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Casa Terra Hostel

Sámara

Located in Sámara, Casa Terra Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue.

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Kate
From
Spain
Everyone was amazing. So welcoming. Super energy. It has very relaxed vibe. It was a home away from home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews
Price from
US$32.04
1 night, 2 adults

Santa Maria Volcano Lodge Hotel & Restaurante

Hacienda Santa María

Set in Hacienda Santa María, 23.7 km from Miravalles Volcano, Santa Maria Volcano Lodge Hotel & Restaurante offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

L
Laura
From
Belgium
The owner is lovely, the food is great and everything is very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews
Price from
US$63.01
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Dodero

Liberia

Situated in Liberia, Hostel Dodero has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

T
Tereza
From
Czech Republic
I spent only few hours in this hostel due to my late arrival and early departure but it was pretty nice! I booked a 6 bedroom dorm and ended up in a 2 bedroom dorm with another female. It was great, but sharing the room with a male wouldn’t feel comfortable. The room had a/c too. The common area was better than on the pictures with a very spacious kitchen. Everything was clean, tourist info provided.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,011 reviews
Price from
US$28
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel La Botella de Leche - Tamarindo

Tamarindo

Offering an extensive garden with an outdoor lounge area, a shared living room with TV and swimming pool, Hostel La Botella de Leche is located 300 metres from Tamarindo Beach.

K
Kim
From
New Zealand
Great clean facilities with large kitchen and great location. Free water refill. The staff go above and beyond to make you feel at home and help you out whatever it is. Special thanks to Jordi, Jero and Leo for their phenomenal work.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,071 reviews
Price from
US$61.02
1 night, 2 adults

Mai Ke Kai Surf House

Tamarindo

Set in Tamarindo and with Tamarindo Beach reachable within 500 metres, Mai Ke Kai Surf House offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

R
Ronja
From
Germany
Everything was just wonderful. Mati and Maria are great hosts. They made us feel very welcome in their house. It didn’t feel like a hostel but like a home. We cooked dinner together, played board games with everyone at night and they even took us on a surf trip to another beach. Mati is also a great surf coach himself and you get a discount for surf lessons and board rental when staying with them. The location is perfect, close to the city and the beach. The house is very beautiful with an outside area and balcony you can use. The kitchen and bathroom are very well equipped and always clean. This is the best place we stayed at on our journey and we really enjoyed it. If you go to Tamarindo you shouldn’t miss out on this.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews
Price from
US$36
1 night, 2 adults

Woodstock Hostel

Sámara

Located in Sámara, less than 1 km from Samara Beach, Woodstock Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

r
rosie
From
United Kingdom
such a nice vibe. everyone there was lovely and considerate. lots of space to hang out and meet new people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 374 reviews
Price from
US$26.40
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel - Tamarindo Costa Rica

Tamarindo

Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel - Tamarindo Costa Rica is located in Tamarindo, an ideal spot for surfing and enjoying the beach.

E
Emily
From
United Kingdom
Such a nice hostel! Staff were super friendly, everything was clean, great location and lovely pool and communal areas.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 461 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

Argdivan Beach Hostel

Sámara

Located in Sámara, 1.3 km from Samara Beach, Argdivan Beach Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, private parking and a shared lounge.

N
Nelson
From
United Kingdom
Wow what an awesome place! Pablo and Malvi are super lovely and helpful, and are busy creating a beautiful space for travellers. We stayed in the new tent platform out back - it was peaceful, cool and comfy, we slept great. Kitchen facilities are good, the hostel is clean and airy with different spaces to relax and loads of stunning murals to enjoy. The location is ideal, it's an easy walk into town/beach and had nice sodas and shops very nearby. Quiet back street that felt safe and has off-road parking right outside. Highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews
Price from
US$18
1 night, 2 adults

Cabinas surf Arribadas

Playa Ostional

Situated in Playa Ostional, 100 metres from Ostional, Cabinas surf Arribadas features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

K
Katalin
From
Hungary
This is the best place to stay if you want to see the arribada of turtles! The starting point of the tours is just right across the street. Ostional is quite far to drive from other locations, it is advisable to drive there in daylight and stay in the village for a night. The house is basic but comfortable, the rooms have AC and stable wifi. The hosts were super kind depsite the language barrier.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews
Price from
US$65
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel El Pretal

Liberia

Situated in Liberia and with Parque Nacional Santa Rosa reachable within 38 km, Hostel El Pretal features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

S
Sandra
From
United States
The location of the hostel is great. It is far enough away from the main streets to be quiet but close enough to walk to restaurants and the main square. The hostel is welcoming and comfortable. I will happily stay here again when I am in Liberia.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 546 reviews
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Avg. price/night: US$48.59
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 546 reviews
Very friendly staff!! Nice hostel, we had a great 3 nights with our family. Recommendable.
Guest review by
Robinvb
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$78.75
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
It was a well organized Hostel, with friendly and accessible staff, hence it was clean with all the facilities we needed.
Guest review by
Anderson
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$123.86
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,071 reviews
I had an amazing stay at this hostel! The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making me feel right at home from the moment I arrived. The pool area was beautiful and perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. I also took a surf lesson which was a fantastic experience. I would always come back to this hostel and highly recommend it to others. Thank you for everything!!
Guest review by
Kristin
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$99.03
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 542 reviews
Floor-to-ceiling windows that gave great views of the beach and the ocean from the dorm beds was amazing! Pictures on website don't capture the spaciousness of the dorm room for 12 with high ceiling, two a/cs and two separate, big bathrooms, equipped with shampoo, conditioner and body wash. It felt more like a hotel. Location is at the beginning of the main strip so it's also quieter. Super convenient to catch buses to/from hostel with the bus shed just right in front.
Guest review by
ko
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews
Great vibe and very friendly staff! The owners of the hostel help you with everything and create a very warm atmosphere. The hostel has a very authentic and unique environment and during the day you can spot a lot of wild animals while chilling in the hammock. Although it's outside the village, you have a supermarket just 3 min away and the beach 7 min by walking. I enjoyed my stay a lot and recommend the hostel for everyone, who is looking for a relaxing stay in a familiar environment close to the nature!
Guest review by
Felix
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$73.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
It was in a good location, very close to town. Was one of the cheapest hostels in Tamarindo. Rooms were decorated nicely.
Guest review by
Emily
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews
Maria and Mati are incredible and have created the best Hostel in Tamarindo. Friendly, Clean, affordable, and have created a great vibe for those looking to surf.
Guest review by
Henry
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Great location! Just 100 meters down to the beach. Nice vibe in the hostel with many new renovations making it very cozy and a good space to meet people. I had a great time here. Clean and great staff aswell :)
Guest review by
Johanna
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$43.51
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 374 reviews
Very chill, friendly place. Great hostel to meet new people. Nobody seems to want to leave. Literally..many guests kept extending their stay day by day. Including myself :)
Guest review by
Sara
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$73.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 312 reviews
Perfect backpackers. Central location. Super friendly owner / staff. Best equipped kitchen of any hostel I've stayed in. Comfortable rooms. Lots of space outside rooms with tables and hammocks. Supermarket 2 mins away. Beach 2 mins away. We loved our stay here. Mum + 2 teens.
Guest review by
Clare
Family with young children