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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.

A
Adam
From
United Kingdom
great spot, not too far from town and very quiet
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.

A
Alan
From
Canada
Nature Birds Food was good Away from tourist spots Staff very helpful and friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 272 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.

N
Nathalie
From
United Kingdom
Very good location next to the market and the bus terminals. Very friendly helpful owner and staff. Clean comfortable and quiet. Lovely courtyard where we met fellow travellers. Just nice. Jesus can arrange taxis and tours if need be.
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.

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.

V
Vitor Hugo
From
Brazil
Wonderful Hostel! It really made us feel like home. All the staff is so friendly that you feel living in a big family home. The rooms are confortable and easy to sleep with AC. The kitchen is always lively and we loved to cook there. The hostel is so close to the beach, like 5min walk, and also close to market, the bus stop and restaurants while been in a quiet area to relax. There is surf lessons offered and Mati is an amazing teacher, so knowledgeable about the sea and how to teach the proper position on the board. Really recomended! We stayed for 12 data hoping it could be more.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 327 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.

E
Elisa
From
France
Everything was perfect! The best hostel, the rooms are big and clean, there are activities every day, it's the perfect place to meet new people! The staff are great and make you feel at home! If you are staying in Samara I recommend this place 100%!
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, 313 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, 543 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, 327 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 :)
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Sara
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$73.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 313 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