Best Hostels in Tamarindo for Solo Travellers and Groups

Best Hostels in Tamarindo for Solo Travellers and Groups
As Tamarindo's visitors are diverse in their interests and activities, so are the accommodation options. While some travelers are looking to party, others are traveling as a family. Some are younger backpackers, and some are a little bit older and are visiting Tamarindo for the sport fishing and higher end resorts. This mix can be your salvation, as a variety of hostel options as well as restaurants and activities are available for any type of traveler looking to relax on their own or meet up with others.
How much do hostels in Tamarindo cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Tamarindo here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



Also great for couples and families with kids

Dorm Bed from $40.00
Private Room from $21.25
Overall Rating: 76%
Tamarindo Right next to "Farmacia Tamarindo", Tamarindo
This fairly new establishment is stunningly beautiful on the interior. Check out the photos. The bathrooms and kitchen are modern and clean, and the dorm beds and private rooms feel luxurious for a hostel. Reviewers have stated that the staff is friendly and helpful, and also quite attractive...?

Private room and dorm beds are available. The price range for the rooms can vary greatly depending on the type of room you wish, and this draws in a diverse clientele. But the communal free breakfast gets everyone together in the morning and creates a friendly and social atmosphere.

In addition to free breakfast, they offer free Wi-Fi, laundry services, a pool table, and they are just steps from the beach. They are also located close to many great amenities in town.


A social hostel, also great for couples and groups

Dorm Bed from $15.00
Private Room from $16.25
Overall Rating: 50%
Tamarindo, Santa Cruz, Guanacaste Diagonal a Plaza Conchal, Tamarindo
A recent renovation and a focus on surfing makes this popular hostel a great place to stay. Located right near the beach and in the center of town surrounded by restaurants, bars, shops, and other amenities, you can't go wrong here. The staff has been described as friendly and helpful with everything, especially as they offer tour bookings, surfing lessons, and other transportation services.

Other standard amenities include linens, laundry, Wi-Fi, a discount at their restaurant, a communal kitchen to cook our own meals, and a social courtyard area with hammocks. It is described by reviewers as clean and well maintained. Air conditioning and hot showers are also a nice perk.


A small, relaxed hostel that's also good for couples and families

Dorm Bed from $22.00
Private Room from $39.88
Overall Rating: 92%
50 metros sur de Villa Verd, Tamarindo
This relaxed hostel with dorms and private rooms is slightly further back from the beach than some of the others, but it's still only a three minute walk. Reviewers describe this place as having a relaxed vibe, as the central pool provides a nice atmosphere for travelers to mingle and chill. The overall atmosphere is nice with an older hacienda home style with palm trees and renovated rooms.

The dorms have private ensuite bathrooms and are kept clean. Other facilities include a kitchen for self-catering, air conditioning in the evenings, free Wi-Fi, and surf lessons provided by their own surf instructor.


Private Room from $37.38
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
Plaza Conchal, Tamarindo
This terrific hotel offers friendly service, a swimming pool, and cable tv. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, parking, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable. And Villas Macondo is also child friendly.


Private Room from $42.00
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 96%
Playa Grande Palm Beach Estates, Tamarindo
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, bicycle hire, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast, a cafe, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, 24 hour reception, parking, towels included, internet access, and air conditioning are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $20.00
Private Room from $32.50
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 95%
Calle Del Parque 100mts east of Beach entry, Tamarindo
You'll love this guesthouse because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, a bar, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant. Wi-fi, parking, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $28.75
Private Room from $40.25
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 91%
100 metros norte del hotel Tamarino Diria Iguana Surf Shop, Tamarindo
Iguana Surf Camp & Beachfront Hotel is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant and a cafe. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, parking, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, housekeeping, and a mini-supermarket are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $28.25
Private Room from $19.21
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 90%
50mts east from Banco Nacional Playa Tamarindo, Tamarindo
La Botella de Leche is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, bicycle hire, a common room, a games room, board games, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, security lockers, 24 hour reception, parking, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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