We booked this hotel mainly because of its location, right on the beach. I regret so much not having read these reviews, we would have saved money and time, and a good night sleep...
First of all, i have to admit the guy in the lobby was friendly but our dissapointment began when we opened the door to an awfully musty smell, as if the rooms were not open in months to let air in... the lamp between the beds was burnt and almost breaking into pieces, the bathroom looked clean but really primitive. We hadnt spent 5 minutes in that room when we asked for another one.. oh man! The second bedroom itself was not that bad, but the bathroom... the light and bathroom fixtures: Non existent, the toilet hadnt been cleaned in days, the shower floor and walls hadnt been brushed between mosaics so you could actually see the mold growing up there. This bedroom hadnt been dusted in days! It was late so we decided to stay just for the night... and then the fun part begun.. this hotel is located near one of the loudest corners in Playa so you can imagine how well we rested that night... The next morning we talked to one of the managers and showed her the awful conditions of the bedrooms, she was understanding but never offered any kind of apology not even the refund (or the solution to get one..) when we said we were leaving, after that we saw 2 cleaning ladies dusting and brushing the room but it was TOO LATE!. We had booked another hotel... Seriously, this is not the place to stay if you are looking for cleanliness and peaceful nights. This hotel is ONLY for those who like to party all night and sleep during the day. It is such a waste because the location itself is good and it does look good from the outside.

Been to playa four times (so far) . This trip we were forced out of our regular place because
of construction and found this place walking back to get our car. Great value for a place on the beach not to mention free parking and 24/7 security. Good food, drinks, pool, and Steve's dive/snorkle shop just next door. Rooms are very clean and the maids leave you a new
towel animal every day. The A/C works VERY well (not noisy) and lots of hot water when
it gets to your shower. Can be a little loud at night because of the local clubs but WILL BE
BACK!!!

I stayed for 2 nights at the Costa Del Mar. This hotel is very basic. It's in a great location and an ok value for right on the beach, but it is not somewhere I would stay again. It is basically clean (though not spotless), things in the room functioned fine, no internet except in the lobby. But you get what you pay for. I walked up with no pervious reservation and negotiated a room for $70/night USD cash. The receptionist was very friendly and helpful, and very upfront about the fact that the place would be very nosy at night. She was right. It was VERY loud and lasted til about 3:30am. That being said, if you are looking for a basic place to try and sleep, and have a shower while you are in Playa, It's just ok. This place is not the greatest by far, but it's not wholy bad. It's just a room, noisy, and right on the beach.

I agree with the other reviewers. We got a fantastic deal. We were stranded in the area after our flights to Cuba were cancelled. It was one of the only hotels in town we could drive up to. The staff were friendly. Great spot right on the beach with deck chair service (love the buckets of beer) and great snacks, all inexpensive. Was a short walk to the strip for food and drinking, although I would get off the strip for the best value and best food.
The picked the room closest to the beach. Big Mistake. At 11pm the music started and not just a bit of noise. It felt like the club was happening in our room. I asked security at 12.30am when it was going to finish and they told me 4.30am and every night at that. The next day we moved to a quieter room. Though I must say the noise was probably drowned out by the sound of the air con which was loud. But better that then doof.
Rooms were basic, but clean. They make fantastic towel sculptures for you everyday. very cute.