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Minka Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Matovelle 219 y calle Vargas, Barrio San Juan, Quito, 170118
  • Place, Basilica of the National Vow
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Independence Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory (8 beds)

In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory (8 beds)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Beds

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In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Bedrooms (4 beds)

In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Bedrooms (4 beds)

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Quito

At Minka Backpackers Hostel you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Basilica of the National Vow and La Alameda Park. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and concierge services. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10 AM. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In the area of this Quito hostel, you'll find Quicentro Sur Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Basilica of the National Vow - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • El Ejido Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Independence Square - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Catedral Metropolitana de Quito - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • La Mariscal Craft Market - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Universidad Central Station - 6 min drive
  • La Alameda Station - 10 min walk
  • Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kamuy Coffee Shop And Ice Creme - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chifa Tian Xiang - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Zular - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Uku Pacha - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chuta Madre - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Minka Backpackers Hostel

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at Minka Backpackers Hostel. The hostel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Quito hostel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Minka Backpackers Hostel offers 7 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 3 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 4 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 3 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per vehicle
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 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 credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Minka Backpackers Hostel?

Minka Backpackers Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Minka Backpackers Hostel?

Yep, Minka Backpackers Hostel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Minka Backpackers Hostel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Minka Backpackers Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Minka Backpackers Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Minka Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Minka Backpackers Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Minka Backpackers Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Speedy , Philly

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

I could not ask for a better place!!

Everything about this place is perfect! Close to the bus and the trolley stations. Right in the heart of the old city, 15 minutes walking dustsnce frim the Basilica. Great breakfast. The staff is outstanding and very helpful. It’s also all ages friendly!!! Speedy Around The Globe
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Nice hostel bad location

The hostel itself was OK. Great breakfast options for $3USD or $4.50USD with juice and fruit. Huge, 6 options and freshly made. The location of the hostel was awful in terms of getting food at night. It is situated in a commercial area selling tiles, kitchen sinks, plumber etc so nothing open at night. We had to get a $3USD taxi to Plaza Foch when we arrived at 8pm just to eat. Not even a local shop. Second night we eat in town before returning to hostel. Considering it has nothing around the area the traffic noise was horrrndous. Our private double room was large and staff were friendly. We only stayed two nights and moved to a better located hostel with three restaurant 100 metres away. $2USD dinners.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Dimas

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Bom custo x benefício

O hostel fica numa região que têm pouco comércio e restaurantes. A noite fica deserto o local. Fica próximo do ponto de ônibus Alameda. Os quartos são apertados e pouco ventilados. A área comum é ampla e confortável. Os banheiros são apertados bem como o local para tomar banho. O atendimento é muito bom. O ambiente é bem animado e você sente que está num Hostel para jovens.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

フレンドリーな宿

ロケーションの良いバックパッカーホステルですが、入り口の入り方がわかりにくかったです。 部屋は清潔でした。有料食事が美味しそうでそんなに高くはなかったので利用したかった

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

6/10 Okay

Cristian

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Todo normal

Pocas actividades en el hostel, aburrido, además alguna gente desubicada y sucia, pero de estos hay en todos lados, el problema es que aquí debemos dormir todos juntos. El personal atento y gentil, no obstante la falta de actividades obliga a uno a salir. Lo mejor la limpieza en general y de las camas, muy confortables.