"Awesome fun! - I went to Casa de Arena with some friends and it was great! Everyone was really friendly, the bar staff were great, the pool was beautiful, and the service was more than acceptable. It was really relaxing, fun and yes, at night it can get a bit loud -- but why would you stay at a backpackers if you weren't in it for the culture and sharing of your surroundings? Definitely a must if you a in for a groovy time and want to meet interesting people. But if you want to be an boring tourist who is only after the comforts of home, go... more »