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Reviews of The Upcycled Hostel Huacachina

Avenida Huacachina sin numero, Ica, Peru

#5 of 71 hotels in Ica

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 237 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 17 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would be better if there were some sun lounge chairs by the pool.

    The common areas were lovely, our private room was very large and comfortable. Staff were super helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    10
    I had a great time at the pool and the bar relaxing after doing activities in Huacachina.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The property is clean and well kept. The food is good and the staff is amazing. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is amazing, can highly recommend!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

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

    The shower in our bedroom was catastrophic (no pressure and the water temperature was either icy-cold or scalding hot. Apparently there was a drought problem during our stay that could the reason of this shower problem. The shower wasn’t really clean and there was not soap, shower gel or shampoo in the room. These minor inconveniences were no obstacle to our superb stay.

    The reactivity of the staff, the location (8min walks from the oasis), the swimming pool, the decoration of the hotel and the food and drinks (cocktails and juices) were really good. Two cats lives around and they’re really friendly

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    9.0
    Definitely would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    It had a really nice chilled atmosphere and the staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely one of the best hostels I've stayed at.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    8.0
    A very pretty hostel in a good location with super friendly and helpful staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The shower worked but wasn't great. There wasn't overhead lighting in our (private) room and one of our two bedside lamps wasn't working - or the outlet on that side wasn't working. They provide a big fan but there's no AC, fyi. All in all we got more or less what we'd expected for the price we paid.

    A very pretty hostel with super friendly and helpful staff who were happy to offer recommendations for where to eat/ how to get around. Excellent free breakfast and good food to order on their kitchen menu when you want an easy meal. Nice pool and communal lounging areas. Less than 10 min ride from the Huacachina oasis. Perfect distance if you'd prefer to stay outside of the heart of the tourist/ party hostel vibe. They helped us arrange a sand dune tour that picked us up and dropped us off at the hostel gate.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The water pressure in the shower was weak

    The room was comfortable and the pool area was great with loads of seating areas surrounding. Breakfast was eggs, bread and juice which was nice. We got food here multiple times which was reasonably priced and good. The Hostel is a little outside Huacachina but I wouldn't let that put you off as it's only about a 15 minute walk alongside the road. It's easy to get tuk tuks if preferred. We loved that we could go out in Huacachina and then come back to our chilled hostel later in the evenings. We were welcome to use the facilities after check out including showers and my partner was ill and the staff really looked after them even providing free herbal tea.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    One of the best hostels I’ve had on my South America trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close to Huacachina, but not directly in the party area. Great tours, really nice bar, delicious food and super friendly staff:)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing :)

    Amazing location, great staff and good food. We had a great stay and the staff helped us with booking tours and taxis.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    8.0
    Aesthetic hostel 15-20 min walk from oasis
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There’s a 15-20 minute walk or a taxi for 8 soles to get to Huacachina (the hostel can call for you); the room was listed as air conditioned but only has a fan (you may need to cool off the room at night by opening doors/windows)

    The hostel has very nice and colorful design; there is also an on-site bar and restaurant which had surprisingly good buffalo wings!; also the hostel is quieter

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Perfect base to explore Huacachina from
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hostel is a tiny bit outside Hauachina but you can easily walk or get a tuk tuk.

    Great base to stay in while visiting Hauachina. The rooms were roomy, comfortable and very clean. The staff were lovely and let me stay after check out and use the pool area.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    9.0
    Super happy - a calm oasis near the Huacachina oasis
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The toilet in our bedroom did not function properly, but that really presented no problem for us, as there were plenty of shared and really clean toilets that we could use.

    The place itself is very cozy and charming, away from the buzz and parties of Huacachina. Perfect for those who want to be near Huacachina, but would like to have a good night sleep. There is also a good bar inside with an option to order food and the food is of high quality. The staff is very friendly. They allowed us to stay in the shared facilities even after our check out and have stored our luggage for us. All in all the experience brought a big smile on our faces.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    10
    Great stay, highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    So much effort has been put in by the staff to create a relaxing and fun place to stay close to Huacachina (less than a 5 min drive to it and Ica). The food was great, breakfast was made personally when you got up and the variety and quality of food available throughout the day was so good. Highly recommend.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was amazing! Good location and great atmosphere

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location

    staff are really kind

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    8.0
    A lovely hostel by Huacachina
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hostel is located outside of Huacachina town but it is only about a 15 mins walk or a 2 minute tuk-tuk which costs 4 soles each way. It would be ideal to have some sun loungers on the grass beside the pool.

    We stayed here for 2 nights and had a lovely stay. The staff are super friendly. There is a lovely atmosphere about the place, with a refreshing swimming pool, nice chill out areas in the garden, and a funky bar. The food is decent. We had simple breakfast included which was coffee, juice, and eggs. Our room was nice (no AC but they provided a fan which helped with the heat).

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    10
    The best place in Peru
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would love more cats! Two is not enough! ❤️

    In over 20 years of backpacking, this is by far in my top 3 of places I’ve stayed. Super friendly and amazing staff. It has a great atmosphere with a bar and a nice swimming pool yet respectful of people’s need for sleep. Everything is done with care and with a smile. Cannot recommend this place enough. 10/10

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    10
    Would go there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    They have a nice pool and offer good food and drinks for breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can book a sand buggy tour through them, although we found it nicer to just walk from the hostel to one of the sand dunes to watch the sunset.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super chilled and nice owner and employes.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Colourful and good vibe

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great hostel, all you can need. Walking distance to Huacachina and plenty of tuk-tuks if needed. Helpful staff and enjoyable stay

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great place to stay in huacachina. Away from the noisy party central of the oasis but only a 10 minute walk or so away. Cool building. Good food. Friendly staff. Clean and comfortable rooms. Lots of space to relax and a clean swimming pool.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Great hostel with exceptionally friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff, they went out of their way to accommodate us! Very pleasant and a great atmosphere with a bar, restaurant and pool! Strong recommendation

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Would definitley recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast choices could be improved - just bread and eggs and if you don’t like eggs it’s not very filling.

    The staff were really helpful! They recommended a restaurant on our first night which was so good. They also arrange all our tours for us and we thought they were great! We did the pisco sour tour and the sandboarding. The pool was great, the rooms were lovely, better than many hotel rooms we’ve stayed. The staff seemed like they couldn’t do enough even with a language barrier in some cases! We didn’t have any problems with noise at all either and we were in a room opposite the bar. Thank you!

    Stayed in February 2024

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