Budget hotel with clean, comfortable rooms and hot shower.
Staff were friendly, but had little or no local knowledge, which was disappointing after my data roaming had cost £10 in the first hour of arriving on the island, and the wifi was difficult to find, even in the areas where it was supposed to be available.
There was a lot of noise during the night from the workers who seemed to be accommodated in the building (walking, and loud voices).
Recommendations:
- take earplugs.
- research places to eat and drink nearby before you get there.
- buy a pay as you go data SIM card for you phone when you get there - an Airtel Vodaphone one cost £5 for 5Gb.
- try The White Horse for delicious food and drink at à competitive price.
- there’s great food and service at Moitas on the seafront - it’s well worth the money
- great freshly prepared food at Thai Smile
- spend a day at the zoo - it’s fantastic and so tranquil - you can feel so close to the animals, and the cafe serves lovely food.
- use the buses… they’re incredibly cheap! £2.25 per ride, or buy a pass for several days. The number 2 bus passes the Hotel Talana.