We stayed at "La Casa Purpura" when we visited Cuba in February 2013. From the time we arrived at "La Casa Purpura" we felt like family. Both Yvette and Dr. Alejandro took us in with open arms and they made ​​our stay in Havana absolutely perfect. Every morning we ate breakfast here and it was so cozy. The rooms are... More

We were 7 ladies staying for 10 days in february 2013. We stayed in the new house no 211 and truely enjoyed our stay. Mrs Yvettes guided us around Havana and she and Dr. Alejandro gave us good advice, mrs Yvettes father too. The house is located within walking distance of the city`s heart and was nice and clean with... More

We are a couple and stayed in the Purple House for a total of 5 nights during our stay in Cuba, 04/2013. Alejandro and Ivette gave our stay a great touch with their enthusiasm, advices, help and conversations during our stay. Alejandro is the best tourist guide ! Breakfast is good , the room is clean and has everything you... More

Dr Alejandro and Yvette are the best of hosts (Dr. Alejandro's father is great too). We traveled all over Cuba, but on our 4 days at the Purple House we learned more, and laughed even more, than anywhere else. The Purple House is close to the true heart of Havana, and Dr. Alejandro knows all the great sights and sounds... More

My sister and I went to Havana in feb 2010, and had a fantastic stay at this casa. The location of the casa was perfect, and the people who owns the place are lovely and helpfull. We have recomended this place to every person we know are traveling to Cuba, and we will keep on doing that.. Keep up the... More

I've been there twice with some friends, always enjoyed our stay. Ivette and Alejandro treat us as part of their family. Clean house, big rooms, hot water. 2 minutes walking from "la Casa de la Musica" and few minutes walking from the "Havana vieja". For sure when we return to Cuba we will stay here again!!!

Mrs. Ivette and Dr. Alejandro will welcome you in their nice and tidy house with plenty of space. Good access to bathroom facilities. The house has a central location in San Nicolas street, close to the Casa de la Musica. (We went there to see the locals (in all ages) dance for their lives during a hefty salsa concert, great... More

We stayed at the Purple House during a March bike trip to Cuba. We were warmly welcomed by Dr. Alejandro, his wife Ivette and Ivette's parents who ensured our stay was comfortable, relaxing and a true Cuban experience. Alejandro and Ivette's parents live in the house and are wonderful caretakers at the house. We enjoyed their company very much. Breakfasts... More

Ivette and Alejandro have 2 houses next door to each other, one with 5 rooms and the other with 3. My room was the front room in the house with 3 rooms, and I had my own bathroom and the most comfortable bed I slept in during my trip to Cuba! Ivette, Alejandro, their daughter and their dad, as well... More