Coral Reef Surf Hostel and Camp
Playa Tamarindo centro diagonal al BAC San Jose detrás de Longboards BBQ
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Why people book this hotel
“The staff are fantastic”
“The hostel is in an amazing location”
“Location is perfect”
“Location was great and the staff were very helpful”
“The WiFi works very well and the room was perfect for what we needed”
“Staff was nice, bed was comfy”
“Was also very happy with room cleanliness”
“Room was clean and good having cooking facilities”
“Secure parking (even though you can only put it in parking at night so it discou…”
Overview
Offering a restaurant, Coral Reef Surf Hostel and Camp is located in Tamarindo. Surf lessons are provided. Each room will provide you with air conditioning and free WiFi. The dorms offer a bathroom ensuite and the private rooms have a large shared bathroom. There is a full kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator and all guests can enjoy free coffee in the morning. The hostel features a furnished patio, TV-corner, ping pong tables and barbecue facilities. There is surfboard storage space and the property has a tour desk at the reception where staff can help guests arrange an array of tours.
Traveller reviews
gareth
solo_traveller
July 8, 2025
“Cheapest place in town so don’t expect too much. Staff are great”
The staff are fantastic. The bar and restaurant is great and you get discount if staying at the hostel. Location is perfect.
Mahnoor
extended_group
May 20, 2025
“great location, good value for money”
Location was great and the staff were very helpful. Was also very happy with room cleanliness. Also enjoyed the free coffee in the morning :)
Grace
couple
April 26, 2025
“Amazing stay, great location, lovely owners.”
The hostel is in an amazing location. Right in the centre of Tamarindo, it is a 2 minute walk to the beach and located near lots of shops and the infamous Sharky’s bar. The owners are so lovely and extremely helpful. There is a friendly vibe to the hostel which we loved. The WiFi works very well and the room was perfect for what we needed.
Emma
solo_traveller
March 13, 2025
“Good location but apart from it nothing much”
Staff was nice, bed was comfy
Jenny
couple
January 6, 2025
“Good location, that’s about it”
Location was amazing!
William P
family_with_children
January 1, 2025
Love the staff, very kind, friendly and helpful
Jody
couple
August 13, 2024
“Passable as a cheap place to stay”
Great location so close to the beach and many restaurants around. Secure parking (even though you can only put it in parking at night so it discouraged us from taking the car out to explore each day as you need the staff to let you in and out). No hot water in the shower but at least the shower pressure was really good.
michael
extended_group
August 4, 2024
Couldn’t be in a better location for the beach, shops and bars. Lovely staff and cool place
Marina
couple
April 29, 2024
The owners were super helpful with a lock problem we had and really nice
cataspratley
extended_group
March 4, 2024
There's a bar next to the hostel were you can have 15% discount since the owners are the same.
Nadine
couple
February 12, 2024
“Extortionate price for the room and the facilities available.”
The location was very central to the beach, shops and restaurants. The staff were friendly.
Marie Line
couple
February 2, 2024
“Super”
Great location, hot water, air conditioning in room, great personnel very helpful
Laura
solo_traveller
January 23, 2024
“Private room not worth $50”
Good location, nice showers with hot water and good pressure.
Meggan
couple
January 19, 2024
“Great party location, amazingingly helpful staff and good for the price!”
The receptionist was amazingly helpful and kind. The location is bang on if you want to be in the center of party life in Tamarindo. Room was clean and good having cooking facilities.
Florence
extended_group
January 16, 2024
staff was quick to help with a situation with ants in the room and gave us a green night the outdoor chilling spot is really nice
Katie
family_with_children
January 16, 2024
“Dirt hostel with a great location.”
AC in the room. Only a 5 minute walk to the beach.
SAMUEL
couple
January 7, 2024
Location is good, close proximity to everything going on in Tamarindo
Jessica
solo_traveller
January 6, 2024
“BEDBUGS!!! STAY AWAY! Worst I've ever seen”
Staff were really lovely. Friendly, fair. Didn't charge me for the night I asked to leave. But.... I had to spend way more than that and a day of my time to have all of my things treated for bedbugs.
Nicole
couple
January 1, 2024
It was fairly cheap
nuria
solo_traveller
December 27, 2023
“nice place, comfortable, super nice located and good vibes”
The girl in the reception was very nice
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Table tennis, Hiking, Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling, Mini golf, Nightclub/DJ, Water sport facilities on site, Beachfront, Happy hour, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), Yoga classes, Beach
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Street parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Pool and wellness
Pool/beach towels
Safety & security
24-hour security, Fire extinguishers
Services
Shuttle service, Car hire, Tour desk, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Concierge service, Luggage storage
Double or Twin Room
This air-conditioned room features a safe and boasts a shared bathroom.
Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
This triple room has a barbecue and kitchenware.
Economy Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
This quadruple room features a patio and tea/coffee maker.
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