Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel

I appreciated the regular cleaning, and the water stations with little tubs for rinsing off sand were handy since the hostel is right by the beach. I was welcomed with so much warmth when I needed support, and Alejandra and Alexandra really looked after me. The female-only dorms are a plus, though the bed curtains are pretty sheer and you can see the person in the next bed. The shared bathrooms are mixed and outside the rooms, which can be inconvenient if you need to go often. They also have private rooms with bathrooms, and for the price, I can’t really complain. There’s a fully equipped kitchen, restaurant, and laundry service. It didn’t feel especially social, but it’s a good place to relax.

The private rooms are small but cute, the AC works well, and the showers and toilets are good. It’s very close to the beach and the WiFi is stable. The kitchen, though, is a mess. It smells odd, there are cockroaches, and most of the cups and plates are plastic. Finding a decent pot or pan is hard since they’re all old Teflon, and some pans don’t even have handles.

Back for my second stay, and I couldn’t wait to return. I love the Vibes, the hospitality, and the location. This is easily my favorite hostel on Costa Rica’s East Coast. Looks just

The food was amazing, and the place is right by the ocean. You can arrange shuttles and bikes through reception, too. The workers are all so kind and want you to have fun, and you can really feel that.