86%Hostalito de Guanajuato

the freaking hostel dosen't exist, we were not even let in by the lady there....

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by vikramwanchoo6716 – posted on Oct 16, 2008

1

had to cancel last two of five days i had booked because i got zero sleep. sheets were decades old, walls were paper thin, mattress was a strange yellow color. i{ve stayed at hostels on 5 continents, and this is the worst i{ve seen.

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by utjohnson-2000202 – posted on Jun 2, 2008

1

Good hostel!!!! I recommend staying there! Had no problems at all and had a great time there!

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by katharina066298 – posted on Mar 17, 2008

2

Lovely hostel, although it was a shame our room had no window

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by laral2508 – posted on Feb 12, 2008

7

The staff is warm and friendly. The location is a short hop-skip to the heart of the city. The price is a little on the higher side compared to the thousand other hostels in the city, but I was content nonetheless. There were a few double-booking issues, and in some cases guests were forced to... more The staff is warm and friendly. The location is a short hop-skip to the heart of the city. The price is a little on the higher side compared to the thousand other hostels in the city, but I was content nonetheless. There were a few double-booking issues, and in some cases guests were forced to leave early to make room for the new arrivals. It is bad business, but I hope to blame it on affiliation with too many independent hostelling reservation websites. Overall I was content at Hostalito de Guanajuato, although I would like to try a few of the other hostels on my next holiday.close

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by CJBianco – posted on Dec 30, 2007

1

the rooms are very small and is not clean at all specially the bathroom the breakfast is poor the staff is excellent and very kind

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by fabyd – posted on Apr 20, 2007

2

Really need to rethink the bathroom situation: one toilet and shower for 10+ people a bit much in morning and evening...

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by Angelaala – posted on Mar 3, 2007

7

The staff here are great! Look for Marcel, he keeps the bar going. Medel is also very friendly. If you like quiet, you might want to bring earplugs because the stairway can be noisy despite the efforts of your fellow guests. The one common bathroom didn´t seem to be a problem at all. When you... more The staff here are great! Look for Marcel, he keeps the bar going. Medel is also very friendly. If you like quiet, you might want to bring earplugs because the stairway can be noisy despite the efforts of your fellow guests. The one common bathroom didn´t seem to be a problem at all. When you take the bus from the depot, tell the driver you want to get off at "VIPs" and then walk uphill three doors. Nothing to it. Also check out Barfly down the street.close

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by morgan2362 – posted on Jan 29, 2007

1

Its super (said with a French accent). Quite young and vibrant and warm mood to the whole place. And the house itself is very well decorated.

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by Kosharovskaya – posted on Jan 25, 2007

3

The hostel doesn't provide directions on their website. If you take a city bus from the bus station into town on a weekend or busy day, the bus will drop you off in an underground tunnel and you'll have to walk through town to get to the hostel. If that doesn't appeal to you, take a cab. There is... more The hostel doesn't provide directions on their website. If you take a city bus from the bus station into town on a weekend or busy day, the bus will drop you off in an underground tunnel and you'll have to walk through town to get to the hostel. If that doesn't appeal to you, take a cab. There is only one bathroom with supposedly two showers; both are dirty. Nice staff, free internet. We loved Guanajuato!close

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by Anoell – posted on Jan 11, 2007

3

Excellent staff. Highly recommended. Would stay here again. Thanks for everything, from your Kiwi friends :)

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by jennyh6251 – posted on Dec 8, 2006

9

Love the location - just a few minutes walk to the center of town.

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by mopotofu – posted on Nov 26, 2006

4

I CALL THIS THE DREAM HOSTEL WITH ALL THAT BIG ONES HAVE BUT SUPER CLEAN AND HELPFUL. BOOK EARLY.

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by Godswi – posted on Aug 1, 2006

32

NEED ANOTHER BATHROOM

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by Godswi – posted on Jul 24, 2006

32

My experience with Hostelito de Guanajuato was excellent. The staff was very friendly and accomadating. They made me feel welcome the first second I walked through the door. This place is great for meeting people all over the world and the location is great. Only five minutes away from the... more My experience with Hostelito de Guanajuato was excellent. The staff was very friendly and accomadating. They made me feel welcome the first second I walked through the door. This place is great for meeting people all over the world and the location is great. Only five minutes away from the action. The only problem is that you have to share one bathroom with a bunch of people, but I really did not have much of a problem. Also, if you plan to go to bed before 12 a.m. you probably will have problems as most guests do not go to sleep until the wee hours of the morning and usually do not respect the 10:30 quiet rule. All in all, if I return to Guanajuato, I will return here.close

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by staca – posted on Jul 16, 2006

1

I was there to work, and they gave me all the space and silence i needed (and brought me chamomile tea). If arriving early, it's occasionally hard to wake someone up (5:00 a.m. in my case). Just keep trying: the place is an excellent deal, even if it is a pain to share one bathroom for everyone.

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by Agesh – posted on May 31, 2006

1

The hostel is nice and the staff are ever helpful but the sound carries far too much. Be it reception noise in the mornings or evenings or people in other rooms, there's rarely a quiet time

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by david561 – posted on Apr 18, 2006

2

Be warned that there is only one bathroom/shower facility to service 2 floors. That's one toilet and 2 shower stalls in the same room, so the wait can be rather long when the hostel is full. We had a room in the interior and it became very stuffy and hot. Smoking seemed to be allowed... more Be warned that there is only one bathroom/shower facility to service 2 floors. That's one toilet and 2 shower stalls in the same room, so the wait can be rather long when the hostel is full. We had a room in the interior and it became very stuffy and hot. Smoking seemed to be allowed everywhere which made matters worse. On a positive note, Adriana was most helpful in everyway and gave us some good advice for enjoying this beautiful city.close

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by wilsonand – posted on Apr 10, 2006

2

I will never recomend these hostel for to stay. The manager is no so nice with the people, the hostal is so far from the Centro and is not true all the say in the hostel web. I will never go.

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by sergio9939 – posted on Feb 25, 2006

1

This is a clean, well run operation that is the best value in Guanajuato. Good hot coffee in the morning, hot showers, very good mix of people. Owner and all employees will make you feel at home. Beautiful setup and several rooms have a balcony. Walking is easy to get to anywhere in town. Highly... more This is a clean, well run operation that is the best value in Guanajuato. Good hot coffee in the morning, hot showers, very good mix of people. Owner and all employees will make you feel at home. Beautiful setup and several rooms have a balcony. Walking is easy to get to anywhere in town. Highly recommend this place over several others in town.close

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by seaja – posted on Nov 26, 2005

3

Thank you Lupita, Marcelo, Jesus, Elizabeth, and others. Not only was this a nice and comfortable hostalito to stay in, but the staff and owner went above and beyond to help me as a stranger to feel at home. I thank you Hostalito de Guanajuato for your friendship and help.

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by asimp7549 – posted on Sep 12, 2005

1

This is an ok place but definitely not the best. The bathroom door fell off as I tried to close it. It's still broken. The staff tended to hog both of the two "free" internet computers. I almost broke my ankle on some steps near my room because there was no light on and no sign to warn... more This is an ok place but definitely not the best. The bathroom door fell off as I tried to close it. It's still broken. The staff tended to hog both of the two "free" internet computers. I almost broke my ankle on some steps near my room because there was no light on and no sign to warn me off steps. My "private" room had a hole in the wall so I could see the people in the dorm. Also it was very noisy at night - the walls are made of coloured glass, so not very sound proof and i could hear every word that the people said in the next room. Also there are roosters outside that wake up very early. In spite of all of this, it's not too bad. I would consider staying there again. It has a great location. Guanajuato is such a great place that you don't need much from your accommodation except a bed.close

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by lovelyclarita – posted on Jul 29, 2005

18

The last night i was there, there were drunk people (i think they might have been the owner or the staff) downstair drinking, singing, and screaming all night long. i couldn't sleep at all. i left the hostel at 7am and their music was still blaring. it was horrible.

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by watermisbe – posted on Jul 28, 2005

1

I t was a it unclear about breakfast so I never had it there. Otherwise a great place

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by sdipl – posted on Jul 7, 2005

3

The place is sympatic like the people who work there. The breakfast offered was poor and information missing like the bus schedule (centre station).

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by slatendr – posted on May 16, 2005

1

Un cordial saludo a la amable propietaria del Hostalito Guanajuato; por sus indicaciones y la invitación a "sentirnos como en casa". Soy uno de los chicos que la noche del sabado charlábamos en la sala común. ¡Nos vemos el próximo Año!

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by laaur6269 – posted on Apr 4, 2005

1

I had a great staying at this hostel. As Guanajuato, the place is as cozy as picturesque. The staff is great and helpful. Even the owner shared a bottle of wine with my friend and I at the lounge. Highly recommended.

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by xdtm – posted on Apr 4, 2005

3

I really loved it! It's just in the town center, the staff is very nice and I met a lot of interesting people there!

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by emb82 – posted on Mar 25, 2005

1

HostalitodeGuanajuato far exceeded my expectations. Excellentin ALL aspects, especially the STAFF, Location,and cleanliness. I wouldstay there AGAIN!!!

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by sssfa – posted on Mar 18, 2005

1

Staying at this hostel is like staying at a friend's house. The warm, friendly staff will cook together with travelers when they need help and are always willing ot chat. they even invited us out on the town on weekend nights. This is a wonderful place and the locale is charming. However, there... more Staying at this hostel is like staying at a friend's house. The warm, friendly staff will cook together with travelers when they need help and are always willing ot chat. they even invited us out on the town on weekend nights. This is a wonderful place and the locale is charming. However, there is privacy for those who desire it. Try to avoid the rooms on the top floor, as they offer less privacy.close

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by jncarlosag – posted on Mar 18, 2005

2

It is a wanderful place

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by estudio – posted on Feb 10, 2005

7

its the only place to stay in guanajuato!

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by Hocak – posted on Jan 30, 2005

1

This Hostel is the BEST that I have ever stayed in! Awesome location, wonderful staff and a beautiful Hostel! Thank you very much for everything! Shaz

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by baron2526 – posted on Jan 9, 2005

3

Overall the hostel was nice but some of the services were misadvertised.

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by sallyannja – posted on Dec 19, 2004

4

This hostel is in an awesome location, really close to all the sites on foot, with a group of fun staff that are really helpful. Definetely recommend others to check out Guanajuato with this hostel!!!

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by lindsay228 – posted on Dec 6, 2004

1

I'll be back with my friends again!

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by rodolfo7152 – posted on Oct 25, 2004

1

Thanks for everything Lupita. Thanks for making my stay in one of the world greatest towns even better. You went out of your way to make my stay enjoyable and I really appreciate it.

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by robyoung – posted on Oct 23, 2004

2

Quite a lot of traffic noise. The advertised reading room has been changed into accommodation.

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by mary-rh – posted on Oct 18, 2004

1

The staff are lovely and its a very friendly place which feels more like home than a hostel.on the downside breakfast is very stingy with only 2 pieces of toast and a cup of tea or coffee. There seems to be some inconsistency with their prices though so check at timne of booking.

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by cathgu – posted on Oct 13, 2004

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