The only good thing I have to say about this place is its location (close to the bus station, downtown, and local transportation stops). From the outside , its kind of charming. But inside,its really old, and the rooms really suck. We only paid about 35 US a night, so I guess I got what I paid for . If I had to do it again, I would spend a little more and stay somewhere else downtown. NOTE- Please dont confuse this or associate with the Hotel Alux in Playa Del Carmen, which was an absolute joy to stay at.

Right in the centre of Cancun. No massive infestations of gringo tourists. Just a few who stray off that crazy path of the resorts.
It is very loud as it is right downtown. BUT it is a block away from the main bus terminal! Great location in terms of travelling to other destinations. THis stay was only for one night before travelling onwards.
The price is okay (about $34-40 USD/night) but no breakfast means having to roam around.
We found a great restaurant just a block away which offered great veggie options (always have to ask the servers to make options veggie friendly and the food is always awesome). And LOTS of natural juices by the blenderfull. YUM!

This is a very average hotel, but it has a good location and a good price. There is a free internet computer at the lobby, and each floor has a complimentary drinking water dispenser. Most of the rooms are above a busy street (with traffic 24/7), so bring ear plugs if you are sensitive to noise. The staff does not speak english (they can quote the price but that's about it).

There is no breakfast, but all kinds of small shops where you can pick up something to eat are close by.

Clean, safe, and just a block from the bus depot in the centre of downtown Cancun--the location couldn't have been more convient. Stores, services, and buses are all within a couple of blocks. The bed was comfortable; the sheets were clean; the air conditioner worked; everything was spotless. Hot water: Who could ask for more?

No one speaks English, but everyone was friendly. My 60 words of Spanish got me through.

I paid MX$ 330 a night. A sign says that prices have been lowered; I assume because of the downturn in business. It also indicates US$30 a night as the rate, so you save a good 10% by paying in pesos. There's an exchange counter between the hotel and the bus depot. It's open in the evenings with good rates.

Other reviewers mentioned breakfast; no sign of it during my stay. I went to the big grocery store across the way for fresh croissants, yogurt, and orange juice. Pick up one of the sandwiches from the front counter. They're fresh and sealed, perfect for taking along for the day.