Along with the Dominican Republic, Hispaniola, Haiti, Jamaica, Puerto Rico and the Cayman Islands. Cuba forms the archipelago of the Greater Antilles. It is known worldwide for its cigars and rum. Cuba also has a diverse landscape - whether it is a beach vacation you are looking for or hiking in lush mountains, you can find it here. Head to Jardines de la Reina if you want to swim with sharks. Cuba also has some architectural gems. To marvel at one of them, head to Trinidad, a picturesque town with Spanish colonial architecture, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site.
As you travel through Cuba, take in the mesmerizing beats of the drums, shake a leg to rumba, and sip some authentic Cuban rum. To enjoy all the fun that this Caribbean paradise has to offer, plan an extended stay here. Scroll down to find a list of the best long-term rentals in Cuba.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and long-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Lovely home tucked amidst nature; Viñales (from USD 15)
To enjoy rustic living in Cuba, surrounded by natural beauty, consider this rental. The country home is set in the rural village of Viñales amidst coffee fields and stunning rocky outcroppings called mogoths. You will feel rested and relaxed when you stay in this cosy home. You can visit the vineyards nearby or plan a trip to Palenque de Los Cimarrones. With air conditioning and laundry facilities, your stay here will be comfortable. Pets are allowed, too!
10% monthly discounts are offered here, so the property is affordable, too.
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we loved being on the balcony for breakfast and the view each morningthere are comfortable rocking chairs on the patio that are great for readingthe apartment is nice with a nice view and a great breakfast for 5 cucthe view is amazing and the terrace very cozy and privateit was so much fan and there was nothing to complain aboutCleanliness:
definitely very modern clean look as far as anything i’ve found in cubathe accommodation was really awesome clean and tidyclean apartment and nice hostHost:
great host and extremely kind staffthe staff is very helpful and kindshe is very helpfulthe owners go above and beyond to make you feel welcomethe host was very helpful with getting around viñalesRead more reviewsLocation:
the cabin while located out of downtown vinales was a great location and extremely peacefuljazmin’s place is incredible beautiful location and great restaurant attachedgood to know is that the location of the casa is 7km from viñales centerits a really nice place attached to a restaurant and close to the cavesit's a great place to stay
2. Modern loft with a spacious terrace; La Habana (from USD 100)
To enjoy a laid-back vacation while being in the middle of the city, consider this modern loft. Minimalist design meets trendy accents in this open-plan rental. Rest well in the king bed, snuggle on the comfortable sofa or lounge on the lovely furnished terrace. The outdoor whirlpool tub is a wonderful place to relax and admire the views in the evenings. If you need to work, you can use the free Wi-Fi.
There are many restaurants and shops in the neighbourhood, but if you don’t feel like going out, you can whip up a meal in the kitchen. Don’t forget to check for a monthly discount when you book the rental for more than 28 days.
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the bed and furniture are comfortableCleanliness:
this apartment was very clean and very modernthe space is very clean and bathroom as wellher place is clean and looks exactly like the picturesyes lots of stairs and sparkling cleanvery nice place spacious and cleanHost:
yani was an amazing host extremely helpful and lovelyyani was super helpful and i would talk about questions and recommendationsthe host did a great job accommodating all of our needsshe was very responsive to our needsgreat hosts very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location not in the middle of everythingthe neighborhood was very safe and the location was greatabsolutely gorgeous apartment in a perfect locationalso miramar is a great and safe area that you can freely walk around without feeling harassedthere were a bunch of great restaurants grocery stores and wifi within walking distance
3. ArturoHostal-Suite; Bayamo (from USD 30)
Looking for an affordable home where your main meals are taken care of? Consider this property, located close to popular attractions. Breakfast and dinner services are available here. The apartment is air-conditioned and hot water is available, too, so you can rest well and feel refreshed on your vacation. The lovely terrace with city views is a great place to unwind after a long day.
You can save more on the booking price when you book the rental for more than 28 days. About a 15% discount is offered on long-term stays,
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very clean and spacious accommodation in a great location minutes walk to the centre of bayamo
4. Yesi House; Santiago de Cuba (from USD 25)
This cheerful house is located close to the historic district and allows you easy access to Museo de Historia 26 de Julio (26th of July Historical Museum) as well. When you stay here, you don’t have to worry about laundry or food, as these services are offered in the rental for an added fee. The house is comfortable, with air-conditioning and cosy beds. The rooftop terrace is a welcoming place to chill out and take in the city views.
Additionally, a 10% discount is offered on bookings longer than 28 days. This makes the rental even more attractive!
Top guest reviews
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the appartment is newly furnished estimated 30 square meters cool tiles on the floor two nice bedsCleanliness:
the room is immaculate clean with nice bed linens towels and toiletriesyesenia’s place was sparkling clean her and her husband are very kind and helpfulthere home is modern clean and it is great safe locationyesi's place was above expectations sparkling clean neat located in the center of santiago de cubagreat location sparkling clean fast responses and amazing hospitalityHost:
honest and sincere hoststhe hosts are very welcoming and detail orientedyesy and her family are kind people who made us feel right at homethey are really nice people and super attentive to all of your requeststhe hosts are hospitable gracious and very attentive to their guests needs making you feel right at homeRead more reviewsLocation:
i recommend this excellent locationit's located in a very nice neighbourhood a little bit outside of the city centerlocated within walking distance to all amenities restaurants museums and places of interestotherwise it is not so fasr for those who like walkingi recommend this place
5. Vibrant private studio; La Habana (from USD 15)
This rental epitomizes the essence of Cuba. It is a charming local home with a cheerful, bright décor. Fans of retro cars will love the vintage American car that can pick you up from the airport for a fee. The home is located close to Havana’s shopping district, so you can explore the city to your heart’s content. There is no air conditioning, but a hot and cold water supply is available. Breakfast can also be requested for a fee.
This is an affordable rental, even more so when you book it for more than 28 days as long-term discounts are offered.
Top guest reviews
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there is no air conditioner but the fans were sufficient once you cool downagain no a/c but there were two fans in our room that made for an easy sleepthe breakfast jorge provides (extra but worth it) on the rooftop is excellentthe breakfast on the roof was excellent and gave a great view of the cityyou get a full breakfast with huge amount of fresh fruitsCleanliness:
keeps the place clean and will clean up when askedthe space was clean and safevery clean good water pressure and temperaturedevabala's place is nice and cleanvery clean and the fridge was stocked with reasonably priced beer soda and waterHost:
jorge was an excellent hosthe is a great hosthost was nice friendly and helpfulour host was warm and hospitable with great suggestions and tipsgreat place and great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the apartment was located 15-20 minutes nice walk from historical centre of havanathe neighborhood is friendly busy with daily life and close to everything we neededexcellent location and booking choice for the valuea good place to stay in havana as it is easy to walk to the centeri also liked the area just a 10 minute walk from the capitolio
6. The Lovers Place; La Habana (from USD 55)
Spend a romantic holiday with your beloved in this apartment, which is an eclectic mix of old and new. The balcony is your private vantage point from where you can watch the happenings in Havana. Located in the historic part of the city, the home offers lovely views even from its kitchen. It is also close to popular attractions in the city. After a day of sightseeing, you can rest well in the plush king bed fitted with Egyptian cotton sheets. You can catch up on emails using Wi-Fi.
Book the rental for more than 28 days to avail of a generous discount.
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the ac's work like beasts; the entired apt is air-conditionedthe provided wifi has strong connectionit’s true wifi works on the balcony so that was a plusalso best wificlean stylish lovely balcony with a cool view excellent bathroom comfortable bed and exceptional hostCleanliness:
clean well equipped kitchenthe space was clean and comfortablethe apartment was clean and super cuteyou can expect to be in a clean comfortable & stylish placecheck in easy place beautifully cleaned and decoratedHost:
the host were great they went above and beyond to make us feel welcomedthe host is simply outstanding every single timemanuel and maira are fantastic hosts they were extremely communicative throughout the process and very helpfula perfectly easy seemless stay host is so attentive to needs and being of any help when askedgreeted by friendly members of the family once at apartmentRead more reviewsLocation:
great location toobeautiful apartment set within walking distance to the heart of havanait’s a great place located right in the center of old habana close to everythinggreat location and best place to begreat location and lovely apartment
7. Beachfront abode with a garden; Caibarién (from USD 115)
This beautiful home is located in a resort-like setting by the beach. It’s also placed near a fisherman’s village. If you love nature, you will enjoy being close to Palmar de Araña and its lush palm trees. The pool in this house is a good entertainment option for kids. There is a lovely green garden as well, further enhancing the home’s peaceful vibes. The fully equipped kitchen is suitable for preparing meals. Daily cleaning is also included, to provide neat interiors.
Additionally, the host offers a huge discount on the booking price if you rent this home for more than 28 days.
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the breakfast was wonderful and the coffee was perfectthe breakfast was wonderful and the coffee was perfectthe breakfast was delicious and such a treat with our morning coffee to eat outside overlooking the oceanyou can order fresh fish to grill by the poolthe best dinner and breakfast we had in our 7 days in cubaCleanliness:
beautiful villa with clean rooms beautiful spot and highly recommendeverything was perfect clean beautifullovely house well equipped and cleanthe house its in a really good shape and cleanthis is a lovely spacious house on a waterfrontHost:
the maid was very helpful and made us wonderful breakfastshe was so kind and helpful and always ready to assist when neededwe appreciated all the staff who were friendly and helpfulmarlene the onsite host was remarkablethe host was very helpful makings transportation arrangements for usRead more reviewsLocation:
great place in a nice locationremedios a small city 10 km away is nice to walk aroundluz maria's place was perfect i wish we would have been able to stay longera nice place to stay for a few days
8. Cottage MontECOrales; Arcos de Canasí (from USD 25)
To enjoy a peaceful time in Cuba, consider this cottage in a community of fishermen. It is located far from the hustle and bustle of the city, about an hour away from Havana. Surrounded by a mountain, with a river nearby and opportunities for snorkelling, this is an ideal base for a memorable vacation. During the day you can splash around and play in the natural pool or walk to the beaches nearby.
Beautiful tiles, exposed brick walls, and white windows all add to the rustic charm of the house. Monthly discounts offered for long-term stays make this rental even more appealing.
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there is a fan and a/c though i didn't use the acthe house has a beautiful little pool in the garden so you can refresh in the eveningsthe bed was better than we expectedthe house was ample enough for the 5 of us and it was nice having 2 bathroomseach room comes equipped with a mosquito net which we recommend using in the eveningsCleanliness:
our room was very cleanmy room was clean and airy and the bed was greatthe rooms are basic but clean beds not very comfortable but okthe space itself was comfortable and cleanHost:
the staff were greatwonderful and incredibly friendly host and staffthe hosts were beyond kind and so helpful and invitingfriendly host and welcoming laid back communitythe meals were delicious and the house hosts we so lovelyRead more reviewsLocation:
great and challenging hiking along the seaside mountains and interesting walk into the town of canasinatashas place is a wonderful hideout near the sea in arcos de canasithe cove is only a short walk from the house on a peaceful country roadi recommend the location and home however we had a mixed experience with natachapraise if you're looking a fancy place this isn't it
9. Ponce de Leon Hostel; Playa Girón (from USD 21)
You will be surrounded by nature if you stay in this cheerful house. Nearby Girón Beach is perfect to play in the sand, dive and snorkel. Bird watchers will also like it here - the region is rich in wildlife and over 160 species of birds can be found here.
The house boasts a local design and is embellished with marine-inspired details. The covered terrace is a great place to spend the evening, lounging on the hammock or enjoying an alfresco meal. Discounts are also offered for stays longer than 28 days to make this rental even more affordable.
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very nice clean home with air conditioning and a beautiful backyard with an avocado treestrong a/c comfortable living room big table 3 beds nice bathroom and a great porch with rocking chairsCleanliness:
we had an amazing stay the estate is very nice clean and comfyhouse is super clean… 2 rooms jack and jill bathroomthe room is pretty spacious with a dresser and small desk everything works and it is very cleanthe house is spacious clean and the garden is lovelyi would definitely recommend this clean comfortable home to anyone looking for lodging in playa largaHost:
nice host oraida will take care of youtony and maria are great hostsoraida is à perfect hostoraida is friendly and very helpfultony y maria's place was great the always responded very quickly and were very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is also greatthe casa is very nice and well locatedgreat place for a family to stay close to many great snorkeling beachesthe beach which is a 15 min walk away is stunningan easy walk to the beach and in the heart of town this spot is a keeper
10. Havana Top; La Habana (from USD 80)
This stylish apartment is a great base if you’re planning to explore Havana. It is located in Vedado, a safe neighbourhood close to bars, restaurants and theatres. Guests should note that the views from the building may be blocked due to construction work that is going on, but if you’re lucky, you can catch a sight of the ocean. Wi-Fi is available here but at an added charge. Breakfast can also be purchased on site.
You can enjoy a nice discount if you stay in this property for more than 28 days.
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the wifi worked perfectlydiana’s apartment had an excellent viewvery nice apartment with a good sea viewwifi in apartment was very goodboth patricia and arrianna(apartment managers) were easily accessible if we needed to make any last minute arrangementsCleanliness:
great place super clean and great breakfastthe place itself was sparkling clean and welcomingdiana's place was very cleanthe place was clean and well situatedthis place is great and super cleanHost:
patricia the host was amazingthe managers are incredibly responsivehost were very helpfuland great hostthe host responds quickly to questions before a visit to assure that you are comfortable for your visitRead more reviewsLocation:
this is an amazing property in a great location in vedadogreat accommodation great location hospitalitythe kitchen was equipped and the location was perfectgreat place convenient location expect renovations and obstructions to the viewvery clean sunny and a great location very close to hotel nacional and habana libre
Let Cuba charm you
Cuba is a wonderful mix of vibrant nature, friendly people and a laidback charm. Sip some rum and dance the night away during your vacation here. You can have an unforgettable holiday in the country and also save some money if you choose to stay at one of the properties listed above.
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