Location, location, and noise in the morning. A number of restaurants back onto the same alley as The Cuban Room and several garbage trucks come in, beeping away, as early as 6:30am. For tourists who want to be up bright and early to explore the city this might not be annoying. But I had more flexibility and resorted to ear plugs. This might not be a problem for rooms off of the alley. Still, a great value for money in a truly superb location.