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The Octopus's Garden

2.0 star property
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle hostel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Nestled in a peaceful setting, The Octopus's Garden offers the perfect blend of relaxation and connection. Unwind on the garden, grab a coffee from the cafe or enjoy dinner at Casa De Hule restaurant. With high-speed WiFi and helpful multilingual staff, this hostel is sure to be your haven.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Multilingual staff
  • Gift shops/newsstands

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Charcoal grill(s)
  • Free self parking
  • Dining table

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Courtyard View | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Courtyard View

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Portable fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Garden View | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Portable fan
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Basic Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio, City View | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio, City View

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Portable fan
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Courtyard View | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Portable fan
  • 9 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Patio, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Portable fan
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden View | Individually furnished, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
66 Coral, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Nay., 63734

What's nearby

  • La Cruz Sunday Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Cruz Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Playa la Manzanilla - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Playa Bucerías - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Potrero de Chavez - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tacos On The Street - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Osos Oyster Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mariscos García - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪la ballena blanca - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Octopus's Garden

When you stay at The Octopus's Garden, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Bay of Banderas and Playa Bucerías. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Casa De Hule, which serves dinner. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11:00 AM
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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
    • Guests should be aware that 3 cats and 1 dog reside at this property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–noon
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Charcoal grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 24
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Portable fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Griddle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Dining table
  • Mixer
  • Spices
  • Paper towels

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Cleaning supplies

Special features

Dining

Casa De Hule - This family restaurant serves dinner only.
Coffee Bar - This bar serves breakfast and brunch. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MXN 150 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for MXN 200.0 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Octopus's Garden offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Octopus's Garden does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Octopus's Garden?

Yes, pets stay free.

Is parking offered on site at The Octopus's Garden?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Octopus's Garden?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Octopus's Garden?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Winclub Casino Platinum (24-min drive) and Vallarta Casino (25-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Octopus's Garden and nearby?

The Octopus's Garden has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Octopus's Garden?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Casa De Hule.

Does The Octopus's Garden have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony and a yard.

What's the area around The Octopus's Garden like?

The Octopus's Garden is a short 15-minute walk from Bay of Banderas and 14 minutes' walk from Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz.

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Reviews

The Octopus's Garden Reviews

8.2

Very Good

7.0

Cleanliness

6.4

Amenities

7.2

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

For a solo traveler on a budget this is a shangra la...friendly family like atmosphere with coffee shop and pizza in the same location and many smiles! Im going back its a great place!
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very freindly enviroment with beautiful courtya
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed my stay

I was very impressed with my stay here. As an American who speaks little Spanish, the fact that there was always a core group of English-speakers with whom I could speak with around the kitchen and living room areas made my stay very “easy” and pleasurable. Many nice amenities here besides, including a regularly available fitness area with classes taught upstairs — and downstairs a patio with espresso coffee, a restaurant and live music on some evenings. A bright spot to hang out for a while in a small, charming seaside town.
David, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value and convenience
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hostel is magic for the soul. The staff are all happy and helpful. The restaurant has amazing food. They have live music some days. And it attracts a great mix of travellers both young and older. Stay a while and make new friendships. Aruna the owner is a very special woman who does her best to help with all your needs I highly recommend it.
Marjorie, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Firstly, the owner, Aruna, charged my credit card multiple times and then charged me cash for the full stay, insisting she was not supposed to refund anything so I had to deal with that for about 1 week. Secondly, the hostel is the most filthy, disgusting place I have ever stayed at. There is no true housekeeping. The toilets are disgusting and smelly and the garbage where the toilet paper is disposed of overflows all over the floor. The showers appear to have never been cleaned. The garbage in kitchen is not often changed and sits in the sunny patio and overflows with maggots that run rampant in the hostel. There are local families that rent out the hostel and take over the kitchen and common areas and their children run and scream everywhere. Young children are allowed to stay in dorm rooms with other guests. The hostel kitchen overlooks a dog kennel of sorts with about 15 dogs that bark all day and go to the bathroom in the open courtyard so the smell throughout the hostel is stomach-turning, esp in the kitchen. There are no ceilings in the rooms or glass windows so noise from the establishment across the street, which blasts music on loud speakers late into the night is unbearable. It is a very loud hostel and area with dogs barking all the time, music playing and cars/motorbikes racing past. I will never stay at another hostel again after this experience as it ruined my trip,
Cindy, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
karl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

After 6 days at Octopus Garden, I did not ever want to leave, but with a sweet wife, two sons and four grandkids under 6 years of age at home, I realized that it was time after a full month in Mexico. The room, while basic, was spotlessly clean, the bed comfortable, and unfailingly quiet. The young volunteers from Europe, South Ameria and other parts were exceptionally well-mannered and friendly and hard working. The kitchen produced terrific salads and meals; a wood fired pizza oven turned out great pies. Coffee drinks made to order, a gallery of native art and crafts. Good restaurants, a fine marina, pickleball courts and good swimming beaches nearby, and with easy access to PV by bus, La Cruz has it all. Yoga classes, Tai Chi, dancing, goodbye parties, and an eclectic mix of quiet dogs and cats rounded out a beautiful human experience. Aruna, the proprietress, is a study in calmness, confidence, and skill in hosting guests at the Octopus Garden! I will be back next year for sure!

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Glaeshia, 14-night trip

4/10 Fair

Lovely greeting from owner upon arrival but hardly saw her again.Nice fresh air (though no glass in large bedroom window;big lovely sounding fountain, wonderful scented towels, not many bugs, large common area, fully equipped kitchen, though microwave was filthy . DO NOT EAT IN THE RESTAURANT, in the hostel. Way WAY overpriced (we would never pay this price in Canada, for the worst lasagna I’ve eaten in my life); spinach salad didn’t have much on it, tasted good, but was also way way overpriced for what it was. owner hostel highly recommended this restaurant! No mirror in bedroom; no walls in so called private bedroom, it was like office cubicles with partial walls and no ceiling. You could hear every conversation outside of the bedroom and in the kitchen. confusion of quiet times as three different times were posted and not fixed after two requests. Zero night staff. You are on your own. BLARING TV from owner’s apartment, right above the rooms, even after apology from owner and repeated the next night. TV on very late into the night. Owner has lived there for decades and didn’t even know this!Nuisance dogs in restaurant. Really stinky docile dog outside of bedrooms.

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly people and perfect place for a solo traveller on a tight budget...very old school hostel with lots of character
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

¡Una experencia unica!

Muy comodo y social para el Año Nuevo. Muy diverso de clientes en edad y circumstancias. Restaurante italiana con excelente pizza. Centro de cultura, clases, etc. Venta de cafe orgánica.
Sylvia, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

había cucarachas en la cama muy mal
ELIAS, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

ken, 4-night trip