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Melao Lodge - Hostel

1.0 star property

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Aerial view
Lobby sitting area
Point of interest
Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
75 Calle Betances. Esquina Igaravidez, Vega Baja, PR, 00693
  • Balneario Puerto Nuevo
    7 min drive
  • Parque Nacional Balenario Cerro Gordo
    10 min drive
  • Dorado Beach
    20 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    49 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Classic Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, towels

Comfort Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Classic Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, towels

Comfort Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Townhome, Multiple Bedrooms, Balcony, City View | Living area | IPod dock, offices

Family Townhome, Multiple Bedrooms, Balcony, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 16
  • 5 Double Bunk Beds and 5 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Vega Baja

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.
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What's nearby

  • Balneario Puerto Nuevo - 7 min drive
  • Parque Nacional Balenario Cerro Gordo - 10 min drive
  • Dorado Del Mar - 18 min drive
  • Dorado Beach - 20 min drive
  • Playa Mar Chiquita - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nutritional Spot Herbalife - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mi Viejo Café, Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Corre Caminos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Melao Lodge - Hostel

Art Deco hostel with a rooftop terrace and an outdoor pool
Melao Lodge - Hostel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have 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. Business-friendly amenities include offices, desks, and desk chairs.

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 11 individually decorated guestrooms, 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 features at this Art Deco hostel include complimentary wireless internet access and bike storage.
Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle storage
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Office
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming 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

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 9 percent tourism fee will be charged
  • Cleaning fee: USD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35 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.

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
Property Registration Number 225985

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
24-hour pool access
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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

Melao Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

fred

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Melao Lodge is a state of the art property. Ultra modern and spotlessly clean. Very pleased with my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was great! Beautiful and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mildred, Orlando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is modern and extremely spacious in the common areas.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a pleasant stay. I rented for one day and the place was squeaky clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
That we didn’t stay longer. But we will be back. Locals on the island loving the beach Playa Porta Nueva
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor, NEW YORK

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time staying at Melao Lodge. Heriberto was extremely friendly and one of the best hosts I had so far! You can park the car in a gated area in front of the place. All in all great. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Paul, HOMER

Traveled with family
Very clean and newly renovated. Not the greatest of neighborhoods but was ok. Host spoke some English but not much.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Free washer and dryer honestly helps out after being in the road for a while
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lymaries, New Britain

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful, clean and amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Heriberto was very courteous and available at all times. Certainly will stay again and recommend this place .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
100% Recommended
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wirna J

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service by owners!!. Really comfortable apartment and easy access to main road. I definitely recommend it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carmen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yahaira

Liked: Amenities
The owner or the person who helped us is very nice and gentle, one of my best experiences
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM, Tampa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me encanta este lugar, esta bueno el precio. Good price, clean new place.

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice place to be and its about 7 minutes driving from Marbella Beach. It has an excellent service. Mr. Mendez was outstanding. Plase consider to put little trash can in every room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM, Tampa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Me encanto este lugar, definitivamente me quedo otra vez !!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024