Rustic meaning , all basic necessities very comfortable, simple, clean getaway without the glam and distractions of TV, room phones, and busy, crowded lobbies or public areas. Lots of natural wildlife were watched from hotel balcony and breakfast area from tucans, hummingbirds, squirrels to even a large sloth. Excellent breakfast each morning including a variety of fresh fruit. Stephanie and Becky were very helpful in suggesting and arranging a variety of activities from zip line to horseback riding to animal sanctuary tours. A close walk into town for a huge selection of tasy restaurants, street food, grocery stores, shopping and fruit stands. Lastly the proximity to numerous beaches from excellent surfing, stunning views to actual black sand beach on the north side of town. The friendliness and smiles on everyone's faces from locals to tourist to the hundreds of backpacking hostel dwellers reflects the safety and natural paradise of this little town, Puerto Viejo. Definitely worth a visit.