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Description of Hostal del Pilar
Run by accommodating Scots, this 17th Century Inn was originally owned by monks as a place of lodging for travelling pilgrims. Now it is a haven for backpackers and world travellers, providing clean comfortable rooms, a large bar, sitting area with pool table, and a log fire in winter - which makes for a great social scene. Mentioned in all the guide books, Lonely Planet, Time Out, Lets Go, Guide de Routard etc We are situated in the middle of the Casco Antiguo, the beautiful old town of Marbella. Surrounded by typical Andalucian streets, good bars and restaurants, and a 5 minute walk from the beach. The hostal has an attractive roof terrace where you can chill out or sunbathe and offers free internet access for those with laptops. We look forward to your visit, and with your own house keys you can come and go as you please. ***AUGUST MINIMUM 3 NIGHT STAY*** ***PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU NEED TO CONTACT THE HOSTEL BEFORE ARRIVAL TO CONFIRM THE TIMES DUE TO THERE IS NOT 24 HOURS RECEPTION*****
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Reviews of Hostal del Pilar
Hostal del Pilar has a rating of 84% from a total of 149 reviews and ratings, below are some reviews of Hostal del Pilar
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Christianw3976 says:
“ Owners have been friendly and helpful, great if you're looking for work or local knowledge, and the location is very central to Marbella, A good stopover for the working traveler. ”
Posted: on Mar 18, 2010 // Rated: |
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ch-loeffen9438 says:
“ After a very long bus journey from Morocco I arrived in Marbella. The hostel owner waited up for me till 1 am and even had a cold beer waiting for me on the bar. My room was clean and very good value for money. Over all a very good place to meet other travellers! I´ll definately come back one... ”
Posted: on Mar 15, 2010 // Rated: |
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andrewliv2772 says:
“ Central hostel and very accommodating and helpful hosts. Not well signposted or very easy to find so take a map before you go! ”
Posted: on Mar 3, 2010 // Rated: |
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Organiclove87 says:
“ This hostel is WONDERFUL! The guy at the front desk, Mike, was extremely friendly and had a very warm personality. The rooms are cute and comfortable. The hostel is located in the center of the old part of the city, the most beautiful streets I have seen in my life! I highly recommend this hostel... ”
Posted: on Mar 2, 2010 // Rated: |
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hwiik says:
“ + Good location, friendly staff. - A little bit cold & wet during winter rains. ”
Posted: on Feb 22, 2010 // Rated: |
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zachgraham says:
“ Hostal was easy to find and within reasonable distance to all attractions. Owners were very accommodating and worked with me when I needed to move our reservation around. Bar and breakfast an unexpected plus. ”
Posted: on Feb 15, 2010 // Rated: |
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carofia9414 says:
“ The location was great. It was a bit hard to find as the map provided from the website it's not good at all. The rooms are extremely freeze, it was really hard to sleep. Apart from that, the location is great, right in the middle af the old town. Everything is close. ”
Posted: on Feb 8, 2010 // Rated: |
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maltegrunwald6741 says:
“ Great place to stay!!! You can reach every important spot easily.Staffs are very kind, rooms are okay. Check it out! ”
Posted: on Feb 3, 2010 // Rated: |
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superjacekkk2490 says:
“ Very nice and cheap hostel in lovely ancient neighbourhood. Very kind and honest staff. I would stay there again. ”
Posted: on Feb 1, 2010 // Rated: |
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zara55 says:
“ Nice location and friendly people. Clean hostal. the staff very helpful and willing to please. I felt very comfortable and happy in here and I felt like my home. ”
Posted: on Jan 18, 2010 // Rated: |
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belikin says:
“ Excellent place to stay, friendly staff, great location, loads of places to eat/drink within 2 mins walk ! ”
Posted: on Dec 16, 2009 // Rated: |
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belikin4649 says:
“ Great little hostal, close to everything, friendly owners................just beware of the neighbours chillies late at night ! ”
Posted: on Dec 15, 2009 // Rated: |
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trywise695431 says:
“ On arrival,was very impressed with the hostal and the helpfullness of the owners and my first opion did not change during my stay. Good local information was supplied by the owners. Would strongly recommend this hostel. ”
Posted: on Dec 14, 2009 // Rated: |
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sn34nb176530 says:
“ This is a gem of a hostal in a great position right in the centre of the old town and only a few mins from the beach. There are plenty of places in eat and drink near to the Hostal Mike the owner is very friendly and helpful and he makes you really feel at home and wecomes you with a free drink.... more ”
Posted: on Dec 9, 2009 // Rated: |
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klinse19293 says:
“ Perfect place to chill out while backpacking. ”
Posted: on Nov 9, 2009 // Rated: |
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lester3293 says:
“ Anyone looking for a clean, quiet ( if nobody has locked themselves out and you can't blame Mike the owner for that) brilliantly located hostel this is the place ”
Posted: on Nov 1, 2009 // Rated: |
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justinasanko4419 says:
“ THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO STAY IN MARBELLA! LOCATION IS BRILLIANT IN THE LOVELY, OLD PART OF THE TOWN, 5 MIN WALK TO THE BEACH. LOADS OF RESTAURANTS, SHOPS, AND BUBS AROUND. THE HOSTEL IS SPACIOUS AND CLEAN WITH THE BAR AND ROOF BALCONY, WHERE YOU CAN WATCH FLAMENCO SHOW FOR FREE! MY ROOM (CLEANED... more ”
Posted: on Oct 5, 2009 // Rated: |
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estewart095348 says:
“ Everyone was very accomodating! ”
Posted: on Sep 29, 2009 // Rated: |
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steveeghee3961 says:
“ Basic,clean accomadation. Suprisingly friendly from both owners and staff...More importantly cool beers at both bar and roof terrace where very easy to mix with like minded people.....fully enjoyable cant wait to come back next year.... ”
Posted: on Sep 24, 2009 // Rated: |
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ratzer-066089 says:
“ For a one star hostel, not only do you get somewhere to rest your head you get a comfortable environment from which to explore Marbella's charming old town and relax along the golden shores. Welcoming and friendly, ideal for backpackers at a very reasonable price. Qué bien! Sin duda voy a... ”
Posted: on Sep 16, 2009 // Rated: |
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freedom says:
“ Very nice and friendly atmosphere, backpackers from all over the world, great roof terrace to sit. Einige Deutsche hier auch getroffen, recht nett. ”
Posted: on Sep 5, 2009 // Rated: |
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danusia-lee138 says:
“ very clean rooms and amenities. Fresh towels every day. quiet hostel but bars and restaurants right around the corner. great little roof terrace all in all a very enjoyable stay. thanks. ”
Posted: on Sep 5, 2009 // Rated: |
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ymorgan729126 says:
“ Had a good time,booked for two nights and stayed another five!!great place for day trips, Tangier Gibraltar and Ronda.Helpful owners and staff.Cool roof terrace for a glass of wine in the evening. ”
Posted: on Aug 27, 2009 // Rated: |
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cukie595 says:
“ Das Preis-Leistungsverhaeltnis in diesem Hostal hat gepasst. Zweckmaessiges Zimmer, stets sauber- ebenso die Duschen und WCs. Wir mussten spontan zwei Naechte laenger bleiben, was uns unkompliziert ermoeglicht wurde.Wir wuerden jedem, der fuer wenig Geld mitten im Zentrum sein moechte, das Hostal... more ”
Posted: on Aug 15, 2009 // Rated: |
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kishkash102769 says:
“ Does exactly what it says on the can! could'nt be closer to all amenities and the owners are lovely people. Just make sure you don't get ripped off by taxi drivers - it's hidden away in a side street in the old town. I'll be back! ”
Posted: on Aug 14, 2009 // Rated: |
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roly21664481 says:
“ I really enjoyed my time at this hostel. It is clean, safe, convenient,and for the location a real bargain. The staff are friendly and helpful as well. ”
Posted: on Aug 12, 2009 // Rated: |
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shinyi2742 says:
“ The Staff was really funny and nice! He is scottish and talked a lot. He helped us to find a parking space. Security was average, locked door - no locker. Location was awesome. Downtown! Only thing was - that the rooms (floor) was dirty. I had BLACK feets! But Bathroom was "ok". It is a... more ”
Posted: on Jul 29, 2009 // Rated: |
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emsjarvis6043 says:
“ Location was excellent hostel staff were very welcoming would stay again ”
Posted: on Jul 28, 2009 // Rated: |
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oliverwall5762 says:
“ Perfect for the young traveller on a low budget who doesn't mind slumming it. Well located, basic, sociable, cheap and secure. ”
Posted: on Jul 24, 2009 // Rated: |
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bluegn6107 says:
“ Really good location in old town, free wifi, private rooms with cute roof terrace. Lacked a little something though ”
Posted: on Jul 18, 2009 // Rated: |
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toucan6260 says:
“ The location is good but that's about it. The bed I had was so old that it was very uncomfortable. No air in the room and very noisy. My first meeting with the staff was quite bad and the ambiance poor. I defenetively don't recommend this hostel. ”
Posted: on Jul 17, 2009 // Rated: |
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jon-grainge075996 says:
“ Great location with a warm welcome. Adequate rooms but great value for money. Could well be going back again. ”
Posted: on Jun 29, 2009 // Rated: |
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Joecas says:
“ We had a great time at Del Pilar's. The Scotish owner is very funny and helpfunl in any situation. Just located in the city center nice pizeria in Patio next door 2,- minutes away from exelent bakery, 5min to the beach... exelent. high recomendationes ”
Posted: on Jun 27, 2009 // Rated: |
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toddfevans says:
“ Run by a amazingly friendly couple! Chilled roof terrace overlooking flamenco dancing in a restraunt nxt door.clean hostel, gd security and perfect spot to cruise to the beach. ”
Posted: on Jun 23, 2009 // Rated: |
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estebansokol5548 says:
“ Excelente limpieza y atencion. Recomendable ”
Posted: on Jun 15, 2009 // Rated: |
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k8sayzsmile2618 says:
“ The hostel was the perfect location 5min walk to the beach, very helpful and friendly staff. Every day our bed was made and we had clean towels left in the room. I would definitely go back. Thank you. ”
Posted: on Jun 14, 2009 // Rated: |
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kennethhall25174 says:
“ Unique hostal in old town Marbella,stayed for a week and returned for an extra few days as enjoyed it.Good value and ideal meeting place for travellers.Roof terrace added bonus for having a cool beer. ”
Posted: on Jun 12, 2009 // Rated: |
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collinm says:
“ Very clean tidy hostel that is centrally located in Old town. Very friendly helpful and accomadating staff who really look after you. Stayed for a week and would highly recommend. ”
Posted: on Jun 4, 2009 // Rated: |
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syau287 says:
“ I had a great stay at Hostal Pilar! Mike and Trudy were great and very helpful. The Hostal was cute and ideally located up the road from the beach. Definately recommend this hostal to all those that are looking for a chilled out and friendly enviroment. Dont forget to go up to the roof terrace! ”
Posted: on Jun 4, 2009 // Rated: |
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santoslb1495 says:
“ Decent hostel for one night. Beds kinda squeaky and staff were rude and assumed that since were young students we were going to be loud and drunk the whole time and warned us to be quiet before we even got into our rooms. ”
Posted: on Jun 2, 2009 // Rated: |
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Facilities at Hostal del Pilar
- Sport & Leisure
- Pool Table
- Common Room
- In Room Facilities
- Reading Light
- Linen Included
- Food & Drink
- Bar
- Communications
