My friend and I stayed for a couple nights in a 4 bed dorm at Mama Simona's and loved it! And my friend is typically more the boutique hostel type (think Selina's). Mama Simona's is one of those rare accommodations where it is actually nicer in person than in the online photos. The dorm was bigger and cosier then it looked online, and the common area as well had a cozy, living room feel with lamps at night to give it nice, soft lighting. The kitchen is large, clean, and an inviting space in which to cook. Fernando, the owner/manager, is so lovely and helpful. And he has thought of everything in creating this hostel/B&B! There is free drinking water, bug repellent, umbrellas, and walking sticks for use. There is a little 'shop' with drinks, ramen noodles, snacks for reasonable prices. There are decks of cards, board games, and even a guitar. The bathrooms have shelves to put your toiletries on, as well as hooks, shower gel, soap, a bath towel, and even a hand towel (I have been backpacking for 4 months and this is one of the only places that provided a hand towel). The dorm room also had a full length mirror -- a rarity in most places you stay! In addition to lockers in the rooms, there are large lockers in the main area where you can store your bag for the day/night (for free) which is also a nice plus -- usually hostels have a storage room that still leaves your bag a bit at risk. The setting is also fantastic. Surrounded by trees and the river, but with a quick 10 min walk and you are in town. Finally, the price is extremely reasonable. I did a lot of research of accommodations options in Ollantaytambo and 100% made the right choice: can't beat the value for money. Definitely stay here!
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