I love Santa Teresa -- very nice spot for surfing and to party too. The beach is huge and very beautiful. We had really a good time.
Hostels in Puntarenas Province 
Looking for the best hostels in Puntarenas Province? You are in the right place!
On this page, we have listed every city in Puntarenas Province with backpacker hostels and budget-friendly stays. Hostelz.com makes it easy to find your ideal Puntarenas Province hostel by comparing prices across major booking platforms. Save money while backpacking Puntarenas Province and sleep comfortably on a budget.
All Backpacker Hostels in Puntarenas Province
We have got you covered with a complete list of every hostel in Puntarenas Province, across 20 cities! Not all cities have hostels, but many offer alternative budget options like guesthouses and affordable hotels. Use our filters to quickly find cities with hostels or other budget accommodations to simplify your trip planning.
All Puntarenas Province hostels on a map
Alright, you are more the visual type? Planning your trip with a map is always handy.
Therefore, this map shows you all cities with hostels in Puntarenas Province. It will help you to plan your trip. Just zoom in the map and click your destination for more details. Just so you know: If we do not have a hostel in a city, it is likely that there is no hostel in that city.
All Top Hostels in Santa Teresa
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"…But perhaps the true highlight of your stay lies in our daily yoga sessions. Set against the more
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$7.61
"…Set within 200 metres of Santa Teresa Beach
Our hostel consists in 7 unique houses with A/C in more
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$8.12
"Casa del Sol is located on the main road of Santa Teresa within walking distance 50mtrs to the more
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$7.41All Top Hostels in Monteverde
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Santa Elena
"…No curfew.
Child friendly.
The maximum period of stay is of 14 days.
This property may pre- more
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$8.00
"…Dive into a jewel in the crown of the Cloud Forest with our experiences.
We are a local, family more
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$9.38
Santa Elena
"Great value for money and good owners - Good breakfast, good location and a very wellcoming vibe.
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$5.00
"…Check in from 2:00 pm
Check out before 10:00 am .
Payment upon arrival by cash, credit cards, more
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$6.16
"…Check out before 11:00 .
Payment upon arrival by cash.
Taxes included.
General:
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$3.00All Top Hostels in Uvita
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"…In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.
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$7.79
"…A large glass patio door with an additional screen door opens onto a small terrace with stairs more
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$7.46
"…We had a double room with shared bathroom and even the public toilets and showers were spotless. more
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$4.74
"…Check in from 14.00 to 20.00
Check out before 11.00
Payment upon arrival by cash ,credit and more
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$6.04All Top Hostels in Bahía Drake
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"…We will provide you with a trail map of nearby beaches, waterfalls, and even a bat cave that comes more
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$47.00
"…Also, there are tours like Horseback riding, Kayaking, canopy, and fishing. You can book the tours more
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$5.40
"…Breakfast not included
General:
Reception 7:00-21:00
No curfew
Pets are not allowed
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$8.00
"…Life for Life Hostel Drake Bay adheres to Costa Rica Government protocols for Covid 19.
Life more
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$7.50
"…and 3:45 p.m.
Situated within the small town’s core, Martina’s Place is only a short walk from more
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$7.52All Top Hostels in Quepos
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"Amazing hostel! Everyone was so kind helpful! - The rooms were comfortable and the location was more
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Manuel Antonio Road
"…The dorm rooms were a bit tight, but the outdoor hammocks, kitchen, restaurant and bar, and view more
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$7.35
"…Located in Manuel Antonio, 4 km from Espadilla beach and 5 km from Manuel Antonio National Park, more
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$6.59
"…Common Spaces
There's plenty of options for places to hang out here, including a kitchen full more
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$6.49
"…I didn't even know "luxury hostels" were a thing, but this is it for sure, and the prices are more
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$10.20Our handwritten guide on Backpacking Puntarenas Province
Now, that is a bummer. At the moment we do not have any super cool information on things to do in Puntarenas Province. We are working on it!
Travel Tips for Puntarenas Province - from the Community
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FAQ on Hostels in Puntarenas Province
There is a lot of travel planning to do. So let us help you once again by putting together the frequently asked questions:
Finding Hostels and Prices
What hostel booking sites are best to use?
There is several hostel booking sites, such as Hostelworld.com, Hostelsclub.com and Booking.com. While every platform has its pros and cons, there is a universal truth you as a traveler should be aware of: Not a single booking site can always offer the best prices.
This is where Hostelz.com comes in. You can compare all major booking portals with one click.
For you as a traveler, Hostelz.com is the best booking site to actually save money.
How much are hostels in Puntarenas Province?
Prices always vary, depending on various factors. Weekends tend to be more expensive, same goes for special holidays. Please also take into account local vaction time.
You can search for exacty hostel prices in Puntarenas Province here on Hostelz.com. Pick your destination and pick a date. The system will track down the prices to give an idea of what budget and prices you can expect.
When to book hostels?
If you want to stay at the best hostels, it is a good idea to have your hostel booked around 1 month before you travel. For the regular hostels, booking one week before should be okay. Yet again, this always depends.
We dedicated a full article to the topic of when to book hostels.
Safety and Packing
Are hostels in Puntarenas Province safe?
Generally speaking, hostels are as safe as you make them. We highly recommend always to bring your own padlock, using the lockers and taking care of your belongings. Make sure you pick a safe hostel, offering lockers and a safe location. Please always pay attention to the reviews; they can give you a great insight on what to expect and safety tips.
What to pack when staying in hostels?
There is a few basics you should always pack when staying in hostels.
There is more actually. We wrote a complete guide with more details. Read our full hostel packing list.