Hostal La Jungla Frente al Mar
3 guests 0 bedroom 1.0 baths
Nomadomia Rating: 4.12 stars
- La Jungla is a great value: Despite some minor issues, La Jungla is a great value for the price, with a fantastic location and a helpful host.
- Abel is a super host: Abel's hospitality, helpfulness, and responsiveness make him a standout host, and a major reason to choose La Jungla.
- Location is key: La Jungla's location right on the beach is a major draw for many reviewers, and a key factor in its popularity.
- Be prepared for basic amenities: La Jungla's rooms are basic, so guests should be prepared for limited amenities and storage space.
- WiFi and hot water issues: Guests should be aware that WiFi and hot water issues have been reported by some reviewers, and plan accordingly.
Good points:
- Location: Almost all reviewers praised the location of La Jungla, being right on the beach, close to the national park, and within walking distance to the town.
- Host Abel: Reviewers consistently praised Abel's hospitality, helpfulness, and responsiveness. He was described as a "super host" and went above and beyond to assist guests.
- Cleanliness: Many reviewers mentioned that the rooms and common areas were clean and well-maintained.
- Value: La Jungla was considered a great value for the price, with many reviewers feeling that it was a bargain.
- Beach access: The fact that La Jungla is right on the beach was a major draw for many reviewers, who enjoyed waking up to the sound of the waves and falling asleep to the same sound.
- Friendly staff: Reviewers praised the friendly and helpful staff, who made them feel at home.
- Local recommendations: Abel was often praised for his local knowledge and recommendations, which helped guests make the most of their stay on Isabela Island.
Bad points:
- Limited amenities: Some reviewers mentioned that the rooms were basic and lacked amenities such as a table and chair.
- Hot water issues: A few reviewers experienced issues with hot water, including sporadic hot water and reversed hot and cold shower faucets.
- WiFi issues: Some reviewers experienced issues with WiFi, including slow speeds and dropped connections.
- Kitchen cleanliness: A few reviewers mentioned that the kitchen could be cleaner.
- Limited storage: Some reviewers mentioned that there was limited storage space in the rooms.
Time trend:
- Increasing popularity: La Jungla's popularity has increased over time, with more and more reviewers praising its location, host, and value.
- Consistency: Despite some minor issues, La Jungla has consistently received high praise from reviewers over the years.
- Improvements: It appears that Abel has made efforts to improve the property over time, including adding new amenities and addressing guest concerns.
