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Tamarindo Surf Camps by Selina Surf Club - Hostel - Tamarindo - Bedroom
Tamarindo Surf Camps by Selina Surf Club - Hostel
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£28+
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Tamarindo Backpackers - Tamarindo - Pool
Tamarindo Backpackers
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
8.9Very Good(389)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£58+
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Hostel Real - Santa Rosa - Patio
Hostel Real
Santa Rosa, Costa Rica
6.6Okay(12)
Air conditioning
£27+
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Pipe House Playa Grande - Playa Grande - Patio
Pipe House Playa Grande
Playa Grande, Costa Rica
9.2Wonderful(333)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£54+
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Pura Vida Hostel - Tamarindo
Pura Vida Hostel
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
6.7Okay(363)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£32+
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Playa Grande Surf Camp - Playa Grande
Playa Grande Surf Camp
Playa Grande, Costa Rica
9.0Wonderful(451)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£42+
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Mai Ke Kai Surf House - Tamarindo
Mai Ke Kai Surf House
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
8.8Very Good(191)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£12+
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Casa Aura: Beachfront Premium Hostel - Tamarindo
Casa Aura: Beachfront Premium Hostel
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
7.9Good(756)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£51+
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Coral Reef Surf Hostel and Camp - Tamarindo
Coral Reef Surf Hostel and Camp
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
7.1Good(574)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£28+
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Sunset hostel - Tamarindo
Sunset hostel
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
6.9Okay(380)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£28+
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Tamarindo Hostel Resort - Tamarindo
Tamarindo Hostel Resort
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
8.6Very Good(245)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£100+
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The Backside House -women only- - Tamarindo
The Backside House -women only-
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
9.4Wonderful(22)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£46+
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Tsunami Hostel - Tamarindo
Tsunami Hostel
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
7.6Good(286)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£26+
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Blue Trailz Surf Camp - Tamarindo
Blue Trailz Surf Camp
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
7.6Good(84)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£70+
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Tamarindo hostels near the city centre

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Hostel La Botella de Leche - Tamarindo - Tamarindo - Pool
Hostel La Botella de Leche - Tamarindo
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
8.5Very Good(1561)
£37+
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Pupa House - Tamarindo - Bedroom
Pupa House
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
8.9Very Good(25)
£32+
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Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel - Tamarindo Costa Rica - Tamarindo - Bedroom
Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel - Tamarindo Costa Rica
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
8.8Very Good(844)
£42+
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Tamahostel & Glamping - Tamarindo - Bedroom
Tamahostel & Glamping
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
9.0Wonderful(349)
£31+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Tamarindo

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Tamarindo with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Tamarindo?

Hostels are cheapest in Tamarindo in August, with average rates of £9. In comparison, January is the most expensive month, with prices at £50.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Tamarindo?

Monday offers the lowest rates in Tamarindo, with an average nightly price of £7. The highest prices are found on Tuesday, with average rates at £41.
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August
January
£32
£38
Cheapest month to stay with an average 63% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 106% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Tamarindo hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Tamarindo, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Tamarindo in August and April.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Tamarindo

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Tamarindo?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Tamarindo is £38 compared to £146 for a night in a hotel.

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