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Happy Hill Hostel

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A view of a thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush palm trees, with a pool visible in the foreground. - Happy Hill Hostel (Manglaralto)
A brick pathway leading to a white balustrade with a view of the ocean. - Happy Hill Hostel (Manglaralto)
A pool area with a wooden staircase leading down to it, surrounded by lush greenery. - Happy Hill Hostel (Manglaralto)
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Located close to Montanita Point, Happy Hill Hostel provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the Turkish bath/hammam, and indulge in a body scrub, a facial, or thalassotherapy. The on-site restaurant, Sunset View Terrace, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and an arcade/game room.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double Room, Mountain View

A bedroom with a brick wall, wooden bed, curtains, a bedside table, a mirror, and a woven bench.

Standard Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two bunk beds, a wooden ceiling, a tiled floor, a wooden door, and a mirror on the wall.

Quadruple Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Manglaralto, Happy Hill Hostel is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Montanita Point and Ayampe Beach. Puerto Lopez Beach and Los Frailes Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Comuna San Jose travel guide
Map
Ruta del Spondylus Km697, San Jose Olon, 7km Norte de Montanita, Manglaralto, Santa Elena, EC241754

What's nearby

  • A beach with a large cliff and ocean waves.
    Olon Beach
    5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Montañita Beach
    7 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Montanita Point
    8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Montanita Spanish School
    8 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Montanita Church
    9 min drive - 5.9 miles

Restaurants

  • La Terreta
    7 min drive
  • Montañita Brewing Company
    7 min drive
  • Tropical Pizzeria
    7 min drive
  • Áurea
    7 min drive
  • Por Que No? Lounge And Bar
    7 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Sunset View Terrace

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Thai massages
  • Thalassotherapy
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 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 stay free
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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 travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Ecuador.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Does Happy Hill Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Happy Hill Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, Happy Hill Hostel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Happy Hill Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Happy Hill Hostel?

Check-out is at 12:30 PM. Late check-out is available for USD 20 (subject to availability).

Does Happy Hill Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Happy Hill Hostel located?

Situated by the sea, this hotel is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Montanita Point and 7.5 mi (12 km) from Ayampe Beach. Puerto Lopez Beach and Los Frailes Beach are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Happy Hill Hostel Reviews

6.0

7.4

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

7.0

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Nadia

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

pésimo servicio

Al llegar al lugar me indicaron que ya no tenía reserva que tenían el local a tope desde hace 15 días... me devolvieron el valor de la reserva pero perdí 1 hora que pude haber disfrutado con mi familia
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

MARIELA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
EL PRECIO DEMASIADO ALTO PARA EL TIPO DE HOSPEDAJE QUE ES
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Raúl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Un lugar sencillo y agradable

Viaje hasta San José (Olon) por el matrimonio de un familiar, por éste motivo, no permanecí mucho tiempo en Happy Hill, puedo expresar que el hostel se presenta con un entorno muy natural, amplios espacios, parqueos, wifi, dormi bien, me duche con agrado y desayune bien.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy satisfecho

Muy buena relación costo - servicio. Desayuno excelente y abundante. Atención sobresaliente de los empleados. La vista desde el balcón para desayunar es muy agradable. Piscina siempre disponible y limpia.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Hotel para unos pocos días.

La verdad el hotel está en medio de un lugar agradable fuera del ruido de montañita y otros lugares pero la habitación podría estar mejor equipada, con mejor luz, el baño estaba bien, limpio. El lugar con una piscina en buen estado aunque podría mejorarse. También hay 2 perros uno muy grande pero súper tranquilos.
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not what I expected

The hotel has very nice grounds and nice view, the closes place is Montanita which is about 10 minutes by bus. When I arrived I was the only guest. The help does not speak any English . The owners are very nice. They come there for the weekend. I had problems with Mosquitos, no hot water. No water, and no electricity. The room I stayed in had very small windows. They have a great breakfast. You should come here only if you have a car
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4/10 Poor

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

disappointed!

no wifi, no electricity for a while, eventhough the man that works there tries to help the owners of the hostal havent paid the electricity bills so there was a big issue.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andres

Disliked: Cleanliness

Muy caro para lo que es

Habia un raton en la habitacion y mi esposa le tiene panico. No pudimos dormir en toda la noche porque nos picaron las arañas que habian entre las sabanas, teniamos todas las piernas enronchadas de las picaduras. Nos ibamos a quedar dos noches, por suerte pagamos a la llegada solo una noche, porque en la mañana ya nos fuimos. Que por cierto, el precio me parecio muy caro.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

paradise pic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very kind warm and hospitable staff!

This guys really treat every one like family I would stay living here if I could, every none should stop by and enjoy the view from the hill kick back and enjoy a relaxing drink to the sunset!
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4/10 Poor

Familia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incomodo

Por el precio pense que era un hotel de mejores caracteristicas, la habitacion es basica solo tiene las camas y no hay muebles para poner el equipaje, el bano es de nivel econocmico, la limpieza no es buena, y los cubrecamas estaban sucios. Deberian mejorar totalmente. La ubicacion es buena.
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2/10 Terrible

Annie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

loin de tout, mal entretenu

si vous êtes amant de la nature dû pour une retraite fermé du monde c'est un endroit pour vous. Sinon, n'y pensez même pas. emplacement en retrait de tout. pas de télévision, insectes qui entre dans la chambre par plusieurs ouvertures du toit, planchers sales, piscine mal entretenu, déjeuner tres moyen le seul point positif est la vue. De l'espace commun la vue sur l'ocean est extraordinaire.
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8/10 Good

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lugnare hotell vid Montanita

Vi trivdes väldigt bra på Happy Hill. Det är ett lugnt hotell fint beläget uppe på en kulle med utsikt över havet. In till Montanita tar det ca 10 min med taxi. Vi var glada att vi inte bodde inne i Montanita där det är väldigt högljutt. Personalen på Happy Hill var jättetrevliga och vårt rum var rent och städat varje dag. Fina utrymmen för att sitta och njuta och även en härlig pool. Kan starkt rekommendera detta prisvärda hotell.
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente hotel, es perfecto para una estadía familiar o en pareja. Los dueños son muy amables y te hacen sentir como en casa.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

el hotel no esta en montañita

El hotel no esta en el lugar por ustedes indicados sino a unos cinco minutos en taxi en un lugar llamado san josé, deberían corregir ese dato. Gracias
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ignacio

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Muy reprochable el engaño.

El lugar es hermoso, las instalaciones tambien se ven hermosas, pero por que tienen que mentir que estan en Montañita cuando en realidad estan a 3 pueblo o mas precisamente 17kms de Montañita?
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great views from the hosteria

It is very quiet there, but it is close to Montanita and other small towns on the coast. Have to take a taxi or a bus to go into any towns. There is not much in the imediate area. If you like isolation and the country side it's a good place to go.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018