I totally underestimated this place. Let's get the cons out of the way. The building is old. Ok. Most of the buildings in Sosua ARE old! You will not find a better place at that price point! The staff are amazing from the security, at the door to the owner, Ramona. Very friendly and accommodating. The place is located in the heart of all the action, and 10 minutes from the beach. The place is super clean. There is always someone sweepimg, mopping, or dusting. This was my first trip. I will definitely be back to Europa. They go out their way to make you feel like family. To the people that gave bad reviews...... You need your head examined! One review the guy said someone went in his safe and stole $400 from him and $200 from his friend. Was that after or before you smoked crack??😂😂😂 Again........ I totally underestimated the place because I'm used to staying in upscale places. This is not that place. It's a humble, plain Jane type of place. But, the service, and proximity to all the attractions, and your guaranteed safety is PRICELESS! Let's face it, if you're going there for the same reason 99.999% of the other travelers are going for......then, safety should be a priority! And, let's face it.....you are meeting strangers and bringing them back to your room. God knows, you could be bringing a serial killer in your room. If you fall asleep in Europa, you're perfectly safe because ALL VISITORS MUST LEAVE THEIR I.D. AT THE FRONT DESK. AND, THE VISITOR CAN NOT LEAVE, OR GET THEIR IDENTIFICATION BACK, UNLESS YOU ESCORT THEM TO THE DOOR! So, you are very safe. I will be returning on March 29th. While I toyed with the idea of booking in an upscale place.......im spoiled with the treatment I received in Europa. I feel like I made new family, and I can't WAIT to see my family AGAIN!!!