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Classic Double or Twin Room
Room with view
1 Large Twin Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Economy Double or Twin Room
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Classic Double or Twin Room
Room with view
1 Large Twin Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom
Room with view
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Classic Double or Twin Room
Room with view
1 Large Twin Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Family Townhome, Multiple Bedrooms, Balcony, City View
Room with view
7 Double Bunk Beds and 3 Double Beds
Room sleeps 16 guests
(up to 10 children)
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Classic Double or Twin Room
Room with view
1 Large Twin Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Economy Room, 1 Bedroom
1 Large Twin Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom
1 Large Twin Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Hostel in Vega Baja with rooftop terrace and outdoor pool

Popular property highlights

Free self parking
Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Laundry facilities

A stay at Melao Lodge - Hostel places you in the heart of Vega Baja, within a 10-minute drive of Balneario Puerto Nuevo and Parque Nacional Balenario Cerro Gordo. This hostel is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Dorado Beach and 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Dorado Beach East Golf Course.

Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and iPod docking stations. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Detached private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers.

Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access and bike storage.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages Spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

Melao Lodge - Hostel features an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and laundry facilities. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site. A total renovation of this property was completed in December 2021.

Melao Lodge - Hostel has designated areas for smoking.

  • Children's games
  • Secured bicycle storage
  • Wheelchair accessible – no
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Laundry facilities
  • Uncovered parking
  • Total number of rooms - 11
  • Free self parking
  • Number of floors - 2
  • Free WiFi
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 24-hour pool access

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate dining area
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

Melao Lodge - Hostel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and complimentary bottled water. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. This Vega Baja hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Separate sitting area
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Wireless internet access
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Free WiFi
  • iPod docking station
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Towels provided
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Toaster
  • Number of bathrooms - 1
  • Number of beds 1
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Window screens
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Freezer
  • Mini-fridge
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Desk chair
  • WiFi speed 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Nearby Things to Do

Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Canoeing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Personal motor watercraft nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Handrails in stairways

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time ends at 8:30 PM

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-out

Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

You need to know

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash

Mobile payment options include: PayPal and MobilePay

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, PayPal, and MobilePay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

Property follows sanitization practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)

Credit card pre-authorization

Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly

Temperature checks are not available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Pets cannot be left unattended

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Security system

No front desk

Host will greet you

LGBTQ friendly

Smoke detector

Mobile payments

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing

Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are available

Masks are not compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is not available

Reservation is not required for facilities onsite

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wears personal protective equipment

Mobile key entry is not available

Protective clothing is not available to guests

Food service has not been amended for enhanced safety

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests must provide a copy of their government-issued photo I.D. in advance

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

Social distancing measures are in place

PayPal

Contactless check-in is not available

No rollaway/extra beds available

No cribs (infant beds) available

MobilePay

No elevators

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually-wrapped food options are not available

Debit cards

No gap period between guest stays

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 9 percent tourism fee will be charged
  • Cleaning fee: USD 30.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

  • Melao Lodge
  • Melao Lodge - Hostel Vega Baja
  • Melao Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
  • Melao Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Vega Baja

We should mention

24-hour pool access

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-out is available.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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