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Pagalù Hostel, hotel in Puerto Viejo

Located in Puerto Viejo, 200 metres from Negra Beach, Pagalù Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Safety, cleanness, organization and the staff was sooo nice.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
1,230 reviews
Price from
£33.42
per night
La Tribu Boutique Hostel for women, hotel in Puerto Viejo

Boasting a shared lounge, La Tribu Boutique Hostel for women is situated in Puerto Viejo in the Limon region, 500 metres from Negra Beach and 1.6 km from Cocles Beach.

Love the concept of this hostel! Everyone is super chatty and the kitchen is the best hostel kitchen I’ve ever used. Also love the movie and spa nights
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
404 reviews
Price from
£53.99
per night
Kalunai Hostel, hotel in Puerto Viejo

Boasting barbecue facilities and free WiFi, Kalunai Hostel is located in Puerto Viejo. The property has a garden, as well as a shared lounge.

really friendly owner and included breakfast
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
1,035 reviews
Price from
£30.85
per night
Tasty Dayz Hostel, hotel in Puerto Viejo

Situated in Puerto Viejo, 200 metres from Cocles Beach, Tasty Dayz Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

- Price - Location - Vibe
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
964 reviews
Price from
£30.33
per night
La Ruka Hostel, hotel in Puerto Viejo

Situated in Puerto Viejo, within less than 1 km of Cocles Beach and a 16-minute walk of Negra Beach, La Ruka Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

The staff: some of nicest interactions we have had since being away (for a very long time). Thank you ever for being so lovely. The offerings: we did a little yoga class in the morning and had an ice bath. Both cost extra but a great touch. The cleanliness: although not spotless the cleaner is around and regularly keeping things in order. The coffee: very nice and a complimentary cup in the morning.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
361 reviews
Price from
£39.24
per night
Roots Family, hotel in Puerto Viejo

Roots Family features accommodation in Puerto Viejo near Negra Beach and Cocles Beach. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

Amazing location, clean, stuff was very nice and helpful.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
492 reviews
Price from
£43.36
per night
Hostal Cecilia, hotel in Puerto Viejo

Set in Puerto Viejo, less than 1 km from Cocles Beach, Hostal Cecilia offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

Gave us an upgrade to meet our needs better and the staff were amazing and always available to help and answer any questions.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
454 reviews
Price from
£47.13
per night
El Clan Hostel, hotel in Puerto Viejo

Set in Puerto Viejo, 500 metres from Negra Beach, El Clan Hostel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a bar.

The location is great, in the heart of town and not far from the beach. The pool is really nice and the grounds are beautiful. The adjacent restaurant is good, great value and guests of the hostel get a 15% discount.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
360 reviews
Price from
£55.53
per night
Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel, hotel in Puerto Viejo

Hostel Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel, located in Playa Cocles, 1.5 km from the center of Puerto Viejo, has its facilities right in front of the sea.

Right on the beach. Friendly staff. Yoga sessions next door
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
886 reviews
Price from
£38.56
per night
Madre Selva Hostel, hotel in Puerto Viejo

Boasting barbecue facilities, Madre Selva Hostel is set in Puerto Viejo, 5 km from Jaguar Rescue Center. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a garden.

Appreciate the effort of the management , but not enough.
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
437 reviews
Price from
£22.37
per night
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • La Tribu Boutique Hostel for women
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 404 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, La Tribu Boutique Hostel for women is situated in Puerto Viejo in the Limon region, 500 metres from Negra Beach and 1.6 km from Cocles Beach.

    Everything. Such a nice vibe, amazing people perfect location.

  • El Clan Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 360 reviews

    Set in Puerto Viejo, 500 metres from Negra Beach, El Clan Hostel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a bar.

    Very nice pool area. The rooms were well climatised.

  • Tasty Dayz Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 964 reviews

    Situated in Puerto Viejo, 200 metres from Cocles Beach, Tasty Dayz Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

    The staff were very helpful and went out of their way to help.

  • Roots Family
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 492 reviews

    Roots Family features accommodation in Puerto Viejo near Negra Beach and Cocles Beach. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

    Amazing location, clean, stuff was very nice and helpful.

  • La Ruka Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 361 reviews

    Situated in Puerto Viejo, within less than 1 km of Cocles Beach and a 16-minute walk of Negra Beach, La Ruka Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking...

    Very kind and helpful people with loving and familiar environment

  • Hostal Cecilia
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 454 reviews

    Set in Puerto Viejo, less than 1 km from Cocles Beach, Hostal Cecilia offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    Great location in its own little piece of paradise

  • Madre Selva Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 437 reviews

    Boasting barbecue facilities, Madre Selva Hostel is set in Puerto Viejo, 5 km from Jaguar Rescue Center. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a garden.

    Schöne Lage im Dschungel, sehr freundliches Personal

  • Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 886 reviews

    Hostel Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel, located in Playa Cocles, 1.5 km from the center of Puerto Viejo, has its facilities right in front of the sea.

    Great location and had a good atmosphere. Very clean.

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Hostels that guests love in Puerto Viejo

  • Avg. price/night: £46.27
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,035 reviews
    One of the cheapest places we could find in Puerto Viejo for a private room. Lovely atmosphere at the hostel. Walking distance to the Main Street. Staff are really helpful and friendly.
    Julie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £46.27
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,035 reviews
    Kalunai Hostel has a great location within Puerto Viejo and a big common area/ kitchen for people to gather. The staff is really friendly and helpful. A traditional Costa Rican breakfast is served each morning.
    Julia
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £62.98
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 404 reviews
    Clean, modern, safe hostel. Great location and value for money. Being an all woman's hostel, made it feel safer. The staff were very helpful too!
    Harriet
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £39.24
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 361 reviews
    Best hostel in Puerto Viejo! Had an amazing stay once again. I keep coming back here. The staff is amazing, always willing to help or just chat with you. It has everything you need and is located in between town and cocles beach. Both are walking distance which is really nice. Recommend anyone to stay here!
    Judith
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £39.24
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 361 reviews
    I really really liked this hostel, everything was perfect with the exception of the heat in the dormitory room. The common areas are great, theres a pool table, smoking area, lots of places to relax, well equipped kitchen. The staff were nice and the location ideallic, although a short walk into town
    David
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £46.27
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,035 reviews
    The hostel is in a great location, easy to access the town and beaches. Bike hire was reasonable and fun. The best hostel kitchen we’ve seen!
    Charlotte
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £46.27
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,035 reviews
    Great location close to the centre of town, reliable wifi, personal bed fans to help with the. heat, clean bedding daily and towels on request. Well equipped kitchen. Large communal area with plenty of hammocks. What really makes this place special are the staff, they are super helpful and create an effortlessly social atmosphere. By far the best hostel I’ve stayed in during my time in Costa Rica
    Hayley
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £46.27
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,035 reviews
    Everything in the hostel was perfect,the location is very good and safe,close to bars and restaurants and the staff Gonzalo and Sylvia are very friendly and attentive. Giannis the owner is a very kind and helpful man he helped me with my trip and everything i needed. Some nights they do family dinner and the food is delicious and cheap. I recommend this hostel to everyone coming to puerto viejo. Thank you guys for making my trip so memorable
    D
    Dimitrios
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £49.27
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 492 reviews
    Helpful Staff. Great Location. The hostel looks lovely. Large dormitory room, every bed has got locker and mosquito net. Nice and relaxing atmosphere.
    Antonella
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £46.27
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,035 reviews
    This is by far the best hostel in Puerto Viejo!! It's close to the center but far enough to hear the birds singing all day. The open comunal area is a blas and makes it really easy to talk to other backpackers. But the best ofall is the owner's vibe! He takes care of you and your trip, and makes you feel at home. You won't feel like leaving the hostel ☺️
    Rodrigo
    Solo traveller