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The 10 Best Hostels in Liberia, Costa Rica

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Situated in Liberia, 38 km from Parque Nacional Santa Rosa, Hostel El Pretal features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

was a lovely end to my travels! staff were so friendly and was very comfortable and clean

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9.4
Wonderful
285 reviews
Price from
$39
per night

Situated in Liberia, Hostel Dodero has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 38 km from Parque Nacional Santa Rosa, 1.4 km from Edgardo Baltodano Stadium and 41 km from Marina Papagayo. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

The common area with hammocks was a good place to chill and socialize. The staff were legends and the rooms were comfortable and clean

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8.1
Very Good
1,035 reviews
Price from
$11
per night

Located in Liberia. Only 12 Km away of the International Airport. 35 minutes from Coco beach, Playa Hermosa and Panama beach. Free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site just ask for availability. Free coffee is available in the communal kitchen. A TV is also available in the most of the bedrooms. You will find luggage storage space at the property.

I arrived to the place a little late but I let them know in advance via WhatsApp number they provided, so I didn’t have any problem with the check in. They were really polite. I had a very quiet and comfortable night at the dorm. In the morning they offer free coffee which was also nice. Also the common area was decorated with the guests’ drawings, it was very lovely. You can leave your drawing as a memory before you leave.

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8.2
Very Good
514 reviews
Price from
$12
per night

Set in Liberia, Puente Real Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 40 km from Parque Nacional Santa Rosa, 1.5 km from Edgardo Baltodano Stadium and 41 km from Marina Papagayo. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests.

Staff were wonderful and even picked me up from the bus station and taught me about Costa Rica in the evening.

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8.5
Very Good
70 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

All guest rooms in the hostel are fitted with a coffee machine. Hospedaje CatalinaSS provides some units that feature city views, and all rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with a shower. At the accommodation each room comes with bed linen and towels.

La señora, el cuarto, el wifi

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7.9
Good
251 reviews
Price from
$18
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • Avg. price/night: $47.46
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 285 reviews
    Very nice and cozy hotel/hostel in liberia, staff is so nice and kind, clean and privacy confirm.
    Mujeeb
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $47.46
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 285 reviews
    We needed somewhere as a stopover between San Juan del Sur and Monteverde as we travelled by bus over 2 days. So Liberia was the natural place to break the journey. Hostel El Pretal was perfect- close to the bus station, super clean, excellent a/c, comfortable sitting areas and very helpful staff. Would highly recommend.
    Margo
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $29.38
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,036 reviews
    The staff was very nice and helpful. The hostel is closed to the bus station and the supermarket. Great location. I would stay there if I was to travel to Liberia again.
    Marie
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $117.52
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 489 reviews
    Good breakfast. Need more options though.. Great location. Safe sorroundings
    Acón Marín
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $90
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 293 reviews
    great location, safe parking, friendly staff, spacious clean rooms with AC. Breakfast included (pinto and eggs)
    Claire
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $29.38
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,036 reviews
    Nice and helpful staff, who know a lot of activities to do in this area. They even provide a self made map with a lot of information about busses, activities and border crossing to Nicaragua. I liked the common area. The hostel is very safe and close to the bus terminal.
    Sarah
    Solo traveler
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 8 reviews
    Unbelievable, the Staff is very friendly and definitely goes the extra mile for you. All our questions have been answered, we even got a driver which drove us to all the places we wanted to go. Also showed us the owner beautifull places only locals know off and made sure we got the best experience possible. The included breakfast is very tasty and made with much love, they also cook dinner if you want one. Definetly one of the best hostels I ever stayed in.
    F
    Florian
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $74.58
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 558 reviews
    Great location in center of the village so easy access to everything. We enjoyed watching the soccer games that happened right by the hotel. Made us feel like part of the community. Pool was refreshing after a hot day since swimming in the ocean was not advised due to rip currents and undertows. Beach was great for long walks. Boat taxi cheap so easy to get to sites like Cerro Tortuguero for a hike. Strongly advise early morning canoe trip with Isaac. The hotel also does tours so easy to book with them. Favorite restaurants were Buddha and
    Lynn
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $44.07
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 514 reviews
    very cheap hostel, excellent location, super friendly staff, beautiful atmosphere. simple, private and cozy room with confortable bed. good option for travellers in transit.
    Pablo
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $29.38
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,036 reviews
    The hostel is only 2 blocks from the bus station in Liberia and there are plenty of signs to guide you in the right direction! Great location and great people!
    Martha
    Solo traveler

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