Tamarindo Backpackers Hostal 100 metros sur de cond. Villa Verde 1, 50309 Tamarindo, Costa Rica
#26 of 56 hotels in Tamarindo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 86 hostel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: 30 August 2025
Anthony
Costa RicaNice welcoming staff, nice accommodation, good facilities
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Comerford
United StatesIt felt safe and is very peaceful.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 April 2025
Ella
CanadaThe 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
Kim
New ZealandSeemed 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
Ram
United KingdomNothing 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
Ciara
United KingdomBunk 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
Ludmila
Czech RepublicVery 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
Jakub
Polandnothing
People are amazing and the stuff was like a friends
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 8 December 2024
Smith
CanadaSuper nice, great staff, good bed, AC not the best but definitely good enough, big comfy hammocks
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 10 October 2024
Inga
GermanySuper nice owner and people working there, nice vibe, nice common area to hang out
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 22 August 2024
Rose
United KingdomIf 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
Korbinian
GermanyMarco, 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
Andrey
Costa RicaThe 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
Anderson
Costa RicaIt 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
Abigail
United KingdomLoved 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
Abigail
ArgentinaBest 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
Sharon
IsraelGreat hospitality Clean, comfy and very friendly
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Gautney
United StatesThe 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
Mira
CanadaQuite 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
Andy
United StatesComfy 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
Michele
United StatesN/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
Andreas
CanadaSecluded, 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
Dona
CanadaAir 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
Josef
GermanyCool Vibes, Great People, Very Helpful! Highly Recommend!
Stayed in October 2023
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