I stayed here for a night and had a great time. The staff were amazing and super friendly and super polite. One staff member even led my friend and I on a beautiful hike so we wouldn't get lost and could see town, which is not too far away. The location is gorgeous - overlooking mountains and forests. The rooms... More

I come to Izhcayluma for weekend trips to Vilcabamba to relax while volunteering in Loja. It's got a great vibe and it's the kind of hostel you just want to hang out at. The staff are all really friendly and helpful. I have to mention the view. It's worth the money for the view alone. If you arrive at night... More

Unbelievable setting from open air dining area. Lush landscapes grounds, pretty pool, great bar area with pool table, ping pong, couches etc. We loved our cabana with great view as well. Lots of interesting people and social. Staff extremely service-orientated and spoke English fluently. Fabulous value. They have a lush well was room. Massages were $22 for 75 minutes, exfoliating... More

We had a great time here and the hotel facilities are perfect but there is one staff member who is awful. He works at the bar or sometimes at reception. One night, we watched as he exploded at guests for taking alcohol into the bar instead of simply asking them to put it away. The next day, he was working... More

We agree with the other positive reviews. This is one of the best hostel experiences we have had. Great facilities, gardens, bar with pool table, ping pong, bonfires, beautiful pool, and wonderful restaurant with stunning views over the valley. My wife and I had a private room which was very clean and comfortable and we loved the shower - tons... More

I saw brochures for this resort from my first arrival in Ecuador (in Quito and again in Cuenca) and I thought..."slick marketing." So I was unsure whether it would live up to the hype. Absolutely!!! A lovely resort away from town, which I actually found very refreshing. I did walk to town and took the taxi back. What was I... More

First off: we travel as backpackers, but we are backpackers in our 30s, so we won't put up with everything just to save a dollar or two. That said, I found our stay in Izhcayluma very enjoyable from beginning to end. When we tried to check in, it turned out that there was a problem with our reservation (largely our... More

I saw the brochure in hotel in Cuenca in November 2011. I desided to go there because the brochure was so nice. And I was not disappointed, the place was like a Heaven! It was perfect place for relaxing. The atmosphere was cosy but sophisticated. The hotel was clean and staff was very helpfull. There was Reiki and other massage... More

Well so far in my travels I have never stayed at such a nice hostel in such a primo location. The hostel itself i closer to a resort but value for money is outstanding. Dorm rooms are huge with even bigger showers which are amazingly hot. The location is a bit out of the town (@ the time only $1.50... More