casa particular simplement parfait!

Tout simplement excellent! Un superbe jardin dans une cours intérieur. Des gens courtois et sympathiques. Pour souper, il est possible d'avoir du homard et croyez-moi ça vaut le coût! Nous avons été reçu comme dans un cinq étoile. La table dans le jardin avec de la musique d'ambiance, c'était digne d'un film! Tout simplement parfait!

François
Canada

Great, beautiful guesthouse

This casa is very close to the Parque Vidal, the main square in Santa Clara. The town is quite busy but depite its proximity this casa is extremely quiet. Carlos and Carmen were very obliging hosts, arranging for a taxi to be waiting for us at the bus station and ready with a cup of coffee on arrival.

The house is excellent with a lovely courtyard area where you can sit out and have your meals. Would recommend this - food is plentiful and very nice with a great choice offered. It worked out about 72 cuc per night for dinner (including wine) , bed and breakfast for two of us. Carlos is always around and would be willing to assist with just about anything. Rooms are very comfortable with best shower in Cuba. Would like to have taken this with us! Highly recommended.

Apart from the Che monument, I'd recommend a visit to the Fabrica de Tabacos Costantino Perez Carrodegua (tobacco factory) where you can get a fascinating tour of the cigar factory where the workers hand roll the products whilst a guy at the front of the room reads them the newspaper.

Stuart-Charlotte

Manchester, England

The best lodging in Cuba. Great food and charming hosts

Enchanting. We were only going to stay there 2 nights (due to limited interests in Santa Clara) but stayed for 3 as it was so lovely. Great food and charming hosts.
Beautiful room with a lovely private bathroom. Very quiet.
The food was great whatever you want whenever you want). Loved the banana crisps and the fresh juice in the morning.
Carlos was extremely helpful in arranging transport for our return to Havana as the bus was full. (which we would never have managed) Even for a stopover to visit che monument do not miss this casa- it's just lovely. Also the library in the square is definitely worth a visit (it's free)

David and Pat Wallace
Scotland

The best casa particular we rented in Cuba

After spending some time in Cuba touring around the country, I can say without a doubt that Carmen and Carlos have the best Casa Particular that I have been to. From the moment we arrived, they went out of their way to make our holiday special, all while making it seem effortless. I know we were a lot of work - because we had issues with our Visa's and didn't have money for a few days. They completely trusted us and helped us through the entire frustrating process of wiring money...

The rooms were clean and quiet and relaxing.... the courtyard was beautiful and Carmen and Carlos were a pleasure to meet. You can tell that they put thought into everything. Dinners were far better at their casa than at the local restaurants and for a much more reasonable pricewith lovely atmosphere (candles and music). They even brought us to the airport together on our last day to see us off with hugs and kisses and I feel like we've made dear friends.Highly recommended. It completely made our trip to Cuba.

lanamau

Stratford, Canadá

The best Casa Particular in Cuba

Hostal Auténtica Pérgola, Santa Clara is like coming to paradise after a long 10 day trip around Cuba with lack of street signs and lots of goats and cows on the roads.After 10 days of unfamiliar experiences Santa Clara is a wonderful city with attractions and this wonderful place to stay. 2 large rooms with aircondition, large open patio, wonderful atmosphere, very nice hosts all located 2 minutes walking distance away from the central plaza. The hostal is very quiet !adress: # 61 Luis Estevez (between Independencia and Marti.

DK-traveller_68
Copenhagen, Denmark

Excellent hostel in Santa Clara, Cuba

It was very good. Nice people, clean and in the center of St Clara. We only stayed for one night. We had a good breakfast,our dinner was in the so called best restaurant from St Clara. I forgot the name, it was in a small street, we asked Carlos to bring us there. It was really terrible, don't go there and eat at Carlos and Carmen!!!
Other services they offer: Carlos drove with my husband to a garage because we had to change oil. Very friendly!!

Bernadette van de Ven
Holland

The best private house in Santa Clara. Incredibly helpful owners

Incredibly helpful owners who made us very welcome and went beyond the call of duty by far when one of us needed a hospital check-up. Carlos went with us, explained the situation and ensured we got good attention - even on a Sunday morning! Staying there was a complete oasis of peace and quiet in a busy city. Only wish we could have stayed longer!

Chris
UK

Delightful hostel, with excellent customer service and friendliness

The rooms and atmosphere of this beautifully restored colonial house with stupendous patio garden were absolutely wonderful. Beds were comfortable, all the en-suite facilities worked well, a fridge was provided and stocked with drinks it was possible to buy (saved going out to find bottled water for instance on arrival). it was very central (just around corner from main square) but quiet inside. They arranged for our hire car to be watched safely parked overnight in next street, and helped us with luggage. Carmen made excellent food (we are vegetarians or fish eaters, and she was happy to cater for that). The table was romantically set out for dinner by candlelight right next to the garden. Carlos was incredibly helpful on the Sunday morning when one of us needed hospital tests. He gave up his time to go with us and organised it all within half an hour (all credit to the doctors and other staff there too!) Their hospitality was second to none. Can't recommend it highly enough.



pandazDerby

Derby

La Pergola Casa Particular, best lodging in Santa Clara

Had a great time at Carmen and Carlo's La Pergola Casa. It is centrally located, not far from the main square where most of the evening activity takes place. The Casa is a beautiful old colonial mansion dating back to 1902, Carlos has done a wonderful job in renovations to bring it back to it's prior splendour. Meals were great - we eat breakfasts and evening meals here - the fish was massive! We only stayed 2 nights - due to the limited tourist activities in the Santa Clara area - however if you need to stopover in Santa Clara this Casa is well recommended!

Ken McLeod
Canada

Excellent house for rent- Most Recommended hostel

Had a great time at Carmen and Carlo's La Pergola Casa. It is centrally located, not far from the main square where most of the evening activity takes place. The Casa is a beautiful old colonial mansion dating back to 1902, Carlos has done a wonderful job in renovations to bring it back to it's prior splendour. Meals were great - we eat breakfasts and evening meals here - the lobster was massive! We only stayed 2 nights - due to the limited tourist activities in the Santa Clara area - however if you need to stopover in Santa Clara this Casa is well recommended!

Jinky9

Vancouver

El mejor alojamiento de alquiler en Santa Clara Cuba

Realmente un lugar increible para descansar, hermosisima casa colonia.. un patio muy relajaado, para leer, fumar un habanito quizas...
y disfrutar de la tan buena onda de la familia, ahh ahhh y las riquisimas comidas..
recomiendo la cena en la casa...
Abrazo fuerte por alla!

Lorena y Pablo

Buenos Aires

The best Casa we visited in Cuba

It was The best Casa we visited in Cuba!! The house is an old treasure, restored by a lovely family. Nice clean rooms with a beatifull garden. We enjoyed our stay in Santa Clara with Carlos & Carmen who were more than helpful and hospitable. Highly recomended.

Walid & Lina

dxb

Great casa particular, the best B&B de Cuba

We spent three nights over a two week period with Carlos and Carmen at “La Pergola” and it was one of our most delightful experience after seven trips to Cuba. They are gracious and simple hosts, the food is great and the casa is ideally located near the centre of action in Santa Clara: Parque Vidal. Yet, it is very quiet and relaxing with a central courtyard graced by a fountain and some lovely birds. If your Spanish is not up to par, Carlos’ English is getting better and he will meet you halfway there. They were most reliable in meeting us at the airport and bus station and more than fair in terms of price. The casa itself is a gem, a real museum. (With hot water to boot).
I have no hesitation in recommending “La Pergola”.

David

Montreal

This hostel is the best place to stay in Santa Clara

Carlos Obregon and his lovely wife, Carmen, who live and manage this lovely place are the ultimate hosts who will do so much to ensure your stay with them is most enjoyable. They will also provide other help about places to stay, to visit, and information about the city. I can't speak too highly of them. And at the same price others are asking for poor accommodation.

bostonj1

Victoria BC Canada

A truly wonderful casa particular to stay

I can't say enough about the warmth and assistance I received from Carlos and Carmen. Their lovely house, with two rooms to rent (private bathrooms) and the gorgeous restored colonial house which they so generously share with their guests. A truly wonderful place to stay.

Georgina Kirkman
Canada

El mejor hostal/casa en Santa Clara

Una casa colonial con habitaciones grandes, banios privados y mueblado perfectemente para su confort. Bien hubicado cerca de la plaza principal pero un lugar tranquilo con un patio con flores y verdes. bien recommendado son los duenos Carlos Obregon y su amable y linda esposa Carmen. Nada menos que el mejor eleccion para su visita a Santa Clara.

bostonj1

A jewel of a casa!! The best B&B over all de Country

Perfectly located downtown, La Pergola was much bigger and more beautiful than I anticipated. Newly renovated colonial architecture and very well kept, it was much much better than a hotel. Our room was huge, comfortable and very clean. En-suite bathroom, hot water, air conditioning and mini fridge stocked with drinks.

Carlos, Carmen and their 2 teens were most gracious hosts, I felt like part of the family. They were super friendly, warm and accommodating, very helpful in planning our activities too! The food was the best I’ve eaten in Cuba, at a very reasonable price and there was plenty of it… Carmen is a fantastic cook! You MUST try her lobster tails when you go! Dinning “al fresco” accompanied by colourful birds singing in the indoor garden, was like our own special little paradise… quiet and peaceful.

The casa is located 1 block away from Boulevard "1889", a main shopping area, and a variety of cafés and restaurants. Only 5 mins walk to the gorgeous Parque Vidal where you can really watch the city come alive. In the park there is a statue of Marta Abreu, bordering the park is the Teatro de La Caridad, the Plaza del Mercado Central, the former City Hall and the Colonia Española de Santa Clara center of dance. Che Guevara’s memorial is a nice 20 mins walk away and El Tren Blindado about 10 mins walk. The airport is 20kms away, which cost 15 CUC by taxi.

La Pergola, the ONLY place to stay when in Santa Clara, you’ll love it! Please say hello from me.

Muchas gracias para todos Carlos y Carmen!! Besos y abrazos fríos de Canadá. Fue un placer conocido.

Nancy
Ottawa, Canada

El mejor alojamiento, perfecto hospedaje

Perfectamente situado en el centro, La Pergola era mucho más grande y más hermoso que yo esperaba. Recién renovado la arquitectura colonial y muy bien cuidada, que era mucho mejor que un hotel. Nuestra habitación era enorme, cómodo y muy limpio. Cuarto de baño, agua caliente, aire acondicionado y mini nevera surtida con bebidas.

Carlos, Carmen y su familia fueron los anfitriones muy amable, me sentía como parte de la familia. Eran super cálido, acogedor y servicial, muy útil en la planificación de nuestras actividades también! La comida era el mejor que he comido en Cuba, a un precio muy razonable y había un montón de él ... Carmen es una cocinera fantástica! Usted debe tratar a su cola de langosta cuando va! Comedor "al fresco" acompañada de coloridos pájaros cantando en el jardín interior, era como nuestro propio paraíso muy especial ... tranquila y pacífica.

La casa se encuentra a 1 cuadra del Boulevard "1889", una zona de tiendas principal, y una variedad de cafés y restaurantes. A sólo 5 minutos a pie del precioso Parque Vidal, donde realmente se puede ver la ciudad cobran vida. En el parque hay una estatua de Marta Abreu, bordeando el parque se encuentra el Teatro de La Caridad, la Plaza del Mercado Central, el antiguo ayuntamiento y de la Colonia Española de Santa Clara, centro de la danza. Memorial del Che Guevara es un buen 20 minutos a pie y El Tren Blindado unos 10 minutos a pie. El aeropuerto está a 20 km de distancia, que costó 15 CUC en taxi.

La Pergola, el único lugar para alojarse cuando en Santa Clara, le va a encantar! Por favor, saludar de mi parte.

Muchas gracias para todos Carlos y Carmen!! Besos y abrazos fríos de Canadá. Fue un placer conocido

Nancy
OttawaSnowflake

This casa is a big recommendation

I stayed here for over a month in November 2009, and this casa is a big recommendation. It's located just one block away from Parque Vidal (the town center square) and right next to the only boulevard in town. Most notable however is the interior and architecture of the building: a colonial style Spanish house complete with patio/garden onto which all the rooms look out. There are two spacious rooms with double beds, airco, (a never empty) fridge, and private, fully renovated bathrooms.
The owners -a sympathetic couple with a teenage son and daughter- are really nice and hospitable and will go out off their way to make you feel comfortable and at home. Breakfast and dinner is served on the patio looking out over the garden. Very peaceful and something woth taking time for. Not just to relax but also because the meals were copious and the lady of the house is a damn fine cook. (If you ever happen to stay there and they ask you in the morning what you would like for dinner in the evening, just reply with: "Surprise me.") There are many 'casas particulares' in Santa Clara, but this beats all of the ones I stayed in hands down. If you're planning a stay in Santa Clara, try this place, you won't be disappointed!

Kristof
Belgium

Exquisite, friendly casa particular

I recommend a visit to Santa Clara, for a variety of reasons, but perhaps the best among them, for the chance to stay with Carlos & Carmen in this exquisite, friendly casa particular. Fully renovated over the past 2 years, this delightful casa offers good food, a lovely garden, the fantastic company of a variety of exotic birds, and the every-detail attention of perfect hosts.

Jocelyn
USA

Great lodging,100% recommended

I stayed here for over a month in November 2009, and this casa is a big recommendation. It's located just one block away from Parque Vidal (the town center square) and right next to the only boulevard in town. Most notable however is the interior and architecture of the building: a colonial style Spanish house complete with patio/garden onto which all the rooms look out. There are two spacious rooms with double beds, airco, (a never empty) fridge, and private, fully renovated bathrooms.
The owners -a sympathetic couple with a teenage son and daughter- are really nice and hospitable and will go out off their way to make you feel comfortable and at home. Breakfast and dinner is served on the patio looking out over the garden. Very peaceful and something woth taking time for. Not just to relax but also because the meals were copious and the lady of the house is a damn fine cook. (If you ever happen to stay there and they ask you in the morning what you would like for dinner in the evening, just reply with: "Surprise me.")
There are many 'casas particulares' in Santa Clara, but this beats all of the ones I stayed in hands down. If you're planning a stay in Santa Clara, try this place, you won't be disappointed!

kheros

Leuven

A Must in Cuba!

I recommend a visit to Santa Clara, for a variety of reasons, but perhaps the best among them, for the chance to stay with Carlos & Carmen in this exquisite, friendly casa particular. Fully renovated over the past 2 years, this delightful casa offers good food, a lovely garden, the fantastic company of a variety of exotic birds, and the every-detail attention of perfect hosts.

joceintransit
Brooklyn

This place is a palace among Casas

This place is a palace among Casas. I loved everything about it, the location, the rooms (18ft ceilings) the courtyard, the food, the birds and most of all Carmen and Carlos the wonderful, helpful hosts.
Why go anywhere else if the Pergola is available!

travel junky
USA

“Truly lovely Guesthouse in Santa Clara, welcoming hosts, wonderful food”

My Dad and I recently stayed at Hostal Pergola in Santa Clara. Our hosts Carmen and Carlos were so very welcoming, warm and friendly and made us feel at home immediately. The house is outstanding, in a great location about 2 blocks from the main square in town and a half block from the walking street the Boulevar. The room (and indeed, the whole house) was huge and very clean, the bathroom modern, clean and in great working order, the beds comfortable. Didn't need the air conditioner as the enormous windows allowed air throughout. Carlos and Carmen spent over a year renovating their home and it is truly a special place. The floor tile is original, the colour scheme restored, and still plenty of original decorative glasswork in the doors and windows. Meals were very generous and well prepared, and they made sure we were well fed and looked after. I would go out of my way to stay in this casa again and would recommend it to friends and family.

Lolachar
Montreal

EXCELENTE ALOJAMIENTO, TOTALMENTE RECOMENDABLE

Es una casa increible, no solo por la comodidad sino por la calidad humana de sus dueños carmen y obregn y sus hijos. uno se siente en casa, en familia, donde compartir, charlar e interiorizarse sobre la vida en cuba es una tentacion inevitable!!! altamente recomendable para quien quiera conocer la maravillosa ciudad de santa clara, para nosotros una de las mejores de cuba!! beso a los amigos viajeros y aprovechen!

Cynthia desde Buenos Aires.
cynrubi

“El mejor bed and breakfast de Cuba, altamente recomendable”

Es una casa increible, no solo por la comodidad sino por la calidad humana de sus dueños carmen y obregn y sus hijos. uno se siente en casa, en familia, donde compartir, charlar e interiorizarse sobre la vida en cuba es una tentacion inevitable!!!
altamente recomendable para quien quiera conocer la maravillosa ciudad de santa clara, para nosotros una de las mejores de cuba!!

CynYDam
Buenos Aires, Argentina

Increible Casa Particular en Santa Clara

Esta casa particular es increible. En efecto, hay la belleza del lugar, el desayuno es bueno, las habitaciones son grandes y se situa cerca del centro. El interior tiene un estilo colonial con un patio grande y bonito. Podemos hablar con el propietario que es muy simpatico. Aconsejo esta casa en la ciudad de Santa Clara.

jessica75

“Perfect Bed and Breakfast in Santa Clara, Cuba”

I have traveld in Cuba for 5 weeks. And this room was absolute the best one. My first reaction to the owner was: ' Is this a casa particular or a hotel'? It was such a big and beautifull colonial house. But it was really a casa particulares. The room was big and the bathroom clean and there was hot water. The location in close to the center and the food was exelent as wel. The owners are frindly an the man speaks English. I can realy recommand this house!

Pintor61
Reeuwijk

“The best casa particular I stayed in Cuba, real family atmosphere!”

For a project trip, we stayed for one month and a week in this very beautiful and coze casa. The rooms are very nice furnished with old furnitures. The hosts are very nice persons. Give you a lot of help and information if asked. The breakfirst is very good. The dinners prepared by the house wife are excellent! We really enjoyed staying in this casa.

nitAnts
Leuven

“hostal único en Cuba, mejor imposible”

Si ud desea conocer la amabilidad y el placer de ser bien atendido.......pues no deje de visitar la AUTENTICA PERGOLA... su armonia entre naturaleza y servicio solo lo encontarara en este enigmatico hostal.......sus anfitriones, los mejores que he conocido durante mi visita......calidad , confort y armonia lo encontrara ud en este armonico y elegante lugar........existe un equilibrio entre naturaleza y belleza arquitectonica....le proporcinara un equilibrio emocional......si esta de paso por la ciudad de santa clara...no deje de visitar este maravilloso hostal

manoloelonichango
distrito federal mexico

“The best casa particular in Cuba, Fantastico!!”

Hostal muy bonito con familia simpatica y acogedora. El palacio es estupendo, mi habitacion era grande con todas comodidades y la pergola muy linda. Esta ubicado en pleno centro, pero es un lugar muy tranquilo.

Brigid, Melbourne Australia
viajeraustralia

“THE BEST CASA DE ALQUILER in Cuba”

We (my partner & 2 friends) stayed here in late December 2009. It was - hands down - the best casa experience in Cuba. The best accommodation, service, food, location. Carlos and Carmen were welcoming, amazingly helpful, and have a lovely, quiet but centrally located casa which is a great base to explore Santa Clara. We are still raving about the wonderful food and hospitality. My advice? Do not miss this place!

IQAmsterdam
Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Santa Clara, accommodation for 2 nights in the best B&B in Cuba

We had a very pleasent stay in one of the two rooms. Breakfast and for one night a dinner was perfect and with a reasonable price. We had the other night a dinner in a restaurant in town which was horrible: cold food with less taste. The dinner we had in La Pergola was realy good with a friendly atmosphere.

The casa particular is direct in the center which is very conveniant to experience the center of the city by walking. In the city of Santa Clara are not so many things to do, but good for 2 days. The cigar factory (also close to La Pergola) is worthwile to visit as well.

We liked the people running that place who have been very helpful in any respect.

wolfju

Mettmann

Hostal La Pergola is a very nice Guesthouse in Cuba

LA PERGOLA IS A BEATIFULL COLONIAL HOUSE ,the service is very good . nice room , is localiced near the central park and boulevard in the midle of the city ..

jochysantana
miami

Cayo Santa María, the white rose of Jardines del Rey

Distant about 45 minutes by car from Autentica Pergola Hostel, you can enjoy the natural attractions of Cayo Santa María, with its 13 km² of area and its 11 km of beaches, known as the White Rose of Jardines del Rey.

The jorney is througt a 48 km long causeway to Caibarién. It has a station and a runway in Las Brujas, capable of receiving small and medium-carrying ships.

Has 24 diving sites whith variety of coral species and fishes in its virgin seabed, with infinite potential for nautical activities.

A system of channels becomes a real water labyrinth between the keys, while offering tremendous potential for tourism and nautical activity programmes.

Santa Clara de Asís, Santa Clara, Cuba

It is the most important religious building in the city. The much argued-about church was built in 1923 after the pull down of the original one in Parque Vidal. Neo Gothic in style, it guards a wonderful collection of lead stained glass windows, the original marble “pilon” or holy water basin used to baptize the citizens since the very birth of the city (those thereby baptized are called "pilongos"), the statue of Jesus in the upper front holds a monstrance which is said is made out of pure gold. But the most impressive piece of art is the larger than life statue of Mother Mary inside the structure locally known as “la Virgen del camino” (Travelers' Virgin). This statue used to be, at the beginning of the Cuban Revolution, on the road to Havana as a way to bless the incoming or outgoing travelers to the city. It was pulled down pull down soon after and it disappeared for more than three decades. It was finally re-discovered around 1995 in a ditch, roofed by soil and undergrowth. Already forgotten by the citizens of Santa Clara, a political battle ensued to decide whether taking it to a museum or giving it to the church. It was finally granted to the religious authorities.

The construction of this project went through several public scandals. It was always the center of a heated electoral issue for ruling mayors in colonial times. Most of them and a number of citizens back in the 1920s were torn between the possibility of keeping the original "Iglesia Mayor" (Grand Church) located in Parque Vidal or tearing it down in order to make space for a re-designed and bigger plaza and re-locating the cathedral in a nearby location. Some people insisted in keeping the original colonial building since it was one of the first and oldest standing structures of the growing city realizing its importance as heritage. Eventually it was destroyed and two years later this one was finished. Not happy with this action, Church authorities raised a formal complaint versus the city and won it.

Leoncio Vidal Park, in Santa Clara, Cuba

Central Park Leoncio Vidal is only 100 meters from our accommodation Autentica Pergola, in Santa Clara. Usually, on weekends, there are varied cultural activities in the Central Park, typical of the place, as well as a craft fair.

This is the main square of Santa Clara city and there are located: La Caridad Theater, the José Martí library, the CMHW radio provincial station, Camilo Cienfuegos cinema, the Museum of Decorative Arts, banks and cafeterias.

Leoncio Vidal Park, in Santa Clara, Cuba

Central Park Leoncio Vidal is only 100 meters from our accommodation Autentica Pergola, in Santa Clara. Usually, on weekends, there are varied cultural activities in the Central Park, typical of the place, as well as a craft fair. This is the main square of Santa Clara city and there are located: La Caridad theater, the José Martí library, CMHW radio provincial station, Camilo Cienfuegos cinema, the Museum of Decorative Arts, banks and cafeterias.

Monument to the Armoured Train

At only 400 meters from our private house, Autentica Pergola, is located this monument to the bravery and courage of the troops led by Che, who caused the train derailment, as part of the fight against the Batista tyranny.

Commander Ernesto Guevara sculpture

Set that is composed by the Square, the Rostrum, the Museum and the Memorial, is located in the city of Santa Clara, at approximately 3 km from La Autentica Pergola guesthouse. At their sides, 14 Palms symbolize the date of Che’s birth.

The Rostrum shows a sculpture in bronze, 6.80 meters high, of Che Guevara, and a mural that reflects with highlight figures, some moments of the last Cuban insurgents’ process.

The Museum shows permanently documents, objects, and historic photographs about life and work of Che.

The Memorial is the space that holds the aches of the soldiers, that guided by him, fought in the Bolivian guerrilla band.