Reviews of AlterNative Hostels

Clean, tranquil and spacious.

Nice building and very clean. Great kitchen for cooking and a lovely cafe attached. Very safe neighborhood and close walking distance to both the old part of the city and the newer area.

Best hostel kitchen I have seen! Love the common spaces as well.

Bed could have been a bit firmer. And I’m missing a space for yoga practice.

Wonderful staff, very helpful and communicative. Good kitchen.

A lot of noise from the street. Like really a lot. Even through earplugs the noise woke both of us up every morning.

Very nice and helpful host! Arrived early in the morning by nightbus and he let us check-in to our rooms directly so that we could get some more rest! Also he provided us with information about the national park and things to do in Cuenca :)

Breakfast & free coffee / tea would be nice!

All good

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I checked into this little hostel for a few days. I'd read good things about it online, and it turned out to be a pretty decent place. The room was cheap and cheerful, and the place was spotless. The lady who works in the place is a cleaning machine, constantly scrubbing and polishing. There was a kitchen if you wanted to cook your own meals, and a few chill-out areas. When I was there, it was pretty quiet, but I imagine it gets busier in high season. It's not a party hostel, though. It's a nice, peaceful place to relax. You won't regret it.

Everything was up to par

The interior design is amazing. It has multiple chill areas. The value for the price is good. It is super clean.

Super lovely and helpful host. Very clean. Loved it! Definitely recommended!

One of the best hostels, where i have been. so nice, so confortable, well equiped. the best!

Very nice, comfortable hostel. Short walk to the old town. Very friendly and helpful staff.

The road was very noisy.

it was super clean and comfortable. The staff are helpful and friendly.

Beautiful hostel, forunishes kitchen, comfortable bed and hot water. All you need basically. The guy with the beard at the reception is just the most patient friendly man, can't thank him enough to deal with my shit for half an hour and change my reservation free of charge

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It has a decent location. A short walk to many attractions and restaurants.

Way too basic for my taste. It was ok for a night stay, bu i wouldn't recommend it for a long stay. I didn't apreciate being charged a surcharge for using a CC. Not a great amount, but it is the principle.

Great location and nice terrace. The little Cafe downstairs is a plus.

A bit noisy at night as it is right next to a big street. No staff around (or at least not visible) but you can text them.

This is the third time I have stayed at Alternate Hostel. The last time I stayed for six months. It's my favorite place to stay when I'm in Cuenca.

I am a student traveling for this spring break. Wifi is very important so I can keep up with my live classes and do my exams. I never had problem with the wifi. It was fast and reliable. They also have desk and chair. Location: The location is accessible. I walked to the historic area most of the time. There is also a bus stop right in front of the hostel so it is easy access to explore far places. Museum of Pumapungo is just across the street. Cleanliness: The rooms, bathroom, and common area are always clean. Staff: Friendly and helpful

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