Salinas
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How much do hostels in Salinas cost?
Available dorm-bed prices in Salinas, Ecuador range from $15 to $50/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 3 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Jan 3, Jan 4, Jan 5.
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $20.
Based on current listings, January dorm beds typically start around $15/night.
Over the next 30 days, dorm beds in Salinas start at $20/night. Salinas is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Ecuador; 12 of 12 other tracked cities with current prices have lower starting prices.
Cheaper dates to stay
The lower-priced dates currently available include January 3 (one night),January 4 (one night),January 5 (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 Salinas
Where to stay
Budget beds cluster in the urban parishes of Alberto Enriquez Gallo and Carlos Espinoza Larrea, within walking distance of the Malecon and the Salinas Museum. Staying here keeps you close to the bus stops and the main strip of cheap eateries, while the more upscale resorts and yacht clubs sit further out toward the Punta Carnero coastline.
Getting around
- Take a bus from Guayaquil's Terminal 1000 or the northern terminals along the Via a la Costa road. The ride takes roughly two hours and costs a fraction of what a private transfer or rental car would for the same trip.
- Punta Carnero is the main draw for surfers and sunset watchers, located about a 10-minute drive from town. La Chocolatera offers powerful waves for experienced surfers but requires an ID to enter the air force base where it is located.
- Bring cash in US dollars. While larger resorts and the water park accept cards, the budget hostels, local comedores, and bus ticket vendors in town operate primarily on cash.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book from June through November, which coincides with the whale-watching season but sees fewer domestic tourists. Prices spike and beds fill from December through May, especially on weekends, when Guayaquil residents flock to the coast for the warm, dry weather.
Frequently asked questions
How much do hostels in Salinas cost?
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $20. Dorm beds currently range from $15 to $50/night across the next 3 months of availability.
What are cheaper dates to stay in Salinas?
Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Salinas include January 3, January 4, January 5.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in Salinas?
HostelHound currently tracks 3 hostels in Salinas, Ecuador.
How much do hostels in Salinas cost in January?
Based on current listings, January dorm beds typically start around $15/night.
Is Salinas affordable compared to other hostel cities in Ecuador?
Over the next 30 days, dorm beds in Salinas start at $20/night. Salinas is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Ecuador; 12 of 12 other tracked cities with current prices have lower starting prices.
Where do backpackers stay in Salinas?
Budget beds cluster in the urban parishes of Alberto Enriquez Gallo and Carlos Espinoza Larrea, within walking distance of the Malecon and the Salinas Museum. Staying here keeps you close to the bus stops and the main strip of cheap eateries, while the more upscale resorts and yacht clubs sit further out toward the Punta Carnero coastline.
What is the best time of year to visit Salinas?
Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book from June through November, which coincides with the whale-watching season but sees fewer domestic tourists. Prices spike and beds fill from December through May, especially on weekends, when Guayaquil residents flock to the coast for the warm, dry weather.