We're about to check out of the Posada del Maple and have really enjoyed our stay. The hostel is on a quiet street with a plethora of other hostels. It's decor is charming with ivy growing up walls, many balconies and terraces, free wifi (that we were able to access from our room), a decent breakfast, and cozy lounge areas. We'd stay longer if the prices were a little more competitive, although, they aren't terrible.

I've stayed at a lot of hostels and this one has the most "character." It is charming with indoor/outdoor areas, patios, vines, lots of sunlight, etc. The breakfast in the morning is very nice and the best free breakfast I've ever had while traveling. The 1 internet terminal is usually occupied (especially if there is a group of traveling students staying over). It is slow compared to US broadband connections but faster than dial-up. The rooms and bathrooms are average. My shower on the second floor ran hot/cold. I always buy a shared room: once I was in a room with 7 other travelers, the next time I was in a room with 4 bunk beads all to myself. I didn't go out into the neighborhood much but two locals warned me against being on the streets alone around siesta times, 2-4pm (I am female). Kitchen facilities were great and current newspapers were available. The hostel has many "nooks" where you can get some quiet/alone time as long as it isn't too full. There are two TVs in the public areas.

This is my second time in Quito, and would recommend this hostel for new travelers to the city. It is located in a safe part of Mariscal, and it is easy to catch a cab to other parts of the city. The hostel is very charming and clean, and offers a very nice included breakfast. The showers are always hot too! You can arrange to be picked up at the airport, though this service is a little expensive ($10). Cabs in Quito are cheap and this fee is a little overpriced. Also, the price listed on hostel websites is lower than what you will actually be charged (a difference of $5-10 or so).

Stayed for two nights. Staff were really helpful. Breakfast is great with REAL coffee (means alot to me). In a lively and heavily policed area with lots of good places to eat. Theres a artisan market nearby which is very touristy but has some nice things if you are buying presents. Free internet and cosy rooms. Nothing amazing but good, simple accomodation.