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The 10 Best Hostels in Santa Teresa Beach, Costa Rica

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Set in Santa Teresa Beach, 300 metres from Santa Teresa Beach, ICO Living Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

ICO is my favourite hostel that I have ever stayed at. The people that work there really go over and beyond to make sure you are welcomed, and have everything you need. Best hostel in Santa Teresa and the dorm beds are big, and comfortable. I stayed on the top bunk and really enjoyed it. The room was very spacious, clean, cool with A\C and large ensuite bathroom with shower. The open air kitchen & hammocks are perfect place to meet people and hang out.

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9.1
Superb
460 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Situated in Santa Teresa, Surf Garden Zeneidas offers a shared lounge with TV and library, communal kitchen and free WiFi. All rooms have a garden view. The property offers surf lessons and boards rental

The location is amazing to surf Santa Teresa beach. There are some nice places to eat nearby and the kitchen at the hostel is well equiped. It’s great place to hang out and meet people too.

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8.3
Very good
1,017 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Located in Santa Teresa Beach, within 300 metres of Carmen Beach and 400 metres of Santa Teresa Beach, Hostel Tuanis Surf Camp provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 2.8 km from Mar Azul, 14 km from Montezuma Waterfal and 39 km from Tortuga Island. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a garden view.

It is very good location, close to Beach, restaurants and supermarket. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, and the kitchen was well equipped. Also the owner was so friendly and helpful, and really made it an amazing stay!

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8
Very good
101 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Situated in Santa Teresa Beach, within 200 metres of Santa Teresa Beach and 1.2 km of Carmen Beach, Casa del Sol features accommodation with a garden and a bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. Located around 15 km from Montezuma Waterfal, the hostel is also 40 km away from Tortuga Island. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and organising tours for guests.

super clean and most specially the employees and the owner are super nice. Louis and Tomas are the real MVP in Santa Teresa

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8.3
Very good
290 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Located in Santa Teresa Beach, 200 metres from Carmen Beach, El Gato Rojas Surf Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. Located around 500 metres from Santa Teresa Beach, the hostel with free WiFi is also 2.7 km away from Mar Azul. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

i loved everything about it, the people, the vibe, the value for the mean and it has a lot of common areas to chill and connect with other travelers and surfers

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8
Very good
951 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Situated in Santa Teresa Beach, within 60 metres of Santa Teresa Beach and 1.6 km of Carmen Beach, Salty Enthusiasts Share House & Villas features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Montezuma Waterfal is 15 km away and Tortuga Island is 40 km from the hostel.

First of all, this is the most comfortable hostel i have ever stayed and i am sure this will f*ck up my travels because I will never find a hostel this good. Most important for me was my bed; it was comfy (140x200cm/queensize) had a LOT of privacy and because this hostel is not a party hostel i could sleep in peace. Second the vibe is very laid back, i feel if you're here for a couple of days you could easily keep people. Everything is cleaned once per day and reasonably clean, i feel like the bathroom (shower) could use a deep cleaning. Because i liked it so so much, i extended my stay and was here for over a month. For me it feels like home, would definitely come back and recommend 10/10! Pura vida and thanks to Uki, Tule and their team <3

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8.7
Fabulous
421 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Akih Pods Hostel has bar, a shared lounge and garden in Santa Teresa Beach. Boasting a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Great staff great location excellent vibe

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7.1
Good
208 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

This place is famous for world-class surfing. Surrounded by a broad strip of forest that frames an endless beach, Santa Teresa location is famous warm water, constant waves for surfers, warm weather all year round, and nature. The Property also offer you the option of having a coworker space and some relaxation at our second property in Santa Teresa South.

Accommodations include dorms and private rooms. You will find a shared kitchen at the property.You can also play billiards at the hostel.

What I really liked the most was to know new people from different countries. This place receives many tourists from different places around the globe and that’s what make it so special and unique!

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7.5
Good
326 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Mini Hostel Santa Teresa is located 100 metres from the surf break and beach in Santa Teresa. Surrounded by tropical gardens, it features a swimming pool, shared kitchen and free WiFi in communal areas.

The property’s rustic dormitory rooms include a shared bathroom. Guests also have the option of a rustic bungalow or a private room.

Lovely pool to cool down in. Social areas with hammocks. Really friendly and helpful staff, especially Sofi. She really helped us out when i wasn’t feeling well and quickly arranged for a room to be clean so we could check in early. Immaculate rooms which were spacious and comfortable beds. Fridge in the room was ideal and a kitchen to cook in. Also hot water in the shower. Great stay and I would highly recommend the place.

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7.3
Good
487 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

Cabinas Playa Surf Hostel is located in the centre of Santa Teresa , 50 metres away from the La Lora surf spot of Playa Santa Teresa.

Cabinas Playa Surf Hostel offers an on-site restaurant, a shared lounge, communal kitchen and free WiFi. The rooms at this property include a small balcony, garden views and a bathroom in each room with a shower and toilet.

Great location, very big and clean rooms, helpful and friendly staff Good vibes

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7.9
Good
256 reviews
Price from
£22
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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  • Zeneidas Surf Garden
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,017 reviews

    Situated in Santa Teresa, Surf Garden Zeneidas offers a shared lounge with TV and library, communal kitchen and free WiFi. All rooms have a garden view.

    Amazing location, great people in the hostel and perfect for surf.

  • Casa del Sol
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 290 reviews

    Situated in Santa Teresa Beach, within 200 metres of Santa Teresa Beach and 1.2 km of Carmen Beach, Casa del Sol features accommodation with a garden and a bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    So beautiful place, so peaceful, nice people and staff!

  • El Gato Rojas Surf Hostel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 951 reviews

    Located in Santa Teresa Beach, 200 metres from Carmen Beach, El Gato Rojas Surf Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    Very friendly staff, perfect location and comfortable facilities!

  • Salty Enthusiasts Share House & Villas
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 421 reviews

    Situated in Santa Teresa Beach, within 60 metres of Santa Teresa Beach and 1.6 km of Carmen Beach, Salty Enthusiasts Share House & Villas features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout...

    Best female dorm I have ever stayed in. Large room with large beds allowed everyone to have enough space.

  • Selina Santa Teresa North
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 329 reviews

    This place is famous for world-class surfing. Surrounded by a broad strip of forest that frames an endless beach, Santa Teresa location is famous warm water, constant waves for surfers, warm weather...

    Muy bien ubicado, buena piscina y acceso a la playa.

  • Pura Vida Mini Hostel Santa Teresa
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 488 reviews

    Mini Hostel Santa Teresa is located 100 metres from the surf break and beach in Santa Teresa.

    Outdoor Kitchen. The Pool. Family atmosphere <3

  • Cabinas Playa Surf Hostel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 260 reviews

    Cabinas Playa Surf Hostel is located in the centre of Santa Teresa , 50 metres away from the La Lora surf spot of Playa Santa Teresa.

    The crew is really nice and helps you in whatever you need

  • La Posada - Hostel
    Budget options available
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 364 reviews

    La Posada is located 4 minutes’ walk from Santa Teresa Beach and 5 km from Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve. It features free WiFi in all areas. The property offers private rooms and shared dorms.

    super clean, super nice, great recommendations and excellent facilities!

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Hostels that guests love in Santa Teresa Beach

  • Avg. price/night: £86.91
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 364 reviews
    -Spacious, clean room with nice hammock outside -Cheap stay in santa teresa when the area is very expensive -Location is ideal to get around
    Lucy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £57.82
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,017 reviews
    The ‘beach house’ is definitely something you wouldn’t typically find in a hostel and has possibly one of the best locations in Santa Teresa. Highly recommended to get assigned a room there as it feels more like an independent ‘airbnb’ and one of my best hostel experiences ever
    Loris
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £27.02
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 101 reviews
    A clean hostel. The owner is really interested in offering a good stay for the guests. Rents surf boards for a cheap price.
    Christopher
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £40.53
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 951 reviews
    Hostel is in a great location. It has two big communal kitchens and a great hang out space for guests.
    Andrea
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 216 reviews
    Loved everything about my stay at Ventura. It all looks just like the photos and great location very close to the beach. Roy, David, and Joel on the front desk were super helpful and I felt very safe.
    Nadia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £40.53
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 951 reviews
    I like that they have cheap surfboards for rent and that the layout of the hostel would be nice, if it were properly managed.
    stieger
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £40.53
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 951 reviews
    Best hostel in town! The chill zone is big and confortable with a lot of couches and hammocks, the kitchen is well equipped, the rooms are clean, the staff has a good energy, always smiley and ready to help and giving advices! Good vibes and good Energies for an amazing stay 🤙🏻 Pura Vida
    Lucy Müller
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £33.32
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 460 reviews
    Hands down the best hostel i’ve been to. I mean, double beds duh … + the managers are the sweetest people i’ve met there
    Kenza
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £33.32
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 460 reviews
    Marco was very nice and helpful. The beds are amazing (double sized bunk beds) and were very clean. Very chill but still social vibe. Across from Selina North and close to the best surf beach of Santa Teresa. I visited when it was very new so a few things missed but I think these things will soon come! Till now one of the best hostel experiences I’ve had so far!!
    Emanuel Ismail
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £40.53
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 951 reviews
    The hostel felt like home. The communal outdoor kitchen was a great place to gather, have a laugh, and share some drinks. I would recommend the surf lessons a 100%. You can tell, Marcus is very passionate as well as all the other instructors (Ruddy, Luis, Oscar). They made us feel safe and have a wonderful time. I only booked to nights, but ended up staying for 9 days! I would fully recommend the Hostel,especially for Backpackers, as you will meet many wonderful travelers in the dorm. Also the price-performance ratio is unbeatable.
    Elisabeth
    Solo traveller
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