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Pura Vida Hostel

Pura Vida Hostel

Tamarindo Guanacaste
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
Gear up for unforgettable thrills with a stay at Pura Vida Hostel, perfectly positioned for the ultimate adventure playground, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach. This family-friendly hostel is 9 minutes drive to Tamarindo Church and 15 minutes drive to Canopy Vista Tamarindo.

Wind down after a day of activity with complimentary daily newspaper, air conditioning, complimentary high-speed WiFi, daily housekeeping, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, rainfall showerhead and premium bedding. Conveniences include wheelchair-accessibility.

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Property Details

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Express check-in
  • Shared microwave
  • Free wired internet
  • Television in common areas
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Free WiFi
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Garden
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Supervised childcare/activities (surcharge)
  • Airport transportation (surcharge)
  • Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
  • Wheelchair accessible – no
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-out
  • Multilingual staff
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Library
  • Segway rental/tour nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Concierge services

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 11:00 PM. Guests must be at least 12 to check-in.

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. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts mobile payments and cash
  • Mobile payment options include: PayPal
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Other details

Satisfy your appetite at the hostel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-in, and express check-out. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Tamarindo Beach - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Playa Langosta - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Tamarindo Church - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Canopy Vista Tamarindo - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi
Black Stallion Eco Park - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi
Casino Diria - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 16.3 km / 10.1 mi
Las Baulas National Marine Park - 16.5 km / 10.3 mi
Conchal Beach - 17.3 km / 10.8 mi
Mansita Beach - 17.8 km / 11.1 mi
Playa Róbalo - 18 km / 11.2 mi
Playa Zapotillal - 18 km / 11.2 mi
Grande Beach - 18 km / 11.2 mi
Reserva Conchal Golf Course - 18.3 km / 11.4 mi
The nearest airports are:
Tamarindo (TNO) - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi
Nosara (NOB) - 66.9 km / 41.6 mi
Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 67.4 km / 41.9 mi

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Hotel policies

General

  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Professional property host/manager
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • No elevators

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets not allowed

Other charges

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 20 per person (roundtrip)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

Calle Guanacaste Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Guanacaste 50309, Costa Rica
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Free WiFi
Free self parking
Number of bars/lounges - 1