Montañita

2.5 star property
Mountain hostel with outdoor pool, near Montañita Beach

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Rockstar Suite
Business centre
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa services
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Microwave in a common area
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor swimming pools
The price is CA $36
CA $36 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Rockstar Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bed in Small Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Small Room Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
Calle Guido Chiriboga y Av. Tercera, Calle de los Cocteleros, Montañita, Manglaralto, Santa Elena

What's nearby

  • Montañita Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Montanita Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Montanita Spanish School - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Montanita Point - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Olon Beach - 9 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl. Airport (GYE) - 64 miles/102.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wave - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante El Surfista - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shankha - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Ebenezer - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tiki Limbo - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Montañita

Montañita offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Montañita Beach. Guests indulge in spa services, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a terrace are other highlights.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 78 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • The host will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Specific rooms only*
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Yoga classes
  • Surf lessons
  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Spa services
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, nonresident travelers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Selina Montañita Hostel Manglaralto
Selina Montañita Manglaralto
Selina Montañita
Montañita Manglaralto
Selina Montañita Hostel
Montañita Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Montañita Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Manglaralto

Frequently asked questions

Does Montañita offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Montañita does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Montañita?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Montañita?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per night. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Montañita?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Montañita.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Montañita?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Montañita and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as surfing. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostel's other amenities, which include spa services and an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Montañita?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Montañita like?
Montañita is a short 1-minute walk from Montañita Beach and 3 minutes' walk from Montanita Church.

Montañita Reviews

Reviews

6.8

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Don’t stay here. There are better options!!
We checked out after one sleepless night. Our room was so loud inside it felt like we were in a nightclub, but worse, because it was a mixture of 3-4 nearby clubs and bars music. The hostel itself hadn’t even started any live music yet when we arrived. I don’t know how the Hostel can actually charge money for this room, let alone nearly 100 dollars. The atmosphere was dead, the hostel is really big and not particularly communal. You’d be much better off in a cheaper and smaller place 5-10 minutes out of town. We checked out and were told we might get our money back if they let the room out again. They did sell the room but did not give us our money back. One of the managers was very rude about it saying that we were told it was a party hostel Nowhere on hotels.com does it call itself a party Hostel. This place is unfit for purpose. The wifi doesn’t work in the rooms. The kitchen was smelly and dirty. One of the cupboards smelled strongly of mould. There were no forks.
Alyss, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Please do not stay here! An absolute joke.
The single worst hostel OR any place I have ever stayed. So loud my partner and I were shouting to each other (I’m not joking) in the same bed. We were given ear plugs on check in but they were not even close to good enough. We were here for one night of 4 before we left, they refused to refund us. And it was a private room at $100/night There is no Wi-Fi any where near the bedrooms only the lobby and it’s intermittent. The free water station has been empty every time I’ve seen it. The bar is dead all evenings (we keep walking past to see if it’s better) so it’s not like there is even a good atmosphere there. I’ve worked in hostels and clubs whilst travelling and this one is like no other. The other salina hostels are much better. The kitchen has one knife, a broken fridge and broken microwave. The bedrooms are in between 3 clubs. I have attached a picture of where I would rather stay and spend my money. The manager is also unapologetic and rude.
Josh, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Not as advertised. I called you all 2 times for a partial refund, but you keep giving me the runaround I did get the insurance. This property was not as advertised. This property was not as advertised to me. I had to move. They took my keys and said only you can give refund. Back and forth with just giving me a refund.
Lisa, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Juliana, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

AYLIN, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Viviana, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Me encantó La ubicacion, la limpieza, las instalaciones, la rumba
ANGY, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great location if you can handle the loud music
If you are in Montanita to party, Selina is your place. The location in close to everything and the service from staff was actually very good. They have daily events and keep you updated. The downside to Selina is also the location. The clubs on both sides play loud music with heavy bass that reverberates through walls until 4am. Even wearing headphones playing white noise, it was near impossible to sleep until the music stopped at 4am.
Scott, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The front wasnt helpfull and they kept us going bavk and forth to get our room because the rooms werent clean...
Diana, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great location on the beach. Very loud music till 4 am from the nearby club on Saturday night.
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Jose, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good
Excellent service and professional staff, the wifi is low, probably due to the provider. The hotel need a little mantainance, they r working on it. Good job
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

The room had a terrible smell, the floor was dirty and sticky, there was no soap in the bathroom. The toilet seat was all scuffed and needed and update asap. The bathroom curtains and door were all splattered with stains, there was no hot water and the noise from the nearby club was extremely loud. I would expect a lot more for the priced that we paid.
JA, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Tsvetelina, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

I never stayed here! Property was listed in close proximity. I was thinking walking distance from my search location. Being it was after 10pm when eye found myself stranded in a foreign country with my 7 year old, a low cell battery, and speaking very little Spanish. With that said i ended up being suggested this hotel. However upon booking and address check Google maps showed no transportation available. I asked a local who told me that street was not in that town. There were about 10 other hotels or hostels where we could have stayed. This IS what happened HOTEL RINCON D'OLON SAVED US.... THE OWNER DIDN'T EVEN CHARGE US RIGHT OFF THE BAT UNDERSTANDING MY SITUATION. BUT THIS HOTEL REFUSED TO RETURN OUR MONEY. It's totally unfortunate as we are not here for vacation but seeking asylum. Boy, this hotel must need every dime as much as we do. A partial return would have been better than nothing.
1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

2/10 Poor

Price of the room is extremely expensive for what the offer, no breakfast, share bathrooms, the room has AC but the staff does not provide the controller. Room size is extremely small, the whole space is occupied by the bed, no room to even walk, it´s like a prison cell. Share bathrooms per floor, the room I was given had no windows, it rain that night and water drop into the bed.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Great place if you don't need much sleep (but that is to be expected in Mantanita) and are not too fussy about cleanliness or ambiance. We were however quite disappointed after staying at a really good Selina hostel in Cuenca. This one did not compare - it was very run down, no chairs to sit on by pool, few and uncomfortable chairs at breakfast location and no relaxing spaces like at the other hostel.
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Alejandra, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The room is so small, the menu of restaurante is very good. no hot water for a shower. Is a best place for to do a party, music everyday at 8 am to 3 am.
Carol-Ann, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

If you are going to party this is a great place. If you want to sleep do not stay here. This is a cheap place to stay but it is with good reason, the private rooms are extremely basic and the shared bathroom was a toilet with a shower in the corner. The shower curtain was falling apart, it was a home to many mosquitoes and smells really bad. The room also smells but it's a little better than the toilet. If you enjoy listening to four or five songs at the same time whilst trying to sleep this is the place for you. I'd recommend anywhere else :)
3-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excelente hotel Enjoy It breakfast and the incredible pool
Jonathanp, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Not so good experience.
Well, I just feel like an abandoned property in some areas. For the pricey room of $48 they should be much better. The room was nothing as the one I saw in the pictures, are small and bathroom are super small and rustic, not modern. I know it is in front of the beach, but still you can find a better room with better services, like free classic breakfast, room in front of the beach, hotel in better condition, for the price of $25 a day tax included. The people working in there some were nice and some weren't. Need to have tv screen in the room. Need to be faster check in and check out. Need to make it gay friendly, Hey, you wana feel safe and happy. Need to have better promotions in the bar and more drinks selection. It was a part in the hotel in restauration, I think..looks bad. In general its a ok hotel for $20 a night, not for $48.
daniel, 1-night romance trip
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