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<h2>Beachfront Location</h2> The Humpback Turtle in El Valle, Chocó offers direct beachfront access with Playa El Almejal just a few steps away. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the lush garden, enjoying stunning ocean views. <h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Rooms feature private bathrooms, wardrobes, and shared bathrooms. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, ensuring connectivity for all visitors. <h2>Dining and Leisure</h2> The on-site restaurant serves delicious meals, while the bar provides a perfect spot for relaxation. Additional amenities include an open-air bath, outdoor play area, and games room. <h2>Convenient Services</h2> The guest house offers a paid shuttle service, concierge, tour desk, and luggage storage. Full-day security and barbecue facilities enhance the guest experience. José Celestino Mutis Airport is 9.3 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 full bed
1 futon bed
1 twin bed
2 full beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
8.4
High score for El Valle

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Molly
    United States United States
    Very peaceful. Had a chance to meet nice people from around the world!
  • Cdvillan
    Colombia Colombia
    One of the best hostels I have stayed at in Colombia! The location is spectacular and on the beach. I enjoyed my morning walking along the shore. The breakfasts are my favorite meal of the day, they are different every morning and the cooks are...
  • Dasha
    United States United States
    Further down on the beach so it’s very quiet at night, lots of spaces to chill, volunteers and staff are very nice, one of the cleanest hostels I’ve stayed at despite being right on the beach. Seemingly employs lots of local staff/families which...
  • Jrnewmann
    United States United States
    The Humpback turtle is an awesome place to stay for an extended period and hang out, play volleyball, socialize, explore, and relax on the beach. Really can't ask for a better place to unplug and unwind. The breakfasts are exceptional, the rooms...
  • Tremblay
    Canada Canada
    The location is amazing, so many hikes and tours available. Very clean hostel, the staff clean everything for what seems like twice a day. The restaurant serves great food, especially the fish here…wow.
  • Denham-wells
    Australia Australia
    Location is unbelievable, you sleep with the sounds of the ocean. The ladies that work in the kitchen do a very good job cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner. The ocean is a beautiful temperature and whales are visible from the hostel. The vibe is...
  • A
    Amara
    United States United States
    Cozy rustic cabanas of bamboo, wood and thatch, very natural setting with big garden and right on the beach! Friendly staff and good fish.
  • L
    Lisa
    Spain Spain
    Amazing location right on the beach, waves crashing out front with the jungle out back!
  • R
    Riad
    Canada Canada
    the place is so relaxing, the beach and the layout of the camp is perfect for a nice beer and a good book. the nature around is absolutely breathtaking! the staff super friendly and fun to be around. I would go back for sure.
  • Harriet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing colourful hostel in amazing El Valle, in the perfect location at the end of the beach, close to a surf hut. Really difficult to get to from Nuqui but only a tuktuk from Bahia Solano. The wifi is limited but I think that's general to the...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurante Humpback
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Humpback Turtle
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bingo
  • Live music/Performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Food & Drink

  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms

Spa

  • Yoga classes
  • Open-air bath

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
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Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 27468

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