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The 10 Best Hostels in Santa Teresa Beach, Costa Rica

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Set in Santa Teresa Beach, 300 metres from Santa Teresa Beach, ICO Living Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

For sure one of my favourite hostels in Costa Rica!! Really spacious and clean, super nice people and very close to the beach. Special thanks to Glen :) and Lukas for being always so friendly and helpful!! I will miss this place

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9.1
Wonderful
470 reviews
Price from
$13
per night

Situated in Santa Teresa, Surf Garden Zeneidas offers a shared lounge with TV and library, communal kitchen and free WiFi. All rooms have a garden view. The property offers surf lessons and boards rental

common areas for social gathering

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8.3
Very Good
1,018 reviews
Price from
$14.08
per night

Located in Santa Teresa Beach, within 300 metres of Carmen Beach and 400 metres of Santa Teresa Beach, Hostel Tuanis Surf Camp provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 2.8 km from Mar Azul, 14 km from Montezuma Waterfal and 39 km from Tortuga Island. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a garden view.

My experience at Tunis Surf Camp was absolutely amazing! The owner is incredibly friendly, making me feel right at home from the moment I arrived. The best part? The low prices! (Which is almost impossible to find in santa Terressa) Plus, being able to rent surfboards there was super convenient. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an affordable and fun surf getaway. Will definitely be back!

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8
Very Good
101 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

Situated in Santa Teresa Beach, within 200 metres of Santa Teresa Beach and 1.2 km of Carmen Beach, Casa del Sol features accommodation with a garden and a bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. Located around 15 km from Montezuma Waterfal, the hostel is also 40 km away from Tortuga Island. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and organising tours for guests.

The cleaning staff were amazing and friendly. We had a private ensuite room for 7 nights and the room was cleaned everyday. There was also a fridge and tv which was great since we stayed a week.

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8.3
Very Good
294 reviews
Price from
$14
per night

Located in Santa Teresa Beach, 200 metres from Carmen Beach, El Gato Rojas Surf Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. Located around 500 metres from Santa Teresa Beach, the hostel with free WiFi is also 2.7 km away from Mar Azul. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

everything especially good staff and reasonable price

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8
Very Good
955 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

Akih Pods Hostel has bar, a shared lounge and garden in Santa Teresa Beach. Boasting a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

The best hostel I have stayed in. Ever. Apart from the perfect location with regards to the beach and supermarket, the atmosphere of the hostel was magical. I formed some long-lasting connections with people all over the globe - it definitely encouraged a strong sense of creating a travelling family! The design of the kitchen and other communal areas made me want to always be lounging around in the space - very spacious and comforting. Beautiful plants everywhere which made the hostel feel peaceful and secluded. The volunteers and owners were another lovely addition I wasn't expecting - genuinely good people (with good taste in music too). I could've spent several months just in this hostel and this area - I never got bored of the vibe.

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7.1
Good
206 reviews
Price from
$22.95
per night

This place is famous for world-class surfing. Surrounded by a broad strip of forest that frames an endless beach, Santa Teresa location is famous warm water, constant waves for surfers, warm weather all year round, and nature. The Property also offer you the option of having a coworker space and some relaxation at our second property in Santa Teresa South.

Accommodations include dorms and private rooms. You will find a shared kitchen at the property.You can also play billiards at the hostel.

The room was very clean and had a private bathroom. The BEST water pressure I've had in a while. The facilities in general were also well kept and I loved the close beach access. It was also nice that they would provide transportation to any of the activities being held at the other Selina in town.

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7.5
Good
324 reviews
Price from
$20.24
per night

Mini Hostel Santa Teresa is located 100 metres from the surf break and beach in Santa Teresa. Surrounded by tropical gardens, it features a swimming pool, shared kitchen and free WiFi in communal areas.

The property’s rustic dormitory rooms include a shared bathroom. Guests also have the option of a rustic bungalow or a private room.

Nice location, a bit off the main road so very quiet. Great pool to hang out. There are 2 well equipt kitchens availabe - the big one had 3 fridges so there is enough space for everyone. Also there was always salt and oil available. Nice pool to cool off - there was always a corner of the pool in the shade which was great. The 2 girls working/volunteering while our stay were so nice and helpful. There are two supermarkets very close, also just on the corner to the main street there is a surfshop to hire surfboards for a good price ($12 for 24h). There was plenty of room to store the surfboards at the Hostel and the beach is also less than 5 minutes away. We stayed for 8 nights and loved our stay.

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7.3
Good
482 reviews
Price from
$18
per night

Cabinas Playa Surf Hostel is located in the centre of Santa Teresa , 50 metres away from the La Lora surf spot of Playa Santa Teresa.

Cabinas Playa Surf Hostel offers an on-site restaurant, a shared lounge, communal kitchen and free WiFi. The rooms at this property include a small balcony, garden views and a bathroom in each room with a shower and toilet.

Great location, very big and clean rooms, helpful and friendly staff Good vibes

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7.8
Good
254 reviews
Price from
$24.64
per night

The property offers private rooms and shared dorms. Enjoy the pool table after cooking in any meal in the fully equipped shared kitchen, with water purifier.

This hostel is 25 metres from a bus station and 19 km from Montezuma Town in the Gulf of Nicoya.

extraordinary place! my best hostel of my trip! good atmosphere everyone is cool and the bedding and all amenities are perfect! quality breakfast

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7.9
Good
362 reviews
Price from
$27.31
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • ICO Living Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 470 reviews

    Located in Santa Teresa Beach, a 3-minute walk from Santa Teresa Beach, ICO Living Hostel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    Very nice place, with all the comfort one needs :)

  • Zeneidas Surf Garden
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,018 reviews

    Located in Santa Teresa, Surf Garden Zeneidas offers a shared lounge with TV and library, communal kitchen and free WiFi. All rooms have a garden view.

    Amazing location, great people in the hostel and perfect for surf.

  • Casa del Sol
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 293 reviews

    Located in Santa Teresa Beach, within a 2-minute walk of Santa Teresa Beach and 0.7 miles of Carmen Beach, Casa del Sol has accommodations with a garden and a bar, and free WiFi throughout the...

    So beautiful place, so peaceful, nice people and staff!

  • El Gato Rojas Surf Hostel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 955 reviews

    Located in Santa Teresa Beach, a 2-minute walk from Carmen Beach, El Gato Rojas Surf Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    Very friendly staff, perfect location and comfortable facilities!

  • Salty Enthusiasts Share House & Villas
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 419 reviews

    Located in Santa Teresa Beach, within 197 feet of Santa Teresa Beach and 1 mi of Carmen Beach, Salty Enthusiasts Share House & Villas features accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the...

    Best female dorm I have ever stayed in. Large room with large beds allowed everyone to have enough space.

  • Selina Santa Teresa North
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 324 reviews

    This place is famous for world-class surfing. Surrounded by a broad strip of forest that frames an endless beach, Santa Teresa location is famous warm water, constant waves for surfers, warm weather...

    Muy bien ubicado, buena piscina y acceso a la playa.

  • Pura Vida Mini Hostel Santa Teresa
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 483 reviews

    Mini Hostel Santa Teresa is located 328 feet from the surf break and beach in Santa Teresa. Surrounded by tropical gardens, it features a swimming pool, shared kitchen and free WiFi in communal areas.

    Outdoor Kitchen. The Pool. Family atmosphere <3

  • Cabinas Playa Surf Hostel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 255 reviews

    Cabinas Playa Surf Hostel is located in the center of Santa Teresa , 164 feet away from the La Lora surf spot of Playa Santa Teresa.

    The crew is really nice and helps you in whatever you need

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Hostels that guests love in Santa Teresa Beach

  • Avg. price/night: $109.05
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 362 reviews
    -Spacious, clean room with nice hammock outside -Cheap stay in santa teresa when the area is very expensive -Location is ideal to get around
    Lucy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $36.16
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 470 reviews
    Location. Very clean. Double bunk bed in dorms. The best kitchen I have ever seen in an hostel.
    Elisabeth
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $51.08
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 419 reviews
    The best hostel in Santa Teresa, the owners are super nice and helpful. They have two amazing dogs, I would highly recommend staying in Salty. The rooms are very nice and clean. The kitchen is well equipped as well.
    Katja
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $72.72
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 218 reviews
    Best hostel in Santa Teresa! We were in town for awhile surfing and loved this accommodation. Beach is a few minutes walk away down a beautiful jungle path, and the hostel is right next to restaurants and a grocery store. Room was perfect, cozy, quiet and had really good AC which is a must in Santa Teresa. The best thing about this place though was the staff who were super friendly and went above and beyond to accommodate.
    Scott
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $79.10
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 955 reviews
    THE BEST SURF SCHOOL EVER!!!!!! The vibes in the hostel were also very good with other surfers + backpackers
    Sonja
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $109.05
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 362 reviews
    extraordinary place! my best hostel of my trip! good atmosphere everyone is cool and the bedding and all amenities are perfect! quality breakfast
    curli
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $79.10
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 955 reviews
    Loved this hostel!! Super social with cheap boards (12 USD / 24 h)
    Sanna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $65.09
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 242 reviews
    Super nice house, room was spacious, good AC. Mayra was the best host ever and super caring that I get to the Hostel safely since I was arriving by bus late at night.
    Sarah
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $109.05
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 362 reviews
    Great location and a great social environnement to meet people! Everyone was very friendly and in the evenings we were all gathered together like a small community. The hostel is close to the beach (Playa Carmen is not the best one but still). The pool is really nice too. The staff is cool and friendly.
    Rose
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $79.10
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 955 reviews
    Location is perfect, just outside of Santa Teresa - surfspot in front of the hostel. The tipi looks cosy and the bed is super comfy. Surfboard rental is cheap compared to the rest of the town.
    Amanda
    Young couple