Title: Hostal Machalilla Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hostal Machalilla A peaceful garden sanctuary offers respite from the city center's energy, where travelers find a quiet spot to recharge between urban adventures ## Photo gallery for Hostal Machalilla ![Terrace/patio - Hostal Machalilla (Puerto Lopez)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100520300/100520254/533d90ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Individually decorated, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets - Hostal Machalilla (Puerto Lopez)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100520300/100520254/815fedd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Hostal Machalilla (Puerto Lopez)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100520300/100520254/6f8c0ab7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hostal Machalilla (Puerto Lopez)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100520300/100520254/0db78efa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hostal Machalilla (Puerto Lopez)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100520300/100520254/41a7cada.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hostal Machalilla, in the city center, offers a tranquil garden oasis. Enjoy practical amenities: free self-parking, in-room WiFi, and luggage storage. This smoke-free property ensures convenience and connectivity for all travelers. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 31 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 1 - Feb 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Standard Triple Room ![Standard Triple Room | Individually decorated, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100520300/100520254/97742fc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room ### Highlights Individually decorated Free rollaway/extra beds TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Cable channels Laptop workspace Wardrobe - Garden view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPuerto-Lopez-Hotels-Hostal-Machalilla.h100520254.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPuerto-Lopez-Hotels-Hostal-Machalilla.h100520254.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Puerto Lopez, Hostal Machalilla is in the city centre. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Machalilla National Park Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Machalilla National Park and Puerto Lopez Beach. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, horse riding and ecotours, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and explore all the area has to offer. [Visit our Puerto Lopez travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Lopez.dx6144041) [View more Hostels in Puerto Lopez](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Lopez-Hostels.d6144041-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-1.55849%2C-80.81168&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9Uma5vNr5d8TzhaihDcLDRkmleQ=) Juan Montalvo Y Alejo Lascano, Puerto Lopez, Manabí, 130315 ### What's nearby - ![Isla de la Plata is an island 40 km off the Ecuadorian coast. It's also called Galapagos for the poor, because it offers a Galapagos feel without the pricetag. It's nothing poor in terms of flora and fauna though! #ecuador #birds #wildlife #island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6356721/81f5a4bb-e820-4221-99a0-e79d52d978b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Machalilla National Park 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![Playa de Los Frailes, Manabí, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6263831/4dd3172a-7024-460a-9d8a-256ab577132f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Los Frailes Beach 20 min drive \- 9.9 miles - Puerto Lopez Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Rio Pital 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Machalilla National Park Museum 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Restaurants - Il Capuccino || Pizzeria - Ristorante 3 min walk - Restaurant Casa Vecchia 5 min walk - Resraurant Spuma De Mar 3 min walk - La Caida Del Sol 4 min walk - Sadhana 2 min walk ## About this property ### Hostal Machalilla Hostel in the city centre Hostal Machalilla provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - Luggage storage, a nature reserve and smoke-free property Room features All rooms are individually decorated, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers - 24-cm TVs with cable channels - Wardrobes/cupboards and housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19980000/19978800/19978712/ab1f2720.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hostal Alcazaba Puerto Lopez - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.4 Exceptional 23 reviews £20 2 Feb - 3 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=19978712&PinnedHotelID=19978712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Comfort Apartment | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26780000/26771200/26771148/d4508e1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maremonti Bed & Breakfast Puerto Lopez - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 7.4 Good 9 reviews £26 2 Mar - 3 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=26771148&PinnedHotelID=26771148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102410000/102401700/102401699/0d574660.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bed And Breakfast Itapoa Frente a la Playa de Puerto López Puerto López - 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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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Air conditioning is available for an additional fee The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Hostal Machalilla Puerto Lopez Hostal Machalilla Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hostal Machalilla Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Puerto Lopez ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hostal Machalilla pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hostal Machalilla? ### What time is check-in at Hostal Machalilla? ### What time is check-out at Hostal Machalilla? ### Where is Hostal Machalilla located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hostal Machalilla Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### winston 1 Sept 2024 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. ##### winston Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Diane 4 Mar 2024 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 ##### Diane Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marlon 1 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excelente Fue bonito ##### Marlon Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander 10 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Exelente acogida ##### Alexander Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### DAZHOU 21 Jul 2024 ##### DAZHOU Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels near Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Basilica-Of-Our-Lady-Of-Guadalupe-Hotels.0-l501754-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [hiltonhotels Hotels in Bilbao](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bilbao-Hotels-Hilton-Hotels.0-0-d6084357--bHiltonHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Termas de Papallacta](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Papallacta-Hotels-Termas-De-Papallacta.h1832801.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Guayaquil Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Guayaquil-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Guayaquil-Airport.h5959068.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Wisbech](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wisbech-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d5480-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [La Mirage Garden Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ibarra-Hotels-La-Mirage-Garden-Hotel-And-Spa.h903975.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-George-Hotels-Six-Flags-Lodge-Indoor-Waterpark.h1385446.Hotel-Information) > > [Naturhotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Turi-Hotels-Naturhotel.h101385505.Hotel-Information) > > [Meraki Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Banos-De-Agua-Santa-Hotels-Meraki-Hotel.h17970214.Hotel-Information) > > [Amazon Dolphin Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shushufindi-Hotels-Amazon-Dolphin-Lodge.h11249806.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach Resorts & Hotels in Kuantan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kuantan-Hotels-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d1944-tBeachHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [TUI BLUE Isla Cristina Palace - Adults Only Recommended](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Isla-Cristina-Hotels-TUI-BLUE-Isla-Cristina-Palace-Adults-Only.h1212606.Hotel-Information) > > [Las Rocas Playa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castro-Urdiales-Hotels-Las-Rocas-Playa-Hotel.h1340292.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Hotels in Málaga](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Malaga-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d312-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Winery Hotels in Yarra Valley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yarra-Valley-Hotels-Winery-Hotels.0-0-d6051898-tWineryHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Detroit](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Detroit-Hotels.d178255.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Dobbiaco](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dobbiaco-Hotels.d6084899.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Cottages Inverness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Cottages.d1607-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ### Flights ### Activities > [Things to do in Midigama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Midigama.d3000414161.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Cougar Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cougar.d184130.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [inoffizieller FKK Strand](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inoffizieller-FKK-Strand-Altona.d553248635977765091.Attraction) > > [Barons Cave](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barons-Cave-Reigate.d6271398.Attraction) ### General ---