I had just been in Granada about 6 weeks before, and stayed in a very nice hotel right on the square. This time I wanted something more authentic, and Casa Anita far exceeded my expectations! Casa Anita has everything you want from a hotel (proximity to everything, hot water, clean towels, pool, safety, ease of checkin / checkout) without the cons of a hotel (noise, can't come and go as you please, less privacy) and on top of that, you have your own private pool, washer / dryer, refrigerator, TVs and stereo system, WiFi... what else could you need? After paying more for a hotel room than I paid for Casa Anita, I feel almost ripped off. Couldn't believe the beauty of this home, and it is in a perfect location to see the market, Iglesia Merced, Calle Calzada, all the restaurants and bars / shopping areas, and on a very safe street. I even had a few Nicaraguan friends comment on what a great location it was! Air conditioners are perfect for sleeping, but otherwise the air flow of the house keeps it cool, and we even enjoyed swimming on a rainy day. I travel quite a bit, but have never felt as at home as I did in Casa Anita, and will definitely come back again and again!