Posada Mexico Hostel, San Cristóbal

This place is nice, but it has some serious shortcomings. It's definitely not the partygoer's hostel: after 10pm (yes, 10pm — ridiculously early!), they lock the front door, and you have to bang on it for up to a minute to get back in. The crowd was nice when I was here; but I heard that the crowd is much better over at the Backpacker's Hostel. I should have gone there instead; although I was happy with somewhere a bit quieter, I still like a good vibrant community. This time, Lonely Planet recommendations, you let me down.

Rooms: a bit crowded, but nice and clean.

People: nice crowd, but a bit subdued by the venue.

Staff: most are friendly, some are English-speaking.

Location: fairly close to everything.

Food: decent breakfast — but no seconds.

Internet: 2 PCs free (average quality).