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Hostel La Botella de Leche - Tamarindo, hotel in 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 984 feet from Tamarindo Beach.

Staff & location were excellent, everything was clean
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
1,182 reviews
Price from
$46.85
1 night, 2 adults
Casa Aura: Beachfront Premium Hostel, hotel in Tamarindo

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Casa Aura offers accommodations in Tamarindo Beach. The rooms have wooden decor and a private stone bathroom equipped with a shower.

I stayed in the dorm a couple of years ago and it was fine.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
396 reviews
Price from
$106.03
1 night, 2 adults
Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel - Tamarindo Costa Rica, hotel in Tamarindo

Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel - Tamarindo Costa Rica is located in Tamarindo, an ideal spot for surfing and enjoying the beach.

Beautiful location and saw a lot of wildlife on the property - monkeys in the trees nearby, friendly raccoons, lots of beautiful birds and a few iguanas roaming the grounds.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
520 reviews
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults
TamaHostel & Glamping, hotel in Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, a 5-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach, TamaHostel & Glamping has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

This is one of the best hostel I ever stayed I booked glamping. Carol was amazing and she is always there to help you with anything you needed. I met some great people in the hostel also close to the beach and all the restaurants Around there. Plus an amazing pool I would recommend it to anyone thanks for the great experience.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
246 reviews
Price from
$48
1 night, 2 adults
Tamarindo Backpackers, hotel in Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, a 8-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo Backpackers has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities.

The volunteers are cool and extremely helpful. The internet is perfect Pool is a nice touch Toilets cleaned regularly - Exceptional Kitchen and pots and pans - Excellent Access to two fridges - Perfection Overall I can sincerely recommend
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated excellent
Excellent
249 reviews
Price from
$52.50
1 night, 2 adults
Mai Ke Kai Surf House, hotel in Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo and with Tamarindo Beach reachable within a 6-minute walk, Mai Ke Kai Surf House has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

it was quiet & in a good area
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
234 reviews
Price from
$60
1 night, 2 adults
Pupa House - Capsule Hotel - Adults Only, hotel in Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo and with Tamarindo Beach reachable within a 13-minute walk, Pupa House - Capsule Hotel - Adults Only provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

On the positive side, once I finally reached the staff, they were kind and apologetic, doing their best to make up for the situation. While I appreciated their efforts, the initial experience of being left waiting in a dark area and the long delay was hard to overlook. The staff is friendly, but the disorganization and lack of communication can cause a lot of unnecessary stress.
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
29 reviews
Price from
$135
1 night, 2 adults
Tsunami Hostel, hotel in Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, a few steps from Tamarindo Beach, Tsunami Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

The staff was incredibly friendly and fun to talk to, AC worked consistently and we had a full size fridge in our room. The location was a quick 5 minute walk to Playa Tamarindo as well as all of the incredible restaurants.
Scored 7.4
7.4
Rated good
Good
361 reviews
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults
Coral Reef Surf Hostel and Camp, hotel in Tamarindo

Offering a restaurant, Coral Reef Surf Hostel and Camp is located in Tamarindo. Surf lessons are provided. Each room will provide you with air conditioning and free WiFi.

The costumers
Scored 6.2
6.2
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
282 reviews
Price from
$52.80
1 night, 2 adults
Pura Vida Hostel, hotel in Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, within a 7-minute walk of Tamarindo Beach and one mile of Grande Beach, Pura Vida Hostel provides accommodations with a garden and a terrace, and free WiFi throughout the...

I was happy with my stay. The rooms had a/c, large kitchen, it is not a party hostel, there’s rocking chairs in the patio area, it’s a 10 minute walk to the beach, I would stay here again.
Scored 6.1
6.1
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
264 reviews
Price from
$65
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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  • Avg. price/night: $152.55
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 29 reviews
    What an awesome stay. Could not recommend it more! Great location (15 minute walk from the beach and 10 minute walk from town). The hostel is so clean and tidy, the staff are incredibly kind and friendly, the pods are amazing!! If you're a solo traveller and you need a little privacy after staying in so many hostels, this is the perfect option. And on top of that the butterfly garden is just so cool. 10 out 10, will definitely stay here again when back in Tamarindo.
    Mason
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $126
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 249 reviews
    Best hostel ever - beautiful place and beautiful people, made the best friends and had the best time. Special shout out to Marco, the kindest surf instructor, and Tuba the dog!
    Abigail
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $73.45
    Scored 6.1
    6.1
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 264 reviews
    It was in a good location, very close to town. Was one of the cheapest hostels in Tamarindo. Rooms were decorated nicely.
    Emily
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $79.10
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 520 reviews
    Such a nice hostel! Staff were super friendly, everything was clean, great location and lovely pool and communal areas.
    Emily
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 234 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.
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    Henry
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 234 reviews
    Lovely hostel, great common area, helpful and friendly staff. They offer good discount for surf lesson. Everything you can wish for as a backpacker
    Amélianne
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 234 reviews
    Nice airy hostel. I stayed in the 8 bed dorm. There was plenty of space around each bunk bed, a fan and AC and a cabinet each to lock with key. Although a small hostel there was ample communal space in the front ( large sofa,table) and on the balcony plus some work out space. Kitchen was clean and well equipped with new pans etc. Staff were really welcoming and super helpful going the extra mile. Location was great. Quiet time 10pm to 7am and not a party hostel which is what I wanted. Very well run and friendly.
    Kareen
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 234 reviews
    One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed at. Small, cosy and super friendly place. The staff were very welcoming and helped me numerous times throughout my stay from booking tours and trying to find transfers to booking surfing lessons at the hostel (highly recommend!). Special thanks to Camila who was incredibly nice and helpful :) As for the room, it was also nice. Even though the room is for 8 people, it is quite spacious and clean.
    Angelina
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $79.10
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 520 reviews
    Best Hostel I've ever been!!! Everything is great, the rooms are comfy, the bathrooms are clean and tidy. The kitchen is very complete, they even have free coffee, sugar, salt and oil! The staff is very cool and helpfull with anything you need, Kelly the manager is the best, she wants the best for You and your trip. Great location just 200 meters from the centre of the town, close to all night clubs and food places! I Will come back for sure. :)))
    Sosa
    Solo traveler

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