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Reviews of Macondo Hostel

corregimiento de isla grande distrito de portobelo, colon callejon caseta delos congo casa 14, Isla Grande, Panama

#1 of 3 hotels in Isla Grande

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 65 hostel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    9.0
    Different, but we'll appreciated.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Enjoyed the isolation and quiet in the mist of a rain forest. Juliana was a good hostess. She went out of her way to make us feel comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very welcoming place, good help to organize tours in the region. Kitchen well equiped !

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It was a bit hot in the dorm room. The fan made it ok, but the electricity went out for several hours one night, so it was extra hot and buggy.

    Great spot on Isla Grande! Clean, comfortable, colorfully decorated, centrally located.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2025

    10
    Wonderful stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very chill place with lovely people

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only cold water, warm in the room, a lot of mosquitos, but we still loved this place!

    Justina is great host, great place in the jungle just few steps from the sea, beautiful garden, well equipped kitchen,everything clean and tidy! Absolutely recommend!

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2024

    10
    A jewel in a lush environment.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn't think of anything...

    Super clean. An true oasis in a lush jungle. Owner friendly, reliable, helpful... She gently directed me towards the best swimming spot and some great eateries.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 November 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff. Amazing location. Really good vibe on the island

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2024

    10
    For weekends getaway’s and staying in touch with nature
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Comfort Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful facilities with open and outdoor spaces. The cabins as rooms are very private and cozy. The location is perfect, close to many important things such as the medical center, the main pier, grocery stores and restaurants.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2024

    10
    It was welcoming, cheery, funky, clean, tidy, safe, and the A/C worked! Highly recommend. Loved it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Justina and the staff were so warm and welcoming from the start. You genuinely feel like they want you there, creating a little community in the house, bringing people together, and helping everyone with whatever they need. It was cheery and funky, clean, tidy and safe, and the A/C worked well which we kind of needed. And it was the first place we were offered a clothesline! So helpful in rainy season when things are wet. (Laundry service too). Finally, when I left something behind by accident, Justina was an amazing help. Loved it - highly recommend.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    10
    Great hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Justina was a great hostess. She knows a lot about Panama and gsve my tips for my journey in Panama. The hostel was modest but very clean and I really liked the hammocks.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything: The beautiful garden, the superbly equipped kitchen, the helpful hosts and on top of that it was very clean. Just a wonderful place. 10/10

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    😍😍

    I was traveling alone, the first impression was, oh, it looks very cozy, couches, sofas, hammocks everywhere, the garden decorated with love. Just like that house! Everything you could want was available in the kitchen. I've never been to such a clean hostel before!!! I feel very comfortable and have extended it for another two days! Is recommended! Thank you for the lovely stay!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the cutest hostel, super welcoming and helpful staff, great location, very comfortable room, amazing common area

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    9.0
    Awesome guest house in a vibrant jungle garden, close proximity to gorgeous beach front
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    Colorful, vibrant guest house that was comfortable with accommodating hosts. Great location, beautiful landscaping

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2024

    10
    Amazing stay! Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and organized! The owner was super nice and helpful!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    10
    Beautiful property and relaxed vibe! Loved it.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was so clean and beautiful. The hostess was incredibly helpful. It was such a peaceful stay on a wonderful little island. The lighthouse visit is a must!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No habia TV

    El ambiente tranquilo y agradable y excelente atencion

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nice property with a big garden and common room with huge dining table and hammocks. kitchen is very well equipped and very clean. Rooms and bathrooms are clean too, beds are comfy and it’s not hot at night. location is perfect very close to the two only stores on the island and 1 minute from the beach. the owners are very nice people and will help you throughout your stay.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2023

    10
    Excellent Stay; Hope to be back soon!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great! I hope to return again!

    It’s location was perfect. It was nestled just a minute or so walk away from the main walkway in town, which made it feel much quieter and in tune with nature. The air conditioning worked great.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was one of the best hostel I have ever stayed! Justyan is a super kind host, she helped me a lot with informations on whatsapp how to get to the island, how are the buses etc. This place has a very good vibes, if you just having a rest in one the hammock you will enjoy :) Everything was much better I expected, rooms, kitchen, garden, location are super :)

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The best hostel I have been to in Panama! The best staff, it was clean, beautiful environment, Justine (the owner) was so helpful with recomendation for activities, where to eat or get supplies. And the Island has the best atmosphere with great people. We spent 4 nights here and it was perfect!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2023

    9.0
    Great value for money hostel on a lovely island
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had a good time so no complaints.

    Great friendly staff, well located, good facilities such as billiard table, great little island!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    the hosts were amazing and took care of all our needs. the place was always incredibly clean, the hostel feels like home and the gardens are very relaxing. Best hostel!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2023

    10
    Really good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was good

    Wonderful and personal hostel in beautiful surroundings. It was so easy to talk to the other guests and the owners are always present, helpful and proactive. The room had everything I needed and the shared bathroom was always clean and only shared with one other room.

    Stayed in January 2023

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