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About this property

Beachfront Location: El Gato Rojas Surf Hostel in Santa Teresa Beach offers direct beachfront access, a sun terrace, and a lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features private check-in and check-out services, air-conditioning, and a shared kitchen. Each room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and garden views. Leisure Facilities: Guests can relax on the outdoor terrace, fireplace, or outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a picnic area, barbecue facilities, and an outdoor play area. Local Attractions: Carmen Beach is a 2-minute walk away, Montezuma Waterfall is 14 km, and Tortuga Island is 39 km from the property. Cobano Airport is 12 km distant.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hannah
    Guernsey Guernsey
    Location amazing Lots of common areas Friendly and helpful staff Good value surf board rental
  • Angela
    Germany Germany
    Very friendly environment, super atmosphere, and surprisingly cozy and calm night. And in Playa Carmen this is important information: absolutely no noise from that horrible street that goes through town.
  • Anna
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Very friendly place, clean room and equipped common kitchen. Space to rest and very nice staff
  • Michiel
    Netherlands Netherlands
    If you're looking for a hostel to instantly feel at home, be close to the beach and learn to surf then look no further. The staff make you feel very much at home, the facilities are great and the surfing lessons are the best. I daresay that there...
  • Livia
    Switzerland Switzerland
    the best hostel in santa teresa! well-equipped and clean kitchen, large chill area with sofas, hammocks and pool table. the hostel is right on playa el carmen and next to a large supermarket. the hostel is suitable for solo travelers as well as...
  • Lukasz
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great place, ideal for backpackers, nomads and surfers alike to relax, interact and have fun . Aside from being skilled and accomplished surfers, Marcos, Michael and Rudy are natural entertainers and great surfing teachers. They help you develop...
  • Shayla
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything was great in terms of our room, kitchen and had a nice area to chill.
  • Thomsen
    Denmark Denmark
    Amazing people and perfect location. Close to everything. Very good for solo travelers
  • Luc
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Bed bugs I found a bedbug in my bed in room 14, and reception didn't want to move me to another room.
  • Chris
    Australia Australia
    I don’t leave any reviews for places but this hostel deserves one. Im from Australia and absolutely loveeddd this place, staff and the owners were beautiful and helpful with surf spots. The hostel is located right next to restaurants, a...

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House rules

El Gato Rojas Surf Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 11:00 to 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform El Gato Rojas Surf Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.