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The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel

2.0 star property
El Paredon beachfront hostel with 2 bars/lounges, outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 7 AM to 7 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Check-in/check-out kiosk
Boating

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach bar
  • Pool bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
  • Free toiletries

Room options

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Individually furnished, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually furnished, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Basic Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Pet friendly
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Individually furnished, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Comfort Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
10 bathrooms
Pet friendly
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
Avenida LOTE 107, Sipacate, Escuintla

What's nearby

  • Aquamagic - 36 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Puerto San Jose Beach - 37 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Museo Regional de Arqueología - 63 min drive - 53.6 km
  • Museo Cultura Cotzumalguapa - 79 min drive - 69.7 km
  • Bilbao Stones - 81 min drive - 71.9 km

Getting around

  • Guatemala City (GUA-La Aurora Intl.) - 167 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Soulfood Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafecito Del Mar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Mercado - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pacifico - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Yoli’s Local Cuisine - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel

The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel is a great choice for a stay in El Paredon. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Oceanview Restaurant, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar and a terrace.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 9 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: 6 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The property charges 7 per cent for credit card payments
  • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property 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

  • Children (17 years old and younger) are not allowed
  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay for free
  • Service animals welcome
  • Food and water bowls available

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach yoga
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Ropes course
  • Horse riding/hire
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 4 steps to reach property

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Patio
  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Special features

Dining

Oceanview Restaurant – This beachfront restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Pool Bar – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves brunch and lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 3 to 5 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 100 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 7 per cent

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 7 PM

Policies

There is no hot water on site.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Driftwood Surfer Hostel El Paredon
Driftwood Surfer Hostel
Driftwood Surfer El Paredon
Driftwood Surfer
The Driftwood Surfer
The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel Sipacate
The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Driftwood Surfer - 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.
Is there a pool at The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7 AM to 7 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel?
Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 100 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as horse riding, rowing and fishing. Additional recreation on-site includes yoga. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostel's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a picnic area. The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel?
Yes, Oceanview Restaurant offers beachfront dining, international cuisine and ocean views.
Does The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel like?
The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel is located on the waterfront. Popular attractions include Puerto San Jose Beach, which is 37 minutes away by car.

The Driftwood Surfer - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.0

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Poor

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great palace
We had a great time the staff is super friendly. Great place to go see a meteor shower.
Christian, 3-night romance trip
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