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After a bit of thought we have decided to do something different and give some reasons why Hostel Revolution
may NOT suit you! Rather than having people come here and not be happy, or give us a bad review, we think it is
better to state some of the things that people might not like about HR and choose another hostel if need be!
1. We are on the northern edge of the Historical Centre where all the attractions are, we are NOT in La Mariscal
(Gringo Land)!! While we have access to internet cafes, phone cabins, laundry, supermarket, chemist and restaurants
(all 1 block away), Gringo Land has the nightlife and travel agencies. The old town is quiet at night. So if you want
international fast food restaurants and bars/discos close to your hostel you might want to stay in gringoland! But keep in mind
gringoland is only 5-10 mins away by the ecovia bus, 15- 20 minute walk, or taxi is around $1.50 so often guests get
together and go out from here after a few drinks in our bar.
2. We have some traffic noise mainly in the morning. Most people it doesn´t bother at, or do not even notice it.
3. We do not provide breakfast and meals. We prefer that people support our local businesses and restaurants.
There are many restaurants offering decent sized breakfast and lunch from only $1.25, and we have a great
kitchen with all the facilities to cook.
4. Some people think the old town is unsafer than the Mariscal. This is a myth. Police records show that crime
is higher in the New Town. Mariscal at night is one of the worst places for crime. People need to be careful in all
areas, however.
6. We are a small hostel with capacity for maximum 18 people. When we are busy it can be quite rowdy
but also very quiet when there are less people. It is not a large 24 hr party hostel but being a small hostel people
find it is more personal and friendly. It is also directly managed by the owner who lives on premises.
So if your thing is to stay in modern ´gringo land´ (La Mariscal) no problem we can recommend another hostel that might
be great for you!
The philosophy of Hostel Revolution is to provide a chilled relaxing environment with great friendly service, to backpackers
who want to stay in Historical part of Quito so they can explore all the attractions. It has been created by backpackers
who have travelled in South America based on what we want in a hostel. If this sounds like you hope to see you soon!
