This is an exemplary budget Hostal. It was, clean, safe and plenty of hot water. It wasn't busy. So it was very quite. I will be coming making this my go to Hostal in Quito.
We had a nice quiet stay and extended it. Location is great, close to bus stops, easy access to subway and close to atms. Room is tiny but very clean, within a nice garden. Shared bathroom are cleaned regularly and all staff is super nice and helpful.
Would just recommend adding something to hang towels/clothes inside the bathroom, would be more practical.
Muchas gracias!
La habitación es justo lo que necesitaba sobre todo en comodidad y precio, aunque hace mucho frío. (puede ser porque soy de la costa), el desayuno es a la medida
At first I didn’t know it was a hostel. Nice little private room in far back corner. I had very heavy luggage. My fault. Staff was the best. Old style. Excellent for the price.
Nice old house with lots of character. In room 104 the bathroom door is short, and as a tall person, I hit my head a few times. The staff is very helpful. The night guy and cleaning lady don't speak English so it's a good opportunity to practice your Spanish. When I stayed there, I didn't see many other guests, so I did not experience meeting other international travelers and enjoying the camaraderie in a common area that some hostels have. There was always someone on duty to buzz you in at the gate. My one complaint would be that I could hear every noise inside the house. But at the first hotel I stayed at in Quito, I could hear all the outside traffic noise. So if coming to Quito you may want to bring earplugs.
Traveller's Inn is a great deal and I will continue to enjoy their kind staff, good price, super breakfast and convenience to shopping, parks, and other attractions in Quito.
Unfortunately, on this trip I was accousted by two thieves on the street just 50 meters from the hotel. They used the "Wipe and Swipe" ruse, in which one thief sprays you with some disgusting liquid, and the other thief, whilst offering to clean you up with some towels they just happen to be carrying, tries to flee with your daypack. I knew this trick, and refused to remove my daypack. I hurriedly approached the hotel's gate, and the thieves ran away promptly.
This incident happened at 2 PM with many people on the street! This neighbourhood, El Colon, I guess must be declared "not safe" until further notice and this is going to hurt Traveller's Inn's bottom line. Most likely I will still stay there, but will be even more careful!