The Octopus's Garden

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Bay View | Terrace/patio
Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Bay View | Private kitchen
Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden View
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
66 Coral, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Nay., 63734
  • Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz
    7 min walk
  • Tree House Bar & Grill
    1 min walk
  • Puerto Vallarta Bus Terminal
    23 min drive
  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    34 min drive

Room options

Comfort Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Courtyard View

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View

  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden View

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Garden View

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About this property

The Octopus's Garden

Hostel with free parking, near Bay of Banderas
Along with a restaurant, this hostel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a library are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Octopus's Garden offers 9 accommodations with hair dryers. This La Cruz de Huanacaxtle hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
During your stay at The Octopus's Garden, you're just a quick walk from Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include locker space, a gift shop, and a multilingual staff
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Bay of Banderas and 7 minutes from Playa Bucerias
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Octopus's Garden. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this La Cruz de Huanacaxtle hostel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to noon.
Casa De Hule - This family restaurant serves dinner only.
Coffee Bar - This bar serves breakfast and brunch. Open select days.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free uncovered self-parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–noon: MXN 150 per person
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • Casa De Hule
  • Coffee Bar

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library
  • Lockers available
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately MXN 150 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Guests arriving after noon must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Property is also known as

The Octopus's Cruz Huanacaxtle
The Octopus's Garden La Cruz de Huanacaxtle
The Octopus's Garden Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

The Octopus's Garden Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews" "
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glaeshia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendliest Hostel ever!
I love staying in Hostels and this was the best experience I have ever enjoyed. I had a private room and so had the luxury of an AC unit but rarely needed to turn it on. The Dorm rooms were all equipped with fans. The shared kitchen had everything you could need in the way of cooking utensils. I shared many a great meal with other guests. The staff there was so helpful and accommodating. Ruben even found a yoga mat for me to use and cleaned it for me. Aruna, the owner was so gracious and welcoming. She had run this Hostel for some 30 or 40 years and was beloved by everyone in the town. There was a beautiful studio upstairs that offered Yoga classes, Tai Chi, Salsa Lessons and many other community events so you could stay entertained without leaving the Hostel. There was also an Italian restaurant attached with the best Pizza I've ever had. They even roasted and ground their own coffee right on the premises, so it was a popular coffee spot in the morning. It felt like home because of the amazing staff there. I have already rebooked for a month next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveller
Great value and convenience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

karl, Ocala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel close to bus stop and just six blocks to Marina and town square. Well organized with each room having a shelf space in kitchen. Entire place is open and spacious. Private and Shared rooms. My private room was double bed with AC and a fan. Never needed the AC. Ability to do wash and hang clothes if needed. Quiet and safe. Great pizzeria in garden area for evening meal. Beer, wine and limited spirits available. Fantastic gift shop that should be visited even if not staying here. Definitely will come again if in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

ELIAS

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
había cucarachas en la cama muy mal
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024