ensure enough fresh air and light. Both 110 and 220 volts plugs are available inside the room.

The second dorm is equipped with 3 single beds and an ensuite bathroom. Three fans and two windows ensure enough ventilation. Both 110 and 220 volts plugs are available inside the room.

The third dorm is equipped with 3 single beds and an ensuite bathroom. Three fans and three windows ensure enough ventilation. Both 110 and 220 volts plugs are available inside the room.

20 euros per night for 1 or 2 people, 30 for three people and 4 for four people

The private room is located on the 2nd floor, with a double bed, a bunk bed and an ensuite bathroom. 4 fans and two windows ensure enough ventilation. Both 110 and 220 volts plugs are available inside the room.

Our living room on the ground floor has couches and rocking chairs. There’s also a top terrace connected to the dining room where we offer the include breakfast and you can prepare and eat your own meals. You’ll also enjoy the terrace where you can relax, read, socialise, chill out…

Laundry: 2 euros for a partial load, 4 euros for a full load (we do everything for you - wash, dry, fold!)​

Weekly cultural events agenda in Habana Vieja, the whole city and country

If you wish to save time and not have to wait in line at the money exchange booth (CADECA) at the airport/your place of arrival, we can pay your taxi fare in advance and add it to your accommodation bill.