La Posada - Hostel

2.0 star property
Beach spa retreat, walking distance from Carmen Beach
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Beach nearby, white sand, beach towels, beach massages
Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Bar (on property)
Courtyard view

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
400m Norte, Cruce Mal País 25Mts Este, Santa Teresa, Cóbano, Puntarenas, 60111
  • Carmen Beach
    4 min walk
  • Santa Teresa Beach
    4 min drive
  • Playa Mal País
    7 min drive
  • Punta Islita (PBP)
    119 min drive

Room options

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Pool View, Poolside

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Pool View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Superior Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Pool View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Santa Teresa

A family-friendly stay in Cóbano awaits you at La Posada - Hostel. Within a 5-minute stroll you'll find Carmen Beach and Santa Teresa Beach within a 30-minute walk. Highlights at this beach hostel include a full-service spa, an outdoor swimming pool and a nightclub. .A relaxing visit to Almendra Spa can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with facials, body treatments and mani/pedis. At the hostel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym and kids' swimming pool as well as access to aerobics classes and yoga classes. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and microwave in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Cóbano hostel, you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Cocal Beach.

What's nearby

  • Carmen Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Playa Mal País - 7 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Cocal Beach - 15 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Hermosa Beach - 23 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪El Carmen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pronto Piccola Italia - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Roastery - ‬3 min walk

About this property

La Posada - Hostel

Beach spa retreat, walking distance from Carmen Beach
La Posada - Hostel offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A children's pool, a nightclub, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly La Posada - Hostel. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cóbano hostel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Nightclub
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
La Posada - Hostel offers 10 accommodations with a safe and shared/communal kitchens. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated accommodation has separate dining areas. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and children's dressing gowns.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Almendra Spa has 2 treatment rooms. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and sports massages. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Children's robes
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Chef service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Griddle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50.00 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 50 (one-way), (from 1 to 18 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hostel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hostal Posada Hostel Cobano
Hostal Posada Cobano
La Posada
Hostal La Posada
La Posada - Hostel Cóbano
La Posada - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
La Posada - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cóbano

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at La Posada - Hostel?

La Posada - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at La Posada - Hostel?

Yep, La Posada - Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to La Posada - Hostel?

Yep, La Posada - Hostel is a short 4-minute walk from Carmen Beach. Fun beach activities include yoga, surfing and snorkelling. You can also find water sports equipment and boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at La Posada - Hostel?

Yep, Almendra Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like facials and body treatments, as well as sports massages.

Does La Posada - Hostel have a pool?

La Posada - Hostel has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

What luxury perks are available at La Posada - Hostel?

La Posada - Hostel features a full-service spa, a nightclub and a health club. All guestrooms come with memory foam beds, premium bedding and room service.

What makes La Posada - Hostel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at La Posada - Hostel.

Is La Posada - Hostel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, an arcade and a BBQ, it's no surprise that La Posada - Hostel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Posada - Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 7 AM - 2:00 PM on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at La Posada - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

La Posada - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 19 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

2.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Sorana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Nice hostel with free breakfast
Enjoyed my stay. The breakfast and internet was good. I wish they had better selection of surfboards.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Martin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff budget stay with all the amenities Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet little place to chill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful
Great place to relax and enjoy. Close to everything. Everyone was very very nice. The pool was clean and warm. They also had daily room cleaning which you don't really find at hostels....Really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

AndrewTincup, San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was really nice and it was very relaxing. I stayed in a dorm room, which is not my normal and I had a great time. Met some really great people. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Megan, Groton, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, especially if your into hot babes serving you breakfast and coffee every morning! Super chill and the staff was really helpful. Walking distance to the beach, grocery store, bank and restaurants. I loved the atmosphere and the cat (Mr. Gato). C.f.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed in a very clean double room with private bathroom. Perfect place to chill. Across the main road from the beach and very good restraunts and coffee shops 30 seconds to 2 min away. Grocery store 30 second walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No limpian la habitación diario. El parqueo es muy pequeño. Permiten que las personas fumen en lugares públicos lo cual es prohibido por ley. Nunca varían el desayuno.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ambiance jeune et bien situé
On a choisi un hostel pour pouvoir rencontrer des gens et on a été servis ! Ambiance jeune et parfois un peu bruyant mais c'était bien ce à quoi on s'attendait et on a été ravis ! Literie peu confortable mais l'ensemble était chouette
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

2/10 Terrible

Ricardo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

diana

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
el lugar muy amigable, con todas las comodidades, a/c muy recomendado
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy cerca del centro linda pileta de natacion y buen desayuno. Habitaciones amplias y frescas.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

ZayraRodriguez, San Pedro

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La atención muy buena, los espacios muy limpios. excelente desayuno.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

francois

Pour les jeunes désargenté et les routards
Baignade sur la plage et repos .L hôtel poséde une piscine la chambre est basique avec climatisation tout de même pas de chaise par contre à l'extérieur un hamac par chambre une chaise extérieure la wifi est mauvaise de la chambre mieux vaut sortir un frigo disponible à l'accueil mais on ne nous l'a pas dit. Le petit déjeuner basique café lait pankaque bout de fruits , le bar pas en service, le personnel est à l'écoute et très sympathique .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018