Hostal Jhomana in Quito, Ecuador

This may be a backpacker’s hostel, but the personalized attention that guests receive make it worthy of a 5-star rating. Situated a block from Avenida Amazonas in the hub of La Mariscal sits Hostal Jhomana. Run by a dedicated Swedish/Ecuadorian couple, Hostal Jhomana is hands down one of the best hostels in Quito.

 

This backpacker institute has been on the map for 10 years, and they are bettering themselves every day. The owners are committed to not only maintaining their popularity, but improving the hostel in as many ways as possible.

Over the years, they’ve asked their guests what rocks and what doesn’t about this hostel in Quito. The result is two high speed internet connections available all over the house, not just one but two chill out rooms, a massive book exchange, free filtered water, a free breakfast with three options to choose from, the best showers in South America, all kinds of drinks, snacks, and toiletries to purchase, a clean living area, and friendly staff who live by the owner’s philosophy: the guest comes first.

For those backpacking South America who want to make the most out of their travel to Quito, the owners have compiled a list of the best tours in the area. What makes these tours the best? The owners have gone on every single tour offered, so your satisfaction is guaranteed.

Old clothes and money can be donated to a number of social projects in Quito through Hostal Jhomana. Both owners are involved in volunteering in Quito, and can recommend a number of organizations for those interested.

Both owners speak English, Spanish, and Swedish. Patrick maintains an Ecuador blog in Swedish as well as tourist guide to Ecuador in Swedish. 

Hostal Jhomana offers a relaxing place to sleep in the middle of the hottest neighborhood in the capital. This hostel in Quito isn’t just a place to stay the night – it’s a home.

Address: Ramirez Dávalos E4 – 44 between Ave. Amazonas and Ave. 9 de Octubre, La Mariscal, Quito, Ecuador

Phone Number: +593-2-2522 566

Email address: reception[@]jhomana.com

Website: http://www.jhomana.com/

Facebook: Hostal Jhomana

Price range: Hostal Jhomana has a variety of rooms to suit every meed. The dorm room costs $15, a single room costs $26, a double room or twin room is $37, a triple costs $48, and a room with four beds is $59.

They also have an apartment with three rooms to rent out. The price is dependent on length of stay.