The Corner Hostel
Hostel in Rio Hato
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this hostel
Set in Playa Blanca, a few steps from Farallon Beach, The Corner Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Beachfront or waterfront
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Rio Hato
Nearby attractions
Available Rooms
1 Double • 139 ft²
Sleeps 2
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1 Double • 172 ft²
Sleeps 3
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2 Bunk • 193 ft²
Sleeps 5
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1 Double • 139 ft²
Sleeps 2
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9 Bunk • 193 ft²
Sleeps 9
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Ratings and reviews
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10.0 / 10.0
Está muy cerca de la playa, las instalaciones están limpias y muy acogedor, la atención brindada por todos es excelente, te sientes muy a gusto y con ganas de volver 100% recomendado
Nada
6.0 / 10.0
Wir haben uns sehr willkommen gefühlt. Paola, eine Volunteerin, war super freundlich und es gab gutes Frühstück im hübschen Außenbereich.
Es war wirklich sehr Basic und vom Preis-Leistungsverhältnis zu teuer.
9.0 / 10.0
La cercanía a la playa
9.0 / 10.0
Es bastante grande a comparación con otros hostales, lo cual es bueno para mi en lo personal,
Muy cerca a la playa, muy segura el área,se respira mucha calma y tranquilidad, tiene tiendas muy cerca
La piscina un poco sucia
Pero nada q sea grave
10.0 / 10.0
The reception guys were really pleasant. I was informed about everything. And the breakfast was just marvelous!
10.0 / 10.0
The people were very nice and let us do things like hang our clothes and use the fridge. The rooms were very clean and tidy and the food was DELICIOUS.
There were a lot of birds to watch and everyone knew where everything was to help us get to the beach and find a nice pizzeria called Mia Beach.
The pizzeria had live musicians playing songs, and the pizzas are big so they are enough to fill you.
5.0 / 10.0
Clean , quiete , nice pool . The guy from Texas who worked at reception was excellent .
No one else there seemed to be working there or were owners . People coming and going but not friendly .
7.0 / 10.0
room and the staff that received us
bathroom smelly
9.0 / 10.0
well located in the quiet area. really helpful staff and good quality room
9.0 / 10.0
they offer you a nice secure, parking, and a secure place to stay at night. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. They offered a very nice breakfast and local food was within walking distances and so is the beach.
The only negative thing that I could find was my room had a window which I left opened all night, and in the early morning you could hear the dogs and the roosters
10.0 / 10.0
That was the secound time I stayed at this hostel, and it was as nice as it was last year :) One of the best hostel I have ever stayed. The staff is very kind and helpful, beds are comfortable, kitchen is big, there is a nice social area, the beach is close, and there is hot water at the shower :) This hostel has a good vibes :) Very good place!
8.0 / 10.0
breakfast was amazing and the staff was very nice and welcoming! the place has a good vibe and is close to the beach. walking distance
the bed was too tough. the shower, didn’t have much pressure
8.0 / 10.0
The hostel is in a good location, the staff is very friendly and nice (specially the guy on the reception, and girl from South Africa)
The breakfast is very tasty. We stayed in a private room with a bathroom, it is very tidy and has a private terrace.
The complaint is the stairs to the room, which are very high and spiral and difficult to climb.
there is no locking option on the balcony door.
At night there is no one at the reception, so it was very loud until 03 in the morning, but it is a hostel, so such things are expected..
7.0 / 10.0
close to beach and airport
all good
7.0 / 10.0
Second time staying, beds are by far the most comfortable I've stayed in while travelling. Breakfast was nice, and location is great!
I did not feel we received value for the price. Paid more this stay than last time and the room this time the room and bathroom were not nearly as nice and didn't have a view. Pool didn't look clean.. it was just after Carnivale but for the price we paid, I expect better conditions.
8.0 / 10.0
Spiral staircase to my room was a little tough to navigate
10.0 / 10.0
Quiet, clean, super close to the beach, market, and restaurants! Our room had a view of the ocean and it was a perfect place to watch the sunset. Breakfast in the morning was simple and delicious. Staff all very friendly and approachable. Oh and the bed was SO comfortable, I was very impressed.
The spiral staircase going up to the room is not built for tall people 🙈
10.0 / 10.0
wonderful people and property is beautiful!
10.0 / 10.0
the people and the location!!
10.0 / 10.0
The hostel is very large and comfortable. The owner and staff are very helpful, pleasant, and friendly.
The assortment of very well-behaved animals - several dogs and 2 cats - add to the great experience I had as a guest.
The dorm room was large with a private bath and great air conditioning.
As almost everyone has commented, the free breakfasts are delicious and large - significantly better than any other free breakfasts I have received - thus far - during my travels in Panama.
Great location - less than 1/ 2 block to the beach and several very good restaurants.The mini-market is just across the street which also is a bus pickup and drop off stop.
Highly recommended hostel!
The used bed linens on the beside me were not changed the day the guest left. Shower water could be a little warmer. The sink temperature was a little warmer than the shower.
I had brought the remainder of a delicious pizza which I had for dinner from Mia Playa - check their reviews - back to the hostel and planned to eat it 2 days later (on a Wednesday). I was unaware that the refrigerator is cleaned each Wednesday, so when I searched for it, it was gone. I must admit that I did not sign and date the box containing the pizza, (pens are not found in the kitchen), so it might be my carelessness which caused the pizza to be removed. Fortunately, my bottle of beer was still in the refrigerator, so at least I could drown my disappointment with a Modello Negra.
8.0 / 10.0
parking for motorcycle. staff are very nice and accommodating!!
nothing.
7.0 / 10.0
Very friendly staff (volunteers mostly?), nice pool, nice breakfast.
Everything seems a bit messy and neglected. Given the fact that part of the staff are volunteers supposedly without or little payment, you may ask what the owner is doing with all the money s/he is earning. Certainly not for any renovation. For the standard of the hostel the price is too high.
10.0 / 10.0
Well located, quiet, clean and awesome attention by the staff..
3.0 / 10.0
The staff, the good location and the breakfast.
The rooms are not that clean and need a refresh. The photos do not reflect the reality.
10.0 / 10.0
Very good , friendly And clean
10.0 / 10.0
Great staff, best Hostel I had in Panama. The breakfast was incredible. Everyday they prepared something different. Nice rooms, Air con. And they have dogs and cats at the Hostel! I loved it.
Nothing
FAQs
How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Rio Hato?
The average price for a rental in Rio Hato is R 2,636 per night. This rental is R 1,723 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hostel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Corner Hostel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Corner Hostel. Enjoy the water!
Is The Corner Hostel pet friendly?
Yes! This hostel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at The Corner Hostel?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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