Title: Hostal Machalilla - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hostal Machalilla A peaceful garden sanctuary offers respite from the city center's energy, where travelers find a quiet spot to recharge between urban adventures ## Photo gallery for Hostal Machalilla ![Terrace/patio - Hostal Machalilla (Puerto Lopez)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100520300/100520254/533d90ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hostal Machalilla (Puerto Lopez)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100520300/100520254/0db78efa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Hostal Machalilla (Puerto Lopez)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100520300/100520254/6f8c0ab7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Individually decorated, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets - Hostal Machalilla (Puerto Lopez)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100520300/100520254/815fedd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hostal Machalilla (Puerto Lopez)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100520300/100520254/41a7cada.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hostal Machalilla, in the city center, offers a tranquil garden oasis. Enjoy practical amenities: free self-parking, in-room WiFi, and luggage storage. This smoke-free property ensures convenience and connectivity for all travelers. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=100520254&PinnedHotelID=100520254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### View all photos for Standard Triple Room ![Standard Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100530000/100520300/100520254/97742fc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room ### Highlights Individually decorated Free rollaway/extra beds TV Ceiling fan Private bathroom Cable channels Laptop workspace Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed - Garden view ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPuerto-Lopez-Hotels-Hostal-Machalilla.h100520254.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPuerto-Lopez-Hotels-Hostal-Machalilla.h100520254.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Puerto Lopez, Hostal Machalilla is in the city center. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Machalilla National Park Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Machalilla National Park and Puerto Lopez Beach. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, horse riding, and ecotours, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer. [Visit our Puerto Lopez travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Lopez.dx6144041) [View more Hostels in Puerto Lopez](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Lopez-Hostels.d6144041-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-1.55849%2C-80.81168&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9Uma5vNr5d8TzhaihDcLDRkmleQ=) Juan Montalvo Y Alejo Lascano, Puerto Lopez, Manabí, 130315 ### What's nearby - ![Isla de la Plata is an island 40 km off the Ecuadorian coast. It's also called Galapagos for the poor, because it offers a Galapagos feel without the pricetag. It's nothing poor in terms of flora and fauna though! #ecuador #birds #wildlife #island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6356721/81f5a4bb-e820-4221-99a0-e79d52d978b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Machalilla National Park 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - ![Playa de Los Frailes, Manabí, Ecuador](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6263831/4dd3172a-7024-460a-9d8a-256ab577132f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Los Frailes Beach 20 min drive \- 15.8 km - Puerto Lopez Beach 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Rio Pital 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Machalilla National Park Museum 5 min walk \- 0.5 km ### Restaurants - Il Capuccino || Pizzeria - Ristorante 3 min walk - Restaurant Casa Vecchia 5 min walk - Resraurant Spuma De Mar 3 min walk - La Caida Del Sol 4 min walk - Sadhana 2 min walk ## About this property ### Hostal Machalilla Hostel in the city center Hostal Machalilla provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Luggage storage, a nature reserve, and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers - 24-cm TVs with cable channels - Wardrobes/closets and housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19980000/19978800/19978712/ab1f2720.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hostal Alcazaba Puerto Lopez - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.4 Exceptional 23 reviews CA $39 CA $39 total Feb 27 - Feb 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=19978712&PinnedHotelID=19978712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Comfort Apartment | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26780000/26771200/26771148/d4508e1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maremonti Bed & Breakfast Puerto Lopez - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 7.4 Good 9 reviews CA $51 CA $51 total Jan 29 - Jan 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=26771148&PinnedHotelID=26771148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102410000/102401700/102401699/0d574660.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bed And Breakfast Itapoa Frente a la Playa de Puerto López Puerto López - 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Proposal/romance packages ### Outdoors - Garden - In a nature reserve ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Mosquito nets - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 24-cm TV with cable channels ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Individual decor - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 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 Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## 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 travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Ecuador. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Air conditioning is available for an additional fee 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 cash ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Hostal Machalilla Puerto Lopez Hostal Machalilla Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hostal Machalilla Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Puerto Lopez ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hostal Machalilla pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Hostal Machalilla? ### What time is check-out at Hostal Machalilla? ### Where is Hostal Machalilla located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hostal Machalilla Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### winston Sep 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed for 3 days and found the location convenient for exploring the Puerto Lopez area. I would note that the beds that are described as "queen size" would be called double beds in the US. ##### winston Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Diane Mar 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hostal machalilla The Hostal Machalilla was a nice place a block off the Malecón and it fit the need for the night ##### Diane Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marlon Mar 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excelente Fue bonito ##### Marlon Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander Aug 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Exelente acogida ##### Alexander Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### DAZHOU Jul 21, 2024 ##### DAZHOU Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Santa Fe](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Ayora-Hotels-Hotel-Santa-Fe.h9794727.Hotel-Information) > > [NCG Suite 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Guayaquil-Hotels-NCG-Suite-1.h24165950.Hotel-Information) > > [Green House beautiful lodging house in Sua close Atacames, Esmeraldas, Ecuador](https://www.expedia.ca/Sua-Hotels-Green-House-A-Beautiful-Lodging-House.h34645452.Hotel-Information) > > [Finca de la Vaca - Casa el Mirador](https://www.expedia.ca/Cumanda-Hotels-Finca-De-La-Vaca-Casa-El-Mirador.h106080498.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Chatham](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Baquerizo-Moreno-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Chatham.h4460837.Hotel-Information) > > [Cabañas Don Jorge](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Baquerizo-Moreno-Hotels-Cabanas-Don-Jorge.h101378232.Hotel-Information) > > [Berlin Hotel Spa & Finca - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Manta-Hotels-Berlin-Hotel-Spa-Finca.h13442555.Hotel-Information) > > [Casa de Piedra](https://www.expedia.ca/Mindo-Hotels-Casa-De-Piedra.h7234392.Hotel-Information) > > [Boca Beach Resort Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Manta-Hotels-Boca-Beach-Resort-Club.h13430941.Hotel-Information) > > [Kashama Eco Resort y Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Valle-Hermoso-Hotels-Kashama-Eco-Resort-Y-Spa.h32833711.Hotel-Information) > > [Cedro Amazon Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Mera-Hotels-Cedro-Amazon-Lodge.h107339566.Hotel-Information) > > [PONDOWASI LODGE](https://www.expedia.ca/Angochagua-Hotels-PONDOWASI-LODGE.h92009638.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostal Tungurahua](https://www.expedia.ca/Banos-De-Agua-Santa-Hotels-Hostal-Tungurahua.h45973741.Hotel-Information) > > [Aparthotel Casa Soleil](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Villamil-Hotels-Aparthotel-Casa-Soleil.h87954505.Hotel-Information) > > [593 Hotel Boutique Baños](https://www.expedia.ca/Banos-De-Agua-Santa-Hotels-593-Hotel-Boutique-Banos.h95671887.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostal La Rosa Otavalo](https://www.expedia.ca/Ibarra-Hotels-HOSTAL-LA-ROSA-OTAVALO.h19991587.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostal Las Gardenias](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Villamil-Hotels-Hostal-Las-Gardenias.h83670788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Cañaveral](https://www.expedia.ca/Banos-De-Agua-Santa-Hotels-Hotel-Canaveral.h34005795.Hotel-Information) > > [La Mirage Garden Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Ibarra-Hotels-La-Mirage-Garden-Hotel-And-Spa.h903975.Hotel-Information) > > [Hacienda Cusin](https://www.expedia.ca/Ibarra-Hotels-Hacienda-Cusin.h30363415.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Brisas del Pacifico](https://www.expedia.ca/Playas-Hotels-Hotel-Brisas-Del-Pacifico.h40595464.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Azul Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Ayora-Hotels-Isla-Azul-Hotel.h83394848.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla del Descanso](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Villamil-Hotels-Isla-Del-Descanso.h93174424.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Residencial Miraflores](https://www.expedia.ca/Loja-Hotels-Hotel-Residencial-Miraflores.h96048496.Hotel-Information) > > [Gran Hotel de Lago - Lago Agrio](https://www.expedia.ca/Lago-Agrio-Hotels-Gran-Hotel-De-Lago-Lago-Agrio.h16024227.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Decameron Mompiche - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Esmeraldas-Hotels-Royal-Decameron-Mompiche-All-Inclusive.h3461937.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostería El Tisaleño](https://www.expedia.ca/Tizaleo-Hotels-Hosteria-Pakari.h36134176.Hotel-Information) > > [Departamento 1304 Ocean Club Playas](https://www.expedia.ca/Playas-Hotels-Departamento-1304-Ocean-Club-Playas.h37786235.Hotel-Information)