I've stayed in both.
Platino twice, and
Los Jardines 3 times.
I prefer
Los Jardines, it's my default spot when in
STI.
Los Jardines is a little bit nicer hotel, with better ambiance in a decent neighborhood.
However...Platino has some property/grounds/grass to walk chill...
Platino is in a complex set back off Estrella Sadhala.
There's no neighborhood, but you are right across the street from the University.
The avg room at Platino is definitely bigger, but it's luck of the draw. For the same price..you might get a great room, or a shitty room.
I like a lot of natural light..I like bright sunny rooms..
All of the Platinos rooms (6 between me and friends) I've seen have been dark.
Los Jardines is noisier..most windows are close to the street, so you hear motos going back and forth.
Rooms are definitely small...not like a euro hotel/closet..but still small for the basic room.
Although the rooms are different, they are consistent in their pricing for similar sizes.
I always upgrade to the level just above basic.
Distance to Monument area is a wash for both.
Both are girl friendly. Don't recall if Platino asks for the girls ID, but
Los Jardines does not.
Platino has a disco next door, that gets crowded late on the weekends,
Platino is maybe 50 yards from 2 all night food spots.
Los Jardines is walking distance to many, many spots...
but don't think you can eat late around there without a car..
Hope this helps..
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