Best Hostels in Drake Bay
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Beach access
Casa Jade
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
Surf & Turf Information Center is located within a 1-km distance of the Drake Bay hostel and Bahia Drake is nearly a 10-minute ride away.
This comfortable hostel is also located not far from Naturaseekers.
Casa Jade hostel boasts 14 rooms, all of which have a balcony, as well as views of the garden.
Casa Jade
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
Casa Jade
Surf & Turf Information Center is located within a 1-km distance of the Drake Bay hostel and Bahia Drake is nearly a 10-minute ride away.
This comfortable hostel is also located not far from Naturaseekers.
Casa Jade hostel boasts 14 rooms, all of which have a balcony, as well as views of the garden.
Greenpoint Drake Bay
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Terrace
- Garden area
The Drake Bay hostel is within a 3-km distance of the Red Beach.
This comfortable hostel enjoys a convenient location around a 25-minute stroll from the Naturaseekers.
Greenpoint Drake Bay
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Terrace
- Garden area
Greenpoint Drake Bay
The Drake Bay hostel is within a 3-km distance of the Red Beach.
This comfortable hostel enjoys a convenient location around a 25-minute stroll from the Naturaseekers.
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Beach access
Corcovado Adventures
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
The idyllic Rio Agujitas can be reached 2.3 km from the hostel.
Also, the Drake Bay accommodation is approximately 10 minutes by car from Naturaseekers.
Corcovado Adventures
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Corcovado Adventures
The idyllic Rio Agujitas can be reached 2.3 km from the hostel.
Also, the Drake Bay accommodation is approximately 10 minutes by car from Naturaseekers.
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Top location
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Beach access
Jacobin Hostel & Cabins
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Terrace
Staying at the Drake Bay hostel, guests can pay a visit to Drake Divers, located only 350 metres away. The hostel enjoys location about 5 minutes on foot from Playa Colorada.
The idyllic Rio Agujitas is not far from the accommodation.
Some of the private bathrooms at the Drake Bay hostel are appointed with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet to enhance guests' comfort. Also, the presence of bath sheets in the bathrooms ensures a comfortable stay.
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Terrace
Staying at the Drake Bay hostel, guests can pay a visit to Drake Divers, located only 350 metres away. The hostel enjoys location about 5 minutes on foot from Playa Colorada.
The idyllic Rio Agujitas is not far from the accommodation.
Some of the private bathrooms at the Drake Bay hostel are appointed with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet to enhance guests' comfort. Also, the presence of bath sheets in the bathrooms ensures a comfortable stay.
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Beach access
Life For Life Hostel: Sea Turtle Conservation at Drake Bay
- BBQ facilities
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Garden area
This Drake Bay hostel enjoys location a mere 50 metres from Playa Rincon.
The hostel is also located within 25 minutes' walk of Punta Rio Claro National Wildlife Refuge.
Life For Life Hostel: Sea Turtle Conservation at Drake Bay
- BBQ facilities
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Garden area
Life For Life Hostel: Sea Turtle Conservation at Drake Bay
This Drake Bay hostel enjoys location a mere 50 metres from Playa Rincon.
The hostel is also located within 25 minutes' walk of Punta Rio Claro National Wildlife Refuge.
Ceiba Ganadito
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
The Drake Bay hostel is 4.4 km from Naturaseekers.
Also, this comfortable hostel is nearly 30 minutes on foot from Drake.
Ceiba Ganadito
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
Ceiba Ganadito
The Drake Bay hostel is 4.4 km from Naturaseekers.
Also, this comfortable hostel is nearly 30 minutes on foot from Drake.
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Beach access
Corcovado Guest House
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
This Drake Bay hostel is also about 10 minutes' drive from Drake Divers.
Surf & Turf Information Center is 3.5 km from the hostel.
The 2-room Corcovado hostel provides rooms with a patio and a balcony and such comforts as air conditioning.
Corcovado Guest House
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Terrace
Corcovado Guest House
This Drake Bay hostel is also about 10 minutes' drive from Drake Divers.
Surf & Turf Information Center is 3.5 km from the hostel.
The 2-room Corcovado hostel provides rooms with a patio and a balcony and such comforts as air conditioning.
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Great deal
Ecobosque Del Mar
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Divine Dolphin is only a few steps from the hostel, while Aeropuerto de Bahia Drake airport is 5 km away. The idyllic Rio Agujitas can be reached 2.4 km from this Drake Bay hostel.
Also, the 4-room Ecobosque Del Mar hostel is within a 10-minute drive of Surf & Turf Information Center.
Ecobosque Del Mar
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Ecobosque Del Mar
Divine Dolphin is only a few steps from the hostel, while Aeropuerto de Bahia Drake airport is 5 km away. The idyllic Rio Agujitas can be reached 2.4 km from this Drake Bay hostel.
Also, the 4-room Ecobosque Del Mar hostel is within a 10-minute drive of Surf & Turf Information Center.
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Guest favorite
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Beach access
Cascada Verde Eco Lodge & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Full body massage
- Sun terrace
Staying at the hostel, guests can pay a visit to the Uvita Waterfall, located around 10 minutes' walk away. Bahia can be reached 2.4 km from the property.
Also, the Uvita hostel is a 15-minute ride from Marino Ballena National Park.
Some rooms include an adjoining terrace and a balcony, and self-catering options such as coffee/tea making equipment.
Cascada Verde Eco Lodge & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Full body massage
- Sun terrace
Cascada Verde Eco Lodge & Hostel
Staying at the hostel, guests can pay a visit to the Uvita Waterfall, located around 10 minutes' walk away. Bahia can be reached 2.4 km from the property.
Also, the Uvita hostel is a 15-minute ride from Marino Ballena National Park.
Some rooms include an adjoining terrace and a balcony, and self-catering options such as coffee/tea making equipment.
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Best-rated
Bolita Trails And Lodging
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Garden area
The hostel is located around 6 km from the local family farm "Rancho Raices de Osa" and just a 13-minute walk from Sendero El Tigre. This Dos Brazos hostel is located in proximity to Viewpoint and 34 km from Pavones.
Bolita Trails And hostel comprises 16 rooms that include a kitchenette and a dining area and overlook the garden.
Bolita Trails And Lodging
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Garden area
Bolita Trails And Lodging
The hostel is located around 6 km from the local family farm "Rancho Raices de Osa" and just a 13-minute walk from Sendero El Tigre. This Dos Brazos hostel is located in proximity to Viewpoint and 34 km from Pavones.
Bolita Trails And hostel comprises 16 rooms that include a kitchenette and a dining area and overlook the garden.
Cool Vibes Beach Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Plunge pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Garden area
Costa Rica Surf Camp is located within a few blocks of the hostel.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Playa Dominicalito Beach, which is 3.1 km away.
Cool Vibes Beach Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Plunge pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Garden area
Cool Vibes Beach Hostel
Costa Rica Surf Camp is located within a few blocks of the hostel.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Playa Dominicalito Beach, which is 3.1 km away.
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Beach access
Flutterby House Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Concierge desk
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
The comfortable hostel is also 4.5 km from the Playa Hermosa.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Marino Ballena National Park, which is a 14-minute walk away.
Flutterby House Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Concierge desk
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
Flutterby House Hostel
The comfortable hostel is also 4.5 km from the Playa Hermosa.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to Marino Ballena National Park, which is a 14-minute walk away.
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Beach access
Yubarta Lodge
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Outdoor swimming pool
Marino Ballena National Park is within reach of the comfortable hostel.
The Costa Ballena Directory can also be found about 10 minutes' walk away.
Yubarta Lodge
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Outdoor swimming pool
Yubarta Lodge
Marino Ballena National Park is within reach of the comfortable hostel.
The Costa Ballena Directory can also be found about 10 minutes' walk away.
Shipwrecked Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Full body massage
- Sun terrace
Osa Costa Rica is also situated a mere 0.9 km away.
This Uvita hostel is situated in the vicinity of Costa Ballena Directory.
Shipwrecked Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Full body massage
- Sun terrace
Shipwrecked Hostel
Osa Costa Rica is also situated a mere 0.9 km away.
This Uvita hostel is situated in the vicinity of Costa Ballena Directory.
Hostel Esperanza
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Garden area
This Pavones hostel is right around the corner from Sea Kings Surf Shop.
Playa Pavones can also be found just 8 minutes' walk away.
Hostel Esperanza
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Garden area
Hostel Esperanza
This Pavones hostel is right around the corner from Sea Kings Surf Shop.
Playa Pavones can also be found just 8 minutes' walk away.
La Palapa Hut Nature Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
This Puerto Jimenez hostel is also 2.1 km from Puntarenitas.
Playa Platanares is about 25 minutes on foot from the hostel.
La Palapa Hut Nature hostel offers 36 rooms with a seating area and a kitchenette and such comforts as air conditioning.
La Palapa Hut Nature Hostel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Terrace
La Palapa Hut Nature Hostel
This Puerto Jimenez hostel is also 2.1 km from Puntarenitas.
Playa Platanares is about 25 minutes on foot from the hostel.
La Palapa Hut Nature hostel offers 36 rooms with a seating area and a kitchenette and such comforts as air conditioning.
Mango Coliving Rooms For Digital Nomads
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
- Plunge pool
Farmacia Costa Ballena is in proximity to this Uvita hostel, and natural sites like Marino Ballena National Park are 850 metres away. The comfortable hostel is also about 25 minutes on foot from Uvita Waterfall.
The accommodation is also located only 1.8 km from Catarata uvita.
Mango Coliving Rooms For Digital Nomads
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
- Plunge pool
Mango Coliving Rooms For Digital Nomads
Farmacia Costa Ballena is in proximity to this Uvita hostel, and natural sites like Marino Ballena National Park are 850 metres away. The comfortable hostel is also about 25 minutes on foot from Uvita Waterfall.
The accommodation is also located only 1.8 km from Catarata uvita.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Drake Bay, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Casa Jade |
8.7 / 10 (430 Reviews) |
From 31$ | |
| Greenpoint Drake Bay |
8.3 / 10 (298 Reviews) |
From 21$ | |
| Corcovado Adventures |
8.2 / 10 (222 Reviews) |
From 48$ | |
| Jacobin Hostel & Cabins |
8.3 / 10 (102 Reviews) |
From 14$ | |
| Life For Life Hostel: Sea Turtle Conservation at Drake Bay |
8.9 / 10 (64 Reviews) |
From 40$ |
More accommodations in Drake Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What budget hostels are best for beach lovers in Drake Bay?
Cool Vibes Beach Hostel and Flutterby House Hostel are both close to the beach, offering a laid-back atmosphere. You can enjoy activities like snorkeling and sunbathing just steps away from your accommodation.
Visit the beach early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds and enjoy cooler temperatures.
Which budget hostels in Drake Bay offer great views?
Cascada Verde Eco Lodge & Hostel and La Palapa Hut Nature Hostel provide stunning views of the surrounding nature. You can relax and enjoy the scenery right from your accommodations.
Request a room on the upper floors to maximize your view of the lush surroundings.
What budget hostels near Corcovado National Park should I consider?
Bolita Trails And Lodging and Life For Life Hostel are excellent choices. Both hostels are a short distance from the park entrance, ideal for early hikes.
Plan your trip to the park during weekdays when it is less crowded and wildlife sightings are better.
Which budget hostels are best for socializing in Drake Bay?
Shipwrecked Hostel and Jacobin Hostel & Cabins are popular for their communal areas and social activities. They often host events that encourage interaction among guests.
Join group activities or happy hours to meet fellow travelers and make new friends.
What budget-friendly hostels cater to eco-conscious travelers?
Greenpoint Drake Bay and Ecobosque Del Mar focus on sustainability and eco-friendly practices. You can feel good about your stay while enjoying the local environment.
Consider using public transport or biking to explore the area to reduce your carbon footprint.
Which budget hostels offer a great location for exploring local wildlife?
Yubarta Lodge and Corcovado Adventures are strategically located near wildlife viewing spots. They provide easy access for tours and excursions into nature.
Book your wildlife tours ahead of time to secure your preferred dates and times.
What are the best budget hostels for family stays in Drake Bay?
Casa Jade and Hostel Esperanza are suitable choices for families, providing spacious accommodations. They offer family rooms and are located near family-friendly activities.
Look for hostels with kitchens, so you can prepare meals and save on dining costs during your stay.
How can I save money while visiting Drake Bay?
Opt for budget hostels like Flutterby House Hostel and Mango Coliving Rooms For Digital Nomads. They offer affordable rates and often have kitchen facilities to help control food costs.
Bring reusable water bottles and snacks for day trips to limit expenses on the go.
What unique experiences can I have in Drake Bay?
Consider guided tours like snorkeling at Caño Island or whale watching trips. These activities showcase the natural beauty of the area and provide memorable experiences.
Book tours during the off-peak season (May to November) to find discounted rates.
How can I get around Drake Bay easily?
Walking is effective for getting around town, but local taxis or shared shuttle services are available for longer distances. Keep some cash handy for transportation needs.
Use local transport options for organized day trips to parks and beaches as they are more convenient and cost-effective.
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