I didn't want to give too low a review because I believe this stay has the bones to be top-notch.
First off, the staff were incredibly friendly and accomodating. Very approachable.
The showers were in common spaces but that didn't really bother me since you can lock the door.
Security was pretty good, cameras everywhere and digital locks on room doors.
It seemed like nothing was attached to the walls though when it came to towel racks, screws sticking out of the tables in the shower room, and the swing lock being loose.
Rooms were very nice and rennovated, even if the smokey hallway makes you think otherwise.
The area has great food, it helps if you know Spanish. No one really bothers you if you don't bother them, use basic street smarts.
Overall, I think this place can be a great bang-for-your-buck with a few improvements which they seem already aware of.