Name: Pura Vida Mini Hostel Santa Teresa
Address: 200 m N from Playa Carmen, after restaurant Soda la Amistad, 50m E, 60111 Santa Teresa Beach, Costa Rica, 200 m N from Playa Carmen, after restaurant Soda la Amistad, 50m E, Puntarenas, 60111, Costa Rica
Rating: 8.1

Pura Vida Mini Hostel Santa Teresa

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About this property

Mini Hostel Santa Teresa is located 100 metres from the surf break and beach in Santa Teresa. Surrounded by tropical gardens, it features a swimming pool, shared kitchen and free WiFi in communal areas. The property’s rustic dormitory rooms include a shared bathroom. Guests also have the option of a rustic bungalow or a private room. The hostel also has a social area with hammocks, and free Wi-Fi. Tours and shuttles can be arranged at the hostel, and book exchange is also possible. Juan Santamaria International Airport, near the capital of San Jose, can be reached in 4 hours by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type	Number of guests
Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room 1 single bed
Budget Double Room with Shared Bathroom 1 double bed
Bungalow (3 Adults) 1 single bed and 1 double bed
Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom 3 single beds
Double Room with Private Bathroom 1 double bed
Triple Room with Private Bathroom 2 single beds and 1 double bed
Bungalow (2 Adults) 1 double bed
Bungalow (4 Adults) 2 single beds and 1 double bed
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom 4 single beds
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room 1 single bed
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room 1 single bed
Family Room 4 single beds and 1 double bed
6-Bed Female Dormitory Room 6 single beds

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ana

Spain

“Loved my stay here! The staff were super friendly and always happy to help. The vibe was really chill and perfect for meeting other travelers. What I loved the most were the common areas super cozy and great for hanging out or just relaxing....”

Samantha

Brazil

“Good place to chill, nice pool on the backyard with view to the forest and lots of birds, we saw tucana! Also has a lovely cat. Good bed, place to park inside and big kitchen with 3 refrigerators.”

Emma

United Kingdom

“Very social hostel. Two well equipped kitchens with a lot of fridge space - the pool was also great and so was the location. If you are coming here to surf, there is a well priced surfboard rental shop near the property, walking distance from a...”

Sabina

Poland

“Great vibe and location! Really nice stuff, easy going and chill place! Bungalows are cool!”

Karolina

Poland

“I’ve stayed at the hostel for almost a month, and it was absolutely fantastic! The rooms are clean, cozy, and well-maintained – I highly recommend booking one with AC and a private bathroom for maximum comfort. The shared area is a real...”

Constanza

Costa Rica

“I loooove it! The personal its so nice, the place its absolutely beautiful, like a little oasis in the jungle! The vibes are really relax and the pool its perfect after the beach!! Im staying longer that I planned hehhee thanks you guys!!!”

Malgorzata

United Kingdom

“The garden is beautiful 😍 and the volunteers are amazing 🥰”

Torelló

Spain

“I really enjoyed my stay here at Pura Vida Mini Hostel. It’s called Mini but it’s quite big. It has two kitchens full prepared and clean so that you can cook everything you want. There’s also a lot of common areas where you can socialize with...”

Gaëtan-charles

France

“Everything was perfect ! If you like to stay in a wonderful place, with trees and animals (birds, monkeys, iguanas…) close to the beach and to the waves, to chill in the pool or to drinks some beers with nice people, just go there !! Pura Vida :)”

Séverine

Belgium

“Location is great - little green paradise, lots of nature. Really quiet as well. 1min walking from playa del carmen and shops/restaurants. Open kitchen is the best All facilities were clean and comfy. And top of it : really nice vibe due to...”

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House rules

Pura Vida Mini Hostel Santa Teresa takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 5 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

4+ years

Extra bed upon request

US$15 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Pura Vida Mini Hostel Santa Teresa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.