Hotel Ananda

The building is shaded by huge trees, and the outside patio is lovely and cool. There's plenty of hot water with good pressure, and my room had a large filtered water container with a constant supply. The fridge and hot plate both worked fine, and I felt I got my money's worth. It's a fun, relaxed place with a great hostess, close to restaurants and the big Zircatelo Mercado, which has just about everything but caters to tourists and charges accordingly. The beach known for surfing is a short walk away. Everything was very clean, I saw no bugs or roaches, and the beds and towels were changed every two days. There isn't AC, but there is a strong fan. The windows have no screens if you want to leave them open for the night breeze. I did, and didn't get too many mosquito bites.

Leilani (manager?) was super friendly and helpful. I loved staying at this guest house. It's a great location, walking distance to everything. The kitchenettes and sitting areas on each floor are spacious and well kept. From the third-floor balcony there's a great ocean view, plus a couple of hammocks for lounging.

Naleem, the owner, is a meditation teacher, and her kindness and wonderful vibes are the best thing about the place. It's a couple of blocks from Zicatela beach, so the location is quieter. The rooms are nice, with a large terrace and kitchen facilities for cooking your own meals. There's lots of refreshing breeze, especially on the upper floors. Highly recommend!

We felt at home and really relaxed here. The room was clean, with hot water, a kitchen, and an ocean view. The owner is a conscious yogi who has spent time in India, and she has a wonderfully calm presence. I'd definitely come back.