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Lake View Hostel lives up to its name and has a stunning view of Guatapé from its balcony. The hostel is in a great location and has plenty of information on what to do around Guatapé, which has plenty to offer beyond its famous rock.
The Location
The hostel faces onto a lake and is on the edge of Guatapé town. From the bus terminal it's around a fifteen-minute walk to the hostel. It's around a ten-minute walk to Guatapé's town centre, where a lot of the picturesque main streets are located. There is a convenience store located nearby and a supermarket is a ten-minute walk away. The view from the hostel is stunning and you can easily walk around the lake. The famous rock is around an hour's walk from the hostel
Rooms and Bathrooms
The rooms are very spacious, with plenty of shelving and lockers for storing valuables. The bunk beds are comfortable and warm blankets are also provided.
The bathrooms are spacious, but with around one or two per floor, there can be a wait to use them. The shower can get warm if you use low water pressure. The bathrooms are clean and modern looking, with mirrors by the sink.
Common Spaces
The ground floor has a nice open-plan design with a seating area, which has comfortable sofas. There is a large dining table, which is opposite the kitchen. The kitchen is quite small and so it can get busy at meal times. The kitchen has great utilities and equipment.
The hostel reception has plenty of leaflets about what to do in and around Guatapé. There is also some baggage storage by reception.
The hostel includes a Thai restaurant on the top floor, which is considered one of Guatapé's best restaurants and gets popular in the evening. Next to the restaurant is the hostel bar, which is a very social area in the evenings. The second floor of the hostel also has a balcony with some seating, which provides stunning views of the lake opposite the hostel. Lake View has a great mix of common spaces to relax and socialise.
Summary
Lake View is an excellent hostel with a beautiful location, friendly atmosphere, and great facilities. It's an ideal spot from which to base yourself while exploring all Guatapé has to offer.
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Sab
Hostelz.com Staff Reviewer
Published on Dec 8, 2018
Location and Contact
Location
• Arriving from Medellin continue along the main waterfront road until you come to a bridge (5 minute walk). At the bridge TURN RIGHT and we are 2 blocks up on the right. • Cra 22 #29B-29.