The Mudhouse Hostel

Mompiche is a quaint little fishing village in northern Ecuador. The village rests on a 40-mile crescent-moon bay. The world-class waves attract surfers from all over the globe and is a fantastic place to learn how to surf (classes and board rentals available year-round) since there are waves for all ability levels. Also out in that great big blue space, you can go on whale-watching excursions (September-November) or sit on the beach at night and be mesmerized by the fluorescent-green color of the plankton lighting up the waves, depending, of course, on the month you are here. There is a gorgeous, small island 10 minutes away called “Isla Portete”. It is not much more than a few homes, miles of pristine coastline, coconut palms and peace. From Mompiche, you can also walk to a stunning and picturesque black-sand beach only minutes away. Mompiche offers horseback riding along the beach. Also, just behind us is a protected rain forest packed full of incredible flora and fauna. There are forest tours available where you can see monkeys, toucans, parrots, waterfalls and much more. In short, Mompiche is a beautiful place to disconnect from everything and reconnect with nature.

We are a family of 4 from the Netherlands. Nout, Jolanda and our boys Dex (2 years) and Cas (9 months). We are very easy going and love to meet new people. Also our kids like to meet new "friends" ;) you will be treated like one of the family for as long as you stay!


Reviews

4.5
(11 reviews)11

Staff & Host

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

United States

5

I didn’t stay long but during the time I was there I truly felt welcomed by Jolanda and her family! The kids are super nice and I would definitely love to return again.

29 days ago

Ireland

5

A great place to chill especially in low season!
Nout and Yolanda were super accommodating and helpful
Work is typically cleaning, maintaining garden and preparing food for the bar!

about 2 months ago

Chile

2

Me prometió más tiempo en el lugar y no cumplió, me dijo que le ayudara una semana no mas y a traves de la aplicación me prometio 1 mes o mas, la otra semana que estuve tenía las piezas en reparación y no pude acceder a muchas opciones...el Refrigerador estaba en muy mal estado no podia tener mis alimentos en frio como se deben estar...tuve dolor de estomago durante la estadía...

4 months ago


Nout replied

Desafortunadamente, el trabajo voluntario no funcionó bien. Si no funciona, siempre lo indicaremos claramente y le explicaremos por qué hicimos lo que hicimos por usted. El refrigerador funciona bien, todos nuestros huéspedes y otros voluntarios guardan allí sus alimentos y nadie se ha enfermado. Desafortunadamente, es probable que hayas cogido una gripe estomacal o algo muy desagradable. ¡De todos modos, gracias por venir! Buena suerte en el futuro.

Austria

5

I wanted to stay until last week and I'm still here, guess that says a lot ;) The hosts and their kids are super nice, as well as the hostel. The work is diversified (and sometimes hard but just because of the crazy heat here haha); sometimes I clean, prepare food, do gardening or painting. The town is perfect for me, it's small but has many opportunities to meet new people and go out on the weekends. Nature here is amazing and the hostel is just a 5 minute walk to the sea. I can absolutely recommend this place, thank you for having me!! P.S. Bring lots of mosquito repellent haha

4 months ago

United States

3

Jolanda clearly communicated what she wanted you to do and respected the time commitment.

Mompiche is a reallybsafe place with all the basic things you need. You can ealk around anybtime ofvdayborbnight without concern for your safety. The localscarevrealky nice and helpful too.

6 months ago


Perfect for you if you're looking for

Contact with nature

City & Town

Beach