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About this property
Essential Facilities: Punta Huanchaco Hostel in Huanchaco offers a sun terrace, water sports facilities, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the games room. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, parquet floors, and wardrobes. Shared bathrooms and a lounge provide additional comfort. Convenient Location: Located 2 km from Cap. FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport, the hostel is a 2-minute walk from Huancarute. Nearby attractions include Chan Chan Huaca Esmeralda (11 km) and Trujillo Main Square (13 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly host, well-equipped kitchen, and immaculate rooms.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Samantha
Australia
“Gigi and Dario were the most accomodating, welcoming and friendly hosts we have met whilst on our trip through South America. The accomidation was clean with spacious rooms, lots of common areas and within walking distance to the beach and...” - Parkhouse
Australia
“First of all Gigi and Dario are the most welcoming and friendly hosts, you are made to feel part of the family. Always willing to oblige, provide advice or just chat. The hostel is very laid back and during the 2.5 weeks I was there so was the...” - India
Peru
“We had a wonderful stay with Gigi and Dario. They were great hosts and we felt so welcome and comfortable. We loved just hanging at the hostel with the cats but there are also nice cafes and restaurants close by and Dario has great surfing...” - Sebastian
Germany
“We had a good time here. The owner is very friendly and will help you with any problem you have. The room was very clean and had all the essentials (a bed and a desk). The room had no outside window but that is quite common in Peru. The bathrooms...” - Kateřina
Czech Republic
“Punta Huanchaco is an amazing hostel run by an amazing couple. It's the best spot for surfing and has super friendly family hippie vibes. Great spot to come to serf and chill and meet new great people. I stayed in total for almost 3 weeks and I...” - Cornelius
Germany
“The heartwarming owners Dario and Gigi! I rarely witnessed a place with such a kind and welcoming spirit. After 1 hour you know and like everyone 🫶🏼” - Anna
United States
“Best place in town! Stay here if you like being in a friendly atmosphere, super clean space, and you love animals (they have adorable cats and friendly street dogs hang around because the owner is a saint and all the animals love her). They know...” - Rhys
Australia
“Welcoming vibe , clean , spacious , great location . Good advice from staff about the town and surrounding areas.” - Jd
Ireland
“Really homely feel to the hostel. I immediately felt completely at home here. Dario and Gigi were most welcoming hosts and have created a wonderful chilled environment for all their guests. The place felt more like a home than a hostel without...” - Sophie
United Kingdom
“Good location on a quieter street but still close to everything and near to shops to buy fruit etc. Hostel owners are really nice and friendly, gave us recommendations and made us feel at home. They have 6 (I think!) cats which we loved but if you...”
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Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Punta Huanchaco Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.