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Reviews of Mahalo Hostel

Calle 2 # 6-08, 631020 Salento, Colombia

#79 of 91 hotels in Salento

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Review score

Based on 202 hostel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice hostel, rooms are clean, like to have the bathroom in the room!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    9.0
    Great experience with the view and the kindness of Andres
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view from the terrace was amazing and Andres was super nice

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms are a bit cramped and you can hear everything going on in the streets. Staff could be a little more helpful with recommending excursions/tours etc.

    Really great location, and the patio is amazing to relax and enjoy the views.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    8.0
    Nice little hostel in a great spot, good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the bed was a little bit uncomfortable, but all in I would stay here again :)

    I stayed in the deluxe double room and it looked exactly like in the picture. The room was clean and there was hot water in the en suite shower. I saw some bad reviews so was worried about this booking, but I didn’t encounter any problems.The man behind the desk was friendly and helpful. The hostel gave me keys to the front door so I could come and go as I pleased. For the cheap price this room was very good! The room I stayed in had windows out into the street, so there is some noise from people walking by but this was fine. The room I stayed in was also very close to the front door so you could hear people as they came in/checked in. But this was not a problem. There are some nice bars just up the hill a little bit more and you can hear the music from them till about 1130 but it was quiet after that untill about 7:30 in the morning when people start passing by There is a nice little fire pit and beautiful view from the back of the social area also

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    7.0
    Good value for money, don’t expect too much, but great for short stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite a fee thing either broken or not working properly. Such as doors, windows didnt stay open and were loud. It was very loud in general. Water wasnt working but no refund for the extra money spend on the bath. Staff wasnt really helpful, but kind.

    Amazing location woth beautiful views from the room

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    9.0
    Great hostel!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Todo bien! Thank you :)

    The staff was great with us, the room was spacious and beds super comfy with curtains! We loved the location, the bathroom was clean, hot shower and nice pressure! We don’t understand the bad reviews because we loved it and the price was reasonable too!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    9.0
    Brilliant accomodation to stay in Salento
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff super friendly Valentina the receptionist arrange all our needs and questions. The rooms are beautiful and the views for breakfast and the terrace amazing right in the center of Salento!!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really. I was lucky to get a good dorm compared to some others I spoke to.

    Comfortable bed in a decent dorm with it's own bathroom. Valentina on reception was super nice and friendly, as were the cleaning ladies I met. The location was perfect just off Calle Real with the main plaza 5 mins walk away.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    7.0
    Great location, great breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little loud as the door was a make shift door and didn’t close all the way so we could hear the dorm room next to us

    Breakfast was really good!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2024

    9.0
    I would recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We couldn't check in when we arrived and they changed rooms on us.

    Very friendly staff! Comfortable accommodations and a tasty breakfast. Convenient location.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little bit small area in dorm room

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2024

    7.0
    It's basic and small, but comfortable enough for a short stay. Just don't expect too much.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    My bedroom was just beside the reception, which didn't feel private. It is not different from what is shown in the pictures, but their illumination makes them prettier.

    The location is perfect, in the heart of Salento. Nightlife is not huge there, so it was quite calm and quiet. Staff was kind.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Somehow the rooms are very small and I felt like it smelled of humidity.

    The staff was very friendly and breakfast was good. The location is super-centric.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were very hard

    It was a great location, we arrived quite late and David on the desk was so helpful.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room is really small, the mattress quite old ( at least it feels that way) To go to the bathroom you have to go via the common room. There is only one bathroom ( including toilet) so if unlucky you might have to wait a while to go to the toilet …

    Perfect location, super friendly staff , clean bath and bedroom.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    8.0
    Recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely place, close to the main street and the square. A little noisy during the night but we were maybe just unlucky.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There's no where in the room to hang or put your clothes.

    David and Erika were amazing! Very kind, understanding and helpful. Returning to the hostel completely drenched and cold after our walk in the Cocora Valley David lit the outside fire for us and made us coffee to warm us up and Erika kindly dried our wet clothes in the dryer and lent me one of her jumpers to wear, so sweet! Also, nice comfy room, great bed and good breakfast.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2023

    7.0
    Pleasant stay in Salento
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - the breakfast was the same every day - unfortunately the window and the door to the balcony were leaky.. thus it was very noisy at night and in the early morning and it got quite cold in the room - the towels (for the floor in the bathroom + towel for drying the hands) have never been changed even though they were dirty..

    + location directly in town + room was very spacious + very friendly hosts

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing staff and good location, a bit noisy in the evening for the bars nearby

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2023

    7.0
    Great location but comes with price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stayed in a private room and their was zero noise canceling property. As much as I liked this location, it was so difficult to sleep. There is a bar right next door and at times it was so loud it felt like the we were inside the bar. There really should be a warning that it will be loud if you’re focused on trying to get some sleep.

    Perfect location, and really cute and cozy décor.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kinda noisy

    In general a good place to stay Location is good

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2023

    9.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Window opening right onto the street was a bit uncomfortable so kept it closed

    Perfect location to explore Salento and nearby tours like Cocora Valley and Coffee Farms.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    can be noisy

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only down side is that the forms are downstairs and the air is very moldy so a bit hard to breathe

    Super nice staff And very cute hostel

    Stayed in May 2023

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