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Reviews of Hostal Olmito Canoa

Malecón Canoa, Carlos Casis y Moises Aray, 132251 Canoa, Ecuador

#2 of 16 hotels in Canoa

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 36 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    10
    Olmito is a fantastic hostal with GREAT hosts in a wonderful location. We can’t wait to go back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    THe ONLY negative was have is bar/restaurant that is open from Wednesday to Saturday. Our first nights were quiet and restful and when the bar opened the noise kept us up later than we intended. Nothing dangerous, just noisier.

    The place is GREAT, but the people were EXCEPTIONAL. Paola, Manuel and Francisco were the best hosts: Friendly, attentive, generous but un-intrusive. They made all of our stay fantastic and really can’t be praised enough. The Hostal itself is charming, perfectly located 10 seconds from the beach (just cross the road) and, with its walled courtyard, kind of an oasis. The communal kitchen is open-air and a great place to hang out in the hammocks. We had two rooms that were both great but with different vibes: the room with en-suite bathroom had great natural light and was really beautiful. The other room had a second bed in a loft space up a ladder. Our 7 year old was beyond thrilled and didn’t want to leave. The entire place is clean and well-maintained.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2025

    8.0
    A relax weekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    You could use a whole kitchen with a fridge and freezer. It is a perfect place to just relax.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2024

    10
    Very very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The best accommodation in Canoa!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing nice vacation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The windows didn’t have a lock.

    Nice and clean hotel. I enjoyed my stay. Good view of the beach and love the hammocks on the balcony. Very quiet relaxing atmosphere while I was there.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Almost on the beach, was able to watch the sunset. Got upgraded to a better room. Staff was kind enough to go and get me a bottle of wine. Recommended where to get good dinner

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    8.0
    Could be perfect with some work on it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a wood house, which is authentic, but lack of any sound isolating. All noises from street and neighbours are in your ears. For my first night, a kind but loud family stayed with two children in the next door, so I had a beautiful wake up at 5:50AM. The staff did the best to change the room. And one more thing: tha place could be much better with some more maintenance. Common kitchen is dirty, fridge is also,, there is a "bar" but no choice, restaurant offer just pizza on demand etc. It's a place with amazing conditions, there is a chance do do it better. The first step can be a basic english knowledge for the staff, because many of guests dont speak spanish. They have a time for it as I saw, there are free and useful learning applications.... 20 sentences, and 100 words can make the guests happy, believe me!

    Nice place in at the best spot on the beach of Canoa, close to everything. The common areas and rooms are stylish with views to the ocean and garden. Staff is kind and helpful, and there is a common kitchen and fridge for your foods.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Enjoyed the tranquility of Olmito and Canoa. Staff was always very helpful. I wanted something simple no rush to relax and it was delivered. Thank you Olmito and Canoa👍.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2023

    9.0
    Love it here, Manuel is a very kind host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    slightly pricy, although we must say it was worth it

    Spacious and cosy room paired with friendly service results in an excellent all round stay. Very tidy always. quiet at night, good pizza too.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dogs barking through the night as well as the morning noise from the streets. All should be expected in this location of town.

    Plenty of privacy in our room as well as lounging areas. Community access to an outdoor kitchen as well as refrigerator. The fan in our room was a very nice addition. The weather was very hot and humid and this fan made the night very comfortable.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2023

    9.0
    Recommend staying here!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

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    It really shows they did their best to create an relaxing environment. Many hammocks to relax in and the room was basic but good! One of the hosts helped us out with the bus tickets we needed, really recommend!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2023

    10
    Beautiful, clean and perfect size, great location and super nice staff :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable room with a shared balcony overlooking the garden and a view of the beach. Staff are super friendly and welcoming! Always a relaxing vibe in this hotel :)

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2023

    8.0
    very nice
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    there were mosquito nets over the bed but they were way too short so all the mosquitos came inside and stung us in the night

    has a lot of hammocks where you can chill in, there is an outdoor shower and you have a kitchen outside where you can cook. the staff was really nice and helped us with a lot of thinks like the busses.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Locatio

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2023

    9.0
    really beautiful hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the beds were a little hard and there was a bit of construction going on during our stay which was noisy during the day

    beautiful building with big rooms and lovely pets! the outdoor kitchen was so nice and the location was perfect - I could see the sea from our balcony which was lovely.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2023

    10
    Recommenend++
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Casa Olmito is directly in front of the beach, there are hammocks in different floors so youll enjoy the view 100% The stuff is super polite and always attentive for any matter. The rooms are very cleamd and the veds really comfortable. We enjoyed our stay a lot and will stay there again the next time!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A wonderful place with a great welcoming staff, incredible view, and location. Right on the beach with a relaxing vibe. Best place to stay in Canoa!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a really nice place. It has a garden with hammocks and two outside kitchens. The staff was super friendly and helped me with any questions. The rooms and bathrooms were clean. Advice: take some cash with you. You can't pay with creditcard there and Canoa has no ATM.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    great staff!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The common bathrooms downstairs could be cleaner.

    I had the best time at this beautiful place. Room was big, clean and comfortable. Balcony has ocean view. You can use the kitchen and water is for free. People are really helpful and nice.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 November 2022

    9.0
    Lovely hostal
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only separation between the shower and the rest of the bathroom is the curtain, so the bathroom floor gets wet after you shower. Also, not the hotel's fault and probably a common issue in Canoa, but the street behind the hotel was a bit noisy, with several dogs barking and trucks passing by regularly.

    Lovely structure right next to the beach. The room (we got a free upgrade to a 3-person room) was spacious and the shower had hot water. There are hammocks in the shared areas, as well as a kitchen and fridge that are free to use. The hotel manager was always available and very kind. We were also able to book surf lessons directly at the hotel. Great price/quality.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    room was small but didn’t bother us much as we only was in it to sleep

    beautiful hostel , right on the sea front. warm shower & has a lovely bar which sells great cocktails

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the shared bathrooms are really not clean. they may have to renovate them. also the shared kitchen was super dirty. the room was a little small. we didn’t have enough place for our small backpacks.

    it’s directly at the beach front. the personal is super friendly and helped us a lot. the chill areas are great. the bed was comfortable.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2023

    10
    Very relaxing environment. Super helpful staff and amazing location. Great outdoor area to relax.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Basic Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms are a little small.

    Amazing location just a stones throw away from the ocean. Tons of hammocks to relax in.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights

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    Stayed in March 2025

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