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Minka Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Quito with rooftop terrace and restaurant

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Consider a stay at Minka Backpackers Hostel and take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and laundry facilities.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom

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

Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Living room
In-room safe
  • 323 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Triple Room

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

Triple Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Quito is home to Minka Backpackers Hostel. Concentración Deportiva de Pichincha and TelefériQo Base Station are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Quito Observatory and Nayon Xtreme Valley. Cuyabeno Lodge and Vivarium are also worth visiting. Visit our Quito travel guide
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Matovelle 219 y calle Vargas, Barrio San Juan, Quito, 170118

What's nearby

  • Basilica of the National Vow which includes religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral
    Basilica of the National Vow
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Independence Square which includes a monument, a statue or sculpture and a square or plaza
    Independence Square
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Quito Cathedral featuring religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral
    Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • La Mariscal Craft Market showing interior views, shopping and markets
    La Mariscal Craft Market
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • El Ejido Park
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

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

Property highlights
A rooftop terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room are just a few of the amenities provided at Minka Backpackers Hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Minka Backpackers Hostel boast comforts, such as separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Separate sitting areas, communal kitchens and coffee/tea makers

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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

    Pets not 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 at the property

    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

    • 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

    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 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
    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

    Parking height restrictions apply

    Property is 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

    Is Minka Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much is parking at Minka Backpackers Hostel?

    Self-parking is free at this property.

    What time is check-in at Minka Backpackers Hostel?

    Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 4 PM.

    What time is check-out at Minka Backpackers Hostel?

    Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

    Does Minka Backpackers Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

    Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 30 per vehicle applies.

    Where is Minka Backpackers Hostel located?

    Situated in Quito, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Basilica of the National Vow, La Alameda Park and Palacio de Gobierno. Centro de Arte Contemporaneo and Quito Observatory are also within 10 minutes. La Alameda Station is 10 minutes by foot and El Ejido Station is 15 minutes.

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    Reviews

    Minka Backpackers Hostel Reviews

    8.0

    Very good

    7.8

    Cleanliness

    6.4

    Location

    7.8

    Staff & service

    7.6

    Property conditions & facilities
    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

    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

    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

    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

    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

    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.

    8/10 Good

    Christina

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

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

    Liked: Staff & service