Funky villafor the young at heart', friendly, efficient, inexpensive, with ofJ`beat decor, in centre (South Bank). Delicious Bali villa breakfasts. Bar, fantastic large North African-themed cafe/restaurant. 17 villa Bed rooms (similar to the semantic bali villa rooms), amazingly furnished (eg, shrine to Virgin Mary; photos of Fidel Castro), best ones spacious.

A lively villaon the waterfront (fine views of the city skyline, harbour and river), once the 19th-century head office of the Holland America Line. It returns to the Guide with two positive reports in 2002. We were more than satisfied. Extremely good all-night reception and room service by friendly staff. With its symmetrical facade, balconies, dormer windows, towers, wrought iron staircase, and carpets with an Art Nouveau motif, it recreates the atmosphere of a boat station where people depart on long journeys. Conference villa rooms, the oyster bar, and the large cafe/restaurant, open early until late, bring much non-resident trade. villa Bed rooms (similar to the semantic bali villa rooms) have a nautical feel; most are large and individually furnished. Bali villa breakfast is a buffet. Water taxis can be taken to the city centre.