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CIW Hostel

1.0 star property
Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Lobby lounge
Lobby sitting area
Interior
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Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Centro Internacional de Windsurfing s/n, Pozo Izquierdo, Santa Lucia, Gran Canaria, 35119
  • Playa de la Arena
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Playa de Pozo Izquierdo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Playa de Arinaga
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Las Palmas (LPA-Gran Canaria)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Santa Lucia

CIW Hostel places you next to Playa de la Arena and Playa de Pozo Izquierdo. This 23-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Playa de la Arena - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Playa de Pozo Izquierdo - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Playa de Arinaga - 12 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • San Agustin Beach - 15 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Yumbo Shopping Center - 20 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pasteleria Yeray Reyes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizzería Lovali - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante el Viento - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Asadero de Pollos el Ficus - ‬8 min drive

About this property

CIW Hostel

Beachfront, with outdoor pool
Guests of CIW Hostel enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a library. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an area shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with access to locker space, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hostel include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Dining areas and microwaves are other standard amenities. Bathrooms are shared; limited housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 1 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

CIW Hostel Santa Lucia
CIW Hostel
CIW Santa Lucia
CIW Hostel Santa Lucia, Spain - Gran Canaria
CIW Hostel Santa Lucia
CIW Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
CIW Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Santa Lucia

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of CIW Hostel?

This hostel is located in Santa Lucia and just steps from Playa de la Arena and Playa de Pozo Izquierdo. Bahía de Formas is also within a driving distance of 4.6 mi.

Will I be able to park at CIW Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does CIW Hostel include a casino at the property?

No, CIW Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at CIW Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

Is CIW Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

At this beachfront hostel, couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a terrace plus some rooms include ocean views.

Does CIW Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does CIW Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, CIW Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does CIW Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at CIW Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at CIW Hostel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to CIW Hostel?

The closest major airport to CIW Hostel is Gran Canaria Airport (LPA), which is 10.2 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at CIW Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at CIW Hostel.

CIW Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was very cold as surrounded

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tiago, Worcester UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleaningness of the bedrooms and bedding. The staff was ever so friendly. It's so quiet there in low season. I fall asleep listening to the waves every night. The swimming pool is amazing. Kitchen facilities that you can't fault.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place with windsurfing shops nearby

The common areas are extremely spacious and sparkling. The rooms can be a bit tight because of the number of beds they try to fit in there (5 bunks). I received great service, although the ladies at the desk did not really have any suggestions on food for the nearby area. However, my only roommate who was a Hungarian lady complained to me about their service (she had a last minute dilemma), so I'm not sure whether to trust her stories. The 4 euros for linens is ok; they are clean and so is the room. All the facilities are pretty much in excellent shape, but just don't expect to book windsurfing here despite the name; they don't do that here, or at least not anymore. The location is somewhat remote; it's in a town off the highway but getting to the hostel will take some work or walk if you did not rent a car (if you did, plenty of parking space no worries--I even practiced/learned how to drive manual here! on my own) but you trade that for the peace, quiet, and seaside. Wifi is pretty good! All in all, even though you can surely find hostels cheaper in the main city Las Palmas, I think this is a recommendable place for travelers like me who enjoy the countryside and tranquility.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Kalle, Vihti, Finland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close the sea ans calmly place. Not long way to south, west or north ;)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ms L Middleton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My trip

Amazing resort right on the beach although remote, only 20mins from airport. Very peaceful and quiet, really clean with all new kitchen utilities. Excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Simple, good value for the price

+nice big rooms +nice view +good value for the Money +next to the ocean -Showers are cold -Common kitchen dirty -No private bathroom

8/10 Good

Elinor, Sweden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

very good but hard to get around without car

Very satisfied. Only bad thing I can think of is that there were too few outlets in the dorm bedrooms.

10/10 Excellent

lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

on the beach great for wind surfing or even just w

enjoy stay spacious place stay we friendly

8/10 Good

Paul G, boothbay Harbor ,ME

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great for windsurfers and lovers of surf

I loved it because the Price Is Right I had the use of a kitchen and I could listen to the surf all night long. Almost all the other guests were hardcore windsurfers. Good people

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

A inexpensive option

A 2 week stay in a fairly peaceful place. I would say the other guests were the most annoying part of the trip. I have a 10 bed common room with several loud snoring people.

8/10 Good

Haley, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great hostel but paper thin walls

Great location, really lovely staff, bright and comfy rooms. We stayed in the centre of the hostel just off the main stairwell so the paper thin walls meant we could hear everything. Perhaps it's better in one of the far corners. Other than that a great stay.

8/10 Good

Nick, Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Great cheap hostel

This place was great if you know what you're getting. This is a hostel, you're sharing a room with others. The town of Pozo Izquierdo does not have a lot going on except the surfing companies. You can learn to surf, windsurf or kitesurf all only a very short walk away. The bus system is plenty adequate for heading in to Vecindario, or you can go for a long walk. Some of the staff were fluent in english, but not all. Communication should not be a problem though, especially if you have at least some broken spanish. The hotel facilities are decent enough. It had a well kept pool and shared kitchenette as well as a couple lounge rooms. The plumbing did leave something to be desired though. The toilets were dated and the showers only had handheld shower heads with no overhead hooks. I would definitely stay again, especially for a multiday windsurfing vacation.

4/10 Poor

Carlos

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sympa échange avec d’autres personnes, ms on ns a volé des produits alimentaires donc dommage
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

einar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hostel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Propre dommage pour le matelas

Très bon check-in et très propre. Dommage que la piscine ne soit pas propre et que le matelas ne soit pas du tout confortable (chambre individuelle)
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Raphael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très bien pour dormir si on a une voiture.

Auberge très propre et calme, grande chambre confortable avec vue sur mer. L'environnement n'est pas exceptionnel et peut être problématique en absence de moyen de locomotion. Pas de petits déjeuners proposés dans l'auberge. Situation assez central dans l'ile mais il faut une voiture.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Orlandina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

ENHORABUENA!

Maravilloso lugar, todo lo que le pediste a Dios y un poco más para pasar unas vacaciones, personal atento, espacio limpio, y todos respetan la ley del silencio ... ¡Enhorabuena!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Varese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Posizionato sulla spiaggia pulizia e personale eccellente. Da rivedere il marerasso.Tornerò sicuramente. Consigliato.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superbe auberge de jeunesse. Parfait pour de départ pour visiter toute l’ile et sortir à Maspalomas le soir, piscine superbe, personnel charmant, et surtout propreté impeccable!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

LMC, Nantes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent hotel. propre et agreable. le lieu est un peu isolé. a conseiller
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018