We had heard Huanchaco was a great beach town but to be honest we were very disappointed (it could be because we're Aussies so have pretty high standards when it comes to beaches). Hostal Huankarute was clean, well appointed and does have a great view over the water. The facilities (pool etc) are very so so, and it's located at... More

We took this hostal based on the few comments there were on this site - all very good/excellent. In fact, the people who work there are really pleasant, the pool and the tables for tennis and pool are nice, the view is breathtaking, beds are comfortable and they have a great deal of channels on cable tv. But we have... More

Staying at this Hostal was by far the best part of our trip to Peru. We had an ocean view suite, our room was clean and comfortable. The service we received was outstanding. Huanchaco beach itself was the most comfortable portion of our visit to Peru. Would highly recommend this Hostal.

I love this hostal. My upper floor room (about $37, s/108) had sweeping views of the beach and ocean. It was really a comfortable room, private balcony, good bed, nice bathroom, free WiFi in the room, cable TV with movie channels, refrigerator. I recommend to get the upper floor rooms which cost about 10-20 soles more, but worth every sole.... More

The rooms with the ocean view are well worth the extra money, even though I think that the rates in general are pretty high for Peru. The room was comfortable, the location excellent, the service was great. The location is at the end of the "strip" so you are just far enough away to be away from the crowds but... More