Very highly recommended Hostal. I start to say that our welcome from Olly it was one of the most warm I ever received. Olly is an exceptional person, helpful and kind. Immediately gave us directions on the best beaches to visit, advice on where to eat and areas to avoid. He is very kind, smiling and especially available at any time, solves all problems and is available on any request or information. As for the structure, it is located in a central area of Arenal, with the promenade and beaches at 3 min walk. There are many shops nearby, supermarkets, pharmacies, souvenir shops and many other things. Recommend this structure to anyone, both for its location and especially for the host who will become your reference figure in your trip.

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Really friendly and helpful receptionist (speaks English perfectly), will give you any advice you need. They have a fridge and a freezer, some beach umbrellas, beach towels and even sun screen that you can use/borrow when going to the beach. A shower in the room is essential in high season.

Sporadic busses and motorcycles won't let you fall asleep till ~3 a.m.when it's 30+ outside (it's too hot if you close the window, it's too loud if you don't). So you'd better plan your day including spending half of the night on the beach or somewhere in the city. Wi-Fi works generally well, but has some sporadic lags.

We had a pleasant experience at Hostal Atlanta, especially thanks to the owner, Olly. He was consistently friendly, approachable, and genuinely helpful throughout our stay. He offered great sightseeing tips, helped us arrange an early morning taxi, and ensured our rooms were next to each other. It was also super convenient to reach him via WhatsApp. While the hostal is simple, Olly’s easy-going nature and support really enhanced our stay. For the price, it offers good value if you know what to expect.

Hostal Atlanta is a basic 1-star accommodation, so it’s good to set expectations accordingly. During our stay, we ran into a few minor issues—like door keys that tended to stick, only two power plugs in the room (which wasn’t ideal), and a lack of curtains. The rooms can also be a bit noisy at times (especially when guests return late singing ;). These quirks didn’t ruin the experience, but they’re worth noting for anyone expecting more comfort or quiet.

I messed up my booking and the owner couldn't have been more understanding/accomodating if he tried. We just needed a stop off after the flight before a long bus journey so many of the cheaper places had awful reviews. This is clean and equipped each room had a teeny shower/loo. Free hot drinks, close to cafes and beach. The owner is so happy and friendly I think people treat the building well out of respect because I've never seen such a respected hostel.

The girls in the room next door stayed up all night loudly chatting - which happens in a hostel. Also it's opposite the main bus stop so you will hear buses pulling up. Saying this - I did sleep without ear plugs - just not all night- so bring plugs :)

Just a few walking minutes off the „Ballermann“ lays this cute family-owned Hostel. I had a Double room which i used as a single room. Check-in went smooth and the staff especially Olly is very friendly. With check in, he offers a free beach towel. Room was small, but exactly what you expect from a hostel. You get towels and hand wash. Two fans were present in my room with a ceiling and a standing one. Beds are comfy, as i had two to choose from. Bathroom was very small but had everything in it. Plugs are present near the bed.

The shower is very tiny, but enough for one person.

Overall a great experience. Great location, shops, restaurants, beach close by. When we had a request we always had help. Olly is one of the best hosts I've ever met. Your best option if you want a low price for value is this Hostal. We stayed here for a week with my family, with a baby. No complaints regarding the accommodation. Would stay here again, keep up the great work Olly! Negatives that are mentioned in a lot of reviews: Noise: With earplugs we didn't wake up once. Owner made sure that no one makes noise at night and no one bothers the other residents. It's a party area, if you want silence book the 20th floor of a hotel. Cleanliness: Room was cleaned very well, sheets and towels were provided. The dust on the balcony accumulates over time because of the wind, we wore flip flops and it didn't bother us. You can also sweep if you really want to. Air conditioning: There is no air conditioner. The fans cool the rooms well enough, sometimes even too well for us (😆). Don't come here expecting a 5* Hotel and you won't be let down, you get everything essential for a vacation here.

7AM and 11PM, loud garbage truck comes. Acts well as an alarm clock though lol.

Ollie and Jack were extremely helpful from the second we got there. They offered us lots of good recommendations around the island. They also allowed us to check in early which was great. We had a late flight and had to check out in the morning, but they let us keep our bags there while we went to the beach and even let us shower when we came back! Such a great place and great guys.

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The host was so, so friendly and the owner gets this accommodation the 10. Good location. Really comfy beds. Stayed twice in a short period of time (so 2nd review). Bad smell coming from the drain in our bathroom so we were upgraded to the bigger room and balcony. Great value for money.

No aircon in the room (which we knew so didnt knock down the score) but reflects in the lowest price place to stay in this area. 2 large fans to make up for this and our 2nd room had a balcony so we opened rhe doors at night for the breeze.

The hotel is very well located and there are many buses to Palma City. The boss was very enthusiastic and patiently introduced the tourist attractions and routes. There is a refrigerator and microwave downstairs, so you can go to the supermarket to buy food and heat it. The hospitality and high cost performance of the hotel staff are as warm as home.

Some rooms have inner windows that may not be comfortable.

The hotel room was simple but comfortable, and the location felt cozy with everything important close by. The owner was extremely helpful and super friendly! he helped me out of a tricky situation and gave me great tips. Id definitely book again and can highly recommend this place. Perfect for a laid-back vacation!