Top Hostels in Playa Grande
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Top location
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Beach access
Playa Grande Surf Camp
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Marino Las Baulas National Park is 2.2 km from this hostel, while the Tamarindo Church is 2.1 km away.
Playa Grande Surf Camp
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Outdoor swimming pool
Playa Grande Surf Camp
The Marino Las Baulas National Park is 2.2 km from this hostel, while the Tamarindo Church is 2.1 km away.
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Private beach
Pipe House Playa Grande
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
The Playa Grande hostel is also around a 10-minute ride from the Marino Las Baulas National Park.
Pipe House Playa Grande
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Pipe House Playa Grande
The Playa Grande hostel is also around a 10-minute ride from the Marino Las Baulas National Park.
Hostel Dodero
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
The hostel is also located a short way from the Condega.
The La Carreta is 2.6 km from this Liberia hostel.
Hostel Dodero
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
Hostel Dodero
The hostel is also located a short way from the Condega.
The La Carreta is 2.6 km from this Liberia hostel.
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Great deal
Hostel Pura Vida En Liberia
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 5 per day
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Dry cleaning
The La Carreta is approximately 10 minutes by car from the hostel, while La Agonía is 19 minutes' walk away. Sports fans will appreciate Edgardo Baltodano Briceno Stadium, located 1.6 km from this Liberia hostel.
The Condega is in the vicinity of the Liberia accommodation.
Hostel Pura Vida En Liberia
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 5 per day
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Dry cleaning
Hostel Pura Vida En Liberia
The La Carreta is approximately 10 minutes by car from the hostel, while La Agonía is 19 minutes' walk away. Sports fans will appreciate Edgardo Baltodano Briceno Stadium, located 1.6 km from this Liberia hostel.
The Condega is in the vicinity of the Liberia accommodation.
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Best-rated
Hostel El Pretal
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Located 1.2 km from Edgardo Baltodano Briceno Stadium, the hostel is nearly a 20-minute walk from the Moracia. The cultural museum "Museo de Guanacaste" can be reached just a few steps from this Liberia hostel.
El Pretal hostel is 400 metres from the Immaculate Church of Concepción de María and 700 metres from the House of Culture.
Hostel El Pretal
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Hostel El Pretal
Located 1.2 km from Edgardo Baltodano Briceno Stadium, the hostel is nearly a 20-minute walk from the Moracia. The cultural museum "Museo de Guanacaste" can be reached just a few steps from this Liberia hostel.
El Pretal hostel is 400 metres from the Immaculate Church of Concepción de María and 700 metres from the House of Culture.
Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel - Tamarindo Costa Rica
- Shared kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Billiard tables
- Indoor swimming pool
The Super Compro is in the immediate vicinity of this hostel, while Tamarindo airport is 5 km away. Also, Playa Tamarindo is 250 metres away.
The Tamarindo hostel boasts an ideal location 8 minutes' walk from the Con Mucho Gusto.
Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel - Tamarindo Costa Rica
- Shared kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Billiard tables
- Indoor swimming pool
Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel - Tamarindo Costa Rica
The Super Compro is in the immediate vicinity of this hostel, while Tamarindo airport is 5 km away. Also, Playa Tamarindo is 250 metres away.
The Tamarindo hostel boasts an ideal location 8 minutes' walk from the Con Mucho Gusto.
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Private beach
Sandy Toes Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Terrace
Samara Trails is in close proximity to the hostel, while Iglesia de Samara is a mere 200 metres away. The Samara hostel is around 2 km from the Malanoche Estuary.
Sandy Toes hostel is also situated a few moments from the Samara-Carrillo Info Center.
20 rooms feature a seating area and such comforts as climate control.
Sandy Toes Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Terrace
Sandy Toes Hostel
Samara Trails is in close proximity to the hostel, while Iglesia de Samara is a mere 200 metres away. The Samara hostel is around 2 km from the Malanoche Estuary.
Sandy Toes hostel is also situated a few moments from the Samara-Carrillo Info Center.
20 rooms feature a seating area and such comforts as climate control.
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Beach access
Woodstock Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Guests may find the Playa Barrigona situated about 10 minutes' drive away and the Malanoche Estuary, which is 2.6 km from the hostel.
Woodstock Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Woodstock Hostel
Guests may find the Playa Barrigona situated about 10 minutes' drive away and the Malanoche Estuary, which is 2.6 km from the hostel.
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Beach access
Argdivan Beach Hostel
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Staying at this hostel, guests can pay a visit to the Samara-Carrillo Info Center, located a mere 450 metres away. The Samara Beach can be reached within 30 minutes' walk of the hostel.
Also, the Samara accommodation is 2.9 km from the Playa Buenavista.
Argdivan Beach Hostel
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Garden area
Argdivan Beach Hostel
Staying at this hostel, guests can pay a visit to the Samara-Carrillo Info Center, located a mere 450 metres away. The Samara Beach can be reached within 30 minutes' walk of the hostel.
Also, the Samara accommodation is 2.9 km from the Playa Buenavista.
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Guest favorite
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Beach access
Hostel La Botella De Leche - Tamarindo
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness club
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Tamarindo Church is 2.6 km from the hostel, while the Auto Mercado is 2.5 km away. Also, the Tamarindo hostel is a short way from such natural sights as Tamarindo Beach.
Hostel La Botella De Leche - Tamarindo
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness club
- Outdoor swimming pool
Hostel La Botella De Leche - Tamarindo
The Tamarindo Church is 2.6 km from the hostel, while the Auto Mercado is 2.5 km away. Also, the Tamarindo hostel is a short way from such natural sights as Tamarindo Beach.
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Beach access
Hostel Samara
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Terrace
The Samara hostel is also around 10 minutes by car from the Playa Buenavista.
Guests will find the Samara-Carrillo Info Center, which is just 350 metres away.
Hostel Samara
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Terrace
Hostel Samara
The Samara hostel is also around 10 minutes by car from the Playa Buenavista.
Guests will find the Samara-Carrillo Info Center, which is just 350 metres away.
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Beach access
Casa Terra Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Terrace
The Belén Waterfall is also situated approximately 10 minutes' drive away.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the Playa Barrigona, which is 4.5 km away.
Casa Terra Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Terrace
Casa Terra Hostel
The Belén Waterfall is also situated approximately 10 minutes' drive away.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the Playa Barrigona, which is 4.5 km away.
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Beach access
Tamarindo Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Located merely an 11-minute walk from the Tamarindo Night Market, this hostel is also not far from the Lydia Beech Art Boutique. In addition, the Diria Petit Casino can be found within 1 km of the Tamarindo hostel.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the Marino Las Baulas National Park, which is approximately 10 minutes away by car.
Tamarindo Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Tamarindo Backpackers
Located merely an 11-minute walk from the Tamarindo Night Market, this hostel is also not far from the Lydia Beech Art Boutique. In addition, the Diria Petit Casino can be found within 1 km of the Tamarindo hostel.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the Marino Las Baulas National Park, which is approximately 10 minutes away by car.
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Beach access
The Backside House - Women Only -
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Garden area
Blue Trailz is situated just a few steps from the hostel, and the art gallery "Galeria Atalaida" is 6 minutes' walk away. Also, this Tamarindo hostel is 4.1 km from such natural sights as the Marino Las Baulas National Park.
The Backside House - Women Only hostel is located within reach of the Diria Petit Casino.
The Backside House - Women Only -
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Garden area
The Backside House - Women Only -
Blue Trailz is situated just a few steps from the hostel, and the art gallery "Galeria Atalaida" is 6 minutes' walk away. Also, this Tamarindo hostel is 4.1 km from such natural sights as the Marino Las Baulas National Park.
The Backside House - Women Only hostel is located within reach of the Diria Petit Casino.
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Beach access
Mai Ke Kai Surf House
- BBQ facilities
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Terrace
Situated 2.1 km from the Barcelo Langosta Hotel, the Tamarindo hostel is a short way from such sports venues as the miniature Bolas Locas MiniGolf. The hostel is also 17 minutes' stroll from Viewpoint.
Mai Ke Kai Surf House hostel is a mere 300 metres from Tamarindo Beach and just around the corner from Matos Surf Shop.
Mai Ke Kai Surf House
- BBQ facilities
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Terrace
Mai Ke Kai Surf House
Situated 2.1 km from the Barcelo Langosta Hotel, the Tamarindo hostel is a short way from such sports venues as the miniature Bolas Locas MiniGolf. The hostel is also 17 minutes' stroll from Viewpoint.
Mai Ke Kai Surf House hostel is a mere 300 metres from Tamarindo Beach and just around the corner from Matos Surf Shop.
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Beach access
Cabinas Del Mar
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Samara Ticos Surf School is a 10-minute ride from this hostel.
The hostel is also located 3.1 km from the Samara-Carrillo Info Center.
Along with views of the garden, Cabinas Del Mar hostel offers 6 rooms, some of which come with a balcony and a dressing room.
Cabinas Del Mar
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor swimming pool
Cabinas Del Mar
The Samara Ticos Surf School is a 10-minute ride from this hostel.
The hostel is also located 3.1 km from the Samara-Carrillo Info Center.
Along with views of the garden, Cabinas Del Mar hostel offers 6 rooms, some of which come with a balcony and a dressing room.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Playa Grande, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Playa Grande Surf Camp |
9.1 / 10 (229 Reviews) |
From 30$ | |
| Pipe House Playa Grande |
9.2 / 10 (103 Reviews) |
From 67$ | |
| Hostel Dodero |
8.2 / 10 (959 Reviews) |
From 10$ | |
| Hostel Pura Vida En Liberia |
8.8 / 10 (358 Reviews) |
From 10$ | |
| Hostel El Pretal |
9.3 / 10 (646 Reviews) |
From 33$ |
More accommodations in Playa Grande
Frequently Asked Questions
Which budget hostels in Playa Grande are close to the beach?
Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel and Playa Grande Surf Camp are both near Playa Grande Beach. You can easily walk to the surf and sand within minutes.
Arrive before 10am if you want a choice of beach spots, as it gets crowded later in the day.
Which budget hostels in Playa Grande are ideal for first-time visitors?
Hostel Samara and Sandy Toes Hostel offer a great starting point for exploring Playa Grande. They provide easy access to local shops, restaurants, and the beach.
Get to Sandy Toes Hostel early on weekends for free breakfast items before they run out.
What are some recommended family-friendly hostels in Playa Grande?
Tamarindo Backpackers and Hostel Dodero provide spaces suitable for families. They often have common areas and activities for children.
Request family rooms early to ensure enough space, especially during holiday seasons.
Which hostels in Playa Grande have a communal kitchen?
Hostel Pura Vida En Liberia and Woodstock Hostel offer communal kitchens for guests. This feature allows you to cook your own meals and save on dining costs.
Plan to shop for groceries at local markets to maximize your kitchen use.
Where can I find affordable hostels with activities in Playa Grande?
Mai Ke Kai Surf House and Pipe House Playa Grande often organize group activities like surf lessons and yoga sessions. They are great for meeting fellow travelers.
Check their event boards regularly for daily activities you can join.
Which Playa Grande hostels are known for a social atmosphere?
Playa Grande Surf Camp and Hostel La Botella De Leche are known for their communal vibes. Guests often enjoy shared dinners and games.
Join evening activities to easily meet other travelers and share experiences.
What are the most budget-friendly hostels in Playa Grande?
Hostel Dodero and Argdivan Beach Hostel offer the lowest prices in Playa Grande, starting as low as $10. They provide basic amenities for travelers on a tight budget.
Look out for off-season discounts that can further reduce accommodation costs.
What is the best way to get around Playa Grande?
Biking and walking are the easiest ways to get around Playa Grande. Rentals are cheap, and many areas are safe for cyclists and pedestrians.
Rent a bike for $5 per day to explore the coastline without worrying about parking.
How can I find local dining options in Playa Grande?
Explore restaurants along the beachfront and in the nearby Tamarindo area. They provide a mix of local and international cuisines.
Visit during lunch hours for set menu specials, usually cheaper than dinner prices.
What seasonal events should I look out for in Playa Grande?
During the dry season (December to April), there are often surf competitions and beach events. The area comes alive with local music and food.
Plan your visit around the Tamarindo Art Wave Festival in March, a highlight of local culture and creativity.
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