Ambato & Thomas Halflants, 010151 Baños, Ecuador
#47 of 58 hotels in Baños
Guests' ChoiceBased on 48 hostel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Location
9.4
Facilities
7.8
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Luke
United KingdomThe rooms facing the street are noisy, and by closing the windows to minimise this they become very hot too (no AC or fans). A fan in each room would solve this.
This is a cool, friendly hostel right on the central square. The rooftop bar is one of the best places to grab a drink in town, so it was great to have it right upstairs! Most evenings there's an event or activity to join in with. Private rooms are simple but comfortable, it was cool to get one with a hammock. The real stars of the show here are the staff: there was nothing they couldn't help with from arriving to leaving. A special shout out to Mishell, who helped organise everything from bikes, rafting, hikes, drinks out, dinner suggestions and more!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Jana
GermanyThe bathroom was okay, but old.
Perfect location in the center, everything close by. Beds are comfy, I love it when there are curtains. There is a great ecuadorian restaurant right underneath the hostel, I recommend to go there!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 19 August 2023
Benjamin
United KingdomIt can be a bit noisy, but that is the flip side of having a rooftop bar, it usually closes around midnight so it becomes quieter then
Really nice spot in the centre of Baños, great rooftop bar at the top, staff are super helpful, friendly and fun. I found myself extending my stay far beyond what I had planned
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 17 August 2023
Stephen
ColombiaThe dorm room was very tight. No privacy
On site restaurant was excellent. Rooftop bar had outstanding views and was very comfortable.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 17 March 2023
Nicola
SwitzerlandThe hostel is very noisy until midnight. The bathroom smelled like a drain at the beginning and the hot water was sometimes not available.
The staff is very nice and helpful and is always in a good mood. Very familiar atmosphere in the hostel and one of the best rooftops in Baños. Very centrally located and with good breakfast.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 10 February 2023
Curtis
CanadaIt’s in the city centre and had a bar on the roof, so it can be a tad noisy at night if you’re trying to sleep
Overall it was pretty good value. The rooftop is beautiful, the rooms were clean.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 29 January 2023
Nicole
United StatesNo place to put belongings except for on the floor. Breakfast wasn’t great- just scrambled eggs and a roll. Wifi was spotty. Lots of noise, don’t stay here if you like it quiet.
Location and staff were great! You can book tours through them which was convenient. The rooftop bar was also very nice.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 23 January 2023
Asht991
United KingdomThe room booked was advertised to have terrace but I'm guessing the info actually means the rooftop. Communication barriers I'd never nice tring 😚
The hostel has a fantastic vibe and is very friendly. The rooftop area is really nicely designed and inviting. Also the selection of cocktails was very good and made it hard to choose what one to have. The room was good and very clean with lots of stage space in the wardrobe which was great for me and my 2 friends. The staff were chatty and very helpful too. Also super fast wifi. There is also cool art hung around the hostel.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 30 May 2022
Nadia
Netherlandsthe room was quite small and the curtains were not covering (the light)
was clean and safe and perfect location. also the rooftopbar was cool and the people were very nice.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 6 February 2022
Lloyd
United StatesToo noisy. The rooftop bar was nice, but the music was loud. There was no real chill out quiet area.
The staff was exceptional. A good party hostel.
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 29 November 2021
Javier
Denmarksome interior a bit old
well I like the roof top bar, and since I’m solo traveller I want to meet new people.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 16 July 2021
Camilla
SpainNot really any compaints
Great location and staff, as well as good quality breakfast. I stayed in a shared dorm which was up to my expectation. The room was full, which in Covid times is difficult but in my opinion good for a solo traveller who wants to meet people. The wifi worked well. They had a very nice terrace and bar - top 10!
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: 9 June 2021
Sarah
United StatesIt was not the cleanest hostel though, but okay for the price. It was pretty quiet when I was here in June 2021, so I didn’t meet many other travelers.
The staff were so nice! And the location could not be better. There is a view of the mountains and the little Central Park. The breakfast was good, but I don’t think it’s included in the price. There is also a laundry service for 1.75 per kilo.
Stayed in June 2021
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Shelley
United Stateseverything was great.
I came as a solo traveler and picked it because of the rooftop bar/restaurant. But I stayed for days longer because the staff was so nice and friendly and I met many awesome travelers on that roof deck. Plus the location can’t be beat.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 August 2023
Brian
United StatesLocation, rooftop, and super friendly and helpful staff
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Khushg
United KingdomVery noisy at night. Also left our laundry with them one morning but they weren't able to do it until the next day.
Location was central, rooftop bar was good and the showers were nice and hot.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 22 June 2023
Dov
IsraelCons: Room was dirty. Our sink in the bathroom was dripping and every time we walked in our feet got wet. Our room was on the Main Street and the widows are not sound proof at all - lots of noise.
We stayed 3 nights at the hostel, overall we enjoyed our stay but there can be some improvements.. Pros: Staff was super friendly. Breakfast was great and versatile. Nice rooftop bar. Easy to book activity’s in banos. Great location.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 28 April 2023
Josephine
Belgiumwe were sleeping in the room right next to the hallway and it was quite loud at night
the location was perfect, right in the middle of the center
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 23 February 2023
Tracy
IndonesiaBad: - no hot water in the shower for the entire night - bathroom smelled funky when we got there and never really improved - we had the room with 2 beds for 3 people, and it was a pretty tight space. There was one table for storing stuff and a nightstand, but not much room otherwise.
Good: - great location - really nice rooftop terrace with a bar
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 30 January 2023
Ana
BrazilIn my room was a bit loud
I absolutely loved this hostel! It's in the center of the city where all restaurants and bars are. The staff is super helpful and they organize all tours in Baños for you! The rooftop bar is amazing and a very good place to meet other travelers!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 8 January 2023
Alexandra
CanadaToo much noise to be able to sleep because of the rooftop until 1:30 AM and in the road until 4 AM … we can ear what the other people are doing and saying in there room/dorms.. the worst night ever in a hostel
Staff
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 7 December 2022
Raoul
Netherlandsthe staff is so kind and helpful! especially Majo she give me realy open and welcoming vibe the whole stay!
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 12 September 2022
John
United StatesThe staff was very welcoming and accommodating, making sure we knew all about the area and felt welcomed to the hotel. Breakfast was great, and the rooftop bar had great views and solid drinks. Beds were very clean!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 8 June 2022
Carla
United StatesThe parking situation was a bit far from our hotel. In the information of the hotel online said parking included which was assumed at the hotel spot itself, not 2-3 blocks away.
the vibe from the place was so beautiful and amazing. My boyfriend and I felt welcomed and love the place. Such a beautiful spot for our first trip together. Amazing staff
Stayed in May 2022
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