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Reviews of Roots Casa Rústica

Vía Gualaca-Rambála 11-8 Hornito, Valle Hornito, Panama

#2 of 2 hotels in Valle Hornito

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 52 hotel reviews

6.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    6.0

  • Comfort

    6.3

  • Location

    8.1

  • Facilities

    5.9

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    6.9

  • Free WiFi

    6.9

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  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    7.0
    Very special hostal and I can totally recommend it - especially for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My bathroom sink was not inside my bathroom, but outside on my own balcony, that was not very handy. But I heard that other rooms do not have this „special feature“.

    The hostel is very special, each room is different, but all have an own bathroom. The view from the terrace is beautiful as you can see great nature including the sunset. There is a shared kitchen including a shared fridge. The owner is very helpful and explains the available attractions (including hiking options).

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are a few drawbacks. Not all rooms are equal, even though they are priced the same. The room we stayed in is not depicted in the photos, which I found misleading. In our room, the ceiling is so low that I hit my head on it. Additionally, there are iron bars supporting the ceiling, posing a potential danger. The elevated bed height makes every nightly movement risky, and I have hit my head five times and my back once on the iron bar. There is also an unpleasant dripping from the shower. I saw few of the other rooms and they seemed much better.

    The place is good, and the price-to-value ratio is a gem. It provides stunning views of the volcano and a pleasant nighttime temperature conducive to a good sleep. The owner is a pleasant man dedicated to developing the place.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    5.0
    Passable
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very very rustic and the noise (road and kids)

    Good location if you want visit Los Cangitones de Gualaca and the waterfalls or just stop on your way to Bocas ( an hour away from Chiriqui Grande )

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    7.0
    not for influencers
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    very basic, rather spartan

    The views on the terrace are great.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a bit eclectic built on the side of a slope and I have some anxiety about sleeping in shanty construction

    Good spot for overnight transit in the mountains and you want to camp but still have a roof over your head. The staff are nice, it was clean and very good value.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really nice host. our room was tidy and really huge ! we really liked the location and the establishment “directely” in the jungle.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    If you are the sort of person who likes boutique hotels, then this place is not for you. However, if you like a more rough and ready, natural experience, then I recommend.

    The accommodation is in a spectacular location with views over the nearby mountains and a perfect angle for catching the sunset from the terrace. The area is very quiet, there are hiking trails nearby and you are right out in nature. Rooms are basic but functional. I didn't come across any hot water in the shower, but it was so hot that it did not matter. There is a shared kitchen with everything you need to prepare meals. There is a nice coffee shop, a couple of restaurants and a mini market nearby so all your food and drink needs are covered. The host is especially friendly and he really helped me out when I had a bit of a difficult situation to navigate.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2025

    8.0
    Good vibes, will come back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed. We had bad luck so wi fi and hot water were not working.

    Authentic, not pretentious, great vibes, cordial staff

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2024

    9.0
    Stunning views and unique location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The mattress was rather soft and I personally like a harder one.

    Upon entering this hostel, I was immediately amazed – wow, wow, wow! The stunning view and the unique architecture create an incredible atmosphere. It truly felt like a retreat while I was there. There are enough activities available in the area, but unfortunately, I was unable to partake in them due to the constant rain.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

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

    It got very windy at night but that is unavoidable in a valley 😅

    The staff was super helpful, let us choose our own room and informed us about the region. 100% would go again

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    - Facilities are basic but clean - If you don't have a car to get anywhere first you have to walk alongside the main road or wait for a bus - No drinks or food available at the hostel itself, but there's a few - small, really basic an very cheap - restaurants along the road and you can find most things in the small supermarket close by, you may put your things in the fridge and even use the kitchen.

    - Really super friendly owner - Fantastic view of Volcan Baru from the terrace with sometimes breathtaking sundowns - Excellent place to meet other travellers - Good starting point for a walk in the mountain forest - Beside the road to Chiriquì Grande it's a good place for a stopover on the way to Bocas (and there's not that much choice in the area) I would recommend a stay of 2-3 nights: if you stop for one night only you'll probably miss the beauty of the surrounding nature, a bath in the mountain river, ... For a longer stay there is not really much to do up there.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is perfect. Maybe a little less comfort than in other places we stayed but you have access to kitchen for example. We were a little afraid that the 5y oldmay fall from the terrace if not attentive.

    The owner is incredibly friendly and helpful. He has built the building with his own hands. The location is wonderful in the middle of the mountains. The views are wonderful and you have views of Boquete at night.It is very close to main road but the trucks were not so disturbing as you may expect.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2023

    2.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were holes in the walls which means there were bugs in the room and it was very cold, even additional blankets didn't help. The sink was on the balcony not in the room. Wifi worked only in common area.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2023

    9.0
    Cool place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s quite rustic so don’t expect a hot shower and luxury, but it’s a great experience!

    Cool treehouse-like building with a great view. Really friendly staff. Comfy bed and well stocked kitchen. Good wifi. Moved here from the Lost and Found hostel and enjoyed it much more.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2023

    9.0
    Unique experience, this hostel stands alone for it's incredible view and desing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view is amazing!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2023

    2.0
    Keep driving!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    very run down. close to the highway so very noisy all night. No hot water. No towels. The sink is outside on the balcony. It was maybe funky and cute 50 years ago but so was I!

    The host was very nice and helpful

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Patricia and David are extremely helpful. They are very good at giving advise about trekking in the area.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Patricia and David were so nice and helpful to us. You feel like youre home.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing hostel, probably one of the coolest hotels we have ever stayed in and the owner was very friendly and helpful! From every point there was a great view

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2023

    8.0
    Nice Hostel on the Road between carribean and pacific with Amazing volcano view and very friendly Host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    More Protection against mosquitos by mosquito net in the window would be highly appreciated.

    comfy bed, Amazing view and very friendly Host providing all necessary Information to Discover the area around.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2023

    10
    Perfect. Totally recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location to relax and forget the stressfull City! Great view, great staff, cosy rooms and a lot of Things to do in the nature around - even saw a sloth around. Also: do the Coffee Tour! Its so Nice! Thanks to Patricia & David!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2023

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

    Very friendly people, amazing view, nice nature place.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noisy at night and lots of mosquitoes

    This place has so much character and is a must see. Don't expect 5* or even 3* and you will love it. David is a gem!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quiet and lovely place in the jungle. The host is very friendly und helpful! Thank you again! I really enjoyed my stay at your place!

    Stayed in December 2022

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