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Hostal Familiar Rolo

Hostel

Calle Principal Santa Catalina Frente a la Playa

15 nights, 2 adults

USD$1,381

Includes taxes and charges

15 nights, 2 adults

USD$1,381

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
15 mentions

Amazing location with sunset view on the beach

Location

Friendly staff
13 mentions

The vibes and the staff were just amazing

We had a fantastic stay at Hostal Familiar Rolo

Clean rooms
8 mentions

The hosts are super friendly and helpful and the room was impeccably clean

The kitchen clean and people to chat with

Comfortable rooms
6 mentions

The bathroom was so modern too

Rooms are comfy, felt very clean and had good aircon

Good value
1 mentions

Seeing the sunset from the comfy hammock and observing locals having a volleybal…

Free Wi‑Fi
1 mentions

Wifi was excellent throughout the property and common areas

Overview

Located in Santa Catalina, within 200 metres of Santa Catalina Beach and 1.7 km of Estero, Hostal Familiar Rolo provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. Certain rooms at the property include a terrace with a sea view. The nearest airport is Pedasí Airport, 257 km from the hostel.

Traveller reviews

C

Claudia

family_with_children

April 28, 2026

10

The perfect place to enjoy Santa Catalina!

Everything. We had the little house with the ocean view and we spent the best time of our holiday. The vibes and the staff were just amazing.

E

Elana

solo_traveller

April 23, 2026

10

Amazing location with sunset view on the beach. Great seating and lots of hammocks.

M

Marjolein

family_with_children

April 1, 2026

8

Amazing stay, kind hosts, clean room!

The hosts are super friendly and helpful and the room was impeccably clean. Also the kitchen facilities were clean and neat. One tiny advice: book a restaurant for the evening as we had a hard time finding a place to eat because everything was fully booked.

A

Alex J

couple

April 1, 2026

10

Experience the real Santa Catalina

It's one of the few places in the area where you can soak in the authentic vibe of Santa Catalina. Everything this family business has built is intentional, in good taste. The bathroom was so modern too. We don't usually spend a lot of time at our accommodation, but this was different. Seeing the sunset from the comfy hammock and observing locals having a volleyball game or having a slow start to the day enjoying coffee in the garden were so worthwhile. A very laid back and romantic place. Big shout out to the owners, I left my phone behind by mistake and they helped me get it back by liaising with a driver who was coming to Panama city, so I wouldn't have to go on a twelve hour drive (back and forth) to get it myself. That gesture said it all.

L

Lauri

extended_group

March 27, 2026

10

Location

C

Cynthia

couple

January 25, 2026

9

Sitting outside looking at the ocean. Lovely Orlando. The kitchen clean and people to chat with. Location excellent.

C

Chris

couple

January 20, 2026

10

Great location right next to the beach. Rooms are comfy, felt very clean and had good aircon.

A

Alice

extended_group

January 19, 2026

10

We had a fantastic stay at Hostal Familiar Rolo. The staff is very accessible and super nice and propose several offers. The room is super clean, private and with AC which makes the room not humide. We could eat our food with a wonderful view of the beach. Finally, neighbourhood felt safe and local.

C

Clara

extended_group

January 11, 2026

10

The staff was incredibly nice and helpful, superb location!

D

Davide

couple

January 10, 2026

10

Perfect stay

Everything was perfect, especially the location

C

Carlos

extended_group

December 29, 2025

10

Amazing location. Really good service! Súper clean!

K

Keizer Karel

family_with_children

August 27, 2025

9

The location, with the tables overlooking the bay. The cottage is perfectly positioned, and the staff is very helpful and friendly. Parking on site.

C

Chantal

family_with_children

August 17, 2025

10

We had a great stay, Amir speaks perfect English and was very welcoming and helpful. Highly recommended!

K

Kim

family_with_children

July 29, 2025

10

What a charming family! We loved staying in this family run hostel near the beach. It was fun to hire a canoe and paddle to the nearby island. We booked a very good tour to Coiba at the hostel.

S

Guest

extended_group

July 12, 2025

10

We had a fantastic stay at Hostal Familiar Rolo. The staff is very accessible and super nice and propose several offers. The room is super clean, private and with AC which makes the room not humide. We could eat our food with a wonderful view of the beach. Finally, neighbourhood felt safe and local.

J

JAN

family_with_children

July 12, 2025

9

this awesome place with very friendly people. I am sorry we could not stay longer

super friendly staff and excellent location

M

Majorie

family_with_children

May 4, 2025

9

Nice location and very hospitable host

M

Mona

couple

March 26, 2025

10

10/10 experience. We hope to come back some time!

Beautiful location right at the beach and nicely decorated property. Very green, lots of hammocks, clean kitchen and unbelievably nice hosts. Rolo and his family are very polite, friendly and helpful. Groceries, a fruit market and plenty of dive shops are close by.

P

Priscilla

couple

March 25, 2025

10

The hosts Amir and Orlando are very kind and helpful. They arranged all our trips and activities for us and made us feel

M

Marie

family_with_children

March 18, 2025

10

Right at the beach and squeaky clean.

The room and bathroom were spacious and spotless. I loved the hammock outside the room. The coffee in the morning is a nice touch. Wifi was excellent throughout the property and common areas. Staff were helpful and friendly. The location right at the beach is great, and there are nice common areas to sit and relax. The little cabana overlooking the beach would be amazing if you can snag that.

Facilities

Activities

Fishing, Hiking, Snorkelling, Water sport facilities on site, Beachfront, Beach, Pub crawls, Walking tours

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas

General

Designated smoking area, Non-smoking rooms

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Outdoors

BBQ facilities, Garden

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Thermometers for guests provided by property

Services

Daily housekeeping, Tour desk

Double Room with Private Bathroom

The double room features air conditioning and a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double Room with Private Bathroom

The double room features air conditioning and a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The double room provides a tiled floor. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double Room with Private Bathroom

The double room features air conditioning and a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The double room provides a tiled floor. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Triple Room

This air-conditioned triple room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 3 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Triple Room

This air-conditioned triple room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 3 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Triple Room

This air-conditioned triple room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 3 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Triple Room with Private Bathroom

The triple room offers air conditioning and a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The triple room provides a tiled floor. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 3 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Triple Room with Private Bathroom

The triple room provides air conditioning, a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The triple room features a tiled floor. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 3 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Triple Room with Private Bathroom

The triple room features air conditioning and a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The triple room provides a tiled floor. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 3 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Twin Room with Private Bathroom

The twin room features air conditioning and a safe deposit box, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 2 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Quadruple Room with Balcony

This air-conditioned quadruple room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 4 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Quadruple Room with Sea View

This air-conditioned quadruple room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 4 guests0 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 21:00
Check-outFrom 07:00 until 12:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPayment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 4:41 PM

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