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
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Free breakfast
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping (on request)
On the beach
Restaurants
Coffee shop/cafe
Airport shuttle
Area shuttle
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Snack bar/deli
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Feel at home (6)
Garden
Terrace
Laundry facilities
BBQ(s)
Free self-parking
Snack bar/deli
The current price is AU$79
AU$79
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
Room options
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Showing 5 of 5 rooms
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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom
Highlights
Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
25 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
View all photos for 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
View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm
La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Farallon Island - 12 min drive - 6.7 km
Santa Clara Beach - 13 min drive - 8.0 km
Playa Blanca - 16 min drive - 10.2 km
Getting around
Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.) - 19 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
mansa - 19 min drive
Balboa restaurant - 14 min drive
Restaurante Panama Canal - 14 min drive
Tai kai - 19 min drive
Limon Bar - 14 min drive
About this property
Acuarela Hostal - Hostel
Acuarela Hostal - Hostel offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Farallón Beach. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby snorkelling, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and full breakfast daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
4 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Free off-site parking nearby
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Off-site
Area shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Snack bar/deli
What to do
On the beach
Snorkelling nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Window screens
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Special features
Dining
On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 80.00 per person (one-way)
Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 20
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Does Acuarela Hostal - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Acuarela Hostal - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Acuarela Hostal - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Acuarela Hostal - Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Acuarela Hostal - Hostel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 80.00 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Acuarela Hostal - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Acuarela Hostal - Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as snorkelling. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Acuarela Hostal - Hostel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers international cuisine.
What's the area around Acuarela Hostal - Hostel like?
Acuarela Hostal - Hostel is a short 3-minute walk from Farallón Beach and 5 minutes' walk from La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa.
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Acuarela Hostal - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jan 2025
Lovely night stay
Was a lovely lovely stay. The breakfast was excellent, and the family staff was so kind and accommodating.
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Nov 2024
Nicholas
Nicholas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Oct 2024
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 Mar 2024
Geneviève
Geneviève, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov 2023
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Sept 2022
Victor
Victor, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2022
IRIS
IRIS, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 Apr 2021
Verified traveller
1-night trip
6/10 Good
31 Jan 2021
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jan 2021
I enjoyed my stay. The staff went the extra mile.
Richi
Richi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jan 2021
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.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Jan 2020
Fantastiskt läge med närhet till strand, mataffärer och restauranger. Trevlig personal, mysig uteplats, praktiskt utekök och mycket fågelkvitter.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
6/10 Good
21 Dec 2019
Very noisy .... seem to be a little disorganised . Room was ok but everything can do with a proper cleaning
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 July 2019
Awesome place
We had a wonderful 2 night stay here. Everyone was very welcoming and kind. Excellent omelets for breakfast.
Cathleen
Cathleen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Mar 2019
Great little hostal. Hostess was very friendly and helpful. Hostal had a lot of character
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Feb 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 Jan 2019
Tobias
Tobias, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Jan 2019
La familiaridad con que nos trataron os dueños. La limpieza del area.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 July 2018
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.
LUCIA ANA
LUCIA ANA, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 June 2018
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.
Vincent Luc
Vincent Luc, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 Feb 2018
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.
D
D, 1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Good
27 Dec 2017
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.