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How much do hostels in Otavalo cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Otavalo, Ecuador range from $9 to $32/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 10 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 11.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $10.

Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $9/night.

At $9/night and up, Otavalo is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Ecuador.

How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 6 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-10-06T17:53:50.544Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include October 7 (one night),October 8 (one night),October 11 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.

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Local knowledge for Otavalo

Where to stay

Most budget travelers stay within a few blocks of Plaza de los Ponchos (the market square), along Calle Sucre and Calle Modesto Jaramillo, since that puts you walking distance to the stalls and the cheap almuerzo spots. The streets around Calle Roca and Bolívar are quieter at night if you want to actually sleep.

Getting around

  • Come in on Friday so you're already in town for Saturday, when the Plaza de los Ponchos market and the early animal market (Plaza de Animales, on the western edge, roughly 6 to 9am) are both running.
  • Take a bus from Quito's Carcelón terminal rather than booking a tour van; it's about two hours and costs a few dollars, and the buses run all day.
  • Skip a taxi to Peguche waterfall. It's a flat walk or a short local bus ride, and entry is free, so don't let anyone sell you a tour for it.

When to go

Hostels are cheapest on weekdays and fill fastest Friday and Saturday nights year-round, with the real squeeze during Inti Raymi in late June and the December and July to August stretch.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Otavalo cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $10. Dorm beds currently range from $9 to $32/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Otavalo?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Otavalo include October 7, October 8, October 11.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Otavalo?

HostelHound currently tracks 10 hostels in Otavalo, Ecuador.

How much do hostels in Otavalo cost in October?

Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $9/night.

Is Otavalo affordable compared to other hostel cities in Ecuador?

Otavalo is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Ecuador, with dorm prices starting from $9/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Otavalo?

Most budget travelers stay within a few blocks of Plaza de los Ponchos (the market square), along Calle Sucre and Calle Modesto Jaramillo, since that puts you walking distance to the stalls and the cheap almuerzo spots. The streets around Calle Roca and Bolívar are quieter at night if you want to actually sleep.

What is the best time of year to visit Otavalo?

Hostels are cheapest on weekdays and fill fastest Friday and Saturday nights year-round, with the real squeeze during Inti Raymi in late June and the December and July to August stretch.