Name: Rocking J's
Address: Playa Salsa Brava, 63735 Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica, Playa Salsa Brava, Limon, 63735, Costa Rica
Rating: 8.0

Rocking J's

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About this property

Offering a bar-restaurant and lush gardens, Rocking J's is located right on Salsa Brava Beach in Puerto Viejo. This artistic hostel features a shared kitchen and TV lounge and free WiFi. Rocking J's offers a range of rustic accommodation, including private rooms, shared dorms, tents and hammocks. All come with free sheets and have access to shared bathroom facilities. The hostel offers free painting and mosaic materials. Guests can also enjoy nightly bonfires in the grounds. There is a 24-hour reception and free on-site parking. Rocking J's Salsa Brava Beach is a popular surfing spot. There are many restaurants and bars within walking distance in Puerto Viejo town. Limon Airport is 55 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

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Terrace

Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type	Number of guests	Today's price	Your choices	To save you time, we’ve selected this property’s typical room type for two people. You can always change room type or quantity below. Select amount
Double Tent - No A/C, No Fan 1 large double bed Tent 646 feet² Garden view Inner courtyard view Shower Toilet Linen Shared bathroom Outdoor dining area Entire unit located on ground floor Upper floors accessible by stairs only Toilet paper Board games/puzzles Entire unit wheelchair accessible Hearing accessible	Max persons: 2	US$18 per night Price US$54 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival discount may be available	Select rooms
Double Room with One Double Bed We have 2 left 1 double bed Room with shared bathroom 646 feet²	Max persons: 2	US$25 per night Price US$75 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
	Max persons: 2	US$26 per night Price US$78 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Total cost to cancel No prepayment needed – pay at the property	Select rooms
	Max persons: 2	US$27 per night Price US$82 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
Double Room with One Double Bed We have 1 left 1 double bed Room with shared bathroom 1722 feet² Sea view Inner courtyard view	Max persons: 2	US$29 per night Price US$88 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
	Max persons: 2	US$31 per night Price US$92 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Total cost to cancel No prepayment needed – pay at the property	Select rooms
	Max persons: 2	US$32 per night Price US$97 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
Double Room 1 large double bed Room with shared bathroom 161 feet² Inner courtyard view	Max persons: 2	US$32 per night Price US$97 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Total cost to cancel No prepayment needed – pay at the property • We have 1 left	Select rooms
Queen Studio We have 1 left 1 large double bed Entire studio 1076 feet² Private kitchen Private bathroom Garden view Air conditioning	Max persons: 2	US$57 per night Price US$172 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival discount may be available	Select rooms
	Max persons: 2	US$60 per night Price US$180 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Total cost to cancel No prepayment needed – pay at the property discount may be available	Select rooms
	Max persons: 2	US$63 per night Price US$189 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival discount may be available	Select rooms
Quadruple Room with Terrace We have 1 left 1 double bed and 2 bunk beds Room with shared bathroom 1076 feet² Balcony Garden view Patio Terrace	Max persons: 3	US$48 per night Price US$143 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
	Max persons: 3	US$50 per night Price US$149 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Total cost to cancel No prepayment needed – pay at the property	Select rooms
	Max persons: 3	US$52 per night Price US$157 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds We have 1 left 2 double beds Room with shared bathroom 1076 feet² Garden view Air conditioning Patio	Max persons: 4	US$49 per night Price US$147 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival discount may be available	Select rooms
	Max persons: 4	US$51 per night Price US$154 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Total cost to cancel No prepayment needed – pay at the property discount may be available	Select rooms
	Max persons: 4	US$54 per night Price US$162 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival discount may be available	Select rooms
Hammock - No A/C, No Fan 1 single bed Bed in dormitory 431 feet² Inner courtyard view	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$8 per night Price US$24 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival • We have 7 left	Select rooms
Single Tent - No A/C, No Fan 1 single bed Tent 538 feet² Garden view Inner courtyard view	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$11 per night Price US$32 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival discount may be available	Select rooms
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room We have 3 left 1 single bed Bed in dormitory 678 feet²	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$11 per night Price US$34 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$12 per night Price US$36 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Total cost to cancel No prepayment needed – pay at the property	Select rooms
	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$13 per night Price US$38 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room with AC 1 bunk bed Bed in dormitory 646 feet² Air conditioning	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$13 per night Price US$39 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$14 per night Price US$41 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Total cost to cancel No prepayment needed – pay at the property	Select rooms
	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$14 per night Price US$43 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
Bunk Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room We have 7 left 1 single bed Bed in dormitory 1615 feet² Air conditioning	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$13 per night Price US$39 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$14 per night Price US$41 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Total cost to cancel No prepayment needed – pay at the property	Select rooms
	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$14 per night Price US$43 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room We have 6 left 1 single bed Bed in dormitory 1615 feet² Balcony Garden view Inner courtyard view Air conditioning Private bathroom Terrace	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$13 per night Price US$39 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms
	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$14 per night Price US$41 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Total cost to cancel No prepayment needed – pay at the property	Select rooms
	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$14 per night Price US$43 Excluded: 13 % VAT	Non-refundable Pay the property before arrival	Select rooms

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Guests who stayed here loved

Sara

Italy

“Absolutely loved the building itself: it's a joy to just look at it. They have direct access to the beach, and some seats as well. Wifi works well, good looking bar (although I never went). Mattress in the tent was very comfortable. They have a...”

Alexia

France

“An atypical but very nice place. It is super well located, not totally in the centre but 10min walk and it's ok, otherwise there is a bus stop right in front. There is a parking. The staff is really very nice. I slept in the girl's dormitory it's...”

Renee

South Africa

“The location !! ✅️ right on the beach. Close to town. I decided on a hammock as my bed and the first night I was a bit uncomfortable and also loud music 🎶 but after that, it was perfect. I could hear the sea and it was cool Water on tap...”

Keplinger

Albania

“The mattress in the tent was comfortable and it's amazing to be so close to a beautiful place at the ocean.”

Gemma

United Kingdom

“It has a lovely vibe and amazing mosaic artwork on almost every surface. Perfect location. The reception staff very helpful and friendly.”

Javier

Canada

“Good staff overall, friendly and helpful receptionists, great location”

Dannyella

United Kingdom

“The vibe, the community, the music, the creativity, the location (on the beach) and just close enough to walk or cycle into the main town and Playa Cocles also. The relaxed environment. Diversity of people that stayed there. Great if travelling...”

Lance

South Africa

“Perfect place to kick back and chill in September.”

Yagmur

Costa Rica

“I only stayed one night. This place is really cool, very spacious, and many people to connect with! The toilets and showers were clean. Big lockers. The hostel is perfectly located between playa cocles and downtown Puerto Viejo.”

Emily

United Kingdom

“Beautiful property, super cheap for Costa Rica, perfect for a budget traveller. The staff were super friendly and helpful and when you walk through the back gates you’re on a lovely beach with loads of monkeys in the trees above. Great vibe in the...”

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:30

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 07:00 to 11:00

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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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

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A prepayment deposit via PayPal is required to secure your reservation. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Please note that hot water is intermittent.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Rocking J's 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.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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