What started as a sleepy 12-room hostelry—one of PV's very first—is now a busy 115-room downtown hotel. It's still a viable budget option, mainly recommended for its location on the north end of the malecón. Rooms are very basic; expect white-tile floors and fabrics with floral prints. The cheapest have no air-conditioning. Request a room facing the water, as much for the view as for the natural light; rooms facing the street are dark, making them feel cramped. Pros: Old-fashioned value near downtown, yummy Sunday brunch buffet under 10 bucks, inexpensive Internet use. Cons: No bathtub, older floors and furnishings, so-so beach.
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