Negrecita
Do not stay at Hotel Madjera(sp). It is a dump and the rooms are not that good. I have been in there to check it out and though inexpensive there are better options. I do not know Hotel Garant, I have seen it but do not know the hotel so can't give an opinion. I have been inside the El Candil and it is a nice hotel, unsure of costs but I can recommend in order that I like them:
Residence Los Pinos
Costa Lunga
Los Pinos is 30US a night no taxes. Most rooms have ac, kitchenette in all rooms, tv, security box, security guard, airport pickup. I usually always stay here in BC and balcony on 2nd/3rd floors.
Costal Lunga is nicer than Los Pinos but with taxes will be about 40US a night. Same anemities but with pool, internet center located there, and an italian restaurant there that I do not go to anymore because of high prices and the food is of moderate/good quality but not a place to eat on a budget.
Costa Lunga and Los Pinos are across the street from eachother and about a 3-5 minute walk to beach, depending on where you are trying to walk too. I really don't recommend staying near Duarte because it is loud especially at night. Both hotels mentioned are in peaceful setting and quiet. Costa Lunga which is nicer with pool but 10more approx a night with taxes, or Los Pinos which is cozy and clean for 30US a night, it depends on your budget and tastes.
dale7(Howard)