Pousada Maragolfinho

“Mixed feelings”

We had read mixed reviews and weren't sure what we would get, but the price seemed good for what you got. When left with the mixed feelings about the place. The positives: It's only a little walk to the beach and the breakfast spread was amazing - one the best whilst 7 weeks in Brazil! The room w… Plus

We had read mixed reviews and weren't sure what we would get, but the price seemed good for what you got. When left with the mixed feelings about the place. The positives: It's only a little walk to the beach and the breakfast spread was amazing - one the best whilst 7 weeks in Brazil! The room was very spacious and had hanging space, en-suite and a fridge. The receptionist Bruna was friendly and helpful. You can also get discounts for a boat trip if you stay. Met the owner once, he was also helpful and offered advice The negatives: At check in, no information was given about the discount for a boat trip, where breakfast was served. We were there for two days and it rained solidly, so couldn't go on the boat trip, and asked the other receptionist (not Bruna) for things to do.... She couldn't offer anything. Seemed she was there for check in and check out and not other services or help. However this was just one member of staff, at check out we met the other receptionist and she was great, as were the ladies who did breakfast and cleaning! Bedroom had no window so it was dark and relied on air con, no fresh air. Ask for a room facing a verandah with big sliding doors. People have mentioned the location being terrible - we didn't think it was terrible and it definitely did not feel unsafe. To manage your expectations: it is not on the sea front like the other places are (but it doesn't claim to be - so no false advertising!) and there is no alternative 'attractive view' so if you are wanting somewhere for the view or 'ambiance' of being in the 'buzz' you will not like this place. However, if you want a clean place within minutes of the sea front and the buzz, and don't mind the road which leads to it is not tarred, or sealed, (so when it rained there were a few puddles after the rain) and don't necessarily want to meet other people - but just somewhere to sleep and do your own thing - then it's good value.

Moins