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Puma Backpackers Hostel

Jr.Antonio Arenas No 150, Puno, Peru
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Calgary, Canada
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41 reviews 41 reviews
25 hotel reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

I booked this hostel due to good reviews, but honestly I cant recommend it. Fist of all, the location. The hostel is located far away from everything that you would wanna be near. There's literarily nothing up there and no busses or motor taxis even go up there, so you are stuck taking cabs (3-5soles) unless you feel like walking... More

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Quebec City, Canada
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9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

Staff was VERY helpfull with me. More than jam and bread, you get a pancake for breakfast (pretty rare!). Clean rooms. The bad thing is that it's quite far away from the center at the top of a hill. Not a lot of bathrooms.

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Velke Teriakovce, Slovakia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2013

Arriving late to Puno we were very welcoming to this Hostal but we just stayed one night. It still a bit further from center and for the same price(and even cheaper) you will find same quality and service. We didn't like the way the owner tried to sell us the overpriced trips to the islands and that doors get closed... More

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Santa Cruz, Bolivia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

Puma backpackers is run by a very nice family in Puno. The hostel itself is at the top of quite a steep hill a few minutes walk out of town, however the altitude can make this quite a difficult walk even if you're acclimatised. The hostel is very comfortable and the staff (family) are warm and friendly. There were power... More

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Iguazu National Park, Argentina
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 July 2012

The people who own the hostel are very kind, and the hostel is clean. It is absolutely FREEZING at night. They give you a lot of blankets, but be prepared for the cold. Its a very small place, feels more like staying at a family home than at a hostel. Its a good place to stay for one night, in... More

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Warsaw
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

We stayed there 4 nights in double room only because we were sick. To be honest I was a little disappointed about this place. I read from opinions of others people that this place is clean. I don't agree with that. The kitchen and bathroom was not clean, bathroom doesn't have good ventilation so there is mould on walls and... More

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012 via mobile

This hostel has good rooms, a fine communal area and kitchen and welcoming owners. The bathrooms were close to filthy though and were in need of thorough cleaning. The breakfast was ok, so that considered the value is good. The location was ok as well, because it is just a short walk to the centre of Puno and Puno doesn't... More

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Boca Raton, Florida
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49 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2011

We stayed here for one night on our way to Copacabana, Bolivia. Puno is rather dumpy so I imagine the options are great. The owner was very friendly, and our room was fine, plenty of blankets for warmth, however the bathroom had not been cleaned (hair, dried toothpaste, trash) and the floor was soaked with water. The location seems sketchy,... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 September 2011 via mobile

I stayed in a dorm room which thankfully wasn't full as there would not have been enough space if if had been, bathroom downstairs for dorm was pretty dingy and felt like you were intruding on family who used living space. Would be fine for groups but wouldn't go again if I was on my own as too far put... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2011 via mobile

The owners are awesome and will help you plan trips. It's like having a mom and dad away from home. It's kind of in the middle of nowhere bit then again so is Puno. If I had one complaint, its SO FREAKIN COLD

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Address: Jr.Antonio Arenas No 150, Puno, Peru
Region: Peru > Puno Region > Puno
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Ranked #13 of 35 Speciality lodging in Puno
Price range (per night): $13 - $22
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