Pura Vida Hostel
2.0 star property
Family-friendly stay near Tamarindo Beach
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Reviews
7.27.2 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
- Breakfast available
- Bar
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Air conditioning
- Parking included
Explore the area
Calle Guanacaste Tamarindo, 100m East From Banco National, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309
- WAYRA Institute of SpanishPlace, WAYRA Institute of Spanish7 min walk
- Tamarindo BeachPlace, Tamarindo Beach8 min walk
- Playa LangostaPlace, Playa Langosta8 min drive
- Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)91 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden Area
Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden Area
- 205 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Garden View
Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom, Garden View
- 205 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
View all photos for Economy Double Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Private Bathroom
Economy Double Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Private Bathroom
- 205 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Private Bathroom
Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Private Bathroom
- 161 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Basic Shared Dormitory
- Sleeps 5
- 5 Twin Bunk Beds
Basic Shared Dormitory
- Sleeps 8
- 8 Twin Bunk Beds
Basic Shared Dormitory
- Sleeps 5
- 5 Twin Bunk Beds
Basic Shared Dormitory
- Sleeps 4
- 4 Twin Bunk Beds
About the neighborhood
Tamarindo
Close to the beach.Your stay at this Tamarindo hostel places you within a 10-minute walk of WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach. Tamarindo Church is within 3 miles (5 km) and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course is within 12 miles (20 km).
What's nearby
- WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Tamarindo Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Playa Langosta - 8 min drive - 1.4 miles
- Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 28 min drive - 10.7 miles
- Grande Beach - 30 min drive - 10.9 miles
Getting around
- Tamarindo (TNO) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
- Sharky's Sports Bar - 5 min walk
- HandleBar - 5 min walk
- Nordico Coffee House - 4 min walk
- Chiquita’s - 4 min walk
- La Oveja Bar & Restaurant - 3 min walk
About this property
Pura Vida Hostel
Family-friendly stay near Tamarindo Beach
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Pura Vida Hostel. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tamarindo hostel.
- 9 guestrooms or units
- Supervised childcare (surcharge)
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Staff is multilingual
- Storage area for luggage
- Front-desk safe
- Tour and ticket information
- Concierge
- Game room or arcade
- Library
- Terrace
- Garden
- Newspapers in lobby (free)
- Television in lobby
- Smoking in designated areas
- Microwave in a common area
- Refrigerator in a common area
- Bar or lounge
- Coffee shop
Pura Vida Hostel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and portable fans. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided daily.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- Arcade/game room
- Laundry facilities
- Playground
- Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
- 24-hour roundtrip 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
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 elevator
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
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 are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per person (roundtrip)
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 mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
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.
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 cash, mobile payments, and PayPal. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.
We should mention
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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
How close is Pura Vida Hostel to the airport?
Pura Vida Hostel is 2.8 mi (8-min drive) away from the Tamarindo (TNO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Pura Vida Hostel have an airport shuttle?
Pura Vida Hostel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 20 per person, roundtrip.
How close is Pura Vida Hostel to the beach?
This hostel is a short 7-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach and 11.2 mi (34-min drive) from Grande Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Pura Vida Hostel offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at Pura Vida Hostel, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Is there a casino at Pura Vida Hostel?
No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Casino Diria (14-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Pura Vida Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.
Is there free parking at Pura Vida Hostel?
This hostel offers free self parking.
Does Pura Vida Hostel have a pool?
Pura Vida Hostel does not have a pool.
Does Pura Vida Hostel have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hostel.
How close is Pura Vida Hostel to downtown Tamarindo?
Pura Vida Hostel is 0.2 mi away from Tamarindo.