Skip to main content

The best hostels in Puerto Viejo

Some of the best backpacker spots in Puerto Viejo

Filter by:

Review score

See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates.
La Tribu Boutique Hostel for women, hotel in Puerto Viejo

Situated in Puerto Viejo, 500 metres from Negra Beach, La Tribu Boutique Hostel for women provides air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
505 reviews
Price from
£57.46
1 night, 2 adults
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.

The place is very nice and clean. Very quiet.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,236 reviews
Price from
£34.66
1 night, 2 adults
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.

This hostel Is awesome, It appear as 5 star hotel, with a great bar, spacious kitchen where you can meet people, direct access on the beach where you can find hammock and gazebos. The staff also was great, Alejandra welcomed me with is arms opened, we immediatly become friends! Also the room a good, great floor to walk barefoot and comfortable bed!! I Will reccomend 100%
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
758 reviews
Price from
£45.15
1 night, 2 adults
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.

Loved this place . Right across the road from a beach , just down from the town. Comfortable little cabin and a great kitchen
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
921 reviews
Price from
£38.10
1 night, 2 adults
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 people in the reception are friendly and helpful!
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
351 reviews
Price from
£33.42
1 night, 2 adults
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.

The owner is the best!!!! Hi is realy helpful and gently!!! 100%
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
979 reviews
Price from
£32.84
1 night, 2 adults
Madre Selva Hostel, hotel in Puerto Viejo

Situated in Puerto Viejo, less than 1 km from Cocles Beach, Madre Selva Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Friendly staff, clean simple rooms and common areas.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
396 reviews
Price from
£27.36
1 night, 2 adults
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 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
414 reviews
Price from
£47.43
1 night, 2 adults
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.

Really nice hostel with pool, friendly staff, comfortable beds, great kitchen area, tours and rentals can be organised by the hoszel
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
449 reviews
Price from
£59.11
1 night, 2 adults
Rocking J's, hotel in Puerto Viejo

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.

Good staff overall, friendly and helpful receptionists, great location
Scored 7.7
7.7
Rated good
Good
543 reviews
Price from
£19.70
1 night, 2 adults
All hostels in Puerto Viejo
Looking for a hostel?
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.

Most booked hostels in Puerto Viejo this month

See all

Save money on hostels in Puerto Viejo – budget options available!

  • El Clan Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 449 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.

    Location, great pool, nice vibe, nice to hang out, clean

  • Tasty Dayz Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 921 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.

  • La Ruka Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 351 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

  • Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 758 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.

    Amazing staff, amazing location, couldn't ask for more

  • Hostal Cecilia
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 414 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

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Puerto Viejo

  • Pagalù Hostel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,236 reviews

    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.

  • Madre Selva Hostel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 396 reviews

    Situated in Puerto Viejo, less than 1 km from Cocles Beach, Madre Selva Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Friendly staff, clean simple rooms and common areas.

  • Kalunai Hostel
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 979 reviews

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

    The staff was really nice, also helpful about what we can do around and how to get there

  • Rocking J's
    Central location
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 543 reviews

    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.

    Perfect place to kick back and chill in September.

FAQ about hostels in Puerto Viejo

Hostels that guests love in Puerto Viejo

See all
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 979 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
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 979 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: £57.46
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 505 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: £69.62
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 351 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: £69.62
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 351 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
    Dave
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 979 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
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 979 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
  • Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 979 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: £55.70
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 469 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