Akih Pods Hostel

The best hostel I have stayed in. Ever. Apart from the perfect location with regards to the beach and supermarket, the atmosphere of the hostel was magical. I formed some long-lasting connections with people all over the globe - it definitely encouraged a strong sense of creating a travelling family! The design of the kitchen and other communal areas made me want to always be lounging around in the space - very spacious and comforting. Beautiful plants everywhere which made the hostel feel peaceful and secluded. The volunteers and owners were another lovely addition I wasn't expecting - genuinely good people (with good taste in music too). I could've spent several months just in this hostel and this area - I never got bored of the vibe.

Everything was perfect - already recommended it to several other travellers I've met since leaving!

The people, the staff , the vibe

The actual facilities themselves are horrible, Bed, shower A/c only from 8pm to 8am Mold in shower and on bed curtains Smell of sewage in the living areas

the staff absolutely made this hostel! so friendly and happy to help with everything from the minute we got there. they make everyone feel so welcome - there is a lovely social but chilled atmosphere here. it is located between the north and south of santa teresa so both are in easy walking distance despite it feeling a little out of town. the dorms were small but it didnt matter as we had curtains which felt very private. my favourite hostel of the trip

sometimes a queue for the bathroom

loved the vibe here, social, friendly staff! :)

the shower in the room didn’t work too well

lovely environment, kitchen and communal areas

very small dorms, but the larger dorm was perfect

Affordable. Extra bathrooms

Super small living quarters (tight hallway. Hard to get past people.) Bugs in the room