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Jan 28, 2024
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Alternative Hostels

Cuenca, Ecuador
Free WiFi
9.3
Superb
747 Total Reviews
Perfect Location
Superb Staff
Fantastic Cleanliness

Property Description

Welcome to AlterNative Hostel! Ours is a kind and friendly place that welcomes travelers from all across the world. We have a wealth of experience hosting travelers of all kinds. From backpackers to adventure motorcyclists, we know what travelers need and value during their stay. AlterNative Hostel offers its guests a convenient and comfortable location at the corner of Calle Larga and Avenida Huayna Capac. The former is Cuenca's main hotspot for bars and restaurants, and the latter offers fast and easy access to the local airport and bus terminal. We are within walking distance of the historic center of Cuenca, and the Museo Pumapungo is just a few footsteps from our doors. We provide fast 24-hour WiFi in all rooms and common areas. Our hostel has hot water 24 hours a day. In addition to the hostel's shared kitchen, we offer a special discount for breakfast at our specialty coffee house next door, as well as a full all-day menu. As soon as you confirm your reservation, please check your email since we will be sending you important information for your arrival. Parking must be requested previously according to availability 24 Hour Reception Check in 13:00 Check out: 11:00 Cancellation policy: 24 hours notice Cash only for payment.
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Reviews & Ratings

9.3
Superb
747 Total Reviews
  • Security
    9.6
  • Location
    8.9
  • Staff
    9.9
  • Atmosphere
    8.5
  • Cleanliness
    9.8
  • Facilities
    9.1
  • Value for Money
    9.2

Latest Reviews

9.7
Dec 14, 2023
Fantastic! It's a wonderful, clean, safe place with a great atmosphere and people. Xavier and staff are spectacular. If you have any questions they have answers and recommendations. The rooms are clean and spacious. Great hot showers. The breakfast cafe is delicious. Definitely would come back.
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Male, 31-40
9.7
Jun 22, 2023
A really good place to stay in Cuenca with the only downside being the busy road and the extensive traffic noise that goes with it. The downstairs cafe is a gem and although breakfast isn’t included at this hostel, I really recommend having breakfast or even dinner at this quality cafe … the food and coffee are excellent! We enjoyed a night of escapism in the lounge watching movies on HBO. An easy walk into the city centre right past the Inca ruins, along the beautiful river.
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Male, 41+
9.4
Oct 5, 2023
Great hostel. I only stayed here one night so didn’t experience much of an atmosphere. Lots of lovely places to chill and hang out, and the beds were very comfy.
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Female, 41+
9.4
Sep 24, 2023
Near a bus stop and a museum. A little Far from the center but always a safe walk. Really clean and the hot shower was great!
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Female, 25-30
9.4
Apr 7, 2023
Great hostel. Excellent kitchen and shower.
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Female, 31-40
9.1
Oct 8, 2023
Stayed one night - would have stayed longer if we had time. Pros: very well equipped kitchen, friendly staff and super lovely owner (we think), comfy beds and pillows, free city maps (good for locating large supermarkets), nice outdoor terrace, great book exchange Cons: lack of vibe (people just sat on their devices), no fans in room (made it stuffy) or air ventilation from bathrooms (made our room and kitchen stinky when when someone would use it), not enough bathrooms when hostel full
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Couple, 31-40
9.1
Feb 18, 2023
V nice, quite modern hostel with everything you needed. Quick laundry service and v close to great parks and museums
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Male, 18-24
8.9
Feb 9, 2023
We enjoyed Alternative. It is very clean, comfortable and homely. The shower is one of the best we've had in Ecuador. The free breakfast is at the cafe next door and is really nice and made it worth the price of the hostel.
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Couple, 25-30
7.1
Feb 11, 2023
Although they have a kitchen to share and common areas it doesn’t feel like a social hostel. Most of the times it’s been so quite you couldn’t even find staff to ask questions. The facilities were okay same as the location. It’s not right in the city center but right next to the big museum.
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Couple, 25-30
6.3
Mar 4, 2023
I originally had booked here for four nights but didn’t end up staying even one. The location was a hike from the city center which made me unsettled as a solo female traveler and my intuition gave me weird vibes. There was road construction going on right in front of the hostel that was extremely loud and shaking the entire building. The receptionist was super accommodating with reimbursing me for 3/4 of my nights which I appreciated.
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Female, 18-24

Facilities

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