Hostal Retorno - Reviews and Deals - Ibarra

I picked Hostal Retorno because it was recommended by Lonely Planet (LP) and because, of all the hostels listed in LP, it was closest to the ice cream shop listed in LP. Unfortunately, I was let down. Retorno catered to a more risquée niche. It had a lovely lubricant and contraception display in the front hall and condom vending machines scattered throughout. When I entered my room, I found a sign instructing me to stay in my assigned bed. Fortunately, the hostel was not very busy, and I avoided discovering what sharing a room would entail. My feeling of alarm increased when I entered the bathroom. It was very clean, but the light switch was located inside of the the shower. When I checked out the next morning, I had my last Retorno-induced laugh. The maid made the bed, but failed to change the sheets. A hostel that markets that many condoms should really have more hygienic bedding practices.