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Reviews of Nativa Whale Domes

Malecón Julio Izurieta y calle 31 de Agosto, Puerto Lopez, Ecuador, 131950 Puerto López, Ecuador

#16 of 16 hotels in Puerto López

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Review score

Based on 78 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    7.0
    This place was fun . a safe ,secure area right next to the beach this is for you it’s affordable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The people that were next to not even right next to us played loud music at 12 o’clock at night past 12 and it was very difficult to go to sleep with people playing different music at all times there should be a Noise level check or a time when Music could be turned down also the dogs next-door Are horrific. They block all night long all morning long just constantly. Bring earplugs.

    Excellent location a minute walk from the beach literally I love my son love being in a tent in the kitchen was great and the hammock

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location and a little more expensive compared to others.

    Amazing place, so chill, great pool, one of the best kitchens I have seen in a hostel, and also good beds. Angel was also so friendly.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    9.0
    Great stay In Puerto López
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was a bit out of the main center and price was a bit high

    Clean, comfortable beds, happy, helpful staff

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was fun to stay in a geodesic dome, as I have read about them. It was quite spacious and the shared bathrooms and showers were very clean. They helped me get a taxi to my next location. They even had a small library of books, so I was able to swap out a new book to read!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2023

    7.0
    Fine for a night or two
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tent with the mattress was quite small and uncomfortable. For a few dollars more, there are nicer and more comfortable options in Puerto Lopez.

    The staff were very helpful and there was the option of a pool and a bar which was nice.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Near from the beach

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    9.0
    Very good accommodation, very cute angel, and very lively flash!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cleaning is already timely, but the mosquitoes and ants need to be cleaned further……Maybe more and stronger insecticides are needed.

    The staff is extremely welcoming and responsive, with air conditioning in the large tent and a quiet location,hope to comeback again next time!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Ángel made us feel welcome straight away and was very helpful during our stay eg. He booked our bus back to Quito for us and a taxi to the bus station. Our dome was spacious with super cold air con! The hostel had a friendly vibe and there were lots of different social spaces around the hostel, and the pool was nice and clean. Also conveniently located near the beach and restaurants.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2023

    9.0
    Cheap and cheerful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slightly bigger living room/social space maybe? But nothing really as there's loads of outdoor space for that!

    Simple but effective! Comfy beds, pretty well equipped kitchen, plenty of hammocks and a pool for hot days! Hot showers too which is always a bonus!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2023

    10
    A cute place where it feels like home :)
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    - cute place - helpful staff - very close to the beach

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice room with big beds, outdoor pool and nice garden area, also super close to the beach

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The size of the bads and room The comfy common area and kitchen The open space

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2023

    8.0
    Good and recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It gets super hot in the tents during the day, despite the airconditioning. I was sick and couldn't get out of bed and it was an extra tough day with the extreme heat in the tent.

    Very nice beds and a good vibe. Clean kitchen and the swimming pool is nice.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel was very comfortable, all the facilities were really nice, the bathrooms really clean and wifi was working really good! But the best is Angel he will help you with everything, very nice guy, also nixe to be sharing experiences and making food all together thanks to him it was really fun!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Tent
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    its an amazing place! really calm right at the beach a little walk to the city Center👌! The owner is really nice and the facilities are perfect! if you want a calm place at the Ecuadorian beaches this is the perfect place!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I underestimated the distance to Center of Puerto Lopez, it’s a 15min walk. There was some ants that got into my room, and also a small leakage when it rained a lot.

    Everything was great, AC, clean kitchen, free water, good showers.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bar is open 5pm to 22pm

    Nice chill atmosphere 😌

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maybe the air conditioning unit in the 10 bed dorm should be managed by the manager. Everyone has a different opinion of how cold it should be and it was often set for freezing!!

    Management very helpful. Great vibe. Close to beach and centre. Good kitchen.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Tent
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is incredible, beautiful, calm, extra clean and the staff is 5 stars!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 February 2023

    10
    amazing place in a great location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the bathrooms (mainly the showers) were not very clean. the first couple of days when we were there they were, but then I don’t know what happened.

    what a great place! we stayed in a dome and it was very comfortable. the air conditioning was amazing, and our place was in a great location right across from the beach. it was affordable and the pool was an excellent touch. staff was very helpful. one of my favorite places that I’ve stayed in Ecuador!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good place with nice vibes. The stuff is super helpful and friendly, especially Angel! Hammocks, swimming pool and the fireplace makes it super cozy place to stay and spend some wonderful time.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2023

    8.0
    Excellent place for relaxation
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Tent
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was to some extend noisy around the area

    Love the atmosphere, camping feeling. The area was green, the pool did a good job, the hammocks were super useful. Friendly staff, free water. I really appreciated my stay.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

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    Super chill hostel with everything you need. Friendly people, good kitchen and dorms. I even spend one more night here.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2023

    10
    Fab stay by the beach for a good price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would've been nice if the bar was open, but nothing major 😄

    Great location, friendly owner Angel, very nice hot showers, chill out pool and hammocks to relax in, filtered water available. Cheap stay in a tent.

    Stayed in January 2023

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