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Coral Reef Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
Coastal getaway near Tamarindo Beach combines sun-soaked relaxation with tasty meals at Longboards BBQ and comfortable amenities for a perfect beach retreat

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Coral Reef Surf Hostel sits just a short distance from Tamarindo Beach. Guests start their day with breakfast and can end it with dinner at Longboards BBQ. The garden patio provides a peaceful spot to relax, while practical amenities include laundry facilities and in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Economy Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Bed in 8-bed Dormitory

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Basic Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Basic Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

Located in Tamarindo, Coral Reef Surf Hostel is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours. Visit our Tamarindo travel guide
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Playa Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50503

What's nearby

  • Playa Tamarindo in Costa Rica
    Tamarindo Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Vista aérea de playa Langosta, Costa Rica
    Playa Langosta
    9 min drive - 2.1 km
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Casino Diria
    18 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    37 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Walter's
    3 min walk
  • Sharky's Sports Bar
    1 min walk
  • Medusa Bar
    3 min walk
  • Sol Bakery
    1 min walk
  • Nordico Coffee House
    1 min walk

About this property

Coral Reef Surf Hostel

Hostel near Tamarindo Beach
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Coral Reef Surf Hostel. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Longbaords BBQ, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and concierge services
  • Barbecues, luggage storage and free newspapers
Room features
All guest rooms at Coral Reef Surf Hostel boast perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to noon for a fee: USD 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Longbaords BBQ

Things to do

  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8 AM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 6.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

Property is also known as

Coral Reef Surf Hostel Guanacaste
Coral Reef Surf Hostel
Coral Reef Surf Guanacaste
Coral Reef Surf
Coral Reef Surf Hostel Tamarindo
Coral Reef Surf Tamarindo
Coral Reef Surf Hostel Tamarindo
Coral Reef Surf Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Coral Reef Surf Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Tamarindo

Frequently asked questions

Is Coral Reef Surf Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Coral Reef Surf Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Coral Reef Surf Hostel?

Check-in start time: 8 AM; check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Coral Reef Surf Hostel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Coral Reef Surf Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Coral Reef Surf Hostel located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Tamarindo hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach. Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Coral Reef Surf Hostel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gemütlicher Aufenthalt

Wir waren grundsätzlich sehr zufrieden. Das Preis Leistungsverhälntniss stimmt.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danilo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was comforting
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bien, el aire acondicionado goteaba
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alisson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exc!! Personal muy amable y el hotel muy centrico
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good location. We stayed two nights. Really kind and helpful staff. Kitchen gets crowded after 2 people are in it. Music (with loud and heavy base) is played at full volume until 4:30am. Luckily we had earplugs. I would suggest to management to have a noise restriction after a certain time, example after 11pm and before 6am.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Kara, Iowa, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and fellow travelers. Close to the beach. Very helpful to have a kitchen. The whole establishment was very clean and the beds were the most comfortable I have slept in during my two months in Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

200 meters away from the beach? Worth the discount

We looked around Tamarindo for the best hostel and landed on Coral Reef. It's off the beach so the price is about $10 a night cheaper than most places for a private room, and the place was an nice if not nicer than the spots we scouted down the road on the beach. We surfed every day and just the 20%? discount at the surf shop next door made the 5 minute longer walk to the surf worthwhile. Clean rooms, clean bathrooms, nice common area. If you're looking for a hostel in Tamarindo this place is solid.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great atmosphere Out door area great fior meeting people
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was great stay good people. Need to eliminate the smoke that comes from the resturant that flows through the common area in the morning kinda not nice to try to wake up to But overall I’ll stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Mimi, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice and cheap hostel

This hostel is a great place for the price and is very close to everything you need, including the beach and parties. Everything is clean and there is AC in every room. Just bring mosquito spray if you plan to chill in the lobby.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

2/10 Terrible

Adrien

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tres bruillant, à éviter,

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy centrico

Muy comodo y el personal muy atento. Los baños los mantienen muy limpios. Ademas hay lugares para comer muy cerca del hostel

8/10 Good

Victor

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Danny

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Josué

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort