Playa Manzanillo(Hotel Posada Playa Manzanillo)

This place is beyond disgusting. Mould, cockroaches, uncleaned poop stains in the toilet, spider webs hanging from the ceiling (would've taken 1 minute to clean), cardboard on the windows with huge gaps for any insects or rodents to freely enter the room, ceiling ventilator about to fall out, and to top it off the staff are rude and cunning. We were supposed to stay here for our time in Puerto Escondido, but ended up booking another hotel almost immediately upon our arrival, as our rooms were quite frankly, gross. It looks nothing like the pictures they have on the booking sites. There was actual rodent poop in one of the beds, and the doors had huge gaps both over under, leaving it free for cockroaches and other insects to enter the room - which they did. The pools were overrun with children and families with babies not wearing diapers. Not exactly the kind of water you want to take a dip in. None of the lamps had screens to cover them making the light very uncomfortable. The wifi didn't work and in one of our rooms the aircondition was over 63 decibels loud making it unbearable to use. The bathrooms obviously hadn't been cleaned, since there were hair from previous guests lying around and poop flakes in the toilet. The family that owns the place are very inhospitable. When we voiced concerns about the unacceptable conditions they got rather angry and later called us racists and said they would report us the police. I've never experienced anything like this before, and I am honestly shocked that these people can act like that and still be on international booking websites, as they are obviously running a scam. After no sleep the first night, we went to another hotel early in the morning, where we were met by smiling staff that were very kind and helpful, luckily making the rest of our visit a lovely time. I don't know how Hotel Posada Playa Manzanillo can continue to operate. My only advice to anyone reading this considering staying there is - do not do it.

Beautiful hotel run by a lovely Mexican family that guarantees to make you feel at home. Ended up spending a month at this place because I felt so much at home here. It doesn’t feel like your typical hotel, but more like a cosy complex that feels very warm and very personal. Somehow it attracts just the right kind of people. My neighbors became my friends and then we all became like family, struggling to leave the place and move on. We organized breakfasts and dinners in the garden, or sat on the veranda of the family’s house, drinking beers and listening to Mariachi with the family. The rooms are well maintained and daily cleaned. The cleaning ladies made my mornings with their smiles and friendliness. The building is old, but that gives it its character and vibe. The rooms are basic but beautiful. They can get quite hot, so make sure to air the room and keep the fan/ air conditioning on. It’s surrounded by lots of green, palm trees and mango trees that drop their fruits in March. And there is a nice pool to chill at. The place is ideally located surrounded by lots of interesting places to eat (El Curandero, La Morena, Comedor Tere & Los Primos Del Gringo to name a few) and get your coco frios from. In less than 15 min you are in Centro. Also a lavandería around the corner. Playa Principal, Bahia & Playa Manzanillo are in a short distance walk. My favourite beaches, places and the Benito Juárez ***** were a bit further (20-30min) but I liked my daily walks, that kept me in shape. You can also rent a scooter. If you are disabled or bad on your feet, I wouldn’t recommend this place, since there is quite the hill on the street of the hotel. Definitely a bit of a workout every day. If you are afraid of insects, what are you doing in Mexico? You are in a tropical place, so expect to run into all sorts of creatures, no matter where you are ;) But also lovely squirrels, hummingbirds and Iguanas. If you are looking for luxury and lots of facilities, this place is not for you. However if you seek simplicity, warmth and a place to feel at home and at peace, look no further! Also make sure to ask Fernanda for any tips! If you are lucky she might take you for some salsa dancing at the loveliest salsa bar in town, Fauno. I cannot wait to return to this place and family one day. My Mexican home away from home.