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Arenal Backpackers Resort
La Fortuna, San Carlos, Fortuna

Poshtel Arenal
La Fortuna de San Carlos Costado Sur de la Iglesia Catolica, Fortuna

Playa Grande Surf Camp
Palm Beach Estates, Playa Grande

Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel
Calle 142, Frente al Restaurante Lava Lounge, Fortuna

Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel - Tamarindo Costa Rica
Calle Langosta, 200 Meters North from the Beach, next to ZEN Cafee Restaurant, Tamarindo

Cabinas Tortuguero Natural
contigo a la iglesia adventista a 200 mts este de Cabinas Mis Miriam 2, Tortuguero

In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse
100 Meters West of Escuela De La Roosevelt, San José

Hostel La Botella de Leche - Tamarindo
50m este del nuevo Banco Nacional, Tamarindo

La Posada - Hostel
400m Norte, Cruce Mal País 25mts este , Santa Teresa Beach

Hostel Esperanza
Esperanza Pavones, 60m south east of Willy Willy mini supermarket in the center of pavones, next to hotel la perla, on the right Pavones, Golfito, Puntarenas, Pavones

La Muñequita Lodge 2 - culture & nature experience
Puntarenas osa palmar sur, Palmar Sur

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José
Llanos del Molino, Calle Haya Llanos del Molino, Calle Haya, Alajuela

ICO Living Hostel
80m east of Selina North, Santa Teresa Beach

Casa Jade
Camino Principal agujitas, Drake

La Tribu Boutique Hostel for Women
25m East, 100m South from Supermercado Diamante, Puerto Viejo
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Alberg Els Andes
Avinguda Carlemany, Andorra la Vella

Trip'n'Hostel
Rr.Musa Maci Nr.1, Tirana

Thakhek Travel Lodge
Ban Viengvilay Khommouan District Thakhek city Laos, Thakhek

Blend Lodge and Kitchen
Off Kufa road, Zomba
Latest customer reviews
Based on the latest verified stays
Barbare
09/03/2026 05:16:34
"Everything was great in the hostel itself, but the best part was that before I arrived in Vietnam I texted them to arrange tours for me to ha long bay, ninh binh, and ha giang loop, and they arranged everything for me and everything went GREAT. The ha giang loop was amazing. Everything went so smoothly and perfectly. So, if you are not sure where to book it and coming in this hostel, they’ll do it for you and you won’t regret it."
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Maxine
18/03/2026 23:16:26
"The staff were amazing, especially Carlos. The daily breakfast was delicious and appreciated. The room was lovely. We had hot water in the shower and there was a attached restaurant. The pool area and shared outdoor space was clean and comfortable. It was a secure area."
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Jennifer
24/02/2026 13:28:26
"I loved it here so much I stayed 11 nights. Amazing kitchen (but a fridge that never seems to get cleaned). A lovely river walk is right outside the campground. Great volunteers and cute dogs."
My tent didn’t close completely so who knows what animals could’ve visited me in the night. My room was never cleaned in the 11 days and I had to ask for a change of linens midway through.
Autar
15/02/2026 23:54:27
"We love it because it clean and quiet we and my husband really needed the small vacation"
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Glotfelty
06/03/2026 02:18:23
"The security and cleanliness were phenomenal. I also loved having a large area to hang out and relax or grab a drink without going down to a pub was wonderful. Staff were always helpful and kind as well!"
Prices were a little expensive, but that was totally understandable given the high quality of the place and the amenities that were provided.
Vako
10/02/2026 12:11:34
"The beds were clean and had mosquito nets. The room was spacious with only 4 beds. There's an AC in the room and 2 fans. The location is good; it's like a village on the western side of the city. It is safe even walking at night. There are small shops nearby. You can buy basic stuff and cook in the fully equipped kitchen. The beaches are 15-20 minutes walking or 5 min by tuktuk. The fast ferry to the airport is just 10 min walking distance. The staff were ok and helpful. The view from the balcony is great. It's the cheapest place in town. In fact it's the only hostel in Freetown on Booking.com. They have a generator in case of power cuts. The wifi is fast."
The toilet needs a bit of cleaning and maintenance. There's no hot water and the water pressure is weak. The generator is right under the dorm window; very loud. But still; you get what you pay for. A basic hotel in the area is 3-4 times more expensive.
Oleg
19/01/2026 22:06:59
"It smells good!! Our rooms had bathrooms. They should change their status to a hotel not hostel. Kitchen was amazing!"
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Nilgun
25/06/2024 19:16:35
"Perfect location on the beach—outstanding breakfast and host— didn’t want to leave 😅"
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Eleano
24/02/2026 21:09:58
"I had a good stay, the apartment was nice and clean, and the staff was nice and pleasant"
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Lilia
27/07/2024 11:46:21
"Good value for the price, nice amenities, and friendly staff (possible to pay by card). Make sure to ask for the wifi password at the front desk though."
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John
16/02/2026 16:55:53
"It was clean, the staff was super helpful and friendly and they were on top of everything."
I don’t really have any complaints at all.
Sasa
20/03/2026 01:30:00
"The location was ok, between metro stations Manuel Montt and Salvador. All the staff were super nice!"
Acoustics. You could hear everything. No AC in my room, but it wasn't necessary either as it was not a very hot day.
Sam
07/03/2026 15:38:24
"Amin was a great host! Would recommend for a hostel in the city."
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Sharon
19/03/2026 19:24:48
"The Host was so welcoming with great communication and ensured that I was taken care of even when my flight was delayed and I ended up arriving way later that I had initially communicated. She is a 10/10 host. The security is really good in the property. The location is central. A great place if you are looking for a simple place to rest your head before onward travel."
The place wasn’t up to my personal cleanliness standards, though others who are less particular might find it perfectly fine for a night’s stay
Melanie
02/11/2024 22:36:08
"Very nice staff. You get what you pay for for the room."
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Olson
31/10/2025 05:25:04
"The location was beautiful but be aware that it is pretty far from town and there are no shops or places to eat around."
Be aware that Google routes you on the road on the other side is the river from Konjic but you can’t go through on that road because the road is closed when you reach some type of facility.
Christina
02/03/2026 05:04:36
"So I travel by myself. I felt incredibly safe the staff is very kind very friendly and if you need something they're quick to take care of it."
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Taylor
01/01/2026 17:23:50
"Bedding and towels and shower supplies and kitchenware, microwave, sugar, and a welcome pack of foods and hot drinks were all provided. Extremely friendly staff. Great bar and restaurant for dining later in the day, great venue."
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Melanie
02/11/2024 22:36:08
"Very nice staff. You get what you pay for for the room."
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Mike__1
14/10/2023 08:01:16
"It's a basic place, but nice. The bathroom is clean and functional (and great hot water). The bedroom is perfectly fine for a night or two, but would struggle with lots of packing and unpacking if you were staying a while. Owner is super super friendly and nice."
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Mike__1
14/10/2023 08:01:16
"It's a basic place, but nice. The bathroom is clean and functional (and great hot water). The bedroom is perfectly fine for a night or two, but would struggle with lots of packing and unpacking if you were staying a while. Owner is super super friendly and nice."
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Jason
07/02/2026 00:02:17
"The common area always had other travelers to meet and the staff was nice. The breakfast was simple but satisfying. The location is just a short walk to the main tourist sites of the city."
The beds were quite uncomfortable. Mosquito nets full of holes. Understandably the building and windows are old but need to have appendages added to be able to prop them open because there is no airflow and pretty stuffy and smelly rooms.
Jeremy
02/02/2026 22:02:34
"Sebastien, the owner, is super helpful with planning your trip around Mauritania. Room was decent enough for the price."
Basic but good
Nguyen
26/09/2025 02:39:12
"I stayed for 5 days and had a great experience. The room was clean and had hot water, which I really appreciated! While the location might feel a little far from the city center for some, it’s still walkable (about 20–30 minutes on foot), and it was perfect for me since I planned to travel by train later. I also needed to work for several hours and the wifi connection worked perfectly fine! The staff were incredibly supportive—helping with airport pick-ups/drop-offs and even recommending local restaurants. Breakfast was included and quickly became one of the highlights of my stay. I especially loved that it was served in a ger in the dining area—such a unique touch!"
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Christina
02/03/2026 05:04:36
"So I travel by myself. I felt incredibly safe the staff is very kind very friendly and if you need something they're quick to take care of it."
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Beatriz
01/03/2026 22:23:14
"Couldn’t have chosen a better place to stay 10/10"
Just a little throw off by having to pay for bedding.
Patrick
24/01/2026 13:23:41
"Location - At the start of the balcony walk trail. Kind host."
No issues.
Tithi
15/03/2026 08:22:57
"The location, staff, fully stocked kitchen, warm inside spaces, and last but not the least the delicious breakfast. The whole vibe of the hostel is amazing - highly recommend."
The showers can be a bit bigger, but not an issue.
Cleverson
08/03/2026 18:20:36
"Really nice place to stay in Luanda with nice and friendly people working there!"
Nothing
Injey
10/03/2025 10:22:46
"Real it's a Good place welcome and good hospitality, also the manager is a very good person."
Nothing
Reed
12/02/2026 03:03:20
"The location was excellent and I found the staff quite welcoming and friendly. I would definitely recommend to other travelers."
I did not like the fact that there was no bathroom in the dorm rooms. The toilets and showers were right next to the dorms but still, you had to go outside to get to them.
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