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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.

Second time staying here and I would definitely come back, a very quiet place, the bedroom has A/C and the beds have curtains which is great because it gives you privacy The staff is friendly
Review score
8.4
Very Good
1,164 reviews
Price from
$59.04
1 night, 2 adults

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.
Review score
8.6
Excellent
504 reviews
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults

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.

The place is nice. Well thought for everyone.
Review score
8.9
Excellent
252 reviews
Price from
$48
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Great, well-equipped kitchen. Close to the beach and shops. Comfy areas to relax. Friendly staff.
Review score
8.8
Excellent
241 reviews
Price from
$105
1 night, 2 adults

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.

A beautiful house with great outdoor sitting area. Big dorm room on second floor with 10 beds and a bathroom and small dorms on the first floor. Bed is comfortable. Kitchen is nice and has everything you need for cooking. Sometimes could be pretty busy when several people cooking at the same time. Good social vibe. Met people and went out together. Location is pretty good. Just a couple of minutes walk to the center and 10 minutes to the beach. There are restaurants, grocery stores, banks, pretty much everything nearby. Owner was helpful to arrange airport pickup. Surfing lesson is good. Better quality than a lot of others out there. Matias is giving you a lot of knowledge about surfing instead of just showing you the body position and go. It’s for someone who really wants to learn surfing and continue, not just to stand up on the board and take pictures.
Review score
8.8
Excellent
263 reviews
Price from
$54
1 night, 2 adults

Providing free WiFi throughout the property, a sun terrace with a swimming pool, garden and bar, Pupa House - Capsule Hotel - Adults Only is located in Tamarindo. Guests can enjoy garden views.

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.
Review score
8.6
Excellent
33 reviews
Price from
$80
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Ac was great in the rooms. Also nice cooking area
Review score
6.4
Pleasant
268 reviews
Price from
$52.80
1 night, 2 adults

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.
Review score
6.1
Pleasant
270 reviews
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Playa Grande, a few steps from Grande Beach, Pipe House Playa Grande provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

Super friendly staff, and always willing to make you feel as home.
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
125 reviews
Price from
$83.75
1 night, 2 adults

Offering free WiFi throughout the property, a sun terrace with a swimming pool, garden and restaurant, Playa Grande Surf Camp is located in Playa Grande.

It had a great location. The downside was that there were not any stores close by that sold fresh produce.
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
267 reviews
Price from
$50
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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  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 1,164 reviews

    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.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 252 reviews

    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.

  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 504 reviews

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

  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 33 reviews

    Providing free WiFi throughout the property, a sun terrace with a swimming pool, garden and bar, Pupa House - Capsule Hotel - Adults Only is located in Tamarindo. Guests can enjoy garden views.

  • Budget options available
    Review score
    6.1
    Pleasant · 270 reviews

    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...

    Guest review
    Very nice host, good location, friendly people, and access to the kitchen, Perfect place for serfing lovers
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    Review score
    7.4
    Good · 334 reviews

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

    Guest review
    The guy at the front desk was so nice and helpful. The place is clean and the location is perfect.
  • Review score
    6.4
    Pleasant · 268 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    so nice place for youth travelers ! the bed is great
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    Located in Tamarindo, a few steps from Tamarindo Beach, The Backside House provides a tour desk and free WiFi. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service.

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  • Avg. price/night: $90.40
    Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 33 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.
    Guest review by
    Mason
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $126
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 241 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!
    Guest review by
    Abigail
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $56.50
    Review score
    6.1
    Pleasant · 270 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $67.80
    Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 504 reviews
    Such a nice hostel! Staff were super friendly, everything was clean, great location and lovely pool and communal areas.
    Guest review by
    Emily
    Solo traveler
  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 263 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 traveler
  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 263 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
    Guest review by
    Amélianne
    Young couple
  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 263 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.
    Guest review by
    Kareen
    Solo traveler
  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 263 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.
    Guest review by
    Angelina
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $67.80
    Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 504 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. :)))
    Guest review by
    Sosa
    Solo traveler