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Dorm beds in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica range from $12 to $42/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 26 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 5, Jul 6, Jul 7.

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Hostel prices in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

A typical dorm night in Puerto Viejo runs about $13.

Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $12/night) and September the most expensive (from $13/night).

At $12/night and up, Puerto Viejo is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Costa Rica.

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Hostels we track in Puerto Viejo

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Local knowledge for Puerto Viejo

Where to stay

Most budget travelers base themselves within a few blocks of the town center, near the small central park and the main road running parallel to the water, or 4 kilometers south in Cocles, where hostels sit closer to the beach with less late-night noise bleeding in.

Getting around

  • Rent a bicycle in town for a few dollars a day. It is the practical way to reach Cocles, Punta Uva, and Manzanillo without paying taxi fares every time you move along the coast road.
  • Buses to Puerto Viejo depart from San José's Terminal del Caribe and take roughly four hours, at a fraction of the price of shuttle vans. Book a seat a day ahead around holidays.
  • Do not leave bags unattended on the beach. Theft from the sand is a documented, recurring problem here, even in front of occupied hostels.

When to go

Hostels are cheapest in May, June, and mid-November. They fill fast over Christmas, New Year, and Semana Santa, when prices can double within days of the holiday.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hostel in Puerto Viejo cost per night?

Dorm beds in Puerto Viejo currently range from $12 to $42/night based on the next 3 months of availability.

When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Puerto Viejo?

Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Puerto Viejo are July 5, July 6, July 7.

How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Puerto Viejo?

HostelHawk currently tracks 26 hostels in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica.

What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Puerto Viejo?

Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Puerto Viejo, with dorm beds from $12/night.

Is Puerto Viejo affordable compared to other hostel cities in Costa Rica?

Puerto Viejo is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Costa Rica, with dorm prices starting from $12/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Puerto Viejo?

Most budget travelers base themselves within a few blocks of the town center, near the small central park and the main road running parallel to the water, or 4 kilometers south in Cocles, where hostels sit closer to the beach with less late-night noise bleeding in.

What is the best time of year to visit Puerto Viejo?

Hostels are cheapest in May, June, and mid-November. They fill fast over Christmas, New Year, and Semana Santa, when prices can double within days of the holiday.