10/10 Excellent
Adam V., Kansas City, MO
Jul 2, 2018
It was everything we needed!
This is a newer, 2 story, 3 bedroom, 2 bath typical Mexican middle class home. This home was perfect for our family of six (dad, mom, and four children). The home is located in a gated community right off Federal Hwy 307 and is only a 10-15 min drive to downtown PDC. This home is simple yet was very nice and clean with separate remote-controlled AC units in each of the 3 bedrooms and one in the living room. Each bathroom has a toilet, sink and shower stall. The kitchen has a smaller, mid size fridge, range/gas stove top and oven. The home is equipped with adequate utensils, dishware and cookware to prepare meals. The neighborhood is very nice and is located in a gated community with a 24/7 guard on duty who controls the electric gate. We met and spoke to a couple of the friendly neighbors. Except for the occasional barking of the dogs from the home in the rear, the area is quiet. The dogs for the most part, did not disturb our sleep. The beds were clean and comfortable. They are quite firm so that can be good or bad depending on your personal preference. I love firm beds so no problem there. Clean towels in each bedroom. If this is your first time visiting Mexico or staying in a Mexican home, there are a couple things you need to accept that you might have at home or in a big resort hotel: water pressure throughout Mexico is typically low so be prepared for that when showering or washing dishes. This home is conveniently located (about a 7 min walk) to the nearby Oxxo convenience store, a restaurant right next to it called Dia y Noche (excellent food and friendly owners), a new gelato shop, a bank, pizzeria, and a gym. If you take a right out of the neighborhood onto Xel-Ha Ave, you'll see another Oxxo and right next to that is Xel-Ha Lavandería (laundry mat) which is full service and will wash, dry, fold and wrap your load of laundry and is ridiculously inexpensive. A pharmacy, grocery stores, bars and eateries are found further down the road. This home is perfect for families or anyone not into the resort thing and wants to blend in and enjoy life with the locals. Nicola is friendly, gets back to you quickly and gives you ideas on where to visit. If you are looking to be pampered and have every service at your disposal, this isn't the place for you. But if you want less expensive, real cultural experience with a great location and clean and comfortable arrangements, especially with a bigger group and children, this home is a sure bet!
Adam V.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2018