Airy, eclectic hotel featuring balconies, plus free breakfast & an outdoor pool.

• Beach access
• Pool
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable with large beds, hot showers and secure grounds with parking; the owner offers knowledgeable nature tours and a modest breakfast for a small extra charge. It is close to the main strip yet often feels calm, though guests sometimes report noise during peak holidays and limited payment or late-check-out flexibility.

• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Svastha sits in the jungle with sea and village views, minutes from the beach, and features clean rooms, simple dorms and a leafy yoga shala with ocean vistas. Staff and hosts are attentive, the café serves good food and coffee, and daily classes use quality props; some guests mention limited dorm lighting and occasional after-hours gate/key confusion.

• Air conditioning
• Spa
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Hukats Secret Jungle offers clean, comfortable cabins with air conditioning or fans, reliable Wi‑Fi, laundry and a shared kitchen on gated grounds just outside Puerto Viejo, about a 10–20 minute walk from town. A friendly local family runs the place, rents bikes and provides attentive service, though some guests report occasional neighborhood disturbances at night.

• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Los Delfines Lodge provides clean, comfortable houses amid lush gardens full of birds and jungle sounds, with bikes available and easy access to nearby beaches and Puerto Viejo. The hosts are attentive, offering transport, local tips and extra touches, though road noise and barking dogs can disturb light sleepers.

Basic rooms with hammocks in a colorful, relaxed hotel featuring a tree house & a communal kitchen.

• Airport shuttle
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Villas Pina offers clean, well-appointed rooms with AC, kitchenettes and verandas that open onto lush gardens frequented by sloths, toucans and friendly dogs. The property sits quietly a short walk from town and the beach, and the hosts provide attentive, personalized service with helpful local advice, flexible arrangements and made-to-order breakfasts.

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Villas Mapache del Caribe offers comfortable, spacious apartments with reliable AC, hot water, Wi‑Fi, secure on‑site parking and gated grounds, plus large balconies. It sits in a quiet neighborhood near Playa Negra, and the hosts are friendly, helpful and flexible.

Functional hotel offering simple rooms & apartments with free Wi-Fi, plus a communal kitchen.

• Free breakfast
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Rooms and grounds are simple; the location places the property in a lively area of Puerto Viejo. The atmosphere can be noisy at night because of music from nearby venues. Hosts and service are not often described.

Blossom PARADISE offers clean, well maintained rooms with fully equipped kitchens, a refreshing pool and lush, wildlife-filled gardens. The property feels relaxed and slightly remote yet Puerto Viejo is reachable by car or Uber, and hosts and staff are friendly, responsive and attentive.

• Beach access
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi

Casa Luce offers beautifully decorated rooms and pleasant outdoor seating on a tranquil, well-kept property a little removed from Puerto Viejo center, with parking and bike rentals for easy access. Hosts are friendly and attentive, though some guests note humidity in rooms and a strict, limited breakfast setup with occasional inconsistencies in room service.

• LGBTQ+ friendly

Cabinas Popular offers spacious, clean rooms set around a quiet garden a short walk from Puerto Viejo’s center and beach, with a shared, well-equipped kitchen and reliable Wi‑Fi. The family-run hosts are generally friendly and helpful, though guests may encounter limited hot water, occasional maintenance issues and nighttime noise from nearby properties.

• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Exotic Lodge sits in a central Puerto Viejo location with a quiet courtyard; rooms are generally spacious, some with kitchenettes, and staff are friendly and attentive. Breakfast options are available, but maintenance and cleanliness can be inconsistent—old furnishings, spotty shower facilities, occasional insect reports—and nighttime noise is sometimes an issue.

• Airport shuttle
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Hotel Mandacarú offers simple, sometimes rustic rooms set in lush grounds with a shaded pool and abundant wildlife, creating a relaxed, central Puerto Viejo atmosphere. Hosts generally provide friendly, vegan-friendly service, but the property can occasionally have cleanliness, noise, utility, or service inconsistencies that visitors should note.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

The villas sit on spacious grounds with trails and offer roomy accommodations, stunning views and close access to the road leading to Playa Arrecife and Punta Uva, with abundant wildlife like birds and monkeys. The atmosphere is peaceful and removed from Puerto Viejo's bustle, and the family hosts are attentive and accommodating, even providing fresh eggs.

Villas Allen offers comfortable, slightly rustic villas on well-kept grounds with a pool and a family-friendly atmosphere, minutes from Puerto Viejo town and nearby beaches. On-site staff and a manager available 24/7 are attentive and helpful; rooms lack air conditioning but remain comfortable for many.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Laid-back hostel offering simply furnished dorms & rooms, some with private bathrooms.

• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Olivia del Caribe offers clean, comfortable cabins and suites with AC, outside seating, a pool and a short walk to the beach, creating a relaxed, nature-oriented atmosphere. Hosts provide friendly, attentive service and deliver breakfast each morning, though some guests occasionally report issues with drinkable tap water, internet access or booking/refund handling.

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• LGBTQ+ friendly

EVIA Life Resort sits in a lush jungle setting with modern, spacious villas and well-kept grounds where birds and monkeys are seen. The hosts provide attentive, flexible service with breakfast delivered to porches and help arranging transfers, making it a convenient base for exploring nearby parks and beaches, though limited on-site dining and occasional noise or privacy issues are reported.

Mecca offers thoughtfully designed casitas set in lush, quiet grounds with a refreshing pool and easy walking access to the black‑sand beach and local shops. The owner-host provides attentive, personalized service—transport, breakfast and local recommendations—and guests occasionally note small-room or air-conditioning issues.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• LGBTQ+ friendly

The beachfront property offers spacious, clean rooms and a pleasant waterfront setting with an on-site restaurant, making it convenient for families. Service is mixed: cleaning staff are friendly, but front-desk/restaurant personnel can be abrupt, and the atmosphere can be loud when events occur, which may disturb light sleepers.

• Beach access
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi

Villas Roca del Caribe offers well-maintained, modern bungalows with comfortable interiors, outdoor kitchens and a small pool/jacuzzi set in lush gardens where birds and sloths are often seen. The property sits a short walk or drive from nearby beaches, and hosts are welcoming and attentive, providing local recommendations and practical amenities like laundry, parking and reliable Wi‑Fi.

• Parking
• Wheelchair accessible
• LGBTQ+ friendly

The hotel offers basic, family-sized rooms set in a tidy estate with a small pool; rooms are generally clean though there are occasional notes of dated furnishings, pests and inconsistent mid-stay housekeeping. It sits a short walk from Puerto Viejo center and staff provide basic, low-key service.

Funky accommodations in an art-filled, beachfront hostel offering a vibrant restaurant/bar.

• Beach access
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

The hotel offers tastefully minimalist, jungle-facing rooms and lush grounds with outdoor showers and easy access to a private beach a few minutes' walk away. Hosts provide attentive, personalized service and a relaxed, authentic rainforest atmosphere, though some guests note limited privacy in open-style bungalows and occasional functional shortcomings (insects, small pool, spotty Wi‑Fi).

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Pared-down dorms & private rooms in a down-to-earth hostel offering a terrace & rental bikes.

• Air conditioning
• Spa
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Hostel Ba Ba Lu sits in quiet, natural grounds near Punta Uva, offering simple, well-equipped rooms and easy access to Puerto Viejo and Manzanillo. The atmosphere is relaxed and the hosts are friendly and helpful.

• LGBTQ+ friendly

Cabinas Casa Dolce Vita offers spacious, clean rooms and tidy grounds with hot showers and basic kitchen facilities; some rooms can feel warm due to fixed glass windows and limited ventilation. It sits near the main street and steps from the beach in a quiet end-of-town location, and local hosts provide friendly, helpful service with on-site parking.

• Wi-Fi
• Parking

The self-catering houses are clean, comfortable and well equipped, set on pleasant grounds just outside Puerto Viejo with Playa Negra and the sea a short walk away. Hosts Xelo and Gianni offer attentive, welcoming service including airport pickup and home-cooked meals, though occasional events or bookings can cause noise or require room changes.

The villas are modern and spotlessly maintained, offering air-conditioned, well-equipped rooms with fiber internet, a clean pool and even EV chargers. Set inside a gated compound a short walk from Playa Negra, the property feels quiet and safe, and hosts are attentive and responsive with reliable housekeeping.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

The hostel offers spacious, clean rooms set in lush gardens with wildlife, a pool and communal yoga shala, and homemade meals. Its location is a short bike ride from Caribbean beaches and local sodas, creating a relaxed, community-oriented atmosphere. Family hosts run eco and social projects and are welcoming, though Wi‑Fi can be inconsistent.

The property offers modern, well-equipped rooms with ocean views, a pool, and tidy grounds. It sits in a quiet, convenient spot within walking distance of beaches, restaurants and supermarkets (bikes are handy), and the host is attentive and responsive.

La Casa de Rolando offers clean, comfortable rooms with patios, hammocks, fans and hot water, though rooms lack air conditioning and rely on shade. It sits within easy walking distance of Puerto Viejo’s shops and restaurants and feels homey with pets and a small shared kitchen. The hosts are warm and helpful and run Caribbean cooking classes.

• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Tasty Dayz sits across from the beach in a lush, wildlife-filled setting within walking or a short bike ride of Puerto Viejo's center. Rooms range from small but comfortable privates to tighter dorms, and the friendly staff run an onsite restaurant and bike rentals, though common areas and laundry/drying space can feel limited.

• Beach access
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Iguana Villas offers simple, family-friendly rooms and tropical grounds that serve as a relaxed base near Playa Negra. Hosts are generally helpful with local tips, though some visitors report outdated rooms, musty or moldy smells, mosquito problems and occasional hygiene or service issues.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Hotel Magnolia offers simple, functional rooms with AC, hot water and kitchenettes, set among small grounds with lounge areas, parking and a refreshing pool. The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed, and the owners and staff are friendly and responsive; occasional small issues are typically fixed promptly.

La Tribu offers a women-only, social atmosphere with clean, private-feeling dorms, shared bathrooms and a well-equipped kitchen, plus a central location within walking distance of the beach, shops and bike rentals. Hosts are generally helpful and foster activities and security, though some guests report billing, air-conditioning control and occasional cleanliness or pest concerns.

Casual cabins with balconies, hammocks & garden views, plus a restaurant on the beach.

• Airport shuttle
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Casa Wolaba offers air-conditioned dorms and private rooms, a communal kitchen, hammocks and access to a partner pool across the street, in a central Puerto Viejo location near eateries and the beach. The hostel cultivates a lively, social atmosphere that can be noisy and better suited to younger travelers; dorms are compact and cleanliness and staff responsiveness receive mixed comments.

Colorful dorms & private rooms in a laid-back beachfront hostel offering an open-air kitchen.

• Beach access
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Roots Family Hostel has relaxed, homey grounds with a well-equipped kitchen, clean common spaces and social dorms that include individual fans and mosquito nets. It sits in the heart of Puerto Viejo, a short walk to town and the beach; hosts are friendly and helpful, though some guests mention thin walls, occasional noise and minor maintenance lapses.

• Beach access
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Modest rooms, suites & a 2-bedroom house on a jungle resort featuring an outdoor pool.

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Soul Rebel Hostel sits a short walk from the beach and town, offering relaxed, artsy communal spaces, basic but comfortable rooms, and friendly, open hosts. The atmosphere is peaceful and social, though some visitors note occasional cleanliness and maintenance issues such as insects, minimal bunk privacy, and small shared facilities.

• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Kalunai Hostel in Puerto Viejo offers a relaxed, communal vibe with a well-equipped kitchen, hammocks and included breakfast, plus easy access to nearby pools. Rooms are basic and some guests note maintenance and cleanliness issues such as worn bunks, occasional odors and roaming cats. Staff generally remain friendly and helpful.

• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Madre Selva Jungle Hostel sits in lush jungle surroundings a short walk from the beach, with spread-out, artsy grounds and a relaxed, low-key atmosphere. Rooms range from private to dorms and are generally comfortable and cleaner under new management, while friendly staff, a shared kitchen and bikes make the stay convenient.

• Wi-Fi
• Parking

The lodge offers cozy, jungle-style rooms and lush grounds alive with hummingbirds, monkeys and other wildlife, plus an open-air terrace and bathrooms that blend with nature. It sits in a quiet, slightly secluded spot within walking distance of a beach, and hosts are warm and attentive, preparing generous homemade breakfasts and sharing local tips.

• Airport shuttle

Casa Cocles is a well-equipped Caribbean house set in lush gardens with open, light-filled rooms that blend indoor and outdoor living. It sits in a central Playa Cocles location with a relaxed, nature-filled atmosphere, and hosts are attentive and personable.

Looney Grapes Hostel sits amid lush jungle near the beach, offering dorms with mosquito nets, a communal kitchen and cozy grounds where howler monkeys provide a lively soundtrack. Hosts are friendly and welcoming, though some guests note occasional cleanliness or maintenance issues and limited hot water in showers.