Puerto Viejo Surf Hostel - San José and Limón, Costa Rica. Costa Rica
INTRODUCTION
Puerto Viejo Surf Hostel is located in The Caribbean side has a short surfing season and produces large swells from tropical storms off Mexico. The exuberance of Puerto Viejo will remind you of what’s important. A place where the ocean and the jungle meet in perfect harmony.
The diversity of its people and the reggae vibes. A hostel experience like no other has emerged. Kayaking, snorkelling, surfing, jungle night walks, delicious afro Caribbean food, the mouth-watering chocolate made by soulful Bribri hands and hitting the Dance Hall Reggae night with all your new friends.
The world tribe gathers in the perfect location. There are also tons of surf spots just waiting to be discovered. Puerto Viejo surfing is definitely recommended, and for the adventurous it could be the trip of a lifetime. Open ocean views, beautiful beaches, surrounded by monkeys, iguanas, crabs… the perfect combination: surf & adventure!
THE ACCOMMODATION
Puerto Viejo Surf Hostel
Good and amazing vibes & atmosphere, very familiar and dedicated service. Perfect mixture of surfing, activities, weekend parties and relax.
Facilities
✔ Eco-desing
✔ Co-work space
✔ Hot water
✔ Air conditioning
✔Lockers/ lugagge storage
✔ Tv Area
✔Garden
✔Bonfire
✔Swimming pool
✔Pool table
✔Parking
✔Board games-library
✔Shared kitchen
✔BBQ Area
Services
✔ Free Wifi
✔ Laundry
✔Sun umbrella
✔Linen
Room
✔ Non-smoker rooms
✔ Double en-suite: Standard, Deluxe & Suite (towels included)
✔ Double room/ shared bathroom
✔ Shared rooms /shared bathroom
Catering
✔ Restaurant & Bar-half pension/full pension
✔ Breakfast-buffet
✔ Lunch & Dinner: local flare with both western and eastern influences.
✔ Special meals for vegetarians or allergic people.
Child-friendly- Less than 3 years for free (Not allowed in a shared room unless family rent the dorm).
Extra beds available in Suites rooms: $20 per night (extra charge). No baby cribs avalaibles
Towels service from $1 (deposit $4).
Pet-friendly ($10 per night extra charge, taxes included)
THE ACTIVITIES
Puerto Viejo Surf Hostel
Puerto Viejo has become one of the top destination surf spots for surfers in search of the best waves in Costa Rica. Because of its rolling coastline, white sand beaches and notoriously ‘hollow’ low tide waves, it attracts surfers of different levels of expertise. Beginners, intermediates and advanced surfers alike can find a perfect breaking wave that caters to their level of experience. Our Surf School is located in Playa Cocle spot. Playa Cocles usually dishes out a super powerful beach braking wave as well. Best conditions come out when it receives a head high to overhead swell from the northeast.
Nearby surfing spots
Salsa Barva
Playa Uva
Playa Negra
Manzanillo
Major Swells
Rainiest months (Dec/Jan & July/Aug) correspond with the swell;it can rain for days on end, but the sun usually comes out a bite every day. We provide surf lessons for those who want to learn how to step on to the water and surfers that want to improve having more speed and control in the green waves. Also for advanced surfers who wants to go one step further in their technique and style.
Professional and experienced surf teachers coach you. They will get you to that next level and help you get the most from your surfing. we use the latest and most advanced equipments to provide the best feeling ever, all the lessons include surfboard and all equipment needed.
Lessons
Group lessons (max. 4 people)-2 hours per day-equipment included.
Semi-private lessons (max 2 people)-2 hours per day-equipment included.
Private lessons- 2 hours per day-equipment included.
Guidings
Puerto Viejo Surf Club & Hostel team guides will found good waves for your level and surf with you in the best spots.
Surf materials Rental
Huge quiver all sizes, boards for beginners, intermediate and advanced surfers.
- soft-boards
- fiberglass-boards
- epoxy-boards
- high-performance boards.
Other activities
- Yoga
- Bike Rental
- Canopy
- Hicking
- Snorkeling
- Canoeing
- Rafting
- Horse riding
- Kayaking
LOCATION & GETTING HERE
Location
Located in front of the beach and the surfing spot Cocle. From dorm rooms to suites this social extravaganza will build lasting bonds that will endure the passage of time. Open ocean views, beautiful beaches, surrounded by monkeys, iguanas, crabs… the perfect combination: surf & adventure!
Puerto Viejo, has been home to some of Costa Rica’s most legendary surf competitions, parties, and cuisines for decades. Dozens of beach cruisers line the beach, creating a homey atmosphere for vacationers and surfers alike “Pura Vida”.
Health
No vaccine is required to enter Costa Rica. Nevertheless, think about taking a treatment against malaria if you wish to hazard in the jungle.
Currency
The local currency is Colon (CRC) but it is not exportable. We recommend you to have US dollars in small denominations and change on the way there. Credit cards are not accepted everywhere.
Getting Here
Nearby airports to Puerto Viejo: San José (4hrs) and Limón (1hr). Book your airport transfer with us.
PRICES & PACKAGES
Surf Lessons Package
We provide surf lessons for those who want to learn how to step on to the water and surfers that want to improve having more speed and control in the green waves. Also for advanced surfers who want to go one step further in their technique and style. Professional and experienced surf teachers will coach you. They will get you to that next level and help you get the most from your surfing. We use the latest and most advanced equipment to provide the best feeling ever, all the lessons include surfboard and all equipment needed.
7 nights pack
Includes
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily Breakfast
- 6 lunch/picnic
- 3 dinners
- Surfboard Hire
- 6 Daily surf lessons (2 hours) in the morning for your level
- Free surf time all afternoon
- Transport to the best spots
- Surf tips and coaching
- Organized social night in our Playground and excellent optional extra activities
- Free Wifi
- Our team on hand 24/7
| Nights | Availability | Room type | Price (per person) |
|
7
|
Jan – Aug, Nov & Dec
|
Dormitory | $1,027.18 |
| Private Room, Shared Bathroom | $2,170.96 | ||
| Standard Room | $2,294.35 |
5 nights pack
Includes
- 5 nights accommodation
- Daily Breakfast
- 4 lunch/picnic
- 2 dinners
- Surfboard Hire
- 4 Daily surf lessons (2 hours) in the morning for your level
- Free surf time all afternoon
- Transport to the best spots
- Surf tips and coaching
- Organized social night in our Playground and excellent optional extra activities
- Free Wifi
- Our team on hand 24/7
| Nights | Availability | Room type | Price (per person, inc. taxes) |
|
5
|
Jan – Aug, Nov & Dec
|
Dormitory | $768.18 |
| Private Room, Shared Bathroom | $1,615.00 | ||
| Standard Room | $1,703.14 |
Surf Guiding & Cowork Package
Surfing, coworking & co-living in Central America with a vibrant Community of talented freelancers, surfers and digital nomads. Whether you are a marketer, blogger, designer, developer, entrepreneur, Instagrammer, artist, multi-talented digital nomad or anything at all you are welcome to come, stay, surf and co-work with the incredible people living in Central America, amazing atmosphere. We have created this package combining surf and co-work, we believe surf is the best way to find inspiration and work better.
4 nights pack
- 4 nights accommodation
- Free access to Co-work areas
- Daily Breakfast
- 3 lunch, 1 dinners
- 3 Daily surf guiding for your level to the best surf spots
- Surf tips
- Organized social night in our Playground and excellent optional extra activities
- Free Wifi
- Our team on hand 24/7
|
Nights |
Availability | Room type | Price (per person, inc. taxes) |
|
4
|
Jan – Aug, Nov & Dec
|
Dormitory | $690.74 |
| Private Room, Shared Bathroom | $1,435.73 | ||
| Standard | $1,506.24 |
2 nights pack
- 2 nights accommodation
- Free access to Co-work areas
- Daily Breakfast
- 1 lunch/picnic
- 1 dinner
- 2 surf guiding sessions for your level to the best surf spots
- Surf tips
- Organized social night in our Playground and excellent optional extra activities
- Free Wifi
- Our team on hand 24/7
|
Nights |
Availability | Room type | Price (per person, inc. taxes) |
|
2
|
Jan – Aug, Nov & Dec
|
Dormitory | $345.37 |
| Private Room, Shared Bathroom | $717.86 | ||
| Standard | $753.12 |
Surf & Jungle Package
Can’t choose between the beach and the jungle? Get the best of both worlds! Stay and get access to the best surfing spots in Central America. On your days away from the waves, explore the jungle to scout exotic flora and fauna, waterfalls, and dense greenery. This package is the perfect mix for anyone who loves surfing, nature and adventure!!
4 nights pack
Inclusions
- 4 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast, 3 lunch/picnic and 2 dinners
- 3 Daily surf lessons or guiding for your level to the best surf spots
- Surf tips
- Jungle Adventure excursion
- Rafting Pacuare adventure
- Organized social night in our Playground and excellent optional extra activities
- Free Wifi
- Our team on hand 24/7
| Nights | Availability | Room type | Price (per person, inc. taxes) |
|
4
|
Jan – Aug, Nov & Dec
|
Dormitory | $702.74 |
| Private Room, Shared Bathroom | $1,459.73 | ||
| Standard Room | $1,530.24 |
Seasons:
Low season: 16-31 January, April to August, 16-30 November &1-15 December.
High season: 1-15 January, February, March, September, October & 16-31 December
Important Info:
- Board rental is included
- One natrual drink or soda included per meal
- Discounts for extra services: airport shuttle 10% discount, retail 10% discount
- Taxes are included
CLIENTS REVIEWS
Great
"Went out today with Mateas and in 2 hours took my surfing to a whole new level. I went from surfing foam to riding real waves. Big thanks to Mateas y Rodrigo. If you wanna ride waves these are your guys and this is the place."
- Brooks Cowles
Great time
"I had a great time with my instructors Mathias and Rodrigo... if you wanna start surfing, improve your skills or move you limits up, this is the right place. THX guys"
- Petra Sosolikova
Beautiful Place
"Beautiful place, I also had a great surf lesson with the guys. Great experience with very good teachers!!!"
- Alex Frank
I recommend
"I had an amazing 5 days thanks to the staff. Especially gigi and the surf guides rodrigo Robi and Matias. I recommend anyone beginners and advanced surfers as well to come to the surf camp and enjoy with those cool people during a great surf experience."
- Nimrod Curtis
Pura Vida
"Went from a total beginner to catching waves in just a few hours! Instructor Rodrigo started with a quick on land lesson and gave helpful feedback once we were in the water. Pura Vida!"
- Laura Bunce
