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Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel near Punta Uva Beach

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An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a thatched roof, and a hammock.
A beach-themed establishment named Playa 506, featuring a wooden structure with a corrugated metal roof, a signboard with palm tree graphics, and a large green plant.
A hammock under palm trees on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.
A rustic room with a wooden bench, a small table, a patterned rug, and a wall with a striped textile.
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ensuite

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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300m north from Cocles River, Cahuita, Limón Province, 70403
  • Place, Playa Cocles
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Chiquita
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Punta Uva Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Limón Intl. Airport (LIO)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Design Triple Room, Multiple Beds, No Windows

Design Triple Room, Multiple Beds, No Windows

Design Triple Room, Multiple Beds, No Windows

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden floors, and blue curtains.

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom, Beachfront

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom, Beachfront

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom, Beachfront

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

A room with a bed, a window with curtains, a plant, and a wooden floor.

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

A compact room with bunk beds, a wooden ladder, a door, and a small window.

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ensuite

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Design Shared Dormitory

A bunk bed room with wooden walls, a window with curtains, a plant, and a ladder.

Design Shared Dormitory

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory

A compact, multi-level wooden room with bunk beds labeled H1, H2, and H3, a ladder, and a small table with a plant.

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ensuite

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a hanging tapestry, a small table with a lamp, and a decorative plant.

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ensuite

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

On the beach.Stay at this Cahuita hostel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Playa Cocles and 2 miles (3 km) of Talamanca Family Art. Black Beach and Playa Chiquita are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Playa Cocles - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Black Beach - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Playa Chiquita - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Punta Uva Beach - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Cahuita National Park - 24 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante El Sol del Caribe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nema - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪De Gustibus Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Salsa Brava - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beach Break - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel

Beachfront hostel near Punta Uva Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available on request) and a shopping center shuttle are available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel. The hostel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Parking is available for a fee.

This Cahuita hostel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2016
  • Cabanas on the beach (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel offers 21 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually decorated. This Cahuita hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Hair dryers and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured self parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Individual decor
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM 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

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls and pet grooming services are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 20.0 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 for adults, and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 69.17 per person (one-way)
  • Secured self parking fee: USD 10 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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 credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and Apple Pay. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Playa 506 Hostel Puerto Viejo
Playa 506 Hostel
Playa 506 Hostel Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Playa 506 Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Playa 506 Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Playa 506
506 Puerto Viejo Talamanca
Playa 506
Playa 506 Hostel
506 Beachfront Hostel Cahuita
Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel Cahuita
Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel to the airport?

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel is 35.9 mi (69-min drive) away from the Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

As of Jul 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel on Jul 9, 2026 start from CA $73, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel offers an airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of USD 69.17. per person, one-way.

How close is Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5 and 15 for adults, USD 5 and 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for USD 10 per day.

Does Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel have a pool?

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel have a restaurant?

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel is home to SAGE Restaurant, which features international cuisine, garden views, and a beachfront location.

Does Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel have a spa?

This hostel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body treatments and beach massages.

How close is Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel to downtown Cahuita?

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel is 0.9 mi away from Cocles.

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 71 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Salnoor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! Great place! Fantastic calm present atmosphere! Beds are great just avoid the top bunk if possible! Beachfront access is great to me a great location overall lovely place friendly and serene atmosphere great food highly recommended 👌
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lissett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
In love. Location close to restaurants, shops and steps from the beach. Great amenities, clean, and very friendly staff. Would def stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had a wonderful stay here. The property was great and the staff were very attentive. Especially Alejandra, she was one of the most caring and helpful individuals I’ve ever met. She went above and beyond to make sure every guest was taken care of. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great chill place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Amenities
Amazing experience for the price, beach front and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and amazing experience!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect spot for beach holiday, a bit costy restaurant, good kitchen, toilet and bathroom. I enjoyed my stay there. Lots of nice hammocks to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

SandraMarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk & staff were great with answering questions, helping with a lock out, and more. Room was clean and easy to access and the location was super convenient to the activities I was doing on the beach. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ranjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly and welcoming staff. Bicycles available for rent at the property to go into town. Walk out to the beach...great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a good pic. One of the few hostels in front of the beach at Playa Cocles. Walking distance to public beaches, restaurants and stores. The staff was friendly. Food was somewhat pricey, though. However, the room was clean and a good value for what we paid for.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my beach escape for a week and I loved every second. I was going to stay 3 days and ended up staying the whole week.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is nice and well kept. AC and wifi is great! Hostel food and bar is a bit pricey, but food was great! Bike rental on premise and close to other beaches and restaurants. Staff was super nice too. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good Vibe
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous setting! Privacy curtains on the beds. Personal light and electrical outlet. Reliable internet. Everything I want in a hostel!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location right on the beach is great, especially that it is the largest one in the area. However, not the best for surfing, punta uva is better. The open air kitchen has everything and works great. We had the double bunk room and it was very comfortable but a bit small, overall fine! About 2min bike from grocery which is great, and ~8min from downtown Puerto Viejo. Unfortunatly the hostel restaurant prices (and drinks) are too high for the backpacker crowd, so the only social happens in the kitchen/eating area. I would suggest the hostel bring their prices down and most likely make more on volume. Would have loved too have some beers/food there, but prices were better elsewhere. Overall, it was a great week and we would recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is a lot to do in puerto viejo. Different restaurants and a market not far. Playa 506 is directly on the beach which is great and it’s beautiful. Located near other hostels which is nice. Everything is walkable, or you can rent a bike, or scooters, or taxi. I like that the hostel had a restaurant/ bar very combined when other places in town were not open as early.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Patrick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
On arrival January the first 2026 at 9 PM, the clerk at the hotel ask me not to pay by the website,?instead he took my card information and used it for personal purchased. He was very dishonest.a skinny young man.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jhair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Greeted by the beautiful vibrant Alejandra at Reception, we were guided into this clean and spacious private room with a friendly welcome. This is one of the Best hostels we’ve had the pleasure of staying at. Options for dining in at the Sage restaurant or several others options within walking distance. Hammocks and cabanas provided throughout the property located right on the beach. Alejandra and staff are so loving and warm, it felt like family. We enjoyed it so much we extended our stay. Alejandra and staff offer a chill vibe and is contagious throughout the hostel and community in Cocles and Puerto Viejo attracting like minded travelers. Alejandra is so loving she even through me a birthday party, including cake and watermelon, inviting all the guests to gather together. I was truly touched. Alejandra’s attitude was not only excellent service but also felt like love.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great experience ! Good location. I was impressed by how clean is kept. The kitchen is excellent! It has all kind of pans, utensils, everything! And is impeccable at all times ;) What made the difference was Alonso and Alejandra at the front desk. They are exceptionally helpful, friendly and welcoming. They go above and beyond to help you. Even Freddy at the bar! Thank you all! You guys made my stay better. I will definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with appealing decor inside and out. The restaurant /bar has a great location on the beach, including shaded areas to hang out in hammocks and on covered platforms. Food and drinks were great! Can’t beat the location. We rode hotel bikes along the Main Street to explore more sites. Staff (Alejandra) was very welcoming, energetic and helpful. We were so pleased with everything! Bonus: we had a brand new mattress as they are updating rooms. Lucky for me! 😁 It was very comfortable! Overall Quiet, comfy, and lovely! Wish we could have stayed longer. I’d gladly visit again! Thank you, Hotel 506 for making my trip to Puerto Viejo an unforgettable memory!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Leslie

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great! 1st “deluxe” private room with bathroom smelled terrible, so I had to move out. They were very nice about moving me to another smaller room, ok. AC, no fan. You can hear all conversations in the hall and rooms next door. Expensive at $60-70 for a private room! Restaurant and bar expensive too. But most people stayed in dorm rooms for $19 a night, a good deal. Common kitchen and areas to hang out. no amenities, not even shampoo. safe parking worked for 2-3 cars.
i love these rules!
locked area for a few cars
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

frantz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

Had a blast!

Had an absolute blast at Playa 506. The location straight on the beach is incredible, both for just going out for a swim but also to watch the incredible sunrises in the morning. The people in the reception are also so helpful and kind. There was a party in Bocos, Panama, the weekend I was staying but the vibe was still cool, the Sunday when people were coming back it became straight away even more social which was a nice way to finish off my stay. The only downer for this place is that there’s no free coffee in the morning. The facilities are also alright, I’ve been to hostels with better/cleaner kitchen facilities but it was still alright. Would highly recommend to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

Had a blast!

Had an absolute blast at Playa 506. The location straight on the beach is incredible, both for just going out for a swim but also to watch the incredible sunrises in the morning. The women in the reception are also so helpful and kind. There was a party in Bocos, Panama, the weekend I was staying but the vibe was still cool, the Sunday when people were coming back it became straight away even more social which was a nice way to finish off my stay. The only downer for this place is that there’s no free coffee in the morning. The facilities are also alright, I’ve been to hostels with better/cleaner kitchen facilities but it was still alright. Would highly recommend to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024