The hotel is on the edge of the historic centre and close to bus & rail stations. Although on a main road, it is quiet. The external appearance is not encouraging as the neighbouring buildings are very rundown - indeed grim. The hotel is modern inside. Our 2 rooms were on the 4th floor, ie the attic. The conversion made... More

A very nice, clean and small hotel, that has a modern interior encased in an old and somewhat decrepit exterior (hor historic conservation purposes, the front of the building cannot be altered). Very good breakfast and excellent location.

Business style hotel, comfortable bed, clean, travel lodge style hotel. Great value for money. Friendly staff. I didn't have the breakfast so I can't comment on that. Great location 5 minutes walk from the bus and train station, opposite the Centro Niemeyer(complete with view) and a couple of minutes walk from the town square. Would recommend for a no frills,... More

Clean and nice small hotel. Reasonable price. The hotel crew is very friendly and helpful. I enjoyed my time in the hotel. The food is very good and at reasonable price too. The only "but" is the area where the hotel is located... it is in front of a park known famong the locals for "pick" up ... however during... More

I stayed just one night at the El Magistral and was pleased. Although it is an older building, the interior appears to have been recently remodeled. The room was comfortable, clean, and modern. Although fairly simple, it was nice. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I did not have a reservation and arrived early in the day (around 10... More