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Reviews of Bioluminiscencia Hostel Tours - South

200 metros Oeste Del Colegio Técnico Profesional De Paquera, 60105 Paquera, Costa Rica

#14 of 19 hotels in Paquera

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Review Score

Based on 68 hostel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    7.6

  • Location

    8.0

  • Facilities

    7.4

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free Wifi

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location was good, both close to the town and close to the sea and the ship And you have a really cool pool and the place visually looks nice and clean

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location was a little out of town, so prepare for a hot walk in the sun to get to shops or the soda. Staff only spoke Spanish which may make it hard for others. Dorm room could use some renovation and privacy curtains.

    The pool was really dreamy, nice hammocks to relax. Came for the bioluminiscence tour which was awesome! Due to the town being aside of the typical gringo trail, only one more girl slept in the dorm with me. Towel and soap provided.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2025

    8.0
    Will recommend it
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location require your own car. Think of it as a motel well located for getting to nearby activities.

    A great value for me place with all comfort of individual rooms and amenities ( Pool & Restaurant) at the price of a Hostel.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: November 14, 2024

    9.0
    Was great except for the loud bikes up and down the street. Good service, they were friendly and spoke some English
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location was next to a bike shop and someone was brapping/revving their very loud dirt bike in the middle of the night!

    The staff were friendly and spoke English.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: July 26, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    This place met my expectations. Restaurant menu could use a little work - the kids did not want to eat what was offered on the menu. A couple more towels available in the rooms would be helpful.

    Cafe at location was easy and helpful. Staff were cheerful and helpful. Great Hostel the pool was a hit and rooms were comfortable. Love that some of the adventures could be arranged to meet our group needs right on site.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2024

    8.0
    Great location and tour!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pillows and beds were a bit worn down and uncomfortable for our tastes.

    The owners kindly greeted us, gave us a tour of the premesis, and made us feel at home. They set us up for a same day bioluminescent bay tour, which was the highlight of our stay, although the pool was a close second. A great location and value with AC taboot.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 27, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely host, well equipped and great value
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely host, well equipped and great value

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 31, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We were there just quickly overnight so was fine but for a longer stay it really needs some loving... a bigger fan at least, it was hot and shower was not the cleanest, bed not too comfortable eaither, no space to put clothes...

    Very well located place, nice staff, all night reception and very responsive

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very friendly service.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2024

    8.0
    Overall the people were very nice and it was good for just one night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room layout was a bit of a motel like vibe which was sort of strange. And the kitchen wasn’t very functional.

    Lovely pool area and a good place for stopping in Paquera for one night.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2024

    9.0
    Great place, but please opt for the room with A/C or it will be hard to sleep.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was BOILING. We regret not getting the room with A/C. Also, on the last day, there was no water. Also, very uncomfortable pillows and no screen on the window so we could not open the window for some cool air. I also got a rash from the pool unfortunately.

    The tour was amazing and magical. The guides were very knowledgeable and great.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice hostel and very kind staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Forgot to pick us up from the national park.

    Air conditioning; good laundry service; nice staff. Helps organize tours.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 29, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It is closed to the main road so quite noisy because of the traffic.

    We enjoyed the really big room and bed, and also the ac. Good wifi. We did the kayak tour from 4pm to 7pm and it was so nice, we loved it !

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2024

    7.0
    I would not stay again purely because of the loud street next to it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It is right next to a very busy road, so it was extremely loud

    Nice shared terrace, big beds, they organise tours

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 31, 2024

    8.0
    Great value for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s located at the main road, so I can be a bit louder.

    The rooms are very spacious and clean. The staff and tours are also great! Perfect for 1 or 2 nights in Paquera.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds and pillows were a bit uncomfortable, seems they are old.

    The had many facilities, great kitchen and the private rooms with private bathrooms were great, good space. Excellent staff!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 22, 2023

    7.0
    A basic accomodation for a low price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathroom sketchy. Not dirty but no toilet paper no hot water and the door held close with a bolt on a string. Dorm room option very basic and beds very close to each other. And $3USD extra to pay by credit card seems a bit excessive.

    Cheap price for the room, nice location close to restaurants and bioluminescense tour options. Booked a dorm room but luckily had the whole room to myself.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 17, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room that we booked was covered in mosquitos but we got a better one! The curtains were very see through and my bed was next to the window.

    Good airco and nice owner

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 4, 2023

    7.0
    Great place to stay for doing a bioluminescence tour
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I’d say the hostel is a great starting point for doing a tour and it offers you the basics of what you need. The power outlet near my bed didn’t work though but that’s a minor thing.

    The room was spacious, had a en-suite bathroom, AC and the bed was big and great. Most importantly, the bioluminescent tour organised from out of the hostel was wonderful! It was amazing to kayak the ocean at night and experience the glowing water. Coco was a very nice and friendly guide and even back at the hostel he wasn’t shy of offering me a beer or two.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 24, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Solo traveler
    • Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    10/10 for the amazing kajak tour with coco.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: July 9, 2023

    7.0
    Fairly good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stairs look like they are about to fall apart due to the rust. The kitchen was very dirty, and the room smelt like mold. I also wouldn't recommend it to people travelling without a car as it's far away from everything and taxi prices are insane (12$ for 10 min drive)

    The room was extremely clean, and the bed was very comfortable, the AC saved us from the heat!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 22, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The dogs were a little noisy during the day, but they generally quieten down at night.

    Very nice clean room with great air conditioning. Awesome kitchen and living area. And the staff were lovely and very helpful despite my lack of Spanish! Good location, just on the edge of town centre. Felt very secure there with a locked door into the dorm rooms. There's a nice bakery next door too!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2025

    10
    The place was clean and had all the necessary amenities, just as described on the page. Overall, it was a comfortable st
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place was clean and had all the necessary amenities, just as described on the page.

    Stayed in July 2025

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