Hostal Paraiso

“I chose not to stay here”

I didn’t actually stay there. The photos on the site didn’t match the hostel; when I arrived there was trash everywhere around the hostel and on the balcony. Julian was kind and helpful, but as the sole guest in the area I didn’t feel safe and chose not to stay. This is crucial info for solo travelers.

L'home era simpàtic. La pitjor habitació on hem estat mai. Paneroles per tot arreu, no sortia aigua de la dutxa, lavabo ple de pels a la paret, habitació molt bruta. El ventilador es queia a trossos. Volíem quedar-nos dues nits pero quan vam veure una panerola al llit ja no vam poder. Molta calor i ens vam despertar plens de picades de puces o xinxes

Rien à part les hamacs sur la terrasse, et encore, pas quand il pleut car le toit est tellement délabré qu'il y a des gouttières partout.

“Muy bien”

I like that it’s comfortable, so you pay if it’s good; the food is decent, maybe a bit pricey but we understand the water, electricity, and distance issues. Yulian’s service was excellent and I recommend Super Coco as a guide. I advise not to overpay on the islands; always ask for prices and don’t let them hike them up.

**Be aware of what you are booking.** Despite the hosts having very good intentions, this place can hardly be called a hostel. The positive reviews seem to come mainly from local tourists, but for international travellers, we found this place simply not acceptable. The property is run-down, the building is unfinished and it does not feel safe. The tiles are breaking, the wood has not been properly sanded, the shower does not work, and the place is not clean.