El Palomar Hostel, Playa
Saturday, 3rd Mar 2007.
This place, the no. 1 youth hostel in Playa Del Carmen, has its advantages and its disadvantages. Its plusses are: its location (middle of town, across from the beach); and the people you can meet there. Its minuses are: the lack of space (really cramped dorms, and a twisting spiral staircase); and the cost (cheap for Playa, but overpriced for what you get). If you can handle the minuses, it's a great place to stay.
Rooms: crammed like sardines.
People: friendly, party-rearing bunch.
Staff: reasonably friendly, and speak some English.
Location: middle of town, next to the beach — perfect.
Food: basic breakfast.
Internet: free for 15 mins (1 PC).