Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge
Chasqui
-0.70510900,
-78.59853800
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Sector El Chasqui, Panamericana Km 320 A 1,5 Km Del Ingreso Principal Al Parque Nacional Cotopaxi
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Summary of reviewsCuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge is highly regarded for its superb location near Cotopaxi National Park, nestled peacefully between the Cotopaxi and Ilinizas mountains. This prime spot provides easy access to trekking and offers breathtaking views of the Cotopaxi volcano, making it perfect for nature enthusiasts seeking tranquility and stunning landscapes. The hostel’s strategic position near the park entrance, close to the Panamericana highway, enhances its appeal despite slight access difficulties without a car at night.
Guests consistently praise the breakfast at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge, noting its excellence, deliciousness and generous portions. The family-style service adds a communal and warm touch to the morning meal, which includes a variety of options like fruits, scrambled eggs and yogurt. The quality and tastiness of both breakfast and dinner, along with the cozy environment highlighted by a lounge with a fireplace, significantly contribute to the positive reviews.
Dinner receives equally high marks for its homemade, filling meals prepared with special attention to vegetarian options. The communal dining setup fosters a friendly atmosphere with portions ample enough to satisfy hikers and adventurers. Priced affordably at around $6 per person, the three-course evening menu is particularly lauded for its richness and flavor, making it a hearty end to a day of exploration.
The rooms at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge are generally described as large, clean and comfortable with heaters maintaining a cozy temperature. Common areas, featuring fireplaces and air-conditioning, offer a relaxed and community-friendly environment where guests can socialize. While some rooms faced minor issues such as coldness or slightly high prices, the overall atmosphere remains positive with ample guides for hiking and notable communal interactions enhancing the stay.
Cleanliness is another standout feature with consistent high marks for both rooms and common areas. The tidy environment contributes significantly to guest comfort with well-maintained facilities and a cozy lounge enhancing the experience.
The staff at the hostel earns glowing reviews for their kindness, helpfulness and exceptional service. Hosts Saul and his family, along with the entire team, are noted for their warm welcome, dedication and willingness to cater to guests’ needs, including special dietary requirements and travel arrangements. Their fluency in English and efforts in organizing activities like lifts and laundry services further add to the positive stay experience.
Beds at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge are praised for their comfort and cleanliness. Guests appreciate the wide beds, comfortable mattresses and thick blankets that ensure a restful night's sleep with some beds equipped with drawers for secure storage.
In summary, Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge offers a welcoming and comfortable retreat with a strategic location, excellent food and exceptional staff, making it an ideal base for exploring Cotopaxi National Park.
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Guests consistently praise the breakfast at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge, noting its excellence, deliciousness and generous portions. The family-style service adds a communal and warm touch to the morning meal, which includes a variety of options like fruits, scrambled eggs and yogurt. The quality and tastiness of both breakfast and dinner, along with the cozy environment highlighted by a lounge with a fireplace, significantly contribute to the positive reviews.
Dinner receives equally high marks for its homemade, filling meals prepared with special attention to vegetarian options. The communal dining setup fosters a friendly atmosphere with portions ample enough to satisfy hikers and adventurers. Priced affordably at around $6 per person, the three-course evening menu is particularly lauded for its richness and flavor, making it a hearty end to a day of exploration.
The rooms at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge are generally described as large, clean and comfortable with heaters maintaining a cozy temperature. Common areas, featuring fireplaces and air-conditioning, offer a relaxed and community-friendly environment where guests can socialize. While some rooms faced minor issues such as coldness or slightly high prices, the overall atmosphere remains positive with ample guides for hiking and notable communal interactions enhancing the stay.
Cleanliness is another standout feature with consistent high marks for both rooms and common areas. The tidy environment contributes significantly to guest comfort with well-maintained facilities and a cozy lounge enhancing the experience.
The staff at the hostel earns glowing reviews for their kindness, helpfulness and exceptional service. Hosts Saul and his family, along with the entire team, are noted for their warm welcome, dedication and willingness to cater to guests’ needs, including special dietary requirements and travel arrangements. Their fluency in English and efforts in organizing activities like lifts and laundry services further add to the positive stay experience.
Beds at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge are praised for their comfort and cleanliness. Guests appreciate the wide beds, comfortable mattresses and thick blankets that ensure a restful night's sleep with some beds equipped with drawers for secure storage.
In summary, Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge offers a welcoming and comfortable retreat with a strategic location, excellent food and exceptional staff, making it an ideal base for exploring Cotopaxi National Park.
Hotel with Parking
Located close to Cotopaxi National Park, this hostel and lodge offers ample parking. The parking facilities are well-maintained and secure, making it convenient for travelers.
Small Hotel
The combination of hostel and lodge provides a blend of social interaction and private retreat. Its location near Cotopaxi National Park offers stunning views and a cozy, adventurous atmosphere.
3-Star Hotel
Travelers describe this hostel as cozy and authentic with a great atmosphere and delicious food. It is conveniently located near the Cotopaxi National Park and offers tours to Cotopaxi. Guests appreciate the comfortable common room and helpful staff.
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Business Hotel
Guest Reviews
Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge boasts a prime location for exploring Cotopaxi National Park, situated conveniently between the Cotopaxi and Ilinizas mountains. Its peaceful and lovely setting offers a serene escape amidst nature, making it an ideal spot for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty. The hostel's proximity to the park's entrance ensures easy access for trekking and other activities with spectacular views of Cotopaxi volcano adding to its charm.
Although reaching the hostel might be a bit challenging without a car, particularly in the late afternoon when it's dark, it remains a well-located base for adventurers. Close to the Panamericana highway, guests can easily hop on a bus or get a taxi to navigate the area. The location commands appreciation for its mountain chalet ambiance and the calming presence of a fireplace in the common room, providing cozy relaxation after a day of exploration.
For travelers interested in value for money and an excellent starting point for Cotopaxi tours, Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge stands out. Despite being slightly expensive by local standards, its central and strategic position near the park is ultimately rewarding, offering ease of access to natural wonders and a welcoming atmosphere with friendly, helpful staff. Anyone looking to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy panoramic mountain views will find this a fitting choice.
At Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge, guests consistently praise the breakfast offerings, highlighting them as a standout feature of their stays. The breakfast is described variably as excellent, delicious and very good with guests appreciating its freshness and generous portions. Many reviews emphasize the family-style service, adding a warm, communal aspect to the morning meal, which is often noted as filling and satisfying.
The quality of the meals, both breakfast and dinner, stands out with several guests noting the abundance and tastiness of the food served. The breakfast itself often includes a variety of options like fruits, scrambled eggs, yogurt and muesli, ensuring a diverse meal that caters to different palates. Despite a few comments about the breakfast being the same every morning, the overall consensus is one of high satisfaction.
The dining experience at the hostel is further enhanced by the option to include dinner, which, much like the breakfast, receives high marks for its delicious and plentiful servings. The atmosphere of the lodge complements the meal times with features like a breakfast lounge complete with a fireplace adding to the cozy and inviting environment.
Overall, guests find the breakfast at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge to be exceptional, contributing significantly to the positive reviews of their stays.
The dinner experience at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge receives high praise from guests, highlighting the delicious, homemade and filling meals prepared by the hostess. Dinner is available upon request and is often served in a family-style setting, creating a communal atmosphere where guests dine together around a table. The food is consistently described as freshly cooked with special attention given to vegetarian options. Meals are not only tasty but also offer good value for money with affordable pricing around $6 per person.
Guests appreciate the generous portions, which are often enough to satisfy hungry travelers, especially after a long day of hiking. The three-course evening menu is particularly noted for its richness and flavor, making dinners both a hearty and welcoming end to the day. The breakfast and dinner services are well-regarded for their simplicity yet tastiness, ensuring guests always have enough to eat. Overall, the dinner service at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge is highly recommended for its excellent quality, warm atmosphere and great value.
Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge seems to offer a mix of positive and somewhat varied experiences when it comes to its rooms and communal areas. Many guests appreciated the large and clean rooms, describing them as very comfortable and well-furnished with heaters to maintain warmth. The simple yet cozy rooms were especially noted for their comfort after a day of exploring the nearby national park, an impressive location advantage for hiking enthusiasts.
Common spaces received favorable comments with cozy, air-conditioned areas and the warmth of a fireplace enhancing the community atmosphere. Guests enjoyed the shared areas and the opportunity to mingle with other travelers, creating a pleasant and homey environment. The small, cozy living rooms with fireplaces, the table tennis and the family-style setting helped foster a great community environment.
Some travelers did mention issues such as occasional room temperature concerns with some rooms being described as basic and somewhat cold and difficulties with hot water. Additionally, a few guests felt that some private rooms were relatively small and overpriced.
Nonetheless, the overall sentiment leans towards positive experiences with spacious rooms, good guides for hiking and delightful communal interactions standing out the most. The hostel also provides ample information about the area, further enhancing the stay for those looking to explore.
Guests have consistently praised the beds at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge, highlighting their wonderful comfort and coziness. The beds are described as having comfortable mattresses and being very clean. Guests appreciated the thick blankets provided, which added to their overall experience. Some beds came equipped with drawers to store personal belongings securely, though a few did not have this feature. Overall, the beds are noted as being wide, comfortable and ideal for a restful night's sleep.
Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge consistently receives high marks for its cleanliness. Guest reviews highlight the clean and tidy rooms with particular mentions of both the bedrooms and bathrooms being very clean and comfortable. The common areas, which include a comfortable lounge with a cozy fireplace, are also well-maintained and air-conditioned. Visitors appreciate the clean dorms and the overall cleanliness seems to be a prominent feature that contributes to a comfortable stay. The installation and equipment quality receive positive remarks, further adding to the hostel's appeal.
At Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge, the staff impresses guests with their exceptional kindness and friendliness. Reviews highlight that the team, including the hosts Saul and his family, offers a warm welcome and makes guests feel right at home. The staff is described as consistently helpful and accommodating, going above and beyond to cater to various needs, including special dietary requirements and travel arrangements.
The employees stand out for their dedication and their service is highly appreciated, often described as top-notch. They are commended for being extremely helpful, well-organized and always available to assist guests. The staff's fluency in English is another noted benefit, making communication smooth and effective.
Guests frequently praise the pleasant atmosphere fostered by the staff’s friendly demeanor and the seamless integration of a local family vibe. The efforts of the team in organizing lifts, providing laundry service and preparing early departure lunchboxes are particularly appreciated.
In summary, the staff at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge is a significant factor in creating a welcoming, helpful and friendly environment, contributing to an overall enjoyable stay for every guest.
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Location
Although reaching the hostel might be a bit challenging without a car, particularly in the late afternoon when it's dark, it remains a well-located base for adventurers. Close to the Panamericana highway, guests can easily hop on a bus or get a taxi to navigate the area. The location commands appreciation for its mountain chalet ambiance and the calming presence of a fireplace in the common room, providing cozy relaxation after a day of exploration.
For travelers interested in value for money and an excellent starting point for Cotopaxi tours, Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge stands out. Despite being slightly expensive by local standards, its central and strategic position near the park is ultimately rewarding, offering ease of access to natural wonders and a welcoming atmosphere with friendly, helpful staff. Anyone looking to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy panoramic mountain views will find this a fitting choice.
Breakfast
The quality of the meals, both breakfast and dinner, stands out with several guests noting the abundance and tastiness of the food served. The breakfast itself often includes a variety of options like fruits, scrambled eggs, yogurt and muesli, ensuring a diverse meal that caters to different palates. Despite a few comments about the breakfast being the same every morning, the overall consensus is one of high satisfaction.
The dining experience at the hostel is further enhanced by the option to include dinner, which, much like the breakfast, receives high marks for its delicious and plentiful servings. The atmosphere of the lodge complements the meal times with features like a breakfast lounge complete with a fireplace adding to the cozy and inviting environment.
Overall, guests find the breakfast at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge to be exceptional, contributing significantly to the positive reviews of their stays.
Dinner
Guests appreciate the generous portions, which are often enough to satisfy hungry travelers, especially after a long day of hiking. The three-course evening menu is particularly noted for its richness and flavor, making dinners both a hearty and welcoming end to the day. The breakfast and dinner services are well-regarded for their simplicity yet tastiness, ensuring guests always have enough to eat. Overall, the dinner service at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge is highly recommended for its excellent quality, warm atmosphere and great value.
Rooms
Common spaces received favorable comments with cozy, air-conditioned areas and the warmth of a fireplace enhancing the community atmosphere. Guests enjoyed the shared areas and the opportunity to mingle with other travelers, creating a pleasant and homey environment. The small, cozy living rooms with fireplaces, the table tennis and the family-style setting helped foster a great community environment.
Some travelers did mention issues such as occasional room temperature concerns with some rooms being described as basic and somewhat cold and difficulties with hot water. Additionally, a few guests felt that some private rooms were relatively small and overpriced.
Nonetheless, the overall sentiment leans towards positive experiences with spacious rooms, good guides for hiking and delightful communal interactions standing out the most. The hostel also provides ample information about the area, further enhancing the stay for those looking to explore.
Beds
Cleanliness
Staff
The employees stand out for their dedication and their service is highly appreciated, often described as top-notch. They are commended for being extremely helpful, well-organized and always available to assist guests. The staff's fluency in English is another noted benefit, making communication smooth and effective.
Guests frequently praise the pleasant atmosphere fostered by the staff’s friendly demeanor and the seamless integration of a local family vibe. The efforts of the team in organizing lifts, providing laundry service and preparing early departure lunchboxes are particularly appreciated.
In summary, the staff at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge is a significant factor in creating a welcoming, helpful and friendly environment, contributing to an overall enjoyable stay for every guest.
No, Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge.
Yes, Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge.
No, Cuscungo Cotopaxi Hostel & Lodge doesn't have a gym.
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