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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.

M
Mylène
From
Canada
The staff was super friendly and welcoming. Luis is amazing. He has a generous and kind soul. The hostel was very sociable and there was a very nice sharing dynamic. We cooked a lot of meals all together. There was a lot of spices to choose from as well as cooking oil which was very nice as most costa rica hostels dont offer this. The small common areas make it super propice to socialize with people. Nice clothing line to hang clothes. I felt like at home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews
Price from
US$32.04
1 night, 2 adults

TamaHostel & Glamping

Tamarindo

Situated in Tamarindo, 500 metres from Tamarindo Beach, TamaHostel & Glamping features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

J
Jean-Michel
From
Canada
Honestly my boyfriend and I had a blast at this hostel. The Personal are really helpfull and kind. Speacially the ones that we have the chance to meet. Like Mayda and the other tall guy that i cant remember his name. The place is really easy going. Kitchen always clean. Just a step aways from everything you need in tamarindo. Its really a chill vibe and I recommend 100%. The cleaning people are working hard to keep the place perfect and its work. Again we totally recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 265 reviews
Price from
US$72
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.

R
Renso
From
Netherlands
The hostess Yockgen (Yocky) gave us a warm welcome and we felt immediately at ease. The lodge is in a beautiful garden with hummingbirds and lots of other birds. Yocky provided transport to the national park and the hot springs and even to the bus. The food is excellent and the pasta tasted like a pasta should taste when you eat pasta in Italy! I had some problems with mosquito bites and Yocky’s mother Rosa provided some homemade natural repellent and even some natural medicine for the stomach. We had a wonderful time there and even wanted to stay longer, but that was not possible unfortunately. Thank you Yocky and Rosa for making us feel at home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews
Price from
US$63.01
1 night, 2 adults

Alouatta Playa Coyote

San Francisco

Set in San Francisco, 38 km from Montezuma Waterfal, Alouatta Playa Coyote offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

J
Juliette
From
France
San Francisco de Coyote IS an incredible spot as is Alouata Camping. Nice tents, great outdoors kitchen, super cute hosts.. thank you for the advices you gave us 🤍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
Price from
US$63
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Dodero

Liberia

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

A
Anina
From
Switzerland
I stayed in a private room. It was super conformable, clean, had netflix access and a lot of space for the luggage. Host was very friendly and gave good advice on what to do in town or how to get to other places.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,012 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.

J
Jerome
From
French Polynesia
If you take the time to get to know all the people who work there, you’ll have the best possible stay in Tamarindo. The common areas and the vibe of the hostel are warm and family-like. I always slept really well, and having access to a real gym is a huge bonus. I highly recommend it. Big thanks to everyone I met there, and especially to the staff (extra shoutout to Jeronimo, my brother) 🙏🏽
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,070 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.

A
Amélianne
From
Canada
Lovely hostel, great common area, helpful and friendly staff. They offer good discount for surf lesson. Everything you can wish for as a backpacker
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 326 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.

P
Philip
From
Switzerland
Very quiet and beautiful location. The volunteers and the owner were extremely friendly and always available for questions and requests! Kept very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews
Price from
US$26.40
1 night, 2 adults

Sandy Toes Hostel

Sámara

Sandy Toes Hostel features a private beach area, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Sámara.

J
Jesper Larsen
From
Sweden
I loved everything about this place. The people who works there are so nice!! The hostel was super spacious and it had a great kitchen and hangout area. AC in the dorm. Perfect location. I regret not staying longer....
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Price from
US$40
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Samara

Sámara

Set in Sámara and with Samara Beach reachable within 200 metres, Hostel Samara offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

L
Leonie
From
Germany
we stayed in the private room and everything was great! kitchen was well equipped, staff super helpful and location very central (3 minutes to the beach)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 314 reviews
Price from
US$65
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$48.59
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 542 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, 193 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, 1,070 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, 540 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, 295 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, 245 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, 326 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 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 190 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, 373 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, 314 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