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Room2Board Hostel and Surf School

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel near Jacó Beach

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Fitness facility
Game room
Private Room 206b, Share Bathroom w/206a
Sports facility
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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200 Metros Oeste de la Clinica de Jaco, In front of the beach, Jacó, 61101
  • Place, Jacó Walk Shopping Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Neo Fauna
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Jacó Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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Private Room 205a, Share Bathroom w/205b

Private Room 205a, Share Bathroom w/205b

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Private Room 205b, Share Bathroom w/205a

Private Room 205b, Share Bathroom w/205a

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Private Room 206a, Share Bathroom w/206b

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Private Room 206b, Share Bathroom w/206a

Private Room 206b, Share Bathroom w/206a

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room 1

Room 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room 2

Room 2

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room

Room 303

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room101/5

Room101/5

  • Ocean view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 104

Room 104

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room 204

Room 204

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room

Room 301

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 302

Room 302

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Jacó

On the beach.Stay at this Jacó hostel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Jacó Walk Shopping Center and 2 miles (3 km) of Jacó Beach. Neo Fauna and Teatro Jacó are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Neo Fauna - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Jacó Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Teatro Jacó - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Marina Los Sueños - 28 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jet Fuel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Moka Café - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Point - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tsunami Sushi - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Soda Marea Alta - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School

Beachfront hostel near Jacó Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room.

WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This Jacó hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Room2Board Hostel and Surf School offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with ceiling fans. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:00 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 13 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 20.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 8 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 13 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Room2Board Hostel Surf School Jaco
Room2Board Hostel Surf School
Room2Board Surf School Jaco
Room2Board Surf School
Room2Board Hostel And Surf School Costa Rica/Jaco
Room2Board Hostel Surf School
Room2Board Hostel and Surf School Jacó

Frequently asked questions

How close is Room2Board Hostel and Surf School to the airport?

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School is 71.9 mi (205-min drive) away from the Tambor (TMU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School?

As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School on Jun 28, 2026 start from $98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Room2Board Hostel and Surf School have an airport shuttle?

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 100 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Room2Board Hostel and Surf School to the beach?

This hostel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Room2Board Hostel and Surf School offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 4 and 8 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Room2Board Hostel and Surf School have a pool?

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School features an outdoor pool.

Does Room2Board Hostel and Surf School have a restaurant?

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School is home to Chili Guaros, which features international cuisine and happy hour.

Does Room2Board Hostel and Surf School have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Room2Board Hostel and Surf School to downtown Jacó?

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School is 0.5 mi away from Jacó.

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 75 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camielle

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

Awesome spot!

The staff is so friendly and helpful. This place is great. Clean, comfortable and so close to the beach. Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Isayra

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

Chill vibes, surf oriented hostel.

Great place for young people, especially if you want to go surf. Nice and friendly place. Laid back. Expect music and a youthful party vibe, very chill vibes.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wilber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is nice thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best rooms are the private with shared bathrooms. The view is great from this room. And the bathroom was always well kept. There is lack of internet in the fully private rooms, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Christine

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only good thing about this property is the location. I had a private room. The room looked good when you first enter and it has AC. However, the wifi did not work in my room, only the common area. When I was about to go to bed, I noticed there were ants crawling all over the two beds! There were ants also in the bathroom. I tired to contact the concierge (which are just people in their 20’s working there) but they clock out at 11pm.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being a surf hostel, the place is run by young 20 year olds. Which is just something to be aware of in terms of the professionalism and unwarranted sassyness lol. I also thought it was a little pricey compared to its competitors in the area. It wasn’t very busy when my friend and I stayed and it gave off a very cliquey vibe. Other than that it’s literally steps away from the beach and is within reasonable walking distance to the rest of Jacó. Also loved the ample parking for our rental car.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yadira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es un lugar bonito divertido cerca de todo y con muy buena atención
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very clean and fun hostel where the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo limpio y el personal muy agradable!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Solo trip

Hostel was great, awesome bar and pool setup, friendly staff, and everyone looking to hang even w current COVID conditions. Great for solo travelers.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Carlita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was really fun and the staff were all kind and super helpful. The room and bathroom were nice the only issue was the bathroom door was broken off the hinge. Really nice to be right on the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
La proximité avec la plage, le personnel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente lugar
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great experience. First time staying in a hostel, and I think they set the bar too high :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

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

2room

Todo salió bien todo fue tranquilo, buen establecimiento, limpio y cómodo.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Happy with Room2Board

Hostel is perfectly located on the beach, pool and bar area are very good for relaxing rooms and overall was very clean, only issue was the pillows and bed sheets were not comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Madeline

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Hostel stay

My friends and I stayed in a room with a queen bed and a single bed with a shared bathroom. The room was great! However, there were aunts EVERYWHERE on the wall next to the single bed. I was so thrown off by them and they were in the sheets as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

I had a great time and I would go back.

I almost didn’t stay at Room2Board— they are VERY Instagram-friendly, and I am not exactly the IG demographic. That said, I am glad I didn’t get scared off! Room2Board was clean and friendly, and they were strict about quiet hours starting at 11 pm, so no worries about pounding music all night. My only two comments are SUPER minor: it would be great if they provided hooks in the rooms to hang up wet/damp clothes, especially since they don’t want you to hang clothes out on the balconies, and the free coffee doesn’t actually start at 5 am like the signs in the room say- it starts at 7 am.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is such a great hostel. I had a private room with a shared bathroom. Staff was friendly and the place was big, bright and clean. Right by the beach for great surfing. 10/10. Even got to watch nfl by the pool in the big projector Close to a few good bars for night life. Don’t go alone at night. Jaco is high risk if you are out alone at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Alberto

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

Claro que volveríamos!

Muy bien, sólo que colchón adicional desinflado. Excelente atención, personas muy atentas, muy bonito ambiente!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent price and environment especially u love surfing and great party !! There are many awesome guys and make me sooooo happy, absolutely I wanna go back again !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There is a reason why this place is rated “best hostel in Costa Rica”. Clean, cool vibe, really nice pool, great location. This place is fantastic. My only gripe was that the free morning coffee wasn’t more than luke-warm. I’d still gladly go back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

lucia patricia

Elevator was not working Lobby staff not able to help all time, many answers like "i dont know"
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

R2B will be our go-to in Jaco

R2B had such a fun atmosphere, was steps to the beach, and had awesome happy hour specials!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

Great location and value

Great hotel! Had happy hour 3 times a day, right by the beach and cheap surf rentals. They even had yoga on the roof.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019