Hotel Smiling Crab
About this hotel
Located in the beach resort of Punta Sal, just 30 metres from the beach, Hotel Smiling Crab offers panoramic views of the sea, a terrace with a bar. The restaurant serves Peruvian and international dishes.
Amenities
Pool
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Beachfront / Waterfront
Family friendly
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Hotel in Canoas de Punta Sal
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsPool, Internet / Wifi, Beachfront / Waterfront and more
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Reviews
3.8/5.0
Good(76 Reviews)
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8.0
The room was clean and comfortable. I think we were the only guests. Very quiet and peaceful. The beach was very close and they had a rooftop pool.
The breakfast consisted of three toasted dinner rolls, butter and jam, juice, and coffee or milk. Eggs were extra. Only breakfast was available, no lunch or dinner. The nearest restaurants were a mile away.
8.0
Overall the experience was good and the price was good.
Ants in the room, not being able to get the
jets to go in the swimming pool and high prices for some things such as water and a surcharge for using a credit card. The breakfast was very minimal. The service was also good but not great. They didn't go out of their way for me. This is also the most isolated spot so you need to walk a ways of you want to try another restaurant, shop, use the chapel etc.
7.0
staff very helpful
Poor internet
10.0
Breakfast wasn’t included
7.1
Beautiful hotel, lovely room and easygoing restaurant, nice spot in front of the beach.
Punta Sal itself was completely dead, and the hotel isn’t where google maps says it is, so we walked for ages once our taxi dropped us off.
7.5
The restaurant was great!
4.2
Location good on very quiet, relaxed beach
much wildlife
What is the value of a life at the Hotel Smiling Crab, Tumbes, Punta Sal, Peru? If you want to put your life into danger and be told that it was your fault for touching a shower, which gave me a full electric shock, while being wet, and not being asked how you are or have any concern about my health after the event, then this is the hotel for you.
On Thursday 25th July 2019 at approximately 7.30 am I went for a shower, no hot water was coming from the shower unit, I noticed that the tap from the hot water tank had been turned off, trying to get hot water by turning on the tap, I received a full electric shock which was made worse by having wet hands, luckily I was not in the shower as this would have surely ended in my death. After recovering somewhat I went to the management and told them what had just occurred. The response was “I am sorry this has never happened before and that someone would be sent to fix it”. I clearly showed that my hand and arm were still trembling from the incident. Our plans continued for that day and on our return the shower had not been fixed. Some time later two men and the management team came to our room and inspected the shower. Clearly the manager was surprised during the inspection as she jumped when another electric spark was created. At this point I was told we could use the shower, only cold water and it would be repaired tomorrow. Throughout the whole experience no one has asked me, how I was, as I suffered a great deal of pain in my left hand and bicep.The next day again no one asked about my health, with the pain continuing in my left hand and arm (I had difficulties raising my left arm, over my shoulder). We also found out during the night that the entire water system was turned off, during this night my daughter was ill and visited the toilet several times and with no water this was very inconvenient for her. n our final night Friday/ Saturday morning.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Canoas de Punta Sal?
The average price for a rental in Canoas de Punta Sal is $105 per night. This rental is $44 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Hotel Smiling Crab. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Hotel Smiling Crab. Enjoy the water!
Is Hotel Smiling Crab pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Hotel Smiling Crab?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and laundry.
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