THIS PLACE IS AWESOME. Very clean and secure rooms. Staying here is like staying with relatives (the ones you like) more so than anything else. Wonderful vibe and great people. DELICIOUS FOOD TOO!

Nice hostel, lovely staff and it was very clean. Close to a snorkel place, you can rent gear for 5 dollars. The owner cooks dinner every night, and you can join in for 6 dollars. Has a kitchen, book exchange, swimming pool.

I cannot say enough good things about this hostel!! This is my third time staying here and I can't imagine staying anywhere else during my visits to Roatan. The owner, Mel, is one of the best hosts I have ever met. She can help you with literally anything you need on the island, recommendations of where to go (and where not to go!), car/ scooter rentals, motherly advice... you name it! She really creates a communal atmosphere at the hostel that makes you feel very content and like part of a family! The hostel itself has so many fun areas that you can hang out at. The communal kitchen area is always a good place to strike up a conversation, the lizard lounge has wonderful views of the surrounding area (and you can even see the ocean!), and I could spend my whole day hanging out at the beautiful pool! The restaurant is also absolutely delicious and affordable! 10/10 would recommend!

A deal at twice the price If you looking to dive Roatan Mel’s hostel is the place for you. What is great about Mel’s Roatan Backpackers Hostel. Firstly, Mel. It is her place and she takes care of it as such. Everything is well maintain and orderly, furthermore Mel is an excellent resource for the first time visitor to Roatan. She takes time to walk you around the property and then tells you where you can find what you need. Hungry and Lazy, the restaurant is staffed by wonderful people that put obvious care into every dish. If found the meatball appetizer particularly good. Hungry and like some time in the kitchen, must walk down to the store which less than 7 minute stroll, and use the communal kitchen to make whatever you want. I ran into some great people and several nights, we all cooked and ate together. Want to sit by the pool and read a book, Mel’s place has that as well. It is a medium sized pool, perfect for cooling of in the heat of the day. I stayed for 10 days after originally booking for 7, I would have stayed longer; but I had to wander on down the road. I paid less than $20 a night, for small private room with my own bathroom. Want a little more space, Mel’s has that. Want to save a little more to spend on diving, you can stay in one of the dorm rooms. I hope you treat yourself to sometime at Mel’s and make as many new friends as I did.

Roatan Backpackers is a lovely place to stay on Roatan. You can tell that Mel really cares about her hostel and has spent a lot of time adding things and making it feel like a home away from home. Before I arrived Mel sent an email with lots of great information, including a guide with local info and things to do on Roatan. I stayed in a private room with a bathroom which was very comfortable and clean. The shared space was great, with a kitchen and pool, which was super refreshing on a hot day! There’s a restaurant on site if you want something easy and tasty to eat without having to cook or go out. There’s a big grocery store only a block away which is very convenient to buy food to make in the kitchen. The beach is a short 5 min walk away and there is really nice snorkeling right from the beach. It’s also an easy quick ride into West End if you want more bars, restaurants, and beaches. I really enjoyed my stay and Mel’s hospitality. I will definitely be back if I come back to Roatan. Thank you Mel and team!

(Translated by Google) A clean, friendly and still affordable place for those who do not want to invest so much in a hotel. (Original) Un lugar limpio, Amigable y aún costó realmente accesible para los que no quieren invertir tanto en un hotel.

(Translated by Google) The best thing about this place is the attention! Mel was lovely, she gave us all the tips to do our activities and always willing to help. They offer transportation services, arman tours, restaurant, shared kitchen, swimming pool, free WiFi, laundry, different types of rooms. The lodging very clean and organized, quite committed to the environment. (Original) ¡Lo mejor de este lugar es la atención! Mel fue encantadora, nos dio todos los tips para hacer nuestras actividades y siempre dispuesta a ayudar. Ofrecen servicios de transporte, arman tours, restaurante, cocina compartida, piscina, WiFi gratis, lavandería, diferentes tipos de habitaciones. El hospedaje muy limpio y organizado, bastante comprometido con el medio ambiente.

I had a wonderful week-long stay at Roatan Backpackers and I highly recommend it! There is a lot to know about how things work on the island, and Mel (the owner) is so great at welcoming and orienting guests to the local area. She had detailed instructions for every single activity that my friend and I wanted to do! Just a short taxi ride to dive shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants in the West End. Great accommodations and a lovely pool, which is awesome for cooling off from the tropical heat.

Best hostel in Roatan!!!

First visit to Roatan and I'm returning next month! The Hostel is amazing, close to everything and a beach is nearby anywhere on the Island. Cecelia is a great host and it seems that this Hostel attracts the coolest people around. If your an all inclusive person it may not be for you, but if your looking for a real adventure then book with them right away! You can visit this place 2-3 times a year for the same price as a 1 week all inclusive! :)

Stayed here for too long but was with girlfriend who couldn't afford a nicer place (no longer my gf)..dump with small stuffy rooms, bugs, bad showers, cold and green pool, smokers right next to kitchen and at the only table, loud drunk guests, mosquitoes and old tattered linens!? 👎 Other options in Roatan...don't stay here. 🤬 Update: no improvements..still a sad/bad hostel. 😖 None of the 3,4 or 5 star reviews are accurate or honest - owner aggressively asks all her friends to post great reviews but don’t believe them. Rating this place 3,4 or stars is like calling Motel 6 a 5 star hotel!? 🤣 Be sure to read Barbara ‘s review…now that is 💯% true and accurate. All the owner does is come up with excuses, never fixing anything. Look at the bad reviews…there is the truth. 😇 Update Dec. 13, 2023…she still can’t tell the truth and continues to have sad excuses…read the bad reviews and believe them. 🧐

My wife and I love staying in hostels, for the informal atmosphere and the fun of meeting fellow travellers from all around the world - we actually met in a hostel 8 years ago! For our week-long trip to Roatan, we needed a base of operations from which to explore the island, scuba dive, snorkel and relax. Roatan Backpackers' Hostel proved the perfect spot. We decided to stay in one of the hostel's self-catered apartments, which meant we had two bedrooms (one of which we filled with luggage and diving/snorkelling gear), a cute little kitchen and our own bathroom. The king-size double bed was comfier than our bed at home, and we had a big balcony/porch, equipped with a hammock and overlooking the pool. The hostel also has smaller suites and dorms, but as a couple travelling with a bunch of luggage (rather than backpacks) the extra space was perfect. We met a bunch of awesome people also staying in the hostel, several of whom we ended up exploring the island and scuba diving with. Everyone was friendly, relaxed and had interesting stories to share. The hostel has some great common areas, including a pool, sun-loungers and a little restaurant, so it's easy to meet other guests. We were fortunate to be around for the hostel's awesome birthday party, featuring a live reggae band, and the guests and hosts often go out together for drinks and dancing. The hostel has deals negotiated with some local businesses, including a big discount at Octopus Dive School for guests. We've stayed in a lot of hostels over the years, and the thing that makes Roatan Backpackers' stand out to us was our fantastic host, Mel. From the moment we booked, Mel went out of her way to help us out, from arranging a driver to pick us up from the airport to hooking us up with a rental car to explore the island. With Mel's help we quickly got to know how Roatan works, and it was great to know we had someone to ask silly questions about things like transportation, banks and activities. On the last day we found ourselves short on cash (ATMs are in scarce supply on Roatan) and she was even kind enough to give us a free ride to the airport!!

We had a great stay at the Roatan Backpackers. We stayed in the casita with a kitchen, lounge area, patio, and two bedrooms. Our main bedroom was spacious with really comfortable beds and bedside lamps, which I always appreciate. The pool was perfect for a cool down when the heat got too muc and it's a great place to meet fellow travellers. Actually, what I like most about this backpackers is that it's social during the day but everything quietens down by 10pm/11pm so you can also enjoy a good night's sleep. Mel was great too, and provided us with lots of useful tips and recommendations. Plus, you can rent good quality snorkel gear and walk to the local beach and swim to the reef where you can see all sorts of fish, and turtles (if you're lucky like us!). Plys, there's a supermarket next door which makes self-catering really easy. All in all, I highly recommend this hostel.

I had a wonderful time at Roatan backpackers hostel, the place is peaceful, close to everything, loved the pool and the ambiant. Mel and her team we reallly friendly and helpful. I def recommend it specially if you are looking for an authentic trip on the island !

(Translated by Google) I spent 3 nights at Roatan Backpackers. All in all, it is a nice facility, but some little things bothered me a lot. The kitchen was almost always crowded and is only very small for the many guests. The owner charges $ 15 to pick up from the ferry, the bus is $ 3, rip off for me. The internet wasn't very fast and the bathroom wasn't clean. I would rate the situation as mediocre. All in all: okey, but there are places on Roatan that are cheaper, nicer and more comfortable. (Original) Ich verbrachte 3 Nächte im Roatan Backpackers verbraucht. Es ist zwar alles in allem eine schöne Anlage trotzdem störten mich einige Kleinigkeiten doch sehr. Die Küche war fast immer überlaufen und ist auch nur sehr klein für die vielen Gäste. Die Besitzerin verlangt 15$ fürs abholen von der Fähre, der Bus ist 3$, für mich abzocke. Das Internet war nicht sehr schnell und das Badezimmer nicht sauber. Die Lage würde ich als mittelmäßig einschätzen. Alles in allem: okey, aber es gibt Orte auf Roatan die günstiger, schöner und gemütlicher sind.

(Translated by Google) Economical, simple and clean. Located a few steps from the road to Sandy Bay, the weather is quite cool and with the fan and windows open it is not necessary A / C also has a pool. He eats very rich in his kitchen. (Original) Económico, sencillo y limpio. Localizado a pocos pasos de la carretera de Sandy Bay, el clima es bastante fresco y con el ventilador y las ventanas abiertas no es necesario A/C además tiene piscina. Se come muy rico en su cocina.

Always enjoy staying here. Mel is great. Its clean and you meet all kinds of people.

A classic backpackers hostel. Mel’s place is a great spot to base yourself for a few days (or longer!). The atmosphere is social and it’s easy to meet fellow travelers. The grounds are well maintained and rooms are delightfully unique. You can base yourself for dives here, too (they’ve got the hookup for discounts at local dive shops). The pool is the best part and is cool and relaxing after being out in the humid Honduran air for a few hours. Will be back!

Service was good. A nice balance between social connection and being able to get a good night's rest. Overall, clean and well-organized. Wifi in a few of the rooms is very weak or non-existent, but that wasn't a real issue for me. They rent scooters and a car right on the property for a reasonable price. I think locking the gate and giving the residents the code during the night might be a good idea as it felt a little odd that the property was open 24/7, but that said, I never felt unsafe there. I would recommend this hostel without reservation and will be back

Mel’s hostel is a great place to base yourself when visiting Roatan. The grounds are beautiful and the pool, which is cleaned and chemical checked daily, is an added bonus. It’s really easy to travel around from the hostel plus scooter and car hire are also available onsite. The snorkelling around the reef is fantastic and so easy to walk to the beach and just swim out. We were in the water almost every day. Scuba diving is good too and again easy to get to from the hostel. Mel is really easygoing and full of local knowledge and her staff are super friendly and approachable. Bandit the dog is so cute and smart. He’s only 7 months old so still a bit mischievous but we loved having him around. Would definitely recommend you book a room here at the hostel.

A really nice place to stay and a good way to meet new people every day while having a private space when needed! The commune areas are diverse and I really liked the lizard lounge where there is a wonderful view (and sunset) or the pool. This is a really convenient place to stay with a grocery store really close and a realy good snorkeling spot (Spooky Channel) 15 min walk away from the hostel. + the cat is lovely I would definitely recommend this hostel !

I had a great stay at Roatan Backpacker Hostel! It felt very homey. I really appreciated all the useful information Mel gave about the island. She is a real wealth of knowledge. I really respect the way she manages the hostel and wouldn't hesitate to stay during my next visit. Thank you again for a great visit!

Great hostel from which to explore Roatan. Good common areas and pool for people to congregate around which makes it easier to make friends. The owner Mel is awesome and really helpful! She has great advice and recommendations. Will be back one day!

This is the best place to stay in Roatan. The Hostel has everything you need to relax, rest, and make new friends. Wonderful swimming pool, a Coffee shop, a shared kitchen with everything to cook, hammocks everywhere, and spaces to work, to chill. I stayed in a small private room and was perfect. Enough space, a small secretary, places to hang my clothes, a hammock and a table and chair just in front of my room. Quite and perfect. The area it’s safe, close to the sea and you have a supermarket, a fruit store and few local places to eat just in the corner. I loved my stay and only can highly recommend it.

Nice, clean, affordable option in Roatan! Nice laid back vibe and everyone was really friendly and welcoming. Mel and the other staff members were so helpful giving us tons of tips and recommendations for the area, especially when it came to booking our covid tests. The pool area and lookout was definitely a highlight!

Mel is a very nice host! Good communication at first, then she helped us for rent a car/scooter, sight seeing, changing room. She is very accomodate person! The place is a very nice hostel, good food, clean pool, nice commun area! Thanks for everything!:)

Owner Mel is an incredibly friendly and welcoming person, and she is one of the main reasons people love this place. The rooms are basic and have everything you need, the pool is a great alternative to the beach on lazy days. I met some really nice people there and fully recommend this place.

One of the coolest and true hostel experiences! I started with 2 days and came back for 2 weeks. Great base for divers and close to cheap local food, grocery store, laundry services, and the Sandy's Bay Beach. They have an affordable restaurant on site and a large communal kitchen. The owner Mel has snorkling, scooters, and even car rentals to make things easy. There are many room options, so you can find the perfect room to relax. Plus you'll make friends and feel part of the family!!

I stayed at the Roatan Backpacker’s hostel for two weeks and absolutely loved my time there. The rooms were nice and the staff was very accommodating. The vibe at the hostel is very social and because of that I made friends for life there. Mel, the hostel’s owner, is an absolute gem. She made us all feel at home as soon as we arrived and even helped us plan some of our Roatan adventures. I would definitely recommend staying here to my friends and family!

I stayed at the hostel for just over a week and it was such a lovely experience. The vibe is super laid back and friendly; you really feel at home. Mel (the owner) is so warm and kind -- you can see and feel how much she cares about the hostel and about making sure each guest has a good experience in Roatan. The location is super, and Mel's recommendations for fun activities, nightlife, and food were 👌. Had a really wonderful time and definitely recommend!

Absolutely loved staying at Roatan backpackers! The owner Mel was so lovely and welcoming! Gave us so many good tips and tricks to being on the island! It’s ideally located like a 20 minute cab from the west end and there’s also a cool bar and a grocery store right near by! The beds were comfy and I slept so soundly! The area is so nice and quiet after being in a big city! The pool is so nice on a hot day and there’s even a waterfall and amazing look out spot at the very top of the hostel! I loved it there! Wish I could have stayed longer! And the hostel pup and kitty are so cute and friendly!

My friend and I had a great time staying at Roatan Backpackers. Mel, Nikki, and the staff made sure to know the faces and names of all the guest. They frequently interacted with guest, creating a very relaxed, homey vibe. The hostel seemed to be well staffed and organized. We stayed in a 2 bed, private room. The beds were comfortable with fluffy pillows and the room was clean with new sheets. The kitchen was cleaned every morning by staff. I understand why guest would choose to stay there as volunteers.

I stayed at Roatan backpackers hostel for about two months and had a great time! The staff are all super friendly and helpful with good knowledge of the island, the hostel was kept clean my entire stay, and the online description matched it perfectly! It’s located in sandy bay which is the perfect location if you’re looking for a more quite and secluded area, but it’s not too far from all the fun touristy things that people love to do. For example it’s only a 10 minute taxi to west end for only $2.00 and it’s only a 5 minute walk away from the beach! The hostel its self has a cute and cozy aesthetic which makes it the perfect place for socializing! It also has many social areas such as the pool, lizard lounge, fire pit, restaurant, and communal kitchen. While staying at the hostel you also get access to exclusive deals and discounts on activities. All in all Ive had a five star experience and would definitely recommend this place as a nice and affordable place to stay!

I loved my stay at Roatan Backpackers Hostel. Mel, the owner, is awesome - she has a wealth of information about Roatan - diving, sightseeing, transportation and restaurants. I stayed in private room Cando Jr 2, which was located in the back corner and quiet. Hostel has a kitchen as well as a separate restaurant. The hostel also has several areas to hang out / relax - upfront by the kitchen, upstairs and by the pool. Thank you again Mel!!!

Mel's backpackers hostel is a beautiful little oasis located near the beaches of Sandy Bay! Mel was absolutely great and helped with any questions we had about the island. The staff is wonderful and the people you meet here are amazing! It has everything you need in a hostel; pool, hammocks, communal kitchen/hangout, and a huge grocery store near by. Thanks once again for everything Mel, you really are a gem of a person!

I highly recommend this little jewel of a hostel in Sandy Bay Roatan. The rooms were clean and fans at each bed was supplied. The kitchen was good and the outdoor dining a little oasis, shaded and cozy. The best part of my days here were the escape into the cool refreshing pool also shaded for a few hours. Also as many before me I feel I must mention the helpful and professional staff who help ease the stress of travel. Kudos to Mel who always goes above and beyond to give us a memorable time. Also thanks to Nicki and Trish and Isobel for your smiles and chats !

The Roatan Backpacker Hostel is a great, affordable place to stay! I enjoyed being away from West End's busy touristy area but being able to get there with a quick bus/cab ride. The hostel itself was a gem, my favourite part being the lizard lounge where I'd go every afternoon to read. Mel was also super great and provided a lot of recommendations! I would definitely go back.

(Translated by Google) Excellent (Original) Excelente

I absolutely love this place. Mel (The owner) has a way of making this place feel more like a family home with rotating members. The place itself is awesome. Mel has a bunch of little touches around the place that makes it feel very homey. I guarantee you'll have a tough time leaving.

Fantastic hostel. Mel is the perfect host. She gave us tons of information, provided fun day trips, saved us lots of money through her advice and affordable housing and has a nice property with pool and shared kitchen. The location is close to the west end and very close to Sandy Bay beach for a beautiful snorkel. I would certainly stay here again!!!

I would not recommend

Nice relaxing hostel. Has a cool and friendly vibe, and is only a short and affordable bus ride away from West End or coxen hole. It also has a communal kitchen to cook in, restaurant and picturesque pool. Also, the beach across the road is really good for having a quiet beer at sunset. Mel is really helpful and has a wealth of knowledge on what to do in Roatan.

Everything I could have hoped for - friendly, clean, and quiet. Mel is amazing - she gives you a tour of the place then tells you everything you need to know about the island. She even gave me a free room upgrade because of some booking confusion. Solid WiFi as well. Highly recommend.

Great value! Friendly staff. Keep in mind it's a hostel not a resort. Small restaurant on site. Pool was nice. Courtyard was relaxing. It's just a block off the main road. Rooms are safe to leave your things in. Safe area to walk around in. Easy to catch a cab or bus from the main road. Only 3 of the rentals have air conditioning option ( I recommend it) Owner lives on site is is very attentive to your needs and questions.

Tranquil stay for a moved night !

(Translated by Google) I was in 2018 with my partner and the experience was unforgettable, it is a good place, accessible in economic terms and the best, the attention of Mel who is also a great person and tour guide. Greetings from Colombia, Cali. (Original) Estuve en 2018 con mi pareja y fue inolvidable la experiencia, es un buen lugar, accesible en términos económicos y lo mejor, la atención de Mel quien además es una gran persona y guía turística. Saludos desde Colombia, Cali.

Great! Staff are very kind and helpful. Kitchen facilities are pretty good and the place generally has a good vibe !

lovely place

(Translated by Google) The best staff and garden. The shared kitchen was very dangerous, with the rusty fires. Zero cleaning, because everything is very old and in poor condition. Bedroom furniture, toilet lid, disgusting. The truth is that it's a shame that they don't invest anything (Original) Lo mejor el staff y el jardin. La cocina compartida estaba muy peligrosa, con los fuegos oxidados. Cero limpieza, porque todo esta viejisimo y mal estado. Los muebles de los dormitorios, tapa de wc, un asco. La verdad, que es una pena que no inviertan nada

Great place! Nice quite place and friendly staff and a pool. What more could you want!

Amazing place. Clean and well kept. Beautiful pool and on an oasis of an island witn incredible beaches and reefs. Very fairly priced and I will return as soon as possible!

Super economic and felt like home with everything you are looking for a short or long stay

(Translated by Google) Owner is kind and cospa is recommended well, but flight of transportation is worst, so you have to use taxi or shared bus. (Original) オーナーも親切でコスパも良くオススメだが交通の便は最悪なのでタクシーか乗り合いバスを使わないといけない。

Awesome place. Great people

This was a great place for the 3 of us to stay. Mel does a great job!

(Translated by Google) Great ! The manager is very accommodating and full of good advice, we had a wonderful weekend in Roatan. A hostel at low price and high quality ... thank you for your welcome and thank you for the setting (Original) Super ! La gérante est tres arrangeante et pleine de bons conseils, on a passé un week end merveilleux à Roatan. Un hostel à petit prix et à grande qualité... merci pour votre accueil et merci pour le cadre😍

Such a wonderful place to stay. Everyone is incredibly friendly and Mel does an excellent job of making every guest feel welcome. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a relaxing place to stay.

Wow, what a wonderful place! My boyfriend and I stayed here for 1 month. Mel is so lovely and awesome and she did everything she could to make us feel comfortable. The kitchen is nice and big, there are lots of nice places to hangout and the pool is always refreshing. She has 2 sweet dogs and a very nice family. If we ever return to Roatan, we will be staying here ❤️

Great atmosphere, awesome pool, clean rooms, clean bathrooms, great breakfast for purchase, great shared kitchen, easy to get to from coxen hole or west end/west bay, highly recommended, i will return

It was okey

Perfect place at the perfect price. Relatively close to west end and so its just a short taxi ride away. Good kitchen and rooms. Gets hot so there are individual fans on each bed which is amazing. Everything is super clean and there are allergy covers on the mattress. beautiful pool as well. loved it

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful experience (Original) Muy hermosa esperiencia

Beautiful place, very friendly people!

Best place in Roatan! Tranquil Sandy bay area

(Translated by Google) Excellent clean good attention my 4 days were unforgettable and the beautiful island, we will return to the backpackers is safe !!! (Original) Excelente limpio buena atencion mis 4 dias fueron inolvidables y la isla preciosa, volveremos al backpackers es seguro!!!

Hello and good day..im giving this hostel five stars..i have stayed in many places but rarely do i find a spot that feels like home..its a warm welcoming atmosphere and a clean enviroment..Mel and her boys live here and interact with guests making you feel as though you've waken up at a relatives house..the kitchen is great and her restaraunt was very good and very cost effective..yes!! I would stay here again and probably will.. Check it out..its a good safe place..

Nice

May seem cheap but actually over priced for the amenities relative to what you can get in better areas of the island.