location: a five minute walk to the main town and beach
check-in: The young French owner greeted me in a very cold and uninterested way and was strictly there to give me my room keys then take my payment for the two nights. (cash only, no ATMs in town)
room: dark, damp, and an overwhelming musty odor. Room wasn't super clean, but no obvious dirt, either. Little spiders, mosquitos, and ants did creep though the cracks and holes but not that big of deal. Windows surround the walls and are screen only. Privacy can be had with closing the curtains, but makes it stuffy. No AC or fan. Shower was tepid only.
Sleep: The damp air made me chilled and I had to use an extra blanket that also smelled very musty like it hadn't been washed or aired out recently. You will awake feeling like you went camping.
Grounds: freshwater pool is best part of the hotel. The flowers surrounding it are very pretty and well cared for. The sand and bon-fire area is a great place to hang out in the hammocks and have a pina-colada. From there you can also view the river, but there's no real access to it like was advertised. Trust me, I tried.
Breakfast: typical bread, eggs, fruit, and fresh hot coffee. I've had better, but the real coffee made up for what the breakfast lacked.
Staff: Overall helpful and kind. The owner went around to each breakfast table suggesting day trips which was helpful, but in my opinion he lacks sincerity.
Overall: If I was traveling alone I wouldn't stay here again for the price, but if I was coming with my family I would due to the nice pool. I'd stay in the suite, which looks less moldy. But because Misahaulli is a very small pueblo, there aren't more than like 3 hostel options in town, so I guess this is as good as any. Don't expect a 4 star jungle resort though.
