La Ruka Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation400 meters south of salsa brava, Puerto ViejoShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for service, amenities and location.
8.9208Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.9 out of 10, at 400 meters south of salsa brava.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Tropical Paradise Getaway
Beach Proximity: Located just steps away from Cocles Beach and Negra Beach, La Ruka Hostel offers the perfect tropical escape for beach lovers.
Amenities Galore: Enjoy the convenience of a shared kitchen and barbecue facilities during your stay. Free WiFi, garden views, and complimentary private parking add to the comfort of your visit.
Adventure Awaits: Explore the area with ease by taking advantage of the hostel's bicycle rental service. For thrill-seekers, hiking, cycling, and billiards are just some of the activities to enjoy.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Garden
- Hiking
- BBQ facilities
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
Rooms
8.9
Fabulous
Rated 8.9 out of 10 by 208 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.9
- Service9.8
- Location8.9
- Rooms7.8
- Amenities9.3
- Value8.8
- Food & drink8.4
Guests mention
Friendly staffGreat amenitiesClean accommodationsNice atmosphere
ChadUnited StatesMy favorite hostel ever, chill vibe, great location and staff
I love everything about it. Great gardens with many lizards and frogs and sometimes sloths and agoutis and other animals. Kitchen, reception area and other sitting areas are nice and comfortable. Love the staff and…
KatieUnited KingdomOne of the best hostels I’ve stayed in! It’s super spacious and surrounded by nature. There’s also a yoga studio, outdoor gym, hammocks, and a very comfortable common area. Also spacious for keeping your food in the…
JohannesGermanyAuthentisch, sehr nett, sauber, tolle Atmosphäre!
ElenaGermanyVery friendly hostel
The staff was super friendly and helpful. Whenever we needed something, they helped us with everything. We also liked the whatsapp group with a lot of activities.
We had a private room and it was very pretty and…
JoseCRBuena ubicación
Muy buena ubicación y personal amable, amplio parqueo.
La habitación estaba bastante descuidada y sucia.
EstherGermanyVery nice people, relaxed atmosphere, daily yoga classes on a great yoga floor!
Our room's windows faced towards the street which was quite loud. You definitely should bring earplugs.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
400 meters south of salsa brava, Puerto Viejo
Guests rate the location 8.9 out of 10 — fabulous.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Payments made by credit or debit card are subject to an additional 10% service fee, and payments made via PayPal or Venmo are subject to an additional 5% service fee. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about La Ruka Hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at La Ruka Hostel?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does La Ruka Hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at La Ruka Hostel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does La Ruka Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book La Ruka Hostel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is La Ruka Hostel?
400 meters south of salsa brava, Puerto Viejo.
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