Hostel/Backpacker accommodation400 meters south of salsa brava, Puerto ViejoShow on map
Guests rate it highest for service, amenities and location.
8.9208ReviewsTropical 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.
8.9
Rated 8.9 out of 10 by 208 guests who stayed here.
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…
One 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…
Authentisch, sehr nett, sauber, tolle Atmosphäre!
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…
Muy buena ubicación y personal amable, amplio parqueo.
La habitación estaba bastante descuidada y sucia.
Very 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.
400 meters south of salsa brava, Puerto Viejo
Guests rate the location 8.9 out of 10 — fabulous.
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Check-in from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
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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.
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
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.
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
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400 meters south of salsa brava, Puerto Viejo.
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