There was nothing we didn’t like

Beautiful property. Lovely manicured grounds with beautiful trees and plants and a gorgeous pool. Our private room was good with a decent bathroom. The breakfast was excellent and the staff lovely

Stayed in April 2024

Only a few plugs and not by the bed, air con didn’t really work. Also location is a bit out of the way, but not so much that it mattered, if you don’t mind walking 10-15 mins into town

we had a good stay at Casa viva, the breakfast was really nice and filling, and it attracted a lovely group of people. the room was big and we enjoyed the pool. nice outdoor seating and friendly staff

Stayed in March 2024

yes, it‘s not right in the center but a short, nice 5 mins walk in a nice and safe neighbourhood, absolutely not a problem. (no kitchen to use/just fridge)

the pool, garden, lounge and the staff!

Stayed in February 2024

Location is a bit far from the bus station, restaurants etc. There was a creepy local guy hanging out at the bar who was really drunk and being inappropriate towards the girls/ making them feel uncomfortable. Not really the fault of the hostel but something they should look out for.

Nice pool although it was raining the whole time I was there so couldn’t enjoy it. Friendly staff and clean comfortable rooms.

Stayed in December 2023

I don't know if it's the best place for staying for a long time because I wasn't aware whether the kitchen could be used by guests as well. But nothing that was of any trouble for me during my 2 nights stay.

Very friendly staff, Juan was very helpful with recommendations from where to eat to what to do! The hostel is beautiful and feels like it's right in nature even though it's just a few minutes away from the historic centre of the town. The pool is nicely kept and amazing to enjoy a quick swim in the morning before heading out for any activities.

Stayed in November 2023

Windows are difficult to close

Nice staff, great breakfast and swimming pool! Great housekeeping.

Stayed in October 2023

Horário do check in e check out

O local é ótimo!

Stayed in October 2023

Location isn’t as ideal as most other hostels as it’s on a main road and on the other side of the river but still not that far to walk. Wi-Fi isn’t ideal

Staff are so friendly and helpful. Breakfast is really good and able to buy drinks/some food at the hostel. There’s a nice communal chill out area out at the front to meet other people

Stayed in September 2023

Bathroom was a little bit dirty and outdated and could get a small treatment.

Safe attitude, great atmosphere, clean beds, spacious rooms and the best staff I’ve experienced in a hostel. A very good hostel!

Stayed in September 2023

Had a great time here, the property is beautiful and the staff are so nice. Juan in particular was so incredibly helpful and lovely and the breakfast was great !

Stayed in September 2023

The first room (nearest the main door) i was given was small with an overwhelming odour of damp. Thankfully they moved me to a much nicer room the second day. Both rooms had very tiny, cramped bathrooms.

The staff were really friendly and helpful. A nice breakfast, comfy bed. Quiet neighbourhood. Although on the outskirts you could walk to the old part of town in less than 10 min. Although i enjoyed my stay there, and perhaps i didnt pay enough attention when booking, however the place caters primarily to young backpackers in dorm rooms. Perhaps something to bare in mind if you dont fall into that group.

Stayed in July 2023

- bad smell in the dorm room - breakfast is supposed to start at 8am but mostly they start taking the orders 10past 8 and it takes like 10-15 minutes until the breakfast arrives … I had to catch the bus early on the last day of my stay and didn’t have the time to enjoy breakfast, because I just had like 5 minutes to eat - no laundry service at hostel - no self cook kitchen (always had to ask them to warm up my food or had to order my meals somewhere)

- breakfast - huge space to hang out - pool - quite location - cocktails (Happy Hour) - the staff speaks English :) - great vibe

Stayed in June 2023

Very clean, comfortable and cute. It had a nice atmosphere and the staff were so friendly and accommodating. It’s around 10–15 minutes walking from the town centre. Good breakfast too.

Stayed in April 2023

AC in room a little weak.

Clean, comfortable resort like hostel next to wooded area. Nice pool. GREAT breakfast.

Stayed in April 2023

Everything - staff was super attentive, great location and super delicious breakfast.

Stayed in March 2023

the location

the staff the breakfast the vibe

Stayed in March 2023

the breakfast

the proximity

Stayed in December 2022

Bathroom of our dorm room should have been cleaner - we asked them to clean it and they did, which makes it a bit odd it wasn't being properly cleaned in the first place, but at least it was cleaner then (but still not quite up to standard). Didn't have a communal kitchen and the restaurant stopped serving food at 8. No individual lights and not many plug sockets in rooms.

The communal spaces were fantastic! Lovely peaceful hostel with a great bar and restaurant and a great pool. Beautiful gardens around the pool. The friendliest staff ever, they really made our stay!

Stayed in January 2023

location is a little out of town.

the pool is amazing and lots of nature. great setting.

Stayed in January 2023

The bathroom in the dormitory needs updating. It was tired and damp, with mould in many places. The dormitory was a bit too small, there wasn’t a lot of space to move around when several people are in the dorm at the same time. These are just minor details.

The communal areas and garden were great. It was a nice environment to socialise and the pool was huge! The staff are the best thing about this hostel. Big thanks to Franco, Juan and Debora. They were so helpful and friendly

Stayed in January 2023

The dorm is really small, it felt like being in a shoebox.

The surroundings are beautiful, the Casa and the monkeys make it a hippie time out.

Stayed in December 2022

Bathroom was a little dirty/dated. 10min walk into town.

Juan was one of the nicest managers ever. You get a free Netflix login. Nice breakfast. Clean/wide 15m swimming pool. We got to feed baby monkeys bananas.

Stayed in December 2022

Everything great, super friendly staff, really nice breakfast, and the place is super nice. Really nice swimming pool and outdoor areas

Stayed in October 2022

staff and facilities

Stayed in August 2022