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Reviews of Hostal Encounter Guanajuato

Calle de Campanero #5, 36000 Guanajuato, Mexico

#32 of 89 hotels in Guanajuato

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 71 hostel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free Wifi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: July 27, 2025

    8.0
    Great location, great restaurant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Although the bathroom was clean, I noticed there was always hair in the shower drain.

    The location is excellent as it is right in the old town. The staff were very accommodating and clearly making an effort. The terrace on the top floor was very nice (although the furniture could be more comfortable). The restaurant downstairs is very good, and you get a little discount on it (I ate there every day).

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 19, 2025

    10
    Definitely recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's a bit noisy at night from the street but it's fine for me. I think the water pressure is a bit low for the shower.

    Everything is so close and within walking distance. The staff is so friendly and the room and bathroom are clean. I enjoyed my stay here.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2025

    9.0
    Nice stay for 2 nights
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I only saw one toilet, might be an issue during full occupancy.

    Clean and in a convenient location.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The smell of kitchen on the first floor

    free washer & hot water

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Central location easy to find

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2025

    8.0
    Comfortable place for travel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is no kitchen or living room for sharing. The reception hours are from 12pm(afternoon). Restroom can be crowded since one restroom with shower is in one floor for sharing.

    Good for a solo traveler. The bed was clean and comfortable. The location is great for walking around the city.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2025

    8.0
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Due to the prime location there will be noises all night round. If you are light sleeper, bring your ear plugs. There are no place to hang clothes. This could be improved.

    The location is unbeatable. The cleanliness is top notch. The restaurant serves good Japanese food. There are lots of restaurants nearby. Pleasant amenities.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 27, 2024

    9.0
    Great place
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A small kitchen facility might be nice. Charging outlets near all beds would be helpful

    The location and the food from the Japanese restaurant below is amazing. You get a food discount when you stay at the hostel. Free use of washing machine - great!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 25, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Perfect location, clean, friendly staff, restaurant downstairs is convenient.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: October 31, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    location, room very spacious, washing machine, drinking water

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 26, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    beds were a bit firm and pillows needed renewing. toilet to bed ratio low.

    staff was very friendly and helpful, superb location and spotlessly clean. sheets changed every day. water and coffee available.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 16, 2024

    9.0
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing. People sometimes had fun outside at night. That's maybe because this hostel is near the very centre area.

    Nice staff, Clean room, Not bad Wi-Fi, and Great Location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2024

    10
    Kind and comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The staff were so friendly and kind, it was the best night sleep I had in Mexico! The room was really clean and the bed was really comfortable, would recommend for sure!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    After every shower there was a puddle in the bathroom. The cleaning lady said it always happens and she'll bring us a mat (never did). Their washing machine wasn't working.

    The staff was nice. The location was great.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2024

    10
    The hotel is very clean and perfect for backpackers.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I think it's great now.

    I think this hotel is great, it's a few minutes walk from the city center, and it's very safe and no one bothers you. The staff are great, it feels like home, I'm a backpacker and I love it here, highly recommend this hotel in Guanajuato.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 5, 2024

    10
    Lizeth an Johnathan are very helpful an friendly.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's close to everything an it's in the center of Guanajuato. It's a 4 minute walk to Starbucks

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    10
    I give this place a 10
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything is so close to the bars sn clubs

    Everything was wonderful an everyone was very helpful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 5, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's right above a restaurant. Bring ear plugs. They mentioned a terrace but it was locked. There was nothing to make it easy to meet other travellers - the main reason I use hostal.

    It was in a great location. Near the centre. In a pretty place. As they were quiet, I had a room to myself & a double bed. The bathroom was good.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: February 24, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    When you want to meet a lot of people maybe its not the right place for you because the Hostel is very small, only 2 shared rooms and one or two private rooms. Also there are no shared areas or kitchen. There is no Option for breakfast, but you can drink water and also can make coffee or tea in the morning.

    Directly next to Plaza Allende. Just a few min away from Teatro juarez and jardín de la union. Location couldnt be much better (therefore it can be loud in the evening, during the night, but for me it was ok) Staff was very friendly. You get 15% off in the restaurant downstairs. There is hot shower and bathroom was always very clean. There is a terrace where you can hang out. Also you can use washing mashine for free. I enjoyed the stay!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 7, 2024

    8.0
    I would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is some noise and cooking odours from the restaurant below…this may bother some people

    The room was very clean and comfortable…good value

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 16, 2024

    10
    Good for solo travelers wanting to be solo
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    …not much of a social vibe.

    Everything was amazing, except….

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 9, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    just remind there's no kitchen, only microwave, refrigerator and kettle. Basically I don't cook, so it's okay.

    a cozy room, very clean and comfortable. drinking water is available. center location.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice staff and location

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2023

    9.0
    Very nice place to stay. Good location and facilities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It can get warm at the rooms. Shower pressure is not good. The smell from the restaurant can get overwhelming.

    Very nice place to stay. The hotel is small which gives very good privacy, it is on top of a Japanese restaurant that serves very good food and you get an special discount. The staff in both the restaurant and the hotel is very nice. There is a cool terrace with tables on the top floor. Wifi is good, the place is clean, and very well located.

    Stayed in August 2023

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