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The 10 Best Hostels in Tamarindo, Costa Rica

Some of the best backpacker spots in Tamarindo

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Set in Tamarindo and with Tamarindo Beach reachable within 600 metres, Mai Ke Kai Surf House offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

The hostel offers a barbecue.

Really nice vibe here. Lovely owners and homey feel. Felt like a big share house! Facilities were great (except one bathroom for 10 ppl). Great quiet location.

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9.2
Superb
142 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 300 metres from Tamarindo Beach.

Hostel La Botella de Leche is 5 minutes’ walk from Tamarindo town centre and 1 hour’s drive from Daniel Oduber International Airport.

Great location walking distance from the beach

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8.3
Very good
1,129 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Situated in Tamarindo, 700 metres from Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo Backpackers features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The hostel has an outdoor swimming pool and a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

Comfy beds and clean facilities. The kitchen was great. The staff were awesome. Marco who runs the hostel is also a surf instructor and gave me quality surf lessons. He also helped me get a ride to the airport from one of his friends. It’s super easy to meet fellow travelers here and I met a bunch of cool people during my stay. It’s not a party hostel, but it’s still easy to find people go out with.

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8.5
Very good
304 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

In a highly eco-friendly and relaxing place just a few steps from the beach and from Tamarindo town centre, Tamarindo Hostel & Surf Camp offers the possibility to stay in the camping area, in the hammocks or in the comfortable Hostel in a tropical setting.

Our room was a decent size, spotlessly clean and good WiFi connection. We had a double room, but most of the other guests were sharing. Good facilities and friendly staff.

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8.4
Very good
245 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Casa Aura offers accommodation in Tamarindo Beach.

The rooms have wooden decor and a private stone bathroom equipped with a shower. A flat-screen TV with cable channels is provided and also there is a patio.

The best shared dorm, everything was super clean, the staff were incredibly nice and helpful, the breakfast was very good and the views and friendly iguanas unbeatable! I came for two days and stayed 9 :D highly recommend

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8.2
Very good
314 reviews

Pura Vida Hostel is located in Tamarindo, 1.3 km from Grande Beach, Tamarindo beach is located within a 5-minutes walk the downtown area is situated at 0.6 km.

Pura Vida Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms and a garden. Offering a terrace, the property is located within 1.5 km of Langosta Beach. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

BEST PLACE TO STAY FOR SOLO TRAVELERS. ADAPTABILITY IS A MUST IF YOU WILL STAY FOR A FEW DAYS. MAT, THE OWNER PROVIDE GOOD COFFE. THIS IS THE #1 PLACE AT TAMARINDO FOR THE CHEAPER PRICE YOU WILL EVER FIND. FROM MY POINT OF VIEW, AND IF YOU DISAGREEE WITH THIS COMMENT IF DUE TO YOUR LACK OF VISION AND CONFIDENCE.

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5.9
Review score
238 reviews

Tsunami Surf Hostel is located a 2-minute walk from the beachfront in the surfing hotspot of Tamarindo. This guest house offers free WiFi, a shared kitchen and a tropical garden with hammocks.

Each simple room at the Tsunami Surf Hostel offers bright décor, tiled floors and bed linen. Bathrooms include a bath or shower.

the host was super helpful and extremely nice. we extended our stay twice and he had no problems with it.

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7
Good
417 reviews
Price from
£72
per night

Offering a restaurant, Coral Reef Surf Hostel and Camp is located in Tamarindo. Surf lessons are provided.

The hostel features a furnished patio, TV-corner, ping pong tables and barbecue facilities. There is surfboard storage space and the property has a tour desk at the reception where staff can help guests arrange an array of tours.

The location is in the best spot in town! Right on the main road so lots of places to eat, markets less than 3 minutes away, and less than 4 minutes to the best spots on the beach, and both the best clubs were neighbors to the hostel! (Directly across the street as well as in the beside ally. The hostel was very accommodating; kitchens with full use at any time, no curfew on the building, multiple showers and toilets, discount at neighboring restaurant, an amazing common area. . Would recommend this hostel to anyone!

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6.3
Review score
326 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Each room comes with air conditioning or fan, safes and lockers. Dorm rooms have fans or AC (from 9PM - 9AM) Some rooms also have a private patio and a terrace with hammocks and tropical garden views. Extras include fresh bed linen and towels.

Was really good!! the vibes of the place and the staff there amazing! i really recommend this place

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7.4
Good
592 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Located in Tamarindo and with Tamarindo Beach reachable within 1.1 km, Pupa House provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant. The hostel offers garden views and a sun terrace.

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10
Exceptional
2 reviews
Price from
£23
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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  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 142 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 traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 142 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
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 142 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 traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 142 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 traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 499 reviews
    Great location close to everything, clean, quiet, and safe, and great breakfast! Recommended for anyone visiting Tamarindo.
    Alex
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 142 reviews
    Very spacious dormitory..it was so big the AC could not cool the room adequately despite 2 ceiling fans . And when you are using the lower bunk bed. Owners very helpful.
    Yu Chuan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £45.03
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 592 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 traveller
  • 8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 393 reviews
    Tamarindo Blue Apartments were very spacious for the 4 of us, we were given plenty of towels. The staff were friendly and even did 4 loads of washing on a tip basis, very useful for backpackers. It is in a great location, just a short walk to the shops and beach. Overall an excellent stay.
    Jack
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £70.92
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,130 reviews
    One of the best Hostels I ever went to. The stuff is very friendly and helpful. The kitchen is great. Everything is really clean.
    Steffen
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £45.03
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 417 reviews
    We did not have high expectations for Tamarindo, but ended up loving our time there - mainly because of the hostel. The owner is very sweet and helpful, it is easy to meet people in the common kitchen area and the 10-minute walk into town makes for a calm atmosphere out of the party district. On a backpackers budget, Tsunami hostel is really good value for your money. We felt very welcome here.
    Johanne
    Young couple
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