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Pura Vida Hostel

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hostel with coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge

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Lobby sitting area
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Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor | Interior detail
Basic Shared Dormitory, Accessible, Private Bathroom
Property entrance
Just steps from Tamarindo Beach, Pura Vida Hostel offers a laid-back vibe with local cuisine breakfasts. Unwind in the garden, while kids enjoy the playground and arcade. High-speed WiFi keeps you connected, and nearby cycling routes invite exploration.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tonight

Sept 29 - Sept 30
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Tomorrow

Sept 30 - Oct 1
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Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden Area

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden Area

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Garden View

Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Garden View

Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Economy Double Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Economy Double Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Economy Double Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the area

Located in Tamarindo, Pura Vida Hostel is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Las Baulas National Marine Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Church are two other places to visit that come recommended. Scuba diving offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with skydiving, ziplining and cave exploring nearby.
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Map
Calle Guanacaste Tamarindo, 100m East From Banco National, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309

What's nearby

  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Playa Langosta - 8 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 28 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Grande Beach - 30 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chiquita’s - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Oveja Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dragonfly Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪HandleBar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Pura Vida Hostel

Family-friendly hostel near Tamarindo Beach
Located close to WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Grande Beach, Pura Vida Hostel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/games room.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in and supervised childcare (surcharge)
Room features
All guest rooms at Pura Vida Hostel offer perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Portable fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 12

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 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 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately USD 5 for adults and from USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per person (return)

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 mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Pura Vida Hostel Tamarindo
Pura Vida Hostel
Pura Vida Tamarindo
Pura Vida Guesthouse Hotel Tamarindo
Pura Vida Guesthouse And Hostel
Pura Vida Hostel Tamarindo
Pura Vida Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Pura Vida Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Tamarindo

Frequently asked questions

Is Pura Vida Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Pura Vida Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pura Vida Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Pura Vida Hostel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Pura Vida Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 20 per person applies.

Where is Pura Vida Hostel located?

This family-friendly Tamarindo hostel is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach. Tamarindo Church and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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