great atmosphere and delicious breakfast

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing!

We stayed in a 4-bed dorm and it had everything we needed. The atmosphere was relaxed, the staff were super friendly and always around if you had questions. What really made our experience unforgettable was our surf instructor Matias — we’ve never had a teacher with so much passion and such a clear, positive way of explaining things. Highly recommend!

Stayed in July 2025

The breakfast is amazing

Stayed in July 2025

There were a lot of places to sit and relax as well as quick walking to the beach

Stayed in June 2025

Feels like staying in home, nice & clean facilities and really good location (calm and safe area)

Stayed in July 2025

Wonderful Hostel! It really made us feel like home. All the staff is so friendly that you feel living in a big family home. The rooms are confortable and easy to sleep with AC. The kitchen is always lively and we loved to cook there. The hostel is so close to the beach, like 5min walk, and also close to market, the bus stop and restaurants while been in a quiet area to relax. There is surf lessons offered and Mati is an amazing teacher, so knowledgeable about the sea and how to teach the proper position on the board. Really recomended! We stayed for 12 data hoping it could be more.

Stayed in June 2025

Mai Ke Kai is a great place to stay in Tamarindo! I enjoyed my time there so much that I extended my stay from 4 to 10 days! I would highlight the good vibes there, thanks to the owners, Tuti and Mati, the manager and the volunteers. Do not forget to ask them to teach you how to play Dutch Blizz, but be ready to lose badly 😂 Moreover, if you are into surfing, this is the place to be. The owners and many guests will show you the surfing culture and Mati is a great teacher.

Stayed in May 2025

This place truly feels like home! The vibe is super relaxed, and because it’s smaller, you get the chance to connect with all the guests coming and going. The location couldn’t be better—just a quick 5-minute walk to the beach! The manager and staff are incredibly friendly, always keeping the space clean and cozy while being ready to help with any questions. If you’re looking for a welcoming and laid-back stay, Mai Ke Kai is the perfect spot. Don’t miss out! 🌸

Stayed in May 2025

I had an amazing stay at this hostel! ☺️☺️ Everything was super clean and comfortable. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything I needed to cook, the air conditioning worked perfectly, and there was always hot water in the showers. But what really made the difference was the staff and the manager 🫶— incredibly friendly, helpful, and always ready to go the extra mile. I felt right at home and would definitely stay here again!

Stayed in May 2025

The bathroom could use some hangers for clothes and towel. I don’t like to put my stuff on the toilet. It would be nice to have curtains around the bunks for some privacy coz the room is pretty big and has 10 beds.

A beautiful house with great outdoor sitting area. Big dorm room on second floor with 10 beds and a bathroom and small dorms on the first floor. Bed is comfortable. Kitchen is nice and has everything you need for cooking. Sometimes could be pretty busy when several people cooking at the same time. Good social vibe. Met people and went out together. Location is pretty good. Just a couple of minutes walk to the center and 10 minutes to the beach. There are restaurants, grocery stores, banks, pretty much everything nearby. Owner was helpful to arrange airport pickup. Surfing lesson is good. Better quality than a lot of others out there. Matias is giving you a lot of knowledge about surfing instead of just showing you the body position and go. It’s for someone who really wants to learn surfing and continue, not just to stand up on the board and take pictures.

Stayed in January 2025

Nice peaceful location, just far enough from the noisier part of town, but close enough to walk to the action (and the beach). The staff were lovely, very welcoming and efficient. There are a few nice common areas to relax as well as a kitchen area. The dorm is quite spacious, room to manoeuvre with luggage and good spacing between bunks. Very clean everywhere, comfortable bed with a good pillow! I will very likely stay here again🙂

Stayed in March 2025

Most Beautiful and welcoming staff everrrr

Stayed in February 2025

I had a wonderful stay at Mai ke kai. The location was perfect, close to the beach, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The room was cozy, clean, and well-equipped with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. I especially loved the people there. I highly recommend this place and would definitely stay again!

Stayed in February 2025

One more bathroom would be good, but probably not feasible to build an additional one somehow.

It was a really chill place. All the staff were really nice and helpful. Price/value is really good.

Stayed in December 2024

Need more than 2 bathroom/ toilets for 20 beds

Friendliness of staff, nice small outdoor area. Could utilise a lot more of the empty space.

Stayed in December 2024

Not too much of a customer's obsession

Great zone

Stayed in December 2024

everything was perfect

Everything!! Loved the staff so much. So kind and very helpful. I ended up staying here in total 2 weeks. The hostel is so warm and welcoming, I met so many kind individuals. Also a super chill atmosphere. The kitchen is perfect as well lots of space for everyone.

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing.

We loved the family and communal atmosphere. The managers are extreme friendly as well as the volunteers. The surf lessons are great value for money and exceptional quality.

Stayed in December 2024

The shower wasn’t working downstairs but they got it fixed after a few days. Besides that no complaints!!

Amazing vibe!! We were supposed to only stay for 3 nights but ended up staying 6. Big kitchen to make food, chill areas, and nice rooms with comfy beds.

Stayed in November 2024

Very strict lights off at 10:30. No light is allowed to be left on, even in the common areas. So it was difficult if I wanted to stay up past 10:30pm.

Really nice hostel. Great vibe and atmosphere. The place is cleaned well everyday. The kitchen was always clean. Great for what you pay. Great location. Laundry service available. They include a towel as well. Comfortable to sleep as there is aircon of a night.

Stayed in October 2024

great atmosphere, really familiar! just the rooms could be a bit more cozy…

Stayed in September 2024

Very nice personal, everything super clean. Matia give surf lesson, super polite, professional and patience. Worth to try!

Stayed in September 2024

Not complains

Location instalaciónes

Stayed in September 2024

Nothing

The owners are great hosts. Fantastic location.

Stayed in August 2024