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The 10 Best Hostels in Santa Teresa Beach, Costa Rica

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Set in Santa Teresa Beach, 300 metres from Santa Teresa Beach, ICO Living Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

This place is stunning, people there are super kind, welcoming and helpful with anything you need. Close to the best surf spot, shops and restaurant. Love staying there and sharing time with the crew! Absolutely coming back 🤍

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9.1
Superb
463 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Situated in Santa Teresa, Surf Garden Zeneidas offers a shared lounge with TV and library, communal kitchen and free WiFi. All rooms have a garden view. The property offers surf lessons and boards rental

Very nice & helpful staff, excellent location, and very cool activities! Yoga classes are awesome!

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8.3
Very good
1,018 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Located in Santa Teresa Beach, within 300 metres of Carmen Beach and 400 metres of Santa Teresa Beach, Hostel Tuanis Surf Camp provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 2.8 km from Mar Azul, 14 km from Montezuma Waterfal and 39 km from Tortuga Island. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a garden view.

My experience at Tunis Surf Camp was absolutely amazing! The owner is incredibly friendly, making me feel right at home from the moment I arrived. The best part? The low prices! (Which is almost impossible to find in santa Terressa) Plus, being able to rent surfboards there was super convenient. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an affordable and fun surf getaway. Will definitely be back!

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8
Very good
101 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Situated in Santa Teresa Beach, within 200 metres of Santa Teresa Beach and 1.2 km of Carmen Beach, Casa del Sol features accommodation with a garden and a bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. Located around 15 km from Montezuma Waterfal, the hostel is also 40 km away from Tortuga Island. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and organising tours for guests.

Cerca de varias playas y restaurantes.

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8.3
Very good
291 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Located in Santa Teresa Beach, 200 metres from Carmen Beach, El Gato Rojas Surf Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities. Located around 500 metres from Santa Teresa Beach, the hostel with free WiFi is also 2.7 km away from Mar Azul. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

i loved everything about it, the people, the vibe, the value for the mean and it has a lot of common areas to chill and connect with other travelers and surfers

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8
Very good
953 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Situated in Santa Teresa Beach, within 60 metres of Santa Teresa Beach and 1.6 km of Carmen Beach, Salty Enthusiasts Share House & Villas features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Montezuma Waterfal is 15 km away and Tortuga Island is 40 km from the hostel.

First of all, this is the most comfortable hostel i have ever stayed and i am sure this will f*ck up my travels because I will never find a hostel this good. Most important for me was my bed; it was comfy (140x200cm/queensize) had a LOT of privacy and because this hostel is not a party hostel i could sleep in peace. Second the vibe is very laid back, i feel if you're here for a couple of days you could easily keep people. Everything is cleaned once per day and reasonably clean, i feel like the bathroom (shower) could use a deep cleaning. Because i liked it so so much, i extended my stay and was here for over a month. For me it feels like home, would definitely come back and recommend 10/10! Pura vida and thanks to Uki, Tule and their team <3

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8.7
Fabulous
419 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Akih Pods Hostel has bar, a shared lounge and garden in Santa Teresa Beach. Boasting a tour desk, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Great staff great location excellent vibe

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7.1
Good
207 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

This place is famous for world-class surfing. Surrounded by a broad strip of forest that frames an endless beach, Santa Teresa location is famous warm water, constant waves for surfers, warm weather all year round, and nature. The Property also offer you the option of having a coworker space and some relaxation at our second property in Santa Teresa South.

Accommodations include dorms and private rooms. You will find a shared kitchen at the property.You can also play billiards at the hostel.

simply the best location in Santa Teresa, nice staff, clean and well kept

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7.5
Good
324 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Mini Hostel Santa Teresa is located 100 metres from the surf break and beach in Santa Teresa. Surrounded by tropical gardens, it features a swimming pool, shared kitchen and free WiFi in communal areas.

The property’s rustic dormitory rooms include a shared bathroom. Guests also have the option of a rustic bungalow or a private room.

It’s a really nice hostel! love the pool and the sofas in the chilling-room, very good for takin naps!!<3 stayed at pura Vida 2 times during my stay in Santa teresa because I liked it so much, mostly coz of the volunteers that work there<3 they were so nice and helpful and really created such a nice, welcoming and joyful atmosphere:) perfect for a solo traveler! recommend!

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7.3
Good
485 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Cabinas Playa Surf Hostel is located in the centre of Santa Teresa , 50 metres away from the La Lora surf spot of Playa Santa Teresa.

Cabinas Playa Surf Hostel offers an on-site restaurant, a shared lounge, communal kitchen and free WiFi. The rooms at this property include a small balcony, garden views and a bathroom in each room with a shower and toilet.

Great location, very big and clean rooms, helpful and friendly staff Good vibes

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7.9
Good
255 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.
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  • ICO Living Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 463 reviews

    Set in Santa Teresa Beach, 300 metres from Santa Teresa Beach, ICO Living Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

    Very nice place, with all the comfort one needs :)

  • Zeneidas Surf Garden
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,019 reviews

    Situated in Santa Teresa, Surf Garden Zeneidas offers a shared lounge with TV and library, communal kitchen and free WiFi. All rooms have a garden view.

    Amazing location, great people in the hostel and perfect for surf.

  • Casa del Sol
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 291 reviews

    Situated in Santa Teresa Beach, within 200 metres of Santa Teresa Beach and 1.2 km of Carmen Beach, Casa del Sol features accommodation with a garden and a bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    So beautiful place, so peaceful, nice people and staff!

  • El Gato Rojas Surf Hostel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 953 reviews

    Located in Santa Teresa Beach, 200 metres from Carmen Beach, El Gato Rojas Surf Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    Very friendly staff, perfect location and comfortable facilities!

  • Salty Enthusiasts Share House & Villas
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 421 reviews

    Situated in Santa Teresa Beach, within 60 metres of Santa Teresa Beach and 1.6 km of Carmen Beach, Salty Enthusiasts Share House & Villas features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout...

    Best female dorm I have ever stayed in. Large room with large beds allowed everyone to have enough space.

  • Selina Santa Teresa North
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 329 reviews

    This place is famous for world-class surfing. Surrounded by a broad strip of forest that frames an endless beach, Santa Teresa location is famous warm water, constant waves for surfers, warm weather...

    Muy bien ubicado, buena piscina y acceso a la playa.

  • Pura Vida Mini Hostel Santa Teresa
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 486 reviews

    Mini Hostel Santa Teresa is located 100 metres from the surf break and beach in Santa Teresa.

    Outdoor Kitchen. The Pool. Family atmosphere <3

  • Cabinas Playa Surf Hostel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 255 reviews

    Cabinas Playa Surf Hostel is located in the centre of Santa Teresa , 50 metres away from the La Lora surf spot of Playa Santa Teresa.

    The crew is really nice and helps you in whatever you need

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Hostels that guests love in Santa Teresa Beach

  • Avg. price/night: £87.28
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 363 reviews
    -Spacious, clean room with nice hammock outside -Cheap stay in santa teresa when the area is very expensive -Location is ideal to get around
    Lucy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £28.94
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 463 reviews
    Location. Very clean. Double bunk bed in dorms. The best kitchen I have ever seen in an hostel.
    Elisabeth
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £40.88
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 421 reviews
    The best hostel in Santa Teresa, the owners are super nice and helpful. They have two amazing dogs, I would highly recommend staying in Salty. The rooms are very nice and clean. The kitchen is well equipped as well.
    Katja
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £58.20
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 218 reviews
    Best hostel in Santa Teresa! We were in town for awhile surfing and loved this accommodation. Beach is a few minutes walk away down a beautiful jungle path, and the hostel is right next to restaurants and a grocery store. Room was perfect, cozy, quiet and had really good AC which is a must in Santa Teresa. The best thing about this place though was the staff who were super friendly and went above and beyond to accommodate.
    Scott
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £63.31
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 953 reviews
    THE BEST SURF SCHOOL EVER!!!!!! The vibes in the hostel were also very good with other surfers + backpackers
    Sonja
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £87.28
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 363 reviews
    extraordinary place! my best hostel of my trip! good atmosphere everyone is cool and the bedding and all amenities are perfect! quality breakfast
    curli
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £63.31
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 953 reviews
    Loved this hostel!! Super social with cheap boards (12 USD / 24 h)
    Sanna
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £57.89
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 242 reviews
    Super nice house, room was spacious, good AC. Mayra was the best host ever and super caring that I get to the Hostel safely since I was arriving by bus late at night.
    Sarah
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £87.28
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 363 reviews
    Great location and a great social environnement to meet people! Everyone was very friendly and in the evenings we were all gathered together like a small community. The hostel is close to the beach (Playa Carmen is not the best one but still). The pool is really nice too. The staff is cool and friendly.
    Rose
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £63.31
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 953 reviews
    Location is perfect, just outside of Santa Teresa - surfspot in front of the hostel. The tipi looks cosy and the bed is super comfy. Surfboard rental is cheap compared to the rest of the town.
    Amanda
    Young couple