Rocking J's
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationPlaya Salsa Brava, Puerto ViejoShow on map
8.0 · Very good921 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at Playa Salsa Brava.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Beachfront Artistic Hostel with Vibrant Amenities
Unique Accommodation Options: Choose from private rooms, shared dorms, tents, or hammocks - all with complimentary sheets and access to shared bathrooms.
Creative Activities: Embrace your artistic side with free painting and mosaic materials, or unwind by the nightly bonfires in the lush gardens.
Convenient Location: Situated on Salsa Brava Beach, a renowned surfing spot, and surrounded by restaurants and bars in Puerto Viejo town. With a 24-hour reception and free parking, your stay is hassle-free.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
Rooms
8.0
Very good
Rated 8.0 out of 10 by 921 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness6.8
- Service9.3
- Location9.3
- Rooms6.8
- Amenities7.8
- Value8.8
- Food & drink7.3
Guests mention
Near the beachFriendly staffGood pricing
PaulaArgentinaMe encantó todo. Pase mis últimos días en puerto viejo, Carla Sonia Pablo Cristian Mica Mati annya Gonza nahual todos fueron parte de este viaje increíble. Fueron todos atentos y muy divertidos!
Nada
TabareUYEl personal
El agua fria
RamirezCRLo ame
Que nadie metia con uno, estaba la playa cerca y muy tranquilo el ambiente
La verdad que tenia que irme temprano jajaja
AlbertoCRLa exigencia del personal en recepción ala hora de poner los brazaletes ya q uno cancelo y deberían estar todos los para ponerlos
YoisyCREl lugar es muy pintoresco y un ambiente muy calmado
PerezCRCercania de la playa
Habitaciones incomodas ,falta.variedad musica 4 horas de solo electronica da q ver falta una buena picina
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
Playa Salsa Brava, Puerto Viejo
Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.
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 09:30 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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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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A prepayment deposit via PayPal is required to secure your reservation. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. Please note that hot water is intermittent.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- 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 Rocking J's
What time is check-in and check-out at Rocking J's?
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 Rocking J's allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Rocking J's?
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.
Is breakfast included at Rocking J's?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Rocking J's have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Rocking J's have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Rocking J's?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Rocking J's?
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 Rocking J's?
Playa Salsa Brava, Puerto Viejo.
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