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Hostel Real

2.0 star property
Hostel near Tamarindo Beach in Tamarindo

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Economy Room, Shared Bathroom
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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85 802605, Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste, 50309
  • Place, Tamarindo Church
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪98 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Murphy Bed

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Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Room, Shared Bathroom

Economy Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Room, Private Bathroom

Comfort Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Tamarindo

In Tamarindo .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Tamarindo hostel, you'll find Tamarindo Church and Black Stallion Eco Park. Tamarindo Beach and Casino Diria are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Church - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Casino Diria - 10 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 11 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Playa Langosta - 21 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 29 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rural - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Agua Salada - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pangas Beach Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mandarina Juice Bar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Hostel Real

Hostel near Tamarindo Beach in Tamarindo
A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hostel Real also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tamarindo hostel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
Hostel Real offers 7 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping fee: USD 10 per day; may vary based on length of stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Towels fee: USD 2 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts cash.

Property is also known as

Hostel Real Tamarindo
Hostel Real Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Real Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Tamarindo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hostel Real to the airport?

Hostel Real is 1.8 mi (6-min drive) away from the Tamarindo (TNO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hostel Real have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hostel Real.

How close is Hostel Real to the beach?

This hostel is 3.4 mi (10-min drive) from Tamarindo Beach and 9.4 mi (35-min drive) from Conchal Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hostel Real offer free breakfast?

Hostel Real does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hostel Real?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Casino Diria (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hostel Real?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Hostel Real?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Hostel Real have a pool?

Hostel Real does not have a pool.

Does Hostel Real have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Hostel Real to downtown Tamarindo?

Hostel Real is 2.6 mi away from Tamarindo.

Hostel Real Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Anthony, Walnut Creek

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is far away from anything. Wasn't able to leave early because the gate way locked. There was a dog that was biting my leg the whole time I was there until I went into my room. The place is basically a shack, and the floor in the room was pealing. This is the worst place I've ever stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

isabella

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Wonderful place. Only REAL hostel in Tamarindo.

Before you walk through the gates, you’ll be wondering if this is one of the bad hostel’s on your trip… but as soon as you check in and meet pepe, you’ll quickly feel like home. There’s a lot of space, the rooms are clean, the kitchen doesn’t really need anything and, best of all, you’ll become friends woth Pepe and his wonderful dog It’s too far away from the beach to walk but you can easily get a collectivo and isn’t very much.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is like a second home for me every time I come to Costa Rica. This is my third visit and I’ll definitely be back again. The location is great, the beds are comfortable and the facilities are very clean. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not as advertised

I booked because it said private room with A/C but got there and A/C didn’t work and dan didn’t work They had another room with A/C so i ended up paying another 27.00 for the that as it was 32C …. Place is ok but actually not in Tamarindo out about 10kms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pepe was an amazing host. He not only catered to my lodging needs but also gave myself and a guest an incredible surf experience. He was so helpful with sharing details about town and giving us all the information we needed to have a great time. I truly appreciation his advice and hosting of myself and my 5 family members.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

lucia, Alajuela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice little new place. Good bang for your buck for backpackers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth the stay

This is a new hostel with a very bright potential. The owner Pepe will absolutely look after you in every way possible. It's very well worth the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pepe is an excellent host and provides an amazing atmosphere with great facility conditions. Top notch! Pura Vida!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Graciela

Travelled with group

Regular

Lugar amplio, con fácil ubicación para traslados a la playa. Sin embargo falta ver detalles de privacidad en los baños, ya que no tienen puertas con cerrojos. Hay un pasillo que lleva de las habitaciones a una puerta trasera que genera inseguridad ya que no se ve quien ingresa. No dan paños ni jabones para el aseo personal.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Ella

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandrine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accueil parfait.pas de serviettes.un endroit sympa jeune et fun...un café offert le matin. Très bon rapport qualité prix.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente atencion, ambiente seguro y todo muy cercano.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024