Reviews of Community Hostel Alausi 5 stars

The bed was really comfy and everything was clean. I appreciated the towel and soap bars. Great location to La Nariz del Diablo train station and close to the bus station. The manager was really helpful.

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The room we got was up a couple of flights of stairs. It was cozy. There are bigger rooms. It was clean and felt modern. The shower room was a good size. I hope they get around to fixing the gap at the bottom of the shower door as it leaves the floor rather wet. The staff are very nice. They recommended a restaurant and a local hike. Personally I'd also recommend the Italian restaurant. When we did the hike, there was no bus back from Nizag. We ended up hitch hiking back. This was very easy. The breakfast is very nice. I would stay here again

I loved how cute the whole place was. It has a central location. Friendly staff. Huge family room.

It was difficult to figure out the hot water in the family room. Beds and pillows were a little uncomfortable.

There was no breakfast and we weren’t allowed to use the kitchen.

Getting breakfast, windows should open, there was lots of noise at night.

This is a very nice hostel I staty, the workers and owner are very friendly, the rtoom and bath room all very clean, anyhow, I like this hostel.

The location is perfect to explore the town. The hostel is very clean and well maintained. Breakfast was excellent. The room comfortable. Best of all our host Marco who was friendly and welcoming, gave us tips what to see and where to eat. He even gave us a lift to the correct bus stop for Cuenca. Muchas gracias Marco

Location, nice room, excellent breakfast

Breakfast was only served our first morning, I was really looking forward to Breakfast on the day we checked out, but there was nobody there.

Everything! Marco the owner is an incredible person, the hotel is perfect, comfortable and nice. Definitely is the place to stay in Alausí.

It is a hidden gem - the best I’ve stayed in in Ecuador - the breakfast was soo well presented & delicious. Newly renovated yet still has quirks with its eclectic collection displays.. the hosts are lovely people and clearly enjoy visitors without being overbearing..try & fit it into your travels as it’s well placed for a stop over 🥰

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The owner Marco is a true legend😁 he is sooo easy to talk too. The breakfast was amazing too. So overall just own of the best hostels I stayed.

My only regret about visiting Alausi was not staying longer. I first came to hike the Nariz del Diablo which I highly recommend if you want spectacular views, but would have stayed for the small town, the food, the people and the Community Hostel. Don Marco was nothing but welcoming, making me feel right at home, in this beautiful property he has. The rooms were spacious and the breakfast really good. If you have time you can even sit down and chat with him around a cup of tea and a couple cookies. While there I suggest to go eat at La estacion del tren, you might even run into Don Marco eating lunch there. Everyone that I met took the time to chat with me. It is truly the best experience I’ve had so far in Ecuador!

Good and quiet accommodation with very kind hosts, delicious dinner and useful tips for the area. High-speed WiFi for remote work is a big advantage. The hike from Quilotoa Crater to the hostel is challenging, but the views are magnificent.

Nothing. It can get very cold at night, but there are plenty of blankets available. We were the only guests - it’s a pity that Ecuador has very few tourists due to the current political situation. We wish the people here all the best; we had a wonderful stay and didn't encounter any issues. Check out the hiking route from Quilotoa on Komoot. ;)

This hostel is excellent. It is actually like a hotel. Beautiful, clean. The location is awesome, the city is so beautiful. Marcos will host you like a friend, and help you with anything you need. He helped us book a tour to the lakes, gave us instructions to get to "Nariz del Diablo" by walking on the mountain, and even gave us a lift to the bus station. I highly recommend this place.

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A must stay if you're visiting Alausi, the staff are fantastic the property is located 30 seconds from the train station and the train line is directly outside the door, it's also only a 2 min walk to the black bridge which gives you a beautiful view and if you're adventurous you can carefully cross it.

A very clean hotel and very friendly staff/family that run it. Room was comfortable and clean. Relatively new and well thought out. The room had great storage space! Good location in town and easy to get around.

We had leaking in the shower of our room. Water would seep under the glass panels and flood the bathroom floor. The cleaning product they use on the floors is very waxy. Uncomfortable to walk around barefoot as it leaves a residue on your feet. These are both items that can be fixed easily, writing this for staff to see. Would still definitely stay here again! Oh and you can't use the kitchen as others have said. But I wouldn't let anyone use that beautiful kitchen either. Most backpackers would destroy it.