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Hosteria Mandala

3.0 star property
Travelers spend their days on the sun-drenched beaches of Machalilla National Park before retreating to a peaceful sanctuary for evening relaxation

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Hosteria Mandala, on the Machalilla National Park coast, offers beachfront cabanas and free local cuisine breakfast. Guests can relax in the garden, use WiFi on the terrace, or book a spa massage. Past visitors praise the peaceful atmosphere.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
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Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 45 per vehicle (one-way)

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Hosteria Mandala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hosteria Mandala?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hosteria Mandala?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hosteria Mandala?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Hosteria Mandala provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hosteria Mandala located?

Located in Puerto Lopez, this beachfront hotel is in a national park, 1.3 mi (2 km) from Machalilla National Park, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Los Frailes Beach and Ayampe Beach. Olon Beach and Montañita 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 selected 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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On the beach, well cared for
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

#1 Hosteria in the World

Hosteria Mandala is incredible! Maja and her staff are extremely responsive, professional, kind and courteous. We will always come back to Hosteria Mandala. Its the #1 Hosteria in the World!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful grounds, spacious rooms, quiet and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Paradise found.

Mandala was the perfect place to stay in perfect little town.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Maritza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really loved and enjoyed my stay there. It is a peaceful place and really close to the beach. The staff is really friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEBBIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms feel very private and I love the use of local resources. The vegetation around the rooms/cabins really give you a sense of being in nature, and the location is great with the beach across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Paradise on the beach. Lovely cabins with porches and hammocks, surrounded by nature and birds. Fabulous and the best place to stay in Puerto Lopez!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose Ignacio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helped me when need it the most. Highly recommended Mandala for your next stay at Puerto Lopez
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute place away from the noise. Felt like a treehouse, in a good way! Recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing. We loved it!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the most beautiful settings for a hotel on the coast that I have ever stayed at. The cabins, some 15 or so, are each uniquely designed and named after sea, land, and air creatures. Hidden in the forest along beautiful paths these cabins are comfortable, quiet, and relaxing. I stayed here in 2015 and today in 2022 the cabins and grounds are well maintained and the hosts are friendly and welcoming. I'll stay here again on my next visit to Puerto Lopez.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, unique, scenic and interesting spot to spend a night or a week. Much to do on sight, and walking distance to the shops, restaurants and activities of the Malecon. Steps off the beach, with beautiful gardens, and many lovely surprises unique to the property. Homemade gelato, hand carved furniture and board games. Truly a magical place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the design and ambiance for consciousness. Owners and personnel strive to help and make your stay a pleasure. Great location. The town of Puerto Lopez needs to work on cleaning the beach. Tons of plastic everywhere and too many dogs and of course dog waste. Locals should organize regular weekly “mingas” to clean the beach. If they don’t, it will soon turn into Atacamez.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Diego

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and bathroom were dirty. Rooms without windows and only mosquito nets, it was very cold
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Tommy

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

Good but not great

Not quite what i expected. Nice but needs some updating. Service was good at times and not so good at times. Over all good but not great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staying here was like sleeping in art. The owners’ artistic skills and attention to detail were amazing. It’s as though over the 24 years of building it they took every suggestion and made it a reality. Need a chair for the beach? They’ve got them. Want to play Chinese checkers? Choose the table with the inlaid wood game board on it…or backgammon…or checkers…or dominos from hand crafted wood. Look up and see the inlaid wood, down, the mortise and tenon workmanship…the carvings, the detail everywhere. Truly a work of art. The staff are equally attentive to the details of your needs and truly go above and beyond to do so. Can’t recommend it highly enough using Expedia’s scale.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just spent 5 nights at Hosteria Mandala with a couple friends. I really enjoyed it. During my exploration of the town, I didn't see any other property that I would have rather stayed. It is on the northern edge of the town\beachfront, but the town is not large enough for that to be a concern. It was at most a 15 minute walk to any place on the beach. The property is broken into several small buildings with a few rooms per building. The buildings are surrounded by various plants and trees giving each room a secluded feeling. I believe each room has its own private outdoor space with hammocks and other seating. Because of the layout, I didn't have a clear ocean view, but the view of the plants made up for it. The beach is right out the front entrance of the property and since it is a little off from the main drag, the beach seems very private. We saw several iguanas, hummingbirds, and other wildlife on the property. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The included breakfast was more than adequate with 3 different options. I highly recommend this property.
View from my bed to my private balcony.
Entrance
Beach view from front of property.
Path between the various cabins
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bedding and shower were clean. The garden is well-maintained and lots of birds. But the buildings/cabins need repair work. Hot water came and went every three minutes, had to jump in and out of the water flow. Curtains were faded and wrinkled, the walls were cracked and stained, MANY doors did not hang true and were therefore hard to lock. In the common areas, the games and books and instruments are old and faded, appear to be unused.… In fact, I did not see anyone use the common areas other than for breakfast. Breakfast was plentiful but boring…salt was damp/unusable. The staff was very pleasant but not very knowledgeable about local attractions/guides. The two doggies were friendly and well behaved, not dirty at all. Overall, I felt safe and clean. I think with minimal investment this place could be awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

Casa Árbol

Fueron unas lindas vacaciones, el hostal muy acogedor y la atención del personal dispuestos en todo momento a resolvernos cualquier necesidad. Nos encantaría regresar pronto es un lugar lleno de vida, arte y creatividad; nuestro bungalow precioso y cómodo.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hermoso lugar, tranquilo, frente al mar. Deliciosa comida y excelente atención.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VENANCIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo perfecto
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

darryl

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

Rustic and friendly atmosphere

Very very clean rooms A little rustic for some but the overall stay was extremely friendly. So close to the ocean is a plus.Some may be turned off by no AC but the open air windows and fans provide plenty of cooling
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, friendly, helpful staff. Rustic cabins, surrounded by greenery, birds, and art. It felt very safe staying at Hosteria Mandala. Easy walk into the central town either on the beach or Malecon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a very pleasant theme but it isn't for everyone. This type of location is naturally inviting for bugs and this kept me up at night. Room was also a little small so it was difficult to get settled in. But mainly my complaint is the bugs. I just couldn't get used to this.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

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

Muy recomendado hotel Mandala

Excelente, hicimos actividades de esparcimiento en el hotel jugamos futbolin, Villar y juegos de mesa. Desayuno muy bueno
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022