Minka Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Quito hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Terrace/patio
Reception
Property grounds
Indoor wedding
Interior detail

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Arcade/games room
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
Feel at home
  • Living room
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Bedrooms (4 beds)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory (8 beds)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Beds

Triple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
Living room
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Matovelle 219 y calle Vargas, Barrio San Juan, Quito, 170118

What's nearby

  • Basilica of the National Vow - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Independence Square - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Catedral Metropolitana de Quito - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • La Mariscal Craft Market - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • General Rumiñahui Coliseum - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.) - 65 min drive
  • La Alameda Station - 9 min walk
  • El Ejido Station - 15 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 17 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Kamuy Coffee Shop And Ice Creme - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pollos El Carioco - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Frutería Monserrate - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tablita del Tartaro - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪K'fetissimo - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Minka Backpackers Hostel

Minka Backpackers Hostel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute drive of Quicentro Sur Mall. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 7 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 4 PM
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:30 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • On-site parking is limited
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • On-site garage

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Pool table

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Arcade/games room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms

What to enjoy

  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Partially open bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Non-resident travellers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be eligible for a tax refund. However, non-resident travellers may be exempt from value-added tax (15%) on package bookings.

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 3 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 30 per vehicle

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Minka Backpackers Hostel Quito
Minka Backpackers Quito
Minka Backpackers
Minka Backpackers Hostel Quito
Minka Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Minka Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Quito

Frequently asked questions

Does Minka Backpackers Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Minka Backpackers Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Minka Backpackers Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Minka Backpackers Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Minka Backpackers Hostel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 30 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Minka Backpackers Hostel?
Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 4 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Minka Backpackers Hostel and nearby?
Minka Backpackers Hostel has an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Minka Backpackers Hostel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Minka Backpackers Hostel like?
Minka Backpackers Hostel is a short 9-minute walk from La Alameda Station and 4 minutes' walk from Basilica of the National Vow.

Minka Backpackers Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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
Speedy , 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

6/10 Good

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.
Suzanne, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Christina, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

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.
Dimas, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

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
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

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.
Verified Expedia guest review