I stayed at the room at the front of the property which is larger, has access to a deck, comfortable chairs and a table, and lots of natural lighting. The large shower had ample hot water and pressure, and there is a microwave and mini-refrigerator. The AC is ample, and a small fan and emergency lantern are nearby. There may be TV in the future.
To address mosquitoes, the manager, Gilbert, provided each night a coil which burned for several hours and there is also a mosquito zapper lamp next to the bed.
I felt safe. Gilbert, the owner, lives on the property. There is a 24 hour taxi stand across the street which provides eyes on the street at all times. You pass three doors, two requiring keys, to enter the room.
I felt safe from crime while walking to Sheriff Street and several blocks up and down that busy area, but there are no sidewalks and cars drive in the shoulder and at fast speeds, so take care. There are also a large number of stray dogs rambling around, but none was ever aggressive.
The location of Carri’s had several advantages: (1) the 24 hour taxi stand across the street, (2) an acceptable restaurant and sports bar “OMG” on the corner. (3) a grocery store which accepts credit cards, “Survival,” just a couple of blocks to the right on Sheriff Street (4) a classy coffee shop with pastries and sandwiches “Blue Bel one block to the left on Sheriff Street (5) a high quality Indian restaurant , Aagman, a few blocks to the left. Again, there are no sidewalks .
