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Selina Playa Venao is located in Las Escobas del Venado. Located right on the beach, this bright hostel features free WiFi throughout. At Selina Playa Venao you will find a private beach area as well as a variety of activities such as surf & SUP lessons to board rentals, adventure tours, yoga classes, a meticulous outdoor pool, restaurant and bar, and a thriving nightlife scene. Other facilities offered include a shared lounge, a billiard table, CoWorking space and a concierge service. The property offers free parking. Chitre's Airport Alonso Valderrama CTD is a 1 hour drive away, while Panama City is a 5-hour car drive or bus ride from our property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, American

Free parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 full bed
2 bunk beds
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
7.4
Location
9.1
Free Wifi
7.7
Low score for Playa Venao
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Natasha
    Panama Panama
    It’s always nice to have beach around , good energy and friendly people . Also very nice with pets !
  • Tom
    Israel Israel
    Perfect location just by the best part of the beach, very comfortable with the pool, parties, restaurants area just outside, surf club and store.
  • Razvan
    Romania Romania
    - Location is just near Playa Venao and you can actually leave your room and see the waves - good facilities for people looking to party and have everything in one place - clean room and easy to access through the bracelets the hostel provide
  • Joana
    Mexico Mexico
    I loved all about this place, the price was excellent, the place is by the sea so it has an amazing view, my room had AC and the swimming pool was big. Selina offers multiple activities some are for free and some cost you, I took a yoga class...
  • Susana
    Panama Panama
    The beach is pretty. They offered a better room for the same price. My pet was welcome and she could be anywhere in the hotel. The food was great.
  • Ana
    Panama Panama
    The area where it is at is perfect, the access to the beach and other places by walking distance from the beach.
  • Guy
    The food and the professional service specially Gabby at the front desk
  • Ana
    Colombia Colombia
    The room (private room) was very comfortable. Good location: close to the beach, restaurants, surf places
  • Ana
    Panama Panama
    The staff was definitely the best part of our stay; Abraham, Wendy, and Douglas were specifically incredible when it came to guest service. The facilities are also great. We enjoyed the overall decor, look and feel of the place. the beds were...
  • Carlos
    Panama Panama
    Facilities are complete, lot of things to do. great location by the beach, and awesome breakfast!

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • La Palma
    • Open for
      Breakfast
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Dairy-free

Amenities of Selina Playa Venao
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

View

  • Garden view

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Bingo
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Karaoke
  • Pool table
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Convenience store on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Spa

  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Public Bath

Languages Spoken

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Hebrew

House rules
Selina Playa Venao takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that dormitory rooms can only accommodate guests over 18 years-old. In case of family trips with underage guests, the total of the room capacity must be booked.

Please note that the property only accepts children if they stay with their parents in private rooms, or if they stay in dorm rooms that are fully booked (pay for all beds in the dorm) by the family.

Pets are allowed but property must be notified in advance and the cost is $10 per night + tax.

Please note that small speakers are only allowed inside the rooms and will be permitted only at a reasonable volume. No speakers will be permitted in common areas.

Please note that the use of coolers is not allowed inside the property.

We are a pet friendly hostel so you may bring your pet along! (fees may apply).

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Selina Playa Venao of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Selina Playa Venao

  • Selina Playa Venao offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Snorkeling
    • Fishing
    • Karaoke
    • Windsurfing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beachfront
    • Private beach area
    • Happy hour
    • Beach
    • Walking tours
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Cooking class
    • Swimming pool
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Entertainment staff
    • Bingo
    • Horseback riding
    • Movie nights
    • Fitness classes
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Yoga classes
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Fitness
    • Themed dinners
    • Live music/Performance
    • Public Bath

  • Selina Playa Venao is 0.8 miles from the center of Playa Venao. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Selina Playa Venao has 1 restaurant:

    • La Palma

  • The prices at Selina Playa Venao may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Selina Playa Venao can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • American
    • À la carte

  • Room options at Selina Playa Venao include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Quad
    • Bed in Dorm
    • Suite

  • Check-in at Selina Playa Venao is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.