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Hostel Real

2.0 star property

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An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a central table with a vase, and surfboards against a corrugated metal wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a small bedside table, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a window, and a floor lamp.
A room with black wicker furniture, a surfboard rack, and a white cabinet.
A covered outdoor area with surfboards, seating, and storage shelves.
A room with a black wicker chair, a small table with a vase, and surfboards against a corrugated metal wall.

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
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Casino Diria
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Black Stallion Eco Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪87 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wall clock, and a framed picture.

Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a small table.

Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

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

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a small table.

Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom

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

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a small wall decoration.

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a small bedside table, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a window, and a floor lamp.

Economy Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a table, curtains, and a door.

Comfort Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Tamarindo

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Tamarindo Church, Hostel Real is within 3 miles (5 km) of Black Stallion Eco Park. This 7-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.
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What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Church - 8 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Casino Diria - 10 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Black Stallion Eco Park - 11 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Tamarindo Beach - 13 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 15 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rural - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pangas Beach Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Agua Salada - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Santa Rita Café - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Hostel Real

Guests of Hostel Real enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. Transportation is made easy with a beach shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with access to locker space, luggage storage, and concierge services. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

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

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

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

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hostel Real?

Hostel Real provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Hostel Real?

This hostel is located in Tamarindo, close to Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach. You'll also find Casino Diria and Black Stallion Eco Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hostel Real?

Yes, there is a carport.

Does Hostel Real have a casino?

No, Hostel Real doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hostel Real?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Hostel Real good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a free manager's reception, concierge services, and an outdoor entertainment area at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Hostel Real?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Hostel Real feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hostel Real doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hostel Real allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hostel Real.

Are there connecting rooms at Hostel Real?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hostel Real?

The closest major airport to Hostel Real is Tamarindo (TNO), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Nosara (NOB), which is around 25.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hostel Real?

No, there aren't any rooms at Hostel Real that offer a balcony.

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

isabella

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
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

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
Verified

4/10 Poor

David

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Graciela

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandrine

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melissa

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ella

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

lucia

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