im looking to stay in TB for 5 days. what is nice but cheap?
Please define cheap. Golden Sands is a great place located right on the beach for rooms ranging in price from $40 US - $80 US per night.
I have stayed in (twice each) and would highly recomend Irie Rest (Billy's Bay), Vikings House (Great Bay) and Shakespear Cottage (Frenchmans).
Waikiki (? spelling) also looks like a good deal.
Why a "hotel"? I have stayed at Sandy Hill Cottage guest house twice, with kitchen failities available to guests, and will return. Rates are negotiable! See the Kaibu listing.
You could also try Treasure Trove Cottage, located on Frenchman's Beach.. please check the website: http://www.treasuretrovecottage.com/.
Have a good trip!!