Casa Dona Susana

Check-in was easy, bell hop led us to our room which was not ready so we had to go back to the front desk to get another room assignment. Second room was much smaller, faced the inner courtyard area. It also did not have a balcony like the first room did. It had one window which faced the inner courtyard area and another window with obscured glass to let in natural sunlight. Couldn't leave the courtyard window open for security reasons. I understand the location and "ocean smells" that occur but the room was quite musty smelling...beyond what I have ever experienced in an near-ocean hotel. A room with a balcony and window to the exterior would allow you to air the room out a bit. The bathroom was fine, shower a bit small but it worked for our needs. Decent closet with pelnty of hangers, a shelf, and a safe. The room also had a small 3-drawer dresser but every drawer slide was broken so it took a little work to open and close them. Overall, the location is the greatest value of this hotel. The lobby, courtyard and rooms are finished with typical spanish decor. The bed was quite comfortable and rooftop area and pool are very inviting and offer decent views of downtown and the farmers market area.