The hostel installations are nice, they let us shower and leave our luggage after our check-out

Stayed in August 2025

We stayed in the cabin by the river which was lovely, it was comfortable and clean but still felt like you were immersed in nature. The pool area and bar were spacious and great, breakfast included was ideal and the staff were super helpful with recommendations and planning.

Stayed in July 2025

Very cool place, quiet and green.

Stayed in July 2025

Its camping and the beds in the twin room were too small (dutch guys) hahaha

Nice, pool and in the nature, very kind staff

Stayed in July 2025

Pool was a little unclean looking

Great location, sociable and helpful staff, the river is so refreshing

Stayed in June 2025

I just thought it would be more isolated like some of the other accommodations. It was pretty much at the edge of the town. Just not quite what I was expecting.

Enjoyed the pool & bar. Only 2 breakfast options. Both were OK/not great. Pool looks like the photos

Stayed in May 2025

Just overall cleanliness, but I also would pick up any trash I saw myself. The property was well maintained, just seemed like a big space for a smaller staff to accommodate.

Pretty much everything was phenomenal! The pool, river view, giant rope swing are all amazing!

Stayed in May 2025

some sink faucets need to be reemplece it, to have all the toilet funcional,the web page for check in need to update the way to choose the birthday info.

Love the river ,the fruits, the birds, the swings over the river. Natura all around you

Stayed in May 2025

They charge for drinking water, and out of the four showers, only one was working.

Overpriced. My room was super cramped and there was no space for anything.

Stayed in May 2025

Very beautiful place a few minutes walking from minca, the staff is great but it would be good to have activities for the guests as it is a hostel, but apart from that very good experience overall!

Stayed in April 2025

The twin room was very small, we had some issues with the mattress which was dealt with, staff handled that really well. But overall, the room was not worth the money, small beds and awkward shape. Uncomfortable. The dorms looked way better.

Location, the happy hour activities, the property is pretty. The staff was quick to solve issues and very friendly.

Stayed in January 2025

mosquitoes were super annoying!

lovely place and pool

Stayed in January 2025

Jungle loft had no electricity during our entire stay and it was not fixed even though they promised. The pool was a bit dirty and didn't look very inviting so we didn't use it.

We stayed in three different rooms: Standard, King and Jungle loft. The Standard and King rooms were nice, but the Jungle loft wasn’t so good. Otherwise, the hostel was nice and the staff was helpful. They play music and organize parties (which was nice for us). The music didn't disturb us when we were sleeping. Breakfast was good but not included in the price. Other food and drinks at the hostel were also good. They give you a wristband to order food/drinks and ylu pay the wristband when you leave, convenient. The location is good if you want to stay near the center.

Stayed in January 2025

Unfortunately the pool wasn't the cleanest so we didn't swim. We stayed in a tent and were prepared for that (we love camping) but it was soooo dirty on the top, damp and musty smelling which was pretty unpleasant. At this price point it would be nice if they did something to try and air out these tents every once in a while. Would recommend staying in a dorm or room instead if you want to come here and enjoy the natural location.

The pool area was visually beautiful, as was the restaurant right next to it. It's nice that they have a happy hour. The best part of Rio Elemento is the river at the bottom of the property, and the fitness/yoga space next to it. I really enjoyed doing yoga here.

Stayed in December 2024

If I have to be picky, bed was not comfy in our bungalow.

Everything!! Staff is really helpful and friendly, location is wonderful, a full immersion experience in the nature! We loved this hostel:)

Stayed in November 2024

The cabana we rented was lovely, but very humid and damp. The mattress was wet, which soaked up through the sheets. Thankfully they moved us to another room - would recommend only booking the huts in particularly warm weather or summer months.

Beautiful, large location by the river, not too far from town. Plenty of calm spaces to relax and soak up some nature. Friendly, fun staff.

Stayed in September 2024

Uncomfy beds. When I arrived at 6 pm the kitchen was already closed even though it should have been open and I could not get any food. It is also not very nice to walk to the hostel, especially in the dark.

I had brought eggs cause I thought there was a kitchen to use and they boiled them for me. Rooms look really nice and the pool looks nice too (unfortunatelly the weather was not good)

Stayed in September 2024

Our room (private) had only one window facing the terrace so if we wanted to have day light everybody saw inside the room. Our bathroom floor was constantly wet, as water from the shower was getting out and there were no rug. The pool was dirty and only half full during our stay. And lastly I booked a massage at the reception and planned my day around it but the lady never showed up :( There is certainly some room for improvement, so this beautiful place can be more welcoming.

In general the hostel is very beautiful, especially outside spaces by the river are amazing to spend time close to nature. I really enjoyed the swings by the river and morning yoga class.

Stayed in September 2024

Breakfast could be included. Overall it’s more of a camping vibe :)

Location is great, with easy access to the river and nature!

Stayed in August 2024

A few of the reception staff could benefit from being a little more enthusiastic/welcoming but this doesn’t really impact your stay.

Great hostel! The bar staff are really friendly and welcoming and the facilities are fab. We stayed in the jungle dorm and it was a really cool experience. Pool is HUGE and we saw the staff cleaning it the morning after a storm. Definitely recommend staying here for a hostel in central Minca (was apprehensive due to some of the hostel world reviews but had a completely positive experience!)

Stayed in May 2024

The lower bunk beds have a low "ceiling". Also there could be plugs for each bed. The food was a bit overpriced in my opinion. Included breakfast would be nice.

The hostel offers a range of activities, some free like yoga in the morning. For a small free you get free water, coffee and tea. The pool is nice, the dorm was clean and it has a cool bar. It is close to the city center, unfortunately there is no sunset view.

Stayed in May 2024

There were no doors in our cabaña (only curtains) so we couldn’t close them properly to avoid one of the local dogs coming to sleep in our room (both daytime and nighttime). There was no locker/safe for the valuables in the cabaña which was quite annoying when you can’t lock the room. The mosquito net is a bit short so it’s impossible to fold it under the mattress. Our cabaña was completely next to the river with a small waterfall - from the room it sounds like a heavy rain 24/7. Lots of sandflies by the river and volleyball court so use the repellent - sandfly bites are the worst!

Delicious breakfast for a good price!

Stayed in April 2024

Lots of free range dogs. They seem harmless but I got annoyed with the barking, being followed around and sometimes aggressed. There are no lockers if you sleep in a tent. The laundry service takes a day and they just throw the clothes unfolded into a bag. Prices for food and drinks are also a bit higher than places in the vicinity.

It's nice big property in the middle of the woods next to a river. The pool and bar area have a nice vibe.

Stayed in April 2024

Vast big property located just 5-7 min walk from Minca bus station / restaurant / center. It is situated next to river so we can enjoy river from hotel itself Restaurant and bar is situated at nice location to enjoy music , swimming pool and green lush moutains

Stayed in March 2024