“A rather tired and outdated hotel next to an industrial area.”

Although breakfast was included in my reservation, the person who greeted us (as the receptionist didn't seem to be around- and had left the room key and front door code written on an envelope) informed me in no uncertain terms that it was not as soon as I arrived and enquired.

“Gets all the important things right!”

The hotel is a one star hotel (and those leaving poor reviews should perhaps remember this!). And yet we had a spacious room, comfortable bed, private bathroom with nice hot water and excellent WiFi. Luis, who welcomed us was fantastic. We are cyclists and had flagged we'd need somewhere to store our bikes. We arrived, dripping wet after a tough day. Luis immediately made us cups of coffee. He explained we'd been allocated a large room to give space for our bikes and then offered to help carry them to the first floor. In the morning, he made us an excellent breakfast with all the coffee we wanted. Honestly, we've seen campsites that charge not much less (50 euros) and all you get is a square of dirt for your tent and communal showers. The day before we were at a hotel where breakfast would have cost us 20 Euros. Hotel Valle de Ayala could use a coat of paint, yes but the truly important things it gets right and at a very reasonable price. We'd stay there again without hesitation.

“Overpriced”

Nice staff.

Helpfulness and hospitality of the proprietor