Title: Minka Backpackers Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Minka Backpackers Hostel Hostel in Quito with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15450000/15446900/15446840/86692bad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15450000/15446900/15446840/c56b076e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor wedding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15450000/15446900/15446840/5a6dbdb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15450000/15446900/15446840/bdfe0b72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15450000/15446900/15446840/ce84d98d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Consider a stay at Minka Backpackers Hostel and take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Room service - Kitchen - Breakfast available - 24/7 front desk - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 8 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=15446840&PinnedHotelID=15446840&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=15446840&PinnedHotelID=15446840&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 9 - Nov. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=15446840&PinnedHotelID=15446840&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=15446840&PinnedHotelID=15446840&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=15446840&PinnedHotelID=15446840&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=15446840&PinnedHotelID=15446840&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 21 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=15446840&PinnedHotelID=15446840&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=15446840&PinnedHotelID=15446840&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15450000/15446900/15446840/bbba9478.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory (8 beds) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Shared/communal kitchen Coffee/tea maker Living room In-room safe Daily housekeeping Separate sitting area Soundproofed rooms Coffee/tea maker Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 6 Twin Beds ![In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15450000/15446900/15446840/04419d9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Private Bathroom ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Coffee/tea maker Living room In-room safe Daily housekeeping Separate sitting area Soundproofed rooms Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 5 - 5 Twin Beds ![In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15450000/15446900/15446840/04419d9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Bedrooms (4 beds) ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Shared/communal kitchen Coffee/tea maker Living room In-room safe Daily housekeeping Separate sitting area Soundproofed rooms Coffee/tea maker Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Bunk Beds ![Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15450000/15446900/15446840/28ee6320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Shared/communal kitchen Coffee/tea maker Living room In-room safe Daily housekeeping Separate sitting area Soundproofed rooms Coffee/tea maker Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 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Airport (UIO) - 65 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kamuy Coffee Shop And Ice Creme - ‬7 min walk - ‪Chuta Madre - ‬13 min walk - ‪X Lo Alto - ‬8 min walk - ‪Chifa Tian Xiang - ‬6 min walk - ‪Coffee Zular - ‬8 min walk ## About this property ### Minka Backpackers Hostel Property highlights A rooftop terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room are just a few of the amenities provided at Minka Backpackers Hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities. Other perks at this hostel include: - Free self parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out - Express check-in, a billiards/pool table, and a front-desk safe Room features All guestrooms at Minka Backpackers Hostel boast perks such as separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers - Separate sitting areas, communal kitchens, and coffee/tea makers ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4470000/4461000/4460935/b4b21e0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel San Francisco de Quito Quito Historic Center - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services 8.8 Excellent 396 reviews CA $95 CA $97 total Nov 22 - Nov 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=4460935&PinnedHotelID=4460935&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Height restrictions apply for onsite parking - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite parking - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Library ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Laundry facilities - Living room - Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Outdoors - Garden - Rooftop terrace ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Partially-open bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Room service - Shared kitchen access ### More - Iron/ironing board on request - Living room - Safe - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 4 PM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Ecuador value-added tax (15%). Nonresident travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (15%). We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3 per person - Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per vehicle - Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night 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 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 credit cards ### We should mention Parking height restrictions apply ### Property is also known as Minka Backpackers Hostel Quito Minka Backpackers Quito Minka Backpackers Minka Backpackers Hostel Quito Minka Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Minka Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Quito ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Minka Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Minka Backpackers Hostel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Minka Backpackers Hostel? > Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 4 PM. ### What time is check-out at Minka Backpackers Hostel? > Check-out is at 11:30 AM. ### Does Minka Backpackers Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 30 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Minka Backpackers Hostel located? > Situated in Quito, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Basilica of the National Vow, La Alameda Park, and Centro de Arte Contemporaneo. Quito Observatory and San Blas Square are also within 10 minutes. La Alameda Station is 10 minutes by foot and El Ejido Station is 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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