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Hostal Machalilla

1.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Exterior
Individually decorated, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$85
16 June - 17 June

Explore the area

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Juan Montalvo Y Alejo Lascano, Puerto Lopez, Manabí, 130315
  • Place, Puerto Lopez Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Machalilla National Park Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Machalilla National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Puerto Lopez

Hostal Machalilla places you in the centre of Puerto Lopez, within a short 5-minute stroll of Puerto Lopez Beach and Rio Pital. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions in proximity to this Puerto Lopez hostel include Olon Beach and Montañita Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Puerto Lopez Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rio Pital - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Machalilla National Park Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Machalilla National Park - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Olon Beach - 47 min drive - 53.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant Carmita - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Caida Del Sol - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Delfin Magico - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Cabaña de Chuky - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Resraurant Spuma De Mar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hostal Machalilla

Hostal Machalilla offers its guests a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Puerto Lopez hostel is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Hostal Machalilla offers 13 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Puerto Lopez hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-cm TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Ecuador value-added tax (VAT) at 15%. A VAT exemption is available to travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing that they are not a resident of Ecuador.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Air conditioning is available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash.

Property is also known as

Hostal Machalilla Puerto Lopez
Hostal Machalilla Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostal Machalilla Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Puerto Lopez

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hostal Machalilla?

Hostal Machalilla offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hostal Machalilla?

As of 15 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostal Machalilla on 16 Jun 2026 start from NZ$85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hostal Machalilla?

Yep, Hostal Machalilla has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hostal Machalilla?

Yep, Hostal Machalilla is a short 3-minute walk from Puerto Lopez Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hostal Machalilla?

No, Hostal Machalilla does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hostal Machalilla?

Check-in begins at 12:30 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hostal Machalilla?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hostal Machalilla Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hostal machalilla

The Hostal Machalilla was a nice place a block off the Malecón and it fit the need for the night
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

winston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 3 days and found the location convenient for exploring the Puerto Lopez area. I would note that the beds that are described as "queen size" would be called double beds in the US.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente

Fue bonito
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exelente acogida
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

DAZHOU

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024