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Reviews of Tamarindo Backpackers

Tamarindo Backpackers Hostal 100 metros sur de cond. Villa Verde 1, 50309 Tamarindo, Costa Rica

#26 of 56 hotels in Tamarindo

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Review score

Based on 86 hostel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 30 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice welcoming staff, nice accommodation, good facilities

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2025

    10
    Returning for a second time to Tamarindo Backpackers. The stay was very relaxing and enjoyable. The staff is like long l
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It felt safe and is very peaceful.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower wasn't working properly while we were there and the air conditioning is only on from 9pm to 9am so it can get quite hot.

    Lovely staff, beautiful outdoor space, excellent location! Overall a great experience staying here, everything felt safe and clean.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2025

    8.0
    Pretty good stay in Tamarindo!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Seemed like there were alot of volunteers just sitting around doing not much, the pool had a lot of leaves etc which is easy to just use the net to get it out every 2 hours or so, no one did. So we cleaned it with the net and one of the workers said god I’ve been doing it every 20 mins lol yeah right…

    Loved the outside area and the pool! Great when you’re just relaxing at the hostel. The kitchen had everything you need, lockers for your valuables which is great! Staff were pretty nice, the dorm wasn’t too bad and had an ensuite which was great. Not too far from all the shops/nightlife.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2025

    10
    Great Hostell with super staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing I didn’t like but - it would be good if they had beer to sell HD free activities like - salsa dance - Spanish lesson / outing

    The property had great vibe Staff were super and owner was AMAZING

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bunk bed was pretty wobbly and no privacy curtains

    Great, well-equipped kitchen. Close to the beach and shops. Comfy areas to relax. Friendly staff.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly environment. I enjoyed the chat with the owner who is always around or Sebastian at the reception. Nice place to stay! 😍

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2025

    10
    I felt like I was with my friend all the time
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    People are amazing and the stuff was like a friends

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super nice, great staff, good bed, AC not the best but definitely good enough, big comfy hammocks

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super nice owner and people working there, nice vibe, nice common area to hang out

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    10
    Very relaxing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If I had to say anything, there was very little room for belongings in the dorm and the hammocks are smelly, AC was a bit cold in the middle of the night so blankets would be awesome

    Staff were helpful and friendly, the hostel is clean and comfortable. The kitchen is well organised and clean. Nice social space with a small pool which is a lovely temperature. It was a great place to relax. Good hanging area for drying clothes and other bits. The bathroom is spacious and great for washing off after being at the beach

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    10
    Thank you!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Marco, Alyssa, Erika and Josh we're amazing hosts. They made the 4 days go by way to quick. There is a big kitchen and a small pool to hop in after a surf session. All in all just a great Hostel.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The AC was not coold enough and y got so wildly stung by many mosquitos

    The place, the staff and facilities were amazing, easy to get in the hostel, also close to the bitch and the center, really good place to stay

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2024

    10
    Staying in Tamreindo Backpackers
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It wasn't something remarkable that we didn't like about it.

    It was a well organized Hostel, with friendly and accessible staff, hence it was clean with all the facilities we needed.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2024

    10
    amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved everything about it!! amazing location, pool was so good and cleaned daily and the kitchen was so well organised. the volunteers and all the guests are so friendly - makes you feel so welcome. would defo go back!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Best hostel ever - beautiful place and beautiful people, made the best friends and had the best time. Special shout out to Marco, the kindest surf instructor, and Tuba the dog!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great hospitality Clean, comfy and very friendly

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    8.0
    Great cultrure!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The distance to the beach was fairly long but being away from city center allowed for quieter nights and better sleep.

    Kitchen was vast and useful. Free coffee is always great!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable dorm room
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite loud in the evening

    Great location, nice pool and common area. Comfortable beds and AC in shared dorm room.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2024

    10
    Awesome hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfy beds and clean facilities. The kitchen was great. The staff were awesome. Marco who runs the hostel is also a surf instructor and gave me quality surf lessons. He also helped me get a ride to the airport from one of his friends. It’s super easy to meet fellow travelers here and I met a bunch of cool people during my stay. It’s not a party hostel, but it’s still easy to find people go out with.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional staff and great hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 15 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Marco and The staff was exceptional and went out of their way to help to make stay wonderful. The hostel was clean and pool was sparkling. Great location near town but away from noise. Owners were always friendly.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Bed in Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Secluded, lots of places to sit n relax or work. Love the guitar! Overall great vibe and staff is awesome

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 November 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful memories at Tamarindo Backpackers
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Air conditioning is only from 9pm to 9am so just be aware of that when booking

    Very clean and well-stocked kitchen, bathrooms and common areas compared to other hostels, also very comfy mattresses. Staff were super friendly and the hostel in general is very sociable.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cool Vibes, Great People, Very Helpful! Highly Recommend!

    Stayed in October 2023

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