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Alternative Hostels

Huayna-Capac Cacique Duma Esq., Cuenca 010103, Ecuador
Cuenca, Ecuador
See location+593 7408 4101
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$24
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rate per night

9.3
Wonderful
based on 170 reviews
170 reviews
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Standard room
$24

Overview

Boasting a terrace, AlterNative Hostels offers accommodation in Cuenca, 100 metres from Pumapungo Museum and 1.1 km from Tomebamba River. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel has family rooms. Some rooms have a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave. Popular points of interest near the hostel include Chahuarchimbana House Museum, Museum of the Aboriginal Cultures and Museum of "Las Conceptas". Mariscal Lamar International Airport is 2 km from the property.
9.3
Wonderful rating
Based on 170 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Alternative Hostels

Wed 5/28
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Standard room
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$24
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Alternative Hostels

  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Smoke alarms
  • Kitchenware
  • Shared kitchen
  • Kitchen

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Trash cans

Kitchen

  • Kitchenware
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Designated smoking area

General

  • Family rooms
  • Lockers

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Desk

Dining

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Hiking

Services and conveniences

  • Tour desk

Reviews of Alternative Hostels

9.3
Wonderful
170 verified ratings
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44
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13
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4
Fair
2
Mediocre
1
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1

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Location

Huayna-Capac Cacique Duma Esq., Cuenca 010103

What's nearby

  • Parque Calderon0.8 mi
  • Cuenca Cathedral0.8 mi
  • El Cajas National Park6.9 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 1:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:30 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Alternative Hostels

Low season

September

High season

October

Average price (weeknight)

$23
Cheapest month to stay with an average 59% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 30% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Alternative Hostels

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Alternative Hostels

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Alternative Hostels, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Alternative Hostels, plan to stay on a Monday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • How long should you stay at Alternative Hostels? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 17 days.

FAQs when booking at Alternative Hostels

  • Where is Alternative Hostels located?

    Alternative Hostels is located at Huayna-Capac Cacique Duma Esq., 0.7 miles from the center of Cuenca. Parque Calderon is the closest landmark to Alternative Hostels.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Alternative Hostels?

    Check-in time is 1:00 PM and check-out time is 11:30 AM at Alternative Hostels.

  • Does Alternative Hostels offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Alternative Hostels offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Alternative Hostels from the airport?

    Alternative Hostels is 1.9 miles from Cuenca. Alternative Hostels is 74 miles from Macas.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Alternative Hostels hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Alternative Hostels in Cuenca and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Alternative Hostels and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Alternative Hostels.

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Good to know

Value for money

9.5

Distance to city center

0.7 mi

Nearest Airport

Cuenca

Distance to airport

1.4 mi

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