Loved this place! Great rooms, great security, free high speed internet, kitchen facilities to cook your own meals, pristine bathrooms and on top of that you have fabulous staff who are so helpful and willing to organise everything you need. Its in a great location just out of the city centre in funky Bellavista but within easy walking distance to... more

The atmosphere at La Chimba was brilliant - the staff were so friendly and helpful and I think this affected all the other guests I met who were also great - we swapped stories, experiences and advice of our travels. The breakfast is one of the better ones I've had in South America and the kitchen is well equipped as... more

Very cold during the winter. no heating at all. DON'T COME IN WINTER!!!! more

Very nice Hostel, friendly staff, fluent english. Excellent location in a safe neighborhood and close to metro station. A suggestion: Please, you should not allow to smoke in close areas, specially in the lounge area. The shower needs improvement...looks messy although it's always clean. more

La Chimba is one of the best run hostels I've ever stayed at in all of my travels! The people that work there are so friendly and helpful. Their English is perfect! There is a large kitchen for cooking and in case you want a restaurant reccommendation, there is a long list by price and type of food hanging on... more