Steve ensured that I got a room near reception and we can connect to the free hotel wifi from the room which is brilliant.
Mar Del Plata appears to be a tourist attraction but judging from what Steve has told us so far it's pretty basic. I'm looking forward to exploring it over the next few days.
We are about 4 blocks from the beach and have a supermarket and laundrymat close by. More info about the place may have to wait until tomorrow.
Here's some random trip pics...