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Acuarela Hostal - Hostel

2.0 star property
Escape to a seaside paradise where every morning starts with a delicious breakfast. Relax on the sun-kissed terrace surrounded by lush gardens.

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Tucked away near Playa Blanca and Farallón Beach, Acuarela Hostal - Hostel is the perfect haven for beach lovers. Enjoy a full breakfast, indulge in a cup of coffee at the cafe, and unwind on the tranquil terrace or garden while staying connected with free WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$63
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Room options

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Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Family Room, Private Bathroom

Family Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Room with shared bathroom

Room with shared bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Rio Hato, Acuarela Hostal - Hostel is on the beach. Playa Blanca and Farallón Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include APROVACA The Orchid Center and Serpentarium. Looking to get your feet wet? Snorkelling and fishing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Rio Hato travel guide
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Map
Vía Principal de Farallón, Rio Hato, 000-000-0

What's nearby

  • E2GKAT Panama Cocle province Farallon Playa Blanca lined with palm trees over Pacific Ocean
    Farallón Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playa Blanca, Cartagena, Colombia
    Playa Blanca
    26 min drive - 12.7 km
  • La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa
    2 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Santa Clara Beach
    20 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Buenaventura Marina
    34 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark All Inclusive Resort
    16 min walk
  • Restaurante Atlantis - Royal Decameron
    14 min walk
  • Restaurante Pacifico - Royal Decameron
    12 min walk
  • Xian Restaurant
    15 min drive
  • Steakhouse
    14 min drive

About this property

Acuarela Hostal - Hostel

Hostel near Playa Blanca
Free full breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Acuarela Hostal - Hostel. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Acuarela Hostal - Hostel boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
More amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 0 metres
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 80.00 per person (one-way)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Acuarela Hostal Hostel Rio Hato
Acuarela Hostal Rio Hato
Acuarela Hostal
Acuarela Hostel Rio Hato
Acuarela Hostal - Hostel Rio Hato
Acuarela Hostal - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Acuarela Hostal - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Acuarela Hostal - Hostel?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Acuarela Hostal - Hostel on 31 Mar 2026 start from AU$63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Acuarela Hostal - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Acuarela Hostal - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM to midnight for a fee of USD 20.

What time is check-out at Acuarela Hostal - Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Acuarela Hostal - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 80.00 per person applies.

Where is Acuarela Hostal - Hostel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Rio Hato hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Farallón Beach and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Playa Blanca. La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Acuarela Hostal - Hostel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely night stay

Was a lovely lovely stay. The breakfast was excellent, and the family staff was so kind and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Property is very noisy at night, impossible to sleep from 3am during my stay because of dogs barking, chickens, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach is a short walk away, and there are restaurants nearby. We didn't have an opportunity to use the kitchen, but it was well equipt with a spacious fridge labelled for each room. The breakfast was simple but good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La atención excelente, el desayuno estaba rico.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Pour une nuit peux être, pour plus voir ailleurs

Hôtel très proche de la plage, de l'autre côté de la rue, avec accès direct. L'accueil a pas été très bien, ne trouvait pas la réservation, même avec la feuille de réservation, voulais chargé en double même si déjà payé. La chambre est une chambre 2 étoiles, c'est bien, mais la nuit est pas relaxante, les chien dans la ruelle arrière et la maison a côté on japper et hurler toute la nuit, et sur le matin ça été des pleurs d'enfants de la maison voisine pendant 1h environ. L'hôtel est situé dans un petit quartier pauvre alors il y a une grille avec un cadenas a l'entrée de l'hôtel. Pour le même prix il y a mieux ailleurs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. The staff went the extra mile.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Simpsonville, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived with our 2 sons in mid the lock down on the way back to the airport PTY. Great hosting of Orlanda. Map of expedia is not correct and need to be updated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastiskt läge med närhet till strand, mataffärer och restauranger. Trevlig personal, mysig uteplats, praktiskt utekök och mycket fågelkvitter.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Very noisy .... seem to be a little disorganised . Room was ok but everything can do with a proper cleaning
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen, Fort Collins CO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome place

We had a wonderful 2 night stay here. Everyone was very welcoming and kind. Excellent omelets for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little hostal. Hostess was very friendly and helpful. Hostal had a lot of character
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La familiaridad con que nos trataron os dueños. La limpieza del area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

LUCIA ANA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buen lugar en Farallón.

Lo mejor fueron Florencia, Marcos y Emiliano encargados del Hostal. La habitación es amplia y cómoda pero no hay agua caliente y, como los otros hostales de la zona, no tiene TV. Està en la calle principal y a metros de la playa. Hay minimercados y para comer cerca. Lo que no me gustó no tiene que ver con el hostal sino con el lugar: después de las 21 no hay donde ir a tomar ni comer nada. Está en Farallón y no en Playa Blanca.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Vincent Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simple, de base et accueillant.

Endroit simple mais très sympathique. Décoration gaie et cuisine avec l'équipement pour se faire à manger. Toutefois douche minuscule et eau froide seulement.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Simply nice.

A nice hostel. it is quite literally a 30 second walk from the beach - if you walk slowly! A nice touch having breakfast included in the morning and having use of the kitchen throughout the day - we were able to keep costs down. There's a mini supermarket, 2 doors away. We had a room with private bathroom - the bathroom could do with some maintenance. But all in all, we enjoyed our stay here. It is a backpackers hostel, not a hotel - just bear that in mind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Michel

Disliked: Room comfort

Honorable adresse en bord de mer

Attention adresse mal recensée. Cet établissement n'est pas à Malena mais 10 kms plus au Nord à Playa Reina.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Geneviève

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

IRIS

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019