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Pura Vida Hostel

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Located close to WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach, Pura Vida Hostel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and an arcade/game room.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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

A bedroom with two beds, an air conditioner, a chair, and a door.

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

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A room with two beds, a colorful mural, a small table, and a window with curtains.

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

  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A bedroom with two beds, a window with red curtains, and a wall with abstract graffiti.

Economy Double Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Private Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A small, cozy room with two beds, a window, a mosquito net, and a wooden chair.

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Private Bathroom

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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 check out 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. Visit our Tamarindo travel guide
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50309, Guanacaste, Tamarindo, Calle Guanacaste Tamarindo, 100m East From Banco National

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a beach, boats, and dense greenery.
    Tamarindo Beach
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a winding river, and a residential area with buildings on a hillside.
    Playa Langosta
    10 min drive - 2.5 km
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tamarindo Church
    10 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    41 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sharky's Sports Bar
    4 min walk
  • Sol Bakery
    7 min walk
  • Chiquita’s
    4 min walk
  • Medusa Bar
    9 min walk
  • La Berrakera
    6 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 travelers may like the cycling at this hostel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/game room.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Express check-out, express check-in, and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Pura Vida Hostel have perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers.
  • Other 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 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

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 elevator

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

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

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 elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Pura Vida Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out 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 Las Baulas National Marine Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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