the black cat

the black cat inn (el gato negro) is the hotel where we stayed in Antigua.  it’s a very neat little place.  like many of the restaurants and other establishments there, it is an open-air environment.  the hallways are open to the elements, as is reception and the small bar, and there is even a lounge set into a cubby in the wall.  the whole setup centers on a lush courtyard and there is a deck on the roof.

the black cat is both a hostel and a small hotel, with about six private rooms.  it is a couple blocks from the main square, near everything.  the people are very friendly and they make some excellent breakfasts there!

anyhow, I mostly just wanted to do a post on the black cat to post a few photos, so here they are:

  

courtyard views

 

open-air lounge (with tv)





 



relaxing



 

roof top deck

 

hammock on the edge of the courtyard

  

 

view from the roof top



 

  

and finally... the "suicide shower" -- hey, if you want hot water...