10 Best Long-Term Rentals In Cuba - Updated 2024

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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.

Stayed at this property?
Viñales, Pinar del Río, Cuba
262.99 km (163.5 mi) from Criadero de Cocodrilos
174 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cabin 2 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we loved being on the balcony for breakfast and the view each morning
there are comfortable rocking chairs on the patio that are great for reading
the apartment is nice with a nice view and a great breakfast for 5 cuc
the view is amazing and the terrace very cozy and private
it was so much fan and there was nothing to complain about
Cleanliness:
definitely very modern clean look as far as anything i’ve found in cuba
the accommodation was really awesome clean and tidy
clean apartment and nice host
Host:
great host and extremely kind staff
the staff is very helpful and kind
she is very helpful
the owners go above and beyond to make you feel welcome
the host was very helpful with getting around viñales
Location:
the cabin while located out of downtown vinales was a great location and extremely peaceful
jazmin’s place is incredible beautiful location and great restaurant attached
good to know is that the location of the casa is 7km from viñales center
its a really nice place attached to a restaurant and close to the caves
it's a great place to stay
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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.

Stayed at this property?
La Habana, Cuba
154.13 km (95.8 mi) from Criadero de Cocodrilos
152 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire loft 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed and furniture are comfortable
Cleanliness:
this apartment was very clean and very modern
the space is very clean and bathroom as well
her place is clean and looks exactly like the pictures
yes lots of stairs and sparkling clean
very nice place spacious and clean
Host:
yani was an amazing host extremely helpful and lovely
yani was super helpful and i would talk about questions and recommendations
the host did a great job accommodating all of our needs
she was very responsive to our needs
great hosts very helpful
Location:
perfect location not in the middle of everything
the neighborhood was very safe and the location was great
absolutely gorgeous apartment in a perfect location
also miramar is a great and safe area that you can freely walk around without feeling harassed
there were a bunch of great restaurants grocery stores and wifi within walking distance
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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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Bayamo, Granma, Cuba
517.55 km (321.6 mi) from Criadero de Cocodrilos
8 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire serviced apartment 4 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Location:
very clean and spacious accommodation in a great location minutes walk to the centre of bayamo
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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!

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Santiago de Cuba, Cuba
612.51 km (380.6 mi) from Criadero de Cocodrilos
65 reviews   Wifi Available
Casa particular 2 Beds 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the appartment is newly furnished estimated 30 square meters cool tiles on the floor two nice beds
Cleanliness:
the room is immaculate clean with nice bed linens towels and toiletries
yesenia’s place was sparkling clean her and her husband are very kind and helpful
there home is modern clean and it is great safe location
yesi's place was above expectations sparkling clean neat located in the center of santiago de cuba
great location sparkling clean fast responses and amazing hospitality
Host:
honest and sincere hosts
the hosts are very welcoming and detail oriented
yesy and her family are kind people who made us feel right at home
they are really nice people and super attentive to all of your requests
the hosts are hospitable gracious and very attentive to their guests needs making you feel right at home
Location:
i recommend this excellent location
it's located in a very nice neighbourhood a little bit outside of the city center
located within walking distance to all amenities restaurants museums and places of interest
otherwise it is not so fasr for those who like walking
i recommend this place
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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.

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La Habana, Cuba
149.12 km (92.7 mi) from Criadero de Cocodrilos
298 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 2 Beds 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
there is no air conditioner but the fans were sufficient once you cool down
again no a/c but there were two fans in our room that made for an easy sleep
the breakfast jorge provides (extra but worth it) on the rooftop is excellent
the breakfast on the roof was excellent and gave a great view of the city
you get a full breakfast with huge amount of fresh fruits
Cleanliness:
keeps the place clean and will clean up when asked
the space was clean and safe
very clean good water pressure and temperature
devabala's place is nice and clean
very clean and the fridge was stocked with reasonably priced beer soda and water
Host:
jorge was an excellent host
he is a great host
host was nice friendly and helpful
our host was warm and hospitable with great suggestions and tips
great place and great host
Location:
the apartment was located 15-20 minutes nice walk from historical centre of havana
the neighborhood is friendly busy with daily life and close to everything we needed
excellent location and booking choice for the value
a good place to stay in havana as it is easy to walk to the center
i also liked the area just a 10 minute walk from the capitolio
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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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La Habana, Cuba
149.42 km (92.9 mi) from Criadero de Cocodrilos
368 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the ac's work like beasts; the entired apt is air-conditioned
the provided wifi has strong connection
it’s true wifi works on the balcony so that was a plus
also best wifi
clean stylish lovely balcony with a cool view excellent bathroom comfortable bed and exceptional host
Cleanliness:
clean well equipped kitchen
the space was clean and comfortable
the apartment was clean and super cute
you can expect to be in a clean comfortable & stylish place
check in easy place beautifully cleaned and decorated
Host:
the host were great they went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed
the host is simply outstanding every single time
manuel and maira are fantastic hosts they were extremely communicative throughout the process and very helpful
a perfectly easy seemless stay host is so attentive to needs and being of any help when asked
greeted by friendly members of the family once at apartment
Location:
great location too
beautiful apartment set within walking distance to the heart of havana
it’s a great place located right in the center of old habana close to everything
great location and best place to be
great location and lovely apartment
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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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Caibarién, Villa Clara, Cuba
176.96 km (110.0 mi) from Criadero de Cocodrilos
203 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 3 Beds 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the breakfast was wonderful and the coffee was perfect
the breakfast was wonderful and the coffee was perfect
the breakfast was delicious and such a treat with our morning coffee to eat outside overlooking the ocean
you can order fresh fish to grill by the pool
the best dinner and breakfast we had in our 7 days in cuba
Cleanliness:
beautiful villa with clean rooms beautiful spot and highly recommend
everything was perfect clean beautiful
lovely house well equipped and clean
the house its in a really good shape and clean
this is a lovely spacious house on a waterfront
Host:
the maid was very helpful and made us wonderful breakfast
she was so kind and helpful and always ready to assist when needed
we appreciated all the staff who were friendly and helpful
marlene the onsite host was remarkable
the host was very helpful makings transportation arrangements for us
Location:
great place in a nice location
remedios a small city 10 km away is nice to walk around
luz maria's place was perfect i wish we would have been able to stay longer
a nice place to stay for a few days
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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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Cuba
106.25 km (66.1 mi) from Criadero de Cocodrilos
173 reviews   Wifi Available
Private room in villa 5 Beds 10 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 10

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
there is a fan and a/c though i didn't use the ac
the house has a beautiful little pool in the garden so you can refresh in the evenings
the bed was better than we expected
the house was ample enough for the 5 of us and it was nice having 2 bathrooms
each room comes equipped with a mosquito net which we recommend using in the evenings
Cleanliness:
our room was very clean
my room was clean and airy and the bed was great
the rooms are basic but clean beds not very comfortable but ok
the space itself was comfortable and clean
Host:
the staff were great
wonderful and incredibly friendly host and staff
the hosts were beyond kind and so helpful and inviting
friendly host and welcoming laid back community
the meals were delicious and the house hosts we so lovely
Location:
great and challenging hiking along the seaside mountains and interesting walk into the town of canasi
natashas place is a wonderful hideout near the sea in arcos de canasi
the cove is only a short walk from the house on a peaceful country road
i recommend the location and home however we had a mixed experience with natacha
praise if you're looking a fancy place this isn't it
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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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Playa Girón, Matanzas, Cuba
36.0 km (22.4 mi) from Criadero de Cocodrilos
186 reviews   Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible
ENTIRE HOME 4 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
very nice clean home with air conditioning and a beautiful backyard with an avocado tree
strong a/c comfortable living room big table 3 beds nice bathroom and a great porch with rocking chairs
Cleanliness:
we had an amazing stay the estate is very nice clean and comfy
house is super clean… 2 rooms jack and jill bathroom
the room is pretty spacious with a dresser and small desk everything works and it is very clean
the house is spacious clean and the garden is lovely
i would definitely recommend this clean comfortable home to anyone looking for lodging in playa larga
Host:
nice host oraida will take care of you
tony and maria are great hosts
oraida is à perfect host
oraida is friendly and very helpful
tony y maria's place was great the always responded very quickly and were very helpful
Location:
the location is also great
the casa is very nice and well located
great place for a family to stay close to many great snorkeling beaches
the beach which is a 15 min walk away is stunning
an easy walk to the beach and in the heart of town this spot is a keeper
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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.

Stayed at this property?
La Habana, Cuba
151.38 km (94.1 mi) from Criadero de Cocodrilos
286 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the wifi worked perfectly
diana’s apartment had an excellent view
very nice apartment with a good sea view
wifi in apartment was very good
both patricia and arrianna(apartment managers) were easily accessible if we needed to make any last minute arrangements
Cleanliness:
great place super clean and great breakfast
the place itself was sparkling clean and welcoming
diana's place was very clean
the place was clean and well situated
this place is great and super clean
Host:
patricia the host was amazing
the managers are incredibly responsive
host were very helpful
and great host
the host responds quickly to questions before a visit to assure that you are comfortable for your visit
Location:
this is an amazing property in a great location in vedado
great accommodation great location hospitality
the kitchen was equipped and the location was perfect
great place convenient location expect renovations and obstructions to the view
very clean sunny and a great location very close to hotel nacional and habana libre
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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.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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Bama was born and raised in Chennai, a beautiful coastal city in south India. She moved to the US for her graduate education, and that's when the travel bug bit her. She lived in the US for almost...Read more

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