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Makuto Backpackers Hostel Reviews

C/ Tiña 18, Granada, Spain

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93%

I LOVE THIS HOSTEL!!! When my friends and I arrived here we were tired and worn out but right as we entered the patio our moods immediately and we couldn't help but be happy and relaxed. We had a great time swinging in the hammocks, drinking at the bar, and hanging out in the "chill out area." Louis (one of the many friendly staff) made an AWESOME dinner!! I could not have been happier with my choice to stay at Makuto!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Mixed Group 18-24
  • (1 review)


90%

Great hostel, really friendly staff. Enjoyed my times there, could have easily stayed longer. Some staff did seem to slack a bit, they double booked my bed and weren't awake in the morning to help me check out. But other staff were more then helpful to fix the problems. Breakfast incl. and great night atmosphere with music instruments to play. This was a real bonus and made for one of the best nights I've had in spain! Thank you guys so much, if ever back in Granada I will come back to Makuto.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Netherlands
  • Female 18-24
  • (2 reviews)


93%

Very friendly staff, warm welcome, lots of interesting people to meet! best possible way to experience Granada's laid-back way of life. Lies in the heart of the Albaicin, close to beautiful viewpoint of the Alhambra and the cosy streets where the Teteria's and little shops are.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Belgium
  • All Female Group 18-24
  • (1 review)


96%

Beautiful location, the staff was wonderful, i felt right at home straight away. They have everything that I consider a "must" for great hostels but that people tend to undervalue: heating in the winter, separate bathroom with hot showers and big lockers. Unless you are a midget though I recommend avoiding the middle bunk or you will spend 10 minutes trying to get to bed like I did :)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • France
  • Female 18-24
  • (6 reviews)


100%

really cool hostel. definitely one of the most interesting hostels ive found around the world. has a very cool courtyard with hammocks and a treehouse along with a good chill out room. staff are really friendly and its in a great part of granada. if you dont know yr way around definitely get a taxi from the train station or wherever cos you will definitely not be able to find the place.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 25-30
  • (5 reviews)


96%

Fantastic hostel. The treehouse is brilliant. I had to keep delaying leaving because I was having such a good time.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 19 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


100%

One of the nicest hostels I have stayed so far! The staff were great fun, everything was clean and the atmosphere was awesome! Can't recommend this place enough! The on,y problem is that you wont want to leave the place and see Granada! (do it, the Alhambra is gorgeous!)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 19 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 18-24
  • (2 reviews)


93%

Makuto Backpackers Hostal was an awesome place. The staff are super friendly and helpful, and the location is great. I enjoyed my stay and would recommend it to anyone wanting to travel Granada.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 04 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Italy
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)


76%

Very good location, Nice Free working tour :) Good information from staff.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 03 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • South Korea
  • Female 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


93%

Though staff provided a warm welcome (complimentary drinks, everyone was so friendly and helpful) and much creativity has gone into this place (tree house and cute outdoor bar), the building is too small for the number of beds they pack into it! Our tiny room had 2 tripple bunks, which you couldnt even sit up on and there was nowhere to put your stuff. There were makeshift rooms built into the hallway. I would rate this hostel quite highly but the lack of space was really frustrating.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Female 25-30
  • (6 reviews)


83%

Read my full review of Makoto here: http://www.spain-in-a-campervan.com/hotels-in-spain/makoto-backpackers-hostel-%E2%80%93-granada-2261.html


83%

One of my top 3 favourite hostels in the whole world! It's all about the vibe and these guys (and especially gals) hit the nail on the head. Don't ever change. I'll be back!


100%

Wicked! Great location, great vibe and great staff. Sad to leave this place. It's not a hostel for the straight edge :-p Probably the best place I've stayed.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 21 Dec 2011
  • andokelli
  • Australia
  • Female 25-30
  • (6 reviews)


100%

Me pareció un lugar increíble. El staff super buena onda. Yo viajé sola, y fué ideal, puesto que éramos como una gran familia. Me encantó que el desayuno finalice a las 11, super flexibles! Alcohol barato, hostel super limpio, el chilling room con instrumentos para hacer música, actividades que propone el staff. Excelente!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 17 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Argentina
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


96%

Hostel was amazing and staff were friendly. Would definitely come back!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 08 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Couple 18-24
  • (3 reviews)


100%

¡Great Hostel! Really cool vibe, great bar, awesome staff (except Matt doesn´t eat Peanut Butter?). Definitely recommend it to anybody. It´s in the Albaicin area which is by far the most interesting part of Granada, and everywhere I have been in a week, has been within walking distance.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 18-24
  • (3 reviews)


100%

I just had a awesome time there ! Go for it :) and try the mojito for me

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • France
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)


100%

We enjoyed our stay. The staff was very helpful, they suggested us a lot and made ur stay very pleasant .

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Slovenia
  • Couple 41+
  • (1 review)


100%

the best place in granada !!!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • France
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


93%

Very helpful and friendly staff. Great place to stay for an authentic experience in Granada!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Ireland
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


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