There are just so many stories to tell about this place.
Before it became a luxury hotel, the 1930 building had fallen on hard times.
For at least the past century, working-class Cayo Hueso has played a central role in Havanas musical history.
From left: A guest-room balcony at Tribe Caribe, in Havana’s Cayo Hueso district; Cuban artist Carlos Quintana’s mural in a courtyard at the hotel.Credit:Nestor Kim/Courtesy of Tribe Caribe
The artists and musicians who remain are Tribe Caribes lifeblood, just as they are Havanas.
Tribe Caribes commitment to the citys creativity extends well beyond the its doors.
I want to initiate the door to a conversation.
From left: The 1930 building that is home to Tribe Caribe; a view of Cayo Hueso from a third-floor suite.Nestor Kim/Courtesy of Tribe Caribe
We always emphasize that travel is easy and safe.
When purchasing flights online, youll be asked to select your reason for travel.
Selecting Support for the Cuban People allows for virtually unrestricted individual travel.
A spread of Spanish tortilla, tacos, salad, and fruit at Manteca, the hotel’s restaurant.Nestor Kim/Courtesy of Tribe Caribe
The use of American credit and debit cards remains restricted, but many businesses accept U.S. dollars.
Layman suggests arriving with about $100 per day in cash.
Leave generous tips where you’re free to, and avoid haggling.
Commissioned artworks on display in a junior suite.Nestor Kim/Courtesy of Tribe Caribe
Vintage furnishings in a guest room at Tribe Caribe hotel.Nestor Kim/Courtesy of Tribe Caribe
