About

Located on a quiet street just one block from the best surfing spot, Punta Huanchaco is a friendly, well-established hostel with over 8 years of hosting experience. Peaceful and homely, we focus on creating a relaxed, community and family-like atmosphere where guests easily connect and feel at home.

We are located close to great restaurants and cafes, local stores, and surf shops where you can rent all the equipment you need. Wake up, grab your board, and you can be in the water within minutes.

We offer a mix of private rooms and dorms, including one 6-bed dorm and one 4-bed dorm, as well as private rooms with shared or private bathrooms. Amenities and facilities include a terrace for relaxing, an exercise room, and a large shared living space with board games. The hostel also offers strong WiFi throughout and a clean, well-equipped kitchen. We provide alkaline drinking water, complimentary tea all day, surfboard racks, and wetsuit hangers. Secure parking is available for traveling bikers, with space for up to 6 motorbikes.

The hostel is ideal for digital nomads, traveling surfers, and short-term guests looking for a relaxed and social hostel atmosphere. Longer-term stays are welcome, and rates can be discussed directly with the hostel. We can arrange yoga sessions, Spanish lessons, and surf trips to Chicama to ride the world’s longest left-hand wave.

*Please note we have four friendly cats and one very friendly dog at the hostel*


Punta Huanchaco Hostel Policies and Conditions

Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before arrival.

Check-in and check-out
Check-in from 12:00.
Check-out before 11:00.

Payment
Payment is due upon arrival by cash only.
We accept USD and Peruvian Soles.

Taxes
All taxes are included in the price.

Breakfast
Breakfast is not included.

General Information

Reception is open 24 hours a day.
There is no curfew.
Guests must be 18 years of age or older to stay at the hostel. Any exception must be agreed prior to booking.

House Rules

Check In

12:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Adaptors
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Currency Exchange
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Reviews

9.9Superb(168)
  • Value for Money
    10.0
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    10.0
  • Cleanliness
    9.5
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    10.0
Stayed in Mar 2026
10
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Seb
Male, 25-30, England
Really a special place. Gigi&Dario are the warmest, kindest hosts (and very helpful with local tips etc) and create a lovely, homely atmosphere. Ideal location 5 mins from the point and I used Huanchaco as a base to explore Chicama and Pacasmayo.Great for surfers and non-surfers alike if you just want to chill. Felt like a home away from home. Ended up staying for 2 weeks. One of the best stays of our 4 month trip!
Stayed in Oct 2025
10
S
Struan
Male, 18-24, Scotland
The best hostel I have ever stayed at. Booked for two weeks and stayed for 6. Perfect location for the surf. Gigi and Dario are the best hosts you could possibly ask for. I’ve never felt so welcomed and ‘at home’ in a hostel before. The cats are lovely too, and the place is super clean. Thank you d and g !!
Stayed in Oct 2025
10
A
Adam
Male, 41+, England
GG and Dario are the most welcoming hosts, and make you feel like family from arrival. Great hostel, warm people with real heart. If you’re staying in Huanchaco, you will feel right at home in Punta Hostel. 10/10
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Location

Calle Los Ficus 156-158, Huanchaco, Huanchaco, Peru
0.2km from city centre