Hospedaje La Libertad

If you're up for a cheap dorm bed, this is one of the better ones in town, set in spacious and airy wooden rooms. There's kitchen access, free internet and a leafy patio, but the private rooms are drab in the extreme.

This small and peaceful budget choice is right by the busy weekend nightlife on Calle La Libertad, but offers a tranquil place to bed down. The mixed dorm has sturdy wooden bunks with spacious lockers alongside. Mattress surfers won't appreciate the open-topped shower area inside the room - lengthy sleep-ins are unlikely - but there's plenty of space and cleanliness, and a security guard is on duty at night. The lush courtyard area is highly appealing, with one hammock so large it's rumored to have devoured several travelers. The value here is really noticeable when you consider that all prices include a simple breakfast, internet and lockers. There's also a kitchen you can use, an excellent notice board packed with info and cheap international phone calls on offer.