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Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with outdoor pool, near Tamarindo Beach

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Fridge, microwave
Game room
Game room
Game room
Escape to Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel, near Tamarindo Beach, and discover a haven of relaxation. Enjoy the warm sunshine on the sun-kissed terrace or explore your competitive side in the arcade/game room.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/games room
  • ATM/banking services
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Arcade/games room
  • Free self-parking
The current price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shared Dormitory

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Single Beds

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Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Calle Playa Langosta, 100 M East of Zen Cafe, Tamarindo, 50309

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 3 min walk
  • Playa Langosta - 3 min drive
  • Casino Diria - 14 min drive
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 32 min drive
  • Grande Beach - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 8 min drive
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 81 min drive
  • Nosara (NOB) - 110 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Walter's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chiquita’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nogui's - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel

Located just 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from the airport, Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, or take advantage of nearby scuba-diving. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Express check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age – 15
    • Check-out time is 10 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Free off-site parking within 7 ft
    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/games room

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 150
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Front entrance ramp

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 55.00 per person (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

There is no hot water on site.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts cash.

Also known as

Pura Vida MINI Hostel Tamarindo, Guanacaste
Pura Vida MINI Tamarindo, Guanacaste
Pura Vida MINI
Pura Vida MINI Hostel Tamarindo
Pura Vida MINI Tamarindo
Pura Vida MINI Hostel
Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel Tamarindo
Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 55.00 per person one-way.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel?

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

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

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as scuba-diving. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostel's other amenities, which include an arcade and a garden.

What's the area around Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel like?

Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel is located near Tamarindo Beach, and a short 1-minute walk from WAYRA Institute of Spanish.

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Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel to stay at.
Andrea, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel, Amazing location close to the beach and to multiple restaurants/ shops and grocery stores
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great vibes, great location.
Steven, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and cozy hostel in the middle of Tamarindo
Lovely clean hostel with cozy shared spaces. The staff were super friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was really relaxed and the location was perfect. Highly recommend a stay here. Perhaps a little sign up warning tourists of the pickpockets in the town would be a good idea. Telephones are stolen every weekend, ours included.
Lee Anne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly and accommodating staff. I would definitely stay here again
RONALD, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hostel with great vibe. Staff was friendly and helpful. Great location - easy walk to beach, restaurants, shops, etc. Beautiful pool!
Dennis, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best place for staying at Tamarindo! it´s very close to the town centre; you can rent a surfboard at the Hostel and go walking to the beach which takes 5 minutes. The place is very nice, swimmingpool, Chillout Zone,...and the most important thing is the good energy that you can feel there thanks to the Staff.
MARIA ISABEL, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My wife and I had a lovely week at Pure Vida while learning to surf. Having the pool was a nice touch for a hostel. Staff kept the place clean, but there is your typical “tropical” buds/lizards etc around all the time. Very short walk to town and beach.
Colin, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I really liked staying there, met some really cool people, i was in a private room and nothing ever stolen but someone did say their airpods were stolen and they were in the shared rooms. excellent stay overall very clean and very friendly and helpful staff
Lincoln, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good hostel
It is a very nice eco friendly hostel with swimming pool and pool table. Staff is very friendly. Good kitchen and clean bathrooms. They let me keep my bags and stay for few more hours after checkout for my meetings.
Srinivasa Reddy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I originally planned on staying here for only 2 nights but I ended up staying a whole week! I love this hostel if I were to go back to Tamarindo I will definitely be going back! The staff were amazing and super friendly (shoutout to Lucas!) It felt like family and was a great place to socialize and hang out with other people staying at the hostel. They have plenty of rooms and bathrooms and a big kitchen to cook. It’s cleaned throughout the day and is kept very nice. Highly recommend!

10/10 Exceptional

Perfecto
Patrick, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fatima, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jesse Ann, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Justin, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Chase, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Kelvin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Kathleen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Diego, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Julie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Management was good. Property is above acceptable.
Edward, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Não recomendo.
Não recomendo.
7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pura vida mini hostel
Vi trivdes väldigt bra på detta hostel! Det var väldigt trevlig och hjälpsam personal. Det negativa var att det inte var så rent. Men jag hade definitivt åkt tillbaka.
Thea, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jeff, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

1-night trip