The La Renta Hotel & Spa

For about $5 a night, this is a good option if you're on a tight budget. It's right in the heart of the old quarter, and while the rooms are very basic, the air conditioning worked well and the shower was great. Andy at reception was also a great guy and helped us with everything. I'd definitely recommend it.

We arrived late after a flight, exhausted, and found a horrible room and bathroom. There were bed bugs, stained bath mats that looked bleached, and bugs came crawling out of the fridge when we opened it. The whole place felt dirty, so we left right away and had to wander around the city at night to find another hotel. When we tried to explain why we were leaving and check out, there was nobody at the desk. We returned the next day to try again, but it was still empty, with no bell to ring. We emailed La Renta to explain how disappointed we were and never got a reply.

Both rooms we booked were clean. The first was spacious, while the Superior Room was smaller and had a clogged drain. We arrived early in the morning, and the staff were friendly. One of them even gave us an extra bottle of water before we left.

If you're mainly looking for a convenient base to explore nearby attractions, the location is the best part of La Renta Hotel & Spa. The rooms and facilities are plain and cover the basics, with nothing fancy. It's a reasonable pick for a short visit if you care more about where you are than comfort or luxury.