Econunay Hostels, Arequipa

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Econunay hostel is a quiet and charming hostel. The exterior of the hostel isn't particularly striking, and combined with how the hostel sign is displayed, this hostel can be easily missed.

The Location

Located on the busy street of Calle Puente Grau in historical central Arequipa, Econunay hostel is centrally situated. It is very close to the local attractions, restaurants, shops, markets, and banks. From the Plaza de Armas, it is less than a kilometer away and it is just over a kilometer to the Mercado San Camilo.

Even though the hostel is located on a main street, where many buses constantly run, once inside the hostel walls most of that chaos and traffic noise is diminished.

Rooms and Bathrooms

There are a variety of shared and private rooms at this hostel. The rooms here are bare-boned basic, but generally clean. The shared rooms only consists of bunk beds, but can still feel quite cramped and tight. It doesn't seem like a lot of guests frequent this hostel, though, and most of the time the dorms remain empty.

The bathrooms are very basic and could be cleaner. But they are functional and hot showers are available. There are several fully equipped bathrooms available for all guests to use, each with a shower, toilet, and sink.

Common Spaces

There are several spots for guests to kick back and relax. On the main floor, there is a living room with a bar, seating area, and foosball table. The front foyer is a really relaxing space, set up with tables where the complementary breakfast is served.

There is also a lovely rooftop terrace, with a decent view of the surrounding mountains and the beautiful surrounding architectures. There are hammocks and cushions on the roof, making it a very enjoyable location to enjoy the sunset.

However, this hostel is extremely quiet and doesn't have much of a social atmosphere. It's ideal for guests looking for a little tranquility and personal time.

Summary

Econunay is a beautifully decorated hostel situated in an ideal location in historical Arequipa. Guests can easily walk to all the attractions and sights by foot. There are also a lot of common spaces for guests to relax and enjoy themselves. The staff are friendly and helpful, but tend to stick to themselves.

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Charmaine

Hostelz.com Staff Reviewer

Published on Oct 24, 2018

Location and Contact

Location

If you are taking a taxi from the bus terminal or airport, tell the drivers to go through La Marina Avenue and then go to Vallecito, relly close to 'Claretiano' School as a reference... It is really easy to get to our place!