Happy Hill Hostel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Manglaralto with free breakfast and spa services

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free WiFi
Free daily continental breakfast
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Overview of Happy Hill Hostel

6.0

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Room service

Explore the area

EC241754, Santa Elena, Manglaralto, Ruta del Spondylus Km697, San Jose Olon, 7km Norte de Montanita
  • Popular LocationMomo Restaurant5 min drive
  • Popular LocationCabaña Gracielita5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMontanita Point6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMontañita Beach7 min drive
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Room options

Standard Double Room, Mountain View

  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room

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

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About the neighborhood

Comuna San Jose

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 mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Montanita Point - 6 min drive
  • Montañita Beach - 7 min drive
  • Olon Beach - 8 min drive
  • Montanita Church - 8 min drive
  • Ayampe Beach - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Momo Restaurant - 5 min drive
  • La Churrería - 5 min drive
  • South Indian - 5 min drive
  • Montañita Brewing Company - 7 min drive
  • Mali - Thaï And Sushi Resto Bar - 5 min drive

About this property

Happy Hill Hostel

Hotel near Montanita Point
Consider a stay at Happy Hill Hostel and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. For some rest and relaxation, visit the Turkish bath/hammam, and indulge in thalassotherapy, a facial, or Ayurvedic treatments. The onsite family restaurant, Sunset View Terrace, features ocean views. In addition to a garden and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), concierge services, and wedding services
  • Luggage storage, a TV in the lobby, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Happy Hill Hostel include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers

Languages

English, Spanish

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–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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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:

  • All citizens of Ecuador will be charged the national value-added tax (12%) upon checkout. Non-residents on a tourist visa will not be required to pay this tax. The tax exemption does not apply for stays over 90 days.

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 at Happy Hill Hostel?

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 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Ayampe Beach. Puerto Lopez Beach and Los Frailes Beach are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Happy Hill Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
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" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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

4/10 Poor

angela, miami

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.

10/10 Excellent

paradise pic, nj

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!

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.

2/10 Terrible

Nadia

Traveled with family
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

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

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

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