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Reviewed 31 May 2016

Stayed here 2 nights in the open air dorm (with mosquito nets over each bed) on the top floor. Most rooms that I saw had multiple beds and an en suite bath in each. Middle floor has a couple hammocks to relax in. Clean and comfortable facility; the highlight is the garden where we saw several different species of hummingbirds and tanagers, 2 different types of toucan, and several other birds while just sitting on our deck.

Rodny the owner is actually quite good at spotting the birds; and one afternoon there was also a birding guide (??Eric??) sitting there who pointed out several birds for us.

I'm not a bird watcher but it was fun to just relax on the 1st floor patio watching the birds come and go....spent several hours there and saw many more birds than I did out walking the local trails including (apparently) some rarer ones to find.

Breakfast is available for a few dollars (didn't try it), we went into town (a short walk) for meals and other activities.

Beds were comfortable but ...there are roosters around town that crow all night long (and then get the town dogs barking). This was a lovely place but I hardly slept at all; I doubt it was much better in a different (non open air) room or another hostel.

Date of stay: May 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Thank RachelW879
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Reviewed 25 March 2016

There are plenty of hummingbirds at El Descanso's garden, you can just sit there, relaxed and have a drink, just watch the buzzing busy lovely birds there.

You may also see some other birds as well, or even south american squirrels.

They have chairs and drinks provided for guests only visit there for watching hummingbirds too.

Date of stay: December 2015
  • Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Thank Remmy32
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Reviewed 10 February 2016

As we had accomodations elsewhere we were interested in just the hummingbird garden tour. Our experience was that it was not worth the 4$ US that we were charged for admission. For the cost we sat on the patio and were able to photograph hummingbirds and various other feathered friends. Unfortunately we were seeing many of the same birds we could see for no charge on the balcony of our own hostel. We felt it would have been a better deal for less money (2$?) or at least including a refreshment (coffee, tea, juice) while we relaxed on the patio.

Date of stay: February 2016
  • Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Thank GekoPablo
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Reviewed 23 January 2016

This place worth to stay and visit, it is cozy and comfortable PLUS you breakfast with hummingbirds, tanagers, brillants, emeralds, and if you are lucky enough motmot, toucannets, and more.
BEAUTIFUL highly recommended

Room tip: all rooms are comfortable and cozy with great views
Date of stay: January 2016
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Thank HZambonino
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Reviewed 29 August 2015

The charm of this hotel is that the Humming Birds are four feet away from you while you are eating breakfast. Very nice staff. The prices are extremely affordable. I would prefer more protection on the windows and doors from mosquitos.

Date of stay: August 2015
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Thank RNokes
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