El Pescador was great for our family of four. It’s an older hotel without all the bells and whistles, but it’s clean, the staff are lovely, the pool is fun and the location is great for those who like to explore.
Our room had one massive king bed, three single beds, two balconies, AC and was basic, but quite spacious. The beds are firm (which I like) and you can hear traffic and music from the street.
The location is great as it’s within walking distance to anything you need: groceries, laundry, restaurants, street food, the Malecon, etc. There also a ton of taxis. The beach is rocky and less “white sand resort” and more neighbourhood hangout zone. We got water shoes and had a great time playing in the waves.
The staff are helpful, kind and accommodating to those of us who should have put more effort into the language before we traveled.
If you’re looking for a home base while you go out and explore, this is a great option. If you plan to spend a lot of time at your accommodation and not travel around, this may not be the place for you.
