The owner of the hostal (Norma) was really lovely and made us feel very welcome in her home. We visited during Mindo's rainy season but found our days easily occupied thanks to Norma's helpful suggestions (and hammocks). Highly recommend the bird watching tour with Norma's ex-husband, Marcelo. He is incredibly knowledgeable on the local species and clearly passionate about birds.... More

I have just left a beautiful weekend in Mindo. The weather didn't always hold out for us but I felt very welcome in Rubby Hostal. Norma, the owner is a wonderful motherly figure. She looks after the hostal on her own with her 3 children scurrying about the place. The hostal is clean, and well looked after. There are places... More

Nice family hostal! The rooms are basic but very comfortable! The walls are only made of wood so you can hear everything in the house but it is quiet early in the night as everybody is there to see the birds in the morning!!!! They will move to a new house soon! Marcelo is an excellent guide for birdwatching and... More

A really friendly hostel with a homely feel - Marcelo and Norma are so welcoming and make a real effort for their guests (including greeting us at the bus stop). The house is made of wood, with 3 main rooms upstairs and a balcony with hammocks overlooking the local sports ground. Beds were comfortable and warm and we had a... More

The hostel is in the home of a lovely ecuadorian family. It was basic but everything we needed and the hosts were very friendly and so helpful in finding us activities we wanted to do and restaurants to eat at. Unfortunately the neighbours made a lot of noise and through the thin wood walls we could hear it all so... More