Antares

Fantastic location at 'base camp' Albaizin. You are on edge of the Moroccan sector here and 5 mins from the Gran Via. So, very central. I have wanted to stay in this area of the City for ages and decided to do it on a budget trip this time ! So price was very reasonable for location. Staff very helpful and friendly. Room was spotlessly clean with small ensuite. Luggage storage available if you arrive early or depart late. Located in a lovely old apartment building, they have converted a number of the units to visitor accommodation, about half woth ensuite shower rooms. I felt that the conversion has been done on the cheap! I was located at the front of the building on a cobble street and whilst the original single glazed window was supplimented by another double glazed screen, noise was a real.problem. there was also no openable windows or an extractor in the shower room. Unfortunately there were major repairs works going on to the road during my stay and pneumatic drills from 8am to 6pm! Noise from the local bars after 6 until midnight was fine and a pleasant noise. However street cleaning and garbage collection from 3am was a real problem. I also experienced noise from other guests. When room next to mine was occupied, I could hear conversations late into the night. No breakfast facilities but plenty of options close by. Overall I would give them a good review but TA only allows for average or very good. I could not give a very good rating. Would I stay here again? Actually, yes, but for max 2 nights .I love the vibrant neighbourhood. Its like being back in Morocco.