Mindo
Ecuador · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Mindo, Ecuador range from $10 to $15/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 6 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 5, Jul 4, Jul 5.
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Hostel prices in Mindo, Ecuador
A typical dorm night in Mindo runs about $11.
Across the upcoming months, August tends to be the cheapest month (from $10/night) and September the most expensive (from $11/night).
At $10/night and up, Mindo is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Ecuador.
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Local knowledge for Mindo
Where to stay
Budget beds are concentrated along Calle Principal and the blocks immediately south of the central park. A handful of quieter hostels sit closer to the tarabita cable car crossing, but that walk back at night is along an unlit road, so factor that in before you book.
Getting around
- Book tubing and zip-lining directly through the agencies on Calle Principal rather than through your hostel. The hostel markup is usually a few dollars per activity.
- Buses from Quito leave from the Ofelia terminal in the north of the city, not Terminal Quitumbe. The route is direct and costs a few dollars each way.
- Arrive on a weekday if you can. Quiteños treat Mindo as a weekend escape, so Friday evenings through Sundays see both hostel prices and activity queues spike.
When to go
Hostels run cheapest on weekdays from October through April. June through August draws consistent traffic, and major Ecuadorian holidays like Carnaval (February) and Semana Santa will see places fully booked a week or more out.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Mindo cost per night?
Dorm beds in Mindo currently range from $10 to $15/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Mindo?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Mindo are August 5, July 4, July 5.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Mindo?
HostelHawk currently tracks 6 hostels in Mindo, Ecuador.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Mindo?
Based on current availability, August has the lowest hostel prices in Mindo, with dorm beds from $10/night.
Is Mindo affordable compared to other hostel cities in Ecuador?
Mindo is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Ecuador, with dorm prices starting from $10/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Mindo?
Budget beds are concentrated along Calle Principal and the blocks immediately south of the central park. A handful of quieter hostels sit closer to the tarabita cable car crossing, but that walk back at night is along an unlit road, so factor that in before you book.
What is the best time of year to visit Mindo?
Hostels run cheapest on weekdays from October through April. June through August draws consistent traffic, and major Ecuadorian holidays like Carnaval (February) and Semana Santa will see places fully booked a week or more out.