El Sitio de Playa Venao

I loved that we had a hammock and outdoor loveseat and coffee table where we could relax in the mornings and while it was raining in the afternoons. Inside, I liked how spacious it was and that each room had it's own air conditioner. There was enough cook wear and utensils that we were able to make pasta for lunch and there was also an electric pot to boil water for coffee. The grocery store is a short walk away, as are many restaurants. The kids were able to book surfing lessons right on site, so that was a definite plus. The hotel had blue towels for the beach and pool, so we didn't even need to use our own towels. The drying rack was a great touch and we used it heavily with so many swimsuits and towels. We really enjoyed our stay here.

There was constantly music playing. Even before 7 AM the restaurant had music going and it was still going every night when we went to bed.

Absolutely everything! The vibe was perfect. The staff was superb. Chico welcomed us with open arms. Love you buddy. The food was spectacular. The beach was beautiful. Hands down the best of our trip.

Location is awesome! Million dollar views from restaurant and from ocean view rooms. The whole hotel is beautifully built, landscaped, and is very well maintained. With really nice hammocks too. And the food is excellent! Everyone was really nice in this family owned place, from owners to servers to ground keepers. The beach is famous for surfing, and wonderful for taking long relaxing walks. We don't surf, but will be back as often as we can.

The main advantage of this hotel is its beachfront location and lovely gardens.

The hotel is located by the seaside, which is its main advantage. However, overall, the property is quite worn out and does not match the price charged. The bathroom and beach towels were torn and/or stained. The pool loungers and mattresses are old and uncomfortable. The ground-floor rooms are extremely dark, giving the feeling of being in a cave rather than a relaxing hotel room. The shower head was loose and felt like it could fall at any moment, which was inconvenient and unsafe. Unfortunately, the hotel is clearly outdated.