Hostal Chimenea

Pretty cute hostal at the center of Banos. Its location is great- walkable to many restaurants, shops and tours. I booked a single room with private bathroom for three nights. It even included a balcony with views of a waterfall. A few things I did not love... - Breakfast was not worth it - don't pay ahead online. I would try breakfast spots outside or if you have to order from their menu on the spot. - Showers were very hard to get right. I spent each shower constantly changing the temperature because it was always TOO cold or TOO hot even with the slightest adjustment. - No microwave and access to kitchen-; I was told I could use the kitchen after breakfast but everything was locked up and stove would not turn on. Could not heat my food. - I got a complete facial here that was very mediocre. I left with the face mask not completely washed from my face...

Stayed here for 1 night while in Banos. This place is located on the edge of town but is still very close to many places to eat and drink. My room consisted of 3 twin beds. It was clean but basic. The view from the roof was nice. My stay included breakfast which was slow but satisfactory. My only complaint was the rooster that lives next door woke me up very early. Overall, this place was fine. If you need an inexpensive place to stay in Banos that is clean, this place will do.

Unfortunately this hostal has clearly declined recently. I had been here few times in the past. It seems there's a new administration. Pillows, mattresses and linen were not particularly clean. If you can fall asleep while smelling humidity odors, go for it! In Baños one can find hundreds of options, cheaper than this. I think this hostal is surviving due to its previous soon-to-evaporate good reputation. Certainly to suppress from one's favorites´list while in Baños.