About

Two blocks from the beach, cold beer in hand, surrounded by people you met yesterday but already feel like friends. That's a normal Tuesday at Mellow.

We're a surf and social hostel on Guatemala's Pacific coast in El Paredón. Whether you came to catch waves, escape your routine, or just because someone on the road told you 'dude, go to Mellow,' you'll fit right in. We built the week around bringing people together:

● Family Dinners, the fastest way to make friends for the rest of your trip
● Karaoke, Trivia, or Music Bingo at the bar, zero pressure
● Beer Pong Tournament & Mellowlympics by the pool when you're feeling competitive
● Fridays: DJs and electronic music to close out the week
● Sip & Paint & Daily Yoga

No communal kitchen, but our restaurant is open 7 AM–9 PM with good food and smoothies. Trust us, you don't want to cook in this heat anyway.
We've got private rooms and shared dorms. AC dorms have curtains on the bunks for privacy; fan dorms come with mosquito nets. All rooms have lockers.

Heads up: we're 18+ only, no pets. The town ATM runs dry sometimes so bring enough cash (you'll get a 5% discount for paying in cash with us too).

Come be part of the Mellow family. We'll see you at the pool.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 20:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Age Restriction
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • No Curfew
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Currency Exchange
  • Parking
  • Book Exchange
  • Board Games
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Reviews

9.4Superb(845)
  • Value for Money
    9.3
  • Security
    9.5
  • Atmosphere
    9.5
  • Cleanliness
    9.3
  • Staff
    9.5
  • Location
    9.5
  • Facilities
    9.3
Summary of traveller reviews

Mellow Hostel El Paredon is praised for its friendly and helpful staff, vibrant social atmosphere, and excellent facilities including a pool and great lounging areas. Many travellers highlight the delicious food and organised activities as major positives. Some recent reviews mention rooms can be hot without air conditioning, and a few note issues with shower drainage.

Stayed in Sept 2026
10
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Anonymous
Female, 25-30, Germany
Mellow has the perfect hostel vibe, super social and easy to meet people, but still relaxed enough to actually enjoy your time. The pool, family dinners, yoga, surfing and common areas make it impossible to get bored. The staff are amazing, the food is genuinely so good, and El Paredón is the perfect place to slow down for a few days. Rooms are nice and bathrooms are clean. Would 100% come back!
Stayed in Sept 2026
10
O
Olivier
Male, 25-30, Canada
Amazing hostel! I highly recommend.
Stayed in Aug 2026
10
P
Parita
Female, 25-30, USA
Had such a good time everyone is so nice staff is very good !! Fun activities ever night!
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Location

4 Calle Lote 139, Caserio El Milagro, El Paredon, Guatemala
2.2km from city centre