Meliá

Frommer's Review

This city hotel with southern hospitality, which has no connection with the international hotel chain, attracts businesspeople. It is located a few steps from the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe and from the Parque de Bombas (the red-and-black firehouse). Although this old and somewhat tattered hotel was long ago outclassed by the more expensive Hilton, many people who can afford more upscale accommodations still prefer to stay here for the old-time atmosphere. The lobby floor and all stairs are covered with Spanish tiles of Moorish design. The desk clerks speak English. The small rooms are comfortably furnished and pleasant enough, and most have balconies facing either busy Calle Cristina or the old plaza. The shower-only bathrooms are tiny. Breakfast is served on a rooftop terrace with a good view of Ponce, and Mark's at the Meliá thrives under separate management. Note: There's no pool here.

Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; limited room service; rooms for those w/limited mobility; pool

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