“A true home away from home”

What can I say? 11/10 score. The kindness of Miriam (and Luchito and Caballito) is unparalleled. I booked one night and staid for almost one month (!). Canelazo by the fireplace, empanadas, pizzas, homemade bread, cakes, bones for my dog Mango (!) and Italian coffee are just a few of the things that Miriam offered for free during my stay. My room was clean and comfortable, there’s parking for a few motorbikes or a camper van, the shared kitchen has all you need, the garden (with view of Tungurahua volcano!) is beautiful and was a great place for Mango to play :). Thank you for a wonderful time in Baños 🙏🏻

“Perfect place for simplicity and outdoor lovers”

Perfect destination for nature and simplicity lovers. If you travel by motorbike, there's space to park it and they accept dogs. There's hammocks, shared kitchen, grass to lay on and run and on clear days - view on the nearby volcano! They offer 2 types of breakfast for extra charge as well as Argentinian empanadas. The area is safe. Miriam, the place owner, is pure love, creating a community atmosphere and making sure you're well and happy. The place is not perfect but even if there's an issue, she's always ready to fix it.

“Great place to stay”

We had a great stay. The owner is very friendly and helpful. She even called knowledgeable friends when we had a question about the security of a certain bus tour. If you stay there you have to try her Empanadas! The rooms were clean and tidy, although aside from a bed and a small table there was not much in it. The common area and kitchen are cozy and well equipped. We also liked that the Hostel was located outside the town so you had a big garden with hammocks to relax in.

“Hippyish Hostel on edge of town”

Likes Quaint hostel with old style building with 'tired' but spacious rooms. There's a site cleaner. Owner and staff friendly, and coffee often offered! 10/15 minutes walk from bus station and town centre with plentiful bars & shops etc. Large garden to enjoy, weather permitting! Wifi/internet/network is excellent throughout, apart from the last night, when it was very poor, probably because of the weather. Kitchen basic but functional (although cramped if 2 or more guests trying to use at same time), with 2 lots of separate hobs (4 each), mini-oven, fridge/freezer, and microwave. Plenty of large pots, plates, bowls, etc. There was limited recycling of plastic bottles. Our room was at the front, close to the main road, but despite that, it was generally quite quiet at night. Ample hooks in bathroom and bedroom. The shower was hot and powerful as long as the water pressure remained high. Rooms were warm with plenty of blankets. Dislikes Access was through a double gated entrance that never seemed to be locked, and it's onto a road with many people passing, so a potential security risk. There was a strange chemical smell that kept appearing, not sure if it was from drain cleaning or the moth balls that were under the beds. The light in the bedroom and bathroom could have been better. It would have been nice to have a bedside lamp and bin. Bedroom storage was limited to a small bedside cabinet and a small shelving unit. There was a clothes rack, but only 4 coat hangers. The kitchen could have done with more smaller pots, not everyone wants to cook a large meal! Couldn't find anywhere to wash or hang clothes to dry. We were charged the tax, which we don't think is right, and only cash accepted. Apart from plastic bottles, there was no evidence of other recycling.

“Biker Bar Meets Bohemian Retreat, And We Loved It”

If you’re looking for a place that screams motor club with a splash of hippie energy, look no further. This spot has just the right balance of rugged and chill, like if a leather-clad biker and a free-spirited yogi decided to open a guesthouse together. The room? Solid. The kitchen? Fantastic. But the real star? The garden, complete with hammocks that made us question whether we ever needed to leave. Toss in some super nice staff, and you’ve got the perfect place to relax, whether that means swapping road trip stories or just swinging in a hammock contemplating life. Would 100% stay again. Maybe I’ll even get a motorcycle next time.

“Highly recommended place to stay in Banos.”

The owner Fabricio was so helpful and friendly. Well equipped clean kitchen and spacious eating and chill out areas. Added bonus of BBQ grill + open fire and huge grassed area. Excellent value for money. We had a queen size bed and private bathroom in a room away from the road noise which made our stay very comfortable. The hostel is on the edge of town, with a 5 minute walk to great fruit market 3 times a week and all shops you would need. Much better than staying in the town which is noisy and quite busy. We would definitely recommend staying here.

Amazing view! You can tell that the hostel put a lot of thought into the house decoration to make people feel comfortable and happy. It's a pity I've already booked a flight, otherwise I would like to stay here for more days.

“Great value hostel with extremely friendly staff and lovely view”

Fabricio was easily the kindest, most hospitable host I have ever encountered. He immediately made me feel welcome, gave me rides in his car and always played great music in the common area! Also he held onto my luggage while I went up a mountain for a night. The hostel is everything I look for - nice, well equipped kitchen, plenty of space, great value and very comfortable beds. I slept for 11 hours both nights I stayed there! It was the cheapest place available on booking.com and I can't imagine I'd have found anything better in town, or in Ecuador in general. My private room was actually cheaper than a dorm room in another hostel! Thoroughly recommend it!

“Would definitely stay there again.”

I didn't have breakfast. The views are amazing

Fabricio treats the guests not only as guests, but also as friends! I felt so at home. Very nice atmosphere I met very nice people. Peaceful view of the mountains with outdoor space, clean bathrooms, hot water, equipped kitchen, spacious bedroom. Just 5 minutes walk away from the centre, few seconds away from the river. I would definitely stay there next time!

“Amazing place just few min walk from the city, the owner speak fluent English and is very helpful :)”

“Everything was absolutely perfect!”

As soon as I arrived, Fabricio (the owner) greeted me calling me by my name..because he knew I was arriving. Few minutes after he offered me a better room, for no change of rate. In the following days he helped me with several things, also for unexpected issues I had. The accommodation itself is in a beautiful location, rooms are very nice and rates extremely competitive. I couldn't ask for more

“Pleasant stay”

Close to the city centre. English-speaking host. Well equipped kitchen

“Super friendly and helpful staff but the facilties could be in better shape”

Really friendly place, wonderful and helpful staff. Located just outside of the centre of town within a short walk of all the amenities.

It’s nice to have an outdoor area to relax in and the views are beautiful. The owner is also very warm and it’s a reasonable price.

The best. Came for 1 week, but I ended up staying for 3 weeks it was that good. Highly recommended

Super friendly staff, beautiful garden/common area outside, comfy beds

Nice placement and ever nicer staff!

“loud at night”

room was large

“Slice of heaven in Baños!”

Beautiful location with view of the mountains. The host was super friendly and accommodating.