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Pura Vida Hostel

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hostel with bar/lounge, near WAYRA Institute of Spanish

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Lobby sitting area
Basic Shared Dormitory, Accessible, Private Bathroom | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor | Interior detail
Dining
Property entrance
Near Tamarindo Beach, Pura Vida Hostel welcomes you to a laid-back retreat. Enjoy local cuisine breakfast, unwind at the garden or play with your little ones in the playground and arcade/game room. With cycling nearby and high-speed WiFi available throughout your stay is sure to be an adventure.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden Area | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • 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 | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • 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 | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Private Bathroom | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
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

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

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

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

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

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 neighborhood

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
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 81 min drive
  • Nosara (NOB) - 110 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

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

About this property

Pura Vida Hostel

Pura Vida Hostel is just 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 12
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 12
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Beach nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Portable fan

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 20 per person (roundtrip)

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts mobile payments and cash.
Mobile payment options include: PayPal.

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

Are pets allowed at Pura Vida Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Pura Vida Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Pura Vida Hostel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 20 per person roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Pura Vida Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Pura Vida Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Diria (14-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Pura Vida Hostel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking, ecotours, and segway rentals. Enjoy amenities like an arcade and a garden.

What's the area around Pura Vida Hostel like?

Pura Vida Hostel is a short 7-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach and 7 minutes' walk from WAYRA Institute of Spanish.

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