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I chose to stay at Nu Hotel because I was only in Veracruz for two nights, and I was arriving by bus, leaving by early bus, and taking the bus for a day trip to Tlacotalpan (!) so it was convenient. The bus station is across the road. ||I enjoy walking, so the 25 minute walk to the zocalo (15 to the malecon) wasn't an issue. If you don't want to walk, cabs are plentiful.||First impressions weren't great - a (minor) mix up over my booking, the lift wasn't working, the room was like a furnace, and there were kids in the 'swimming pool' making more noise than a school at break time. ||I didn't plan on staying in the room after checking in, so I wasn't too concerned about the racket (even with the window closed, the walls are like paper), but I was more than a bit annoyed that it was still going on when I got back at 9pm with the intention of having an early night. The parents didn't seem to care; neither did the hotel. They eventually disappeared around 10.15pm. Could have been worse I guess. Luckily they were gone the next day, and the whole place felt a lot better.||The 'swimming pool' is nothing more than a big bath. You couldn't swim in it if you tried. And you couldn't relax in it like a jacuzzi. The hotel's photos make it look like it's a nice, relaxing outside space, but it's tiny. You couldn't relax on a sun lounger if there was anyone in the pool. You'd get wet. And annoyed. It serves no purpose other than for kids to make a noise in!||Aside from the 'pool' problem, Nu Hotel is actually very good value:|- the room is spacious|- standard of cleaning was fine|- comfortable bed|- great hot shower|- wifi was okay, although it has a habit of freezing every now and then|- security safe|- effective (but noisy) aircon|- hot/cold drinking water on each floor ||There's a restaurant attached which looked inviting, and they also provide room service. But I didn't try the food, so I can't comment. ||In summary - don't choose Nu Hotel if you want a pool. And if there are no screaming kids there, you'll have a pleasant stay!