Reviews of Hostal Encuentro

The hosts were really kind. They know a lot about Cali and can and want to help with anything you need. The whole hostel has a very familiar atmosphere. We really enjoyed the stay.

Property is perfectly located and run by the nicest couple! Such a nice vibe in the place, my only regret is that I couldn’t speak more Spanish to be able to chat more with Adolfo and Ana! Would happily recommend the place to anyone.

Everything! I’ve been traveling South America for the last 5 months and this was definitely my favorite hostal. Adolfo and Ana (the owners) welcomed everyone like one of the family. I felt so much at home that I ended up staying a week instead of the 3 days initially planned. The breakfast was always nice. The location is perfect. The hostal has a huge terrace with a view over Cali. Great value for money. I could not recommend it more :)

Warm welcome from Alfonso and the friendly staff. I felt home there. Very clean place, bed was confortable. Very well located in San Antonio, with a large choice of restaurants around. Everything morning a different breakfast composed of a bit of fresh fruits and a arepa with eggs.

Nothing except the fact that I let my door open and a cat came into my bed

I loved the hospitality and the location

Conveniently located. Feels like staying with your family.

Amazing staff. I am travelling long term and unexpectedly got quite sick when I arrived. The team took such good care of me, making me soup and hot tea when they noticed I hadn’t left my room or eaten. I am travelling alone and I felt so grateful that I was staying in a place with such generous and kind spirited people. Made me feel way less alone. Plus all the facilities and great and clean. Excellent location. Highly recommend.

Nothing

Adolfo is a such a warm person and really cares about his guests. He takes the time to get to know you and explained in detail the various places and activities to partake in in Cali. The other staff were also very kind and prepared breakfast for us in the morning which we enjoyed! The location is central and we felt pretty safe with many restaurants nearby, steps away from San Antonio park, and it is also close to Boulevard Rio (10-15ish minute walk) which we explored on the weekend with locals taking up the streets dancing salsa in the evening - I would highly recommend visiting! Almost everything is within walking distance from the hostel and Ubers are cheap for visiting Alameda market and the salsa museum in Obrero. The hostel was decorated nicely and felt homey, and the views on the terrace were stunning. I would 100% return back to this hostel if I came back to Cali!

The only thing that we didn’t expect was that our private washroom was in a shared area. You have your own designated toilet and shower but it is not attached to your room. While this was a surprise, it was not a big deal and everything else made up for it.

Really friendly owners of the hostel. You directly feel like you are home.

I loved the owners warm welcome and service, willing to help and advice on what to do or where to go to eat

The noise of a big avenue nearby is really loud and doesnt allow you to actually rest and sleep

The attention given by the host and how clean it was. Adolfo treated me like family even cooked a great breakfast and made sure I had everything I need.

Everything was great

The owner was very friendly and welcoming! It was such a warm stay

everything was great, the facilities, the rooms and beds, I felt very comfortable. The biggest plus is about the warm welcoming of the hosts, they were lovely, and kind. They allowed us inviting friends and letting us celebrate our Jewish holiday with a meal in the apartment. I recommend if anyone is looking for a homey hostel, that’s the place.

the host are amazing people and the area feels safe and welcoming

nothing to complain about

The accommodation is clean, has a lot of space and the location is very good and safe. Good breakfast. The hosts are extremely friendly and heartwarming, it was so nice to stay with them. Thank you so much!

The owners are very lovely! It felt like i was visiting my grandparents. The place was cute, and had a beautiful outside.

Its a smal homey hostal with about 5 big bedrooms in an abudantly cheerfull decorated house. Outside there are two big balconies with a great view over Cali and the mountain with Las Tres Cruzes. Situated in the hip barrio San Antonio, close to lots of nice restaurants and cafés. A great price for what is offerd. Hot showers, breakfast and laundry service. What makes this hostal the best in Cali is the warm and loving hostal owners, Adolfo and his wife. They help you with whatever you might need, introduce guests to eavhother and above all make the hostal feel like a home. Gracias y hasta la proxima vez!

Nothing! But if you need silence the roos situated at the street side are not a good choise for you. Because San Antonio is a lively barrio and because of the hills the sounds of cars and people are amplified. But hey, you are in Cali Colombia, not a small village.