About

“Pura Vida MINI Hostel Santa Teresa” is a super chilled hostel close to the best Surf Beaches and commercial center, with swimming pool, lot of nature, wildlife and good vibes.

We have 2 communal kitchens very equipped, 3 large fridges and a beautiful chill out area with a fantastic swimming pool, pool table and hammocks, all you need to have a great time after a good surfing day.

We have different types of rooms, with private or shared bathroom, rustic bungalows and dorms. Rooms are being cleaned daily and we are very particular and meticulous about the cleanliness of our hostel and the common areas.

We have excellent location in the heart of Santa Teresa, only 150 meters from the surf break and the beautiful beach. 30 seconds walking distance to the nearest super market, shops, bars and restaurants, and 300 meters from the only pharmacy and 2 banks in town. But away from all the dust, hassle and bustle of this little town in our own private sanctuary with a lot of trees and nature.

We also rent surf boards for all levels and ages, advising you what board to choose in case you are starting to surf.

We have happy and always smiling, bi-lingual staff that has a good knowledge of the local area, tours, shuttles, and of Costa Rica. We can help you arrange all your activities, your next hostel stays, better tours and secret places of Costa Rica.

Come to MINI Hostel to stay with us if you want to meet great people from all over the world, have fun, relax and experience the real Pura Vida atmosphere.

Check in: 14:00
Check out: 10:00
Credit cards not accepted - pay cash upon arrival
+ 9 pax group bookings accepted
13% taxes NOT included

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 21:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
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Reviews

8.6Fabulous(471)
  • Value for Money
    8.4
  • Security
    9.3
  • Atmosphere
    8.2
  • Cleanliness
    7.8
  • Staff
    8.9
  • Location
    9.6
  • Facilities
    8.2
Summary of traveller reviews

Pura Vida MINI Hostel in Santa Teresa offers a fantastic social atmosphere with friendly staff and a great pool area. It's conveniently located close to the beach and supermarkets, making it ideal for travellers seeking a relaxed yet social stay. Some recent guests noted issues with cleanliness in rooms and occasional problems with insects.

Stayed in Sept 2026
3.1
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Baltsar
Male, 25-30, Sweden
Filthy, moody, stuffy rooms. Bed over me had dead bugs all over it. Spilling from some animal/insect on another top bunk that they just left there. Ac had mold colonies on it in the outlet. Between the walls and floors there were dead bugs (big ones…). Lockers were rickety and didn’t feel secure. Pool was dirty and I would never get into it. I stayed a few hours and left for the hostel down the road that was cheaper yet so much better. Night and day. They need to fix their rooms and clean.
Stayed in Jun 2026
10
O
omri
Male, 18-24, Israel
Best hostel in my trip! Really nice people and atsmosphere. I will come back!
Stayed in Jun 2026
8.3
A
Anonymous
Female, 18-24, England
Well located, affordable hostel with all facilities you might need, including a kitchen and a swimming pool. When we visited, it was very quiet in June during the rainy season, so keep that in mind if you are looking to socialise!
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Location

500 mts north, and after the first bridge, 100 m, Mal Pais Santa Teresa de Cobano, Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
2.3km from city centre