Villa Serena Apartments

Bit and switch. When I booked this it was $98 a night, but when I checked in it was $154!!! For that price I could have stayed at a NICE hotel. First, the property is a nice and attractive old property locarted in the old cuity, which was convenient for walking. BUT, we had to climb two flights of very precarious stairs and got caught up in the bouganvillea vines on the way up. Then the water stopped the first day for 12 hours; they don't clean the room until you leave; you are provided nothing extra like bath mats, toilet paper, etc. For the price we paid we would have had a nice hotel room in the Gold Zone. I was NOT happy with the experience and would not go back for the price, primarily because I booked at a lower price than I actually paid. Yes it was during the eclipse, so I expect they changed the price once they realized I had booked during a week that offered high demand.

Great location with fantastic, helpful and friendly staff. The apartments are basic but clean. Some offer little privacy due to the closeness of neighbours. Mainly an overwintering place for old gringos. Small, unheated pool. Nice patios, some with views. Recommend.