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Room2Board Hostel and Surf School

2.0 star property
Hostel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
View from property
On the beach, surfing
Private Room 205a, Share Bathroom w/205b
Hiking

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Pool
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr

Explore the area

Map
200 Metros Oeste de la Clinica de Jaco, In front of the beach, Jacó, 61101
  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Jacó Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Tambor (TMU)
    ‪203 min drive‬

Room options

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Room

Room 303

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Room 2

Room 2

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 1

Room 1

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Private Room 206b, Share Bathroom w/206a

Private Room 206b, Share Bathroom w/206a

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Private Room 206a, Share Bathroom w/206b

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Private Room 205b, Share Bathroom w/205a

Private Room 205b, Share Bathroom w/205a

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room101/5

Room101/5

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Private Room 205a, Share Bathroom w/205b

Private Room 205a, Share Bathroom w/205b

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room 302

Room 302

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 104

Room 104

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Room 204

Room 204

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room

Room 301

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Jacó

At Room2Board Hostel and Surf School you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Jacó Beach and Jacó Walk Shopping Center. Highlights at this beachfront hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Chili Guaros, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hostel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find surfing/body boarding. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .In the area of this Jacó hostel, you'll find Marina Los Sueños.
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What's nearby

  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Jacó Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Neo Fauna - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Marina Los Sueños - 17 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Point - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Green Room - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Morales House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Public House - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hola India Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School

Hostel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room.

WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This Jacó hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Room2Board Hostel and Surf School offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations, with a ceiling fan. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 11 AM for a fee: USD 4 to 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Chili Guaros

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:00 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 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 13 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 20.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 4 to 8 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (one way)

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
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, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 13 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Room2Board Hostel Surf School Jaco
Room2Board Hostel Surf School
Room2Board Surf School Jaco
Room2Board Surf School
Room2Board Hostel And Surf School Costa Rica/Jaco
Room2Board Hostel Surf School
Room2Board Hostel and Surf School Jacó

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School?

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School?

As of 4 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School on 20 Apr 2025 start from AU$132.22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School?

Yep, Room2Board Hostel and Surf School has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Room2Board Hostel and Surf School?

Yep, Room2Board Hostel and Surf School is a short 14-minute walk from Jacó Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, body boarding and kayaking.

Does Room2Board Hostel and Surf School have a pool?

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

Does Room2Board Hostel and Surf School serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily between 7 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School?

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

Are pets allowed at Room2Board Hostel and Surf School?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

wilber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is nice thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome spot!
The staff is so friendly and helpful. This place is great. Clean, comfortable and so close to the beach. Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dino

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very clean and fun hostel where the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Solo trip
Hostel was great, awesome bar and pool setup, friendly staff, and everyone looking to hang even w current COVID conditions. Great for solo travelers.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Carlita

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was really fun and the staff were all kind and super helpful. The room and bathroom were nice the only issue was the bathroom door was broken off the hinge. Really nice to be right on the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great experience. First time staying in a hostel, and I think they set the bar too high :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Taylor

Travelled with group
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Happy with Room2Board
Hostel is perfectly located on the beach, pool and bar area are very good for relaxing rooms and overall was very clean, only issue was the pillows and bed sheets were not comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Madeline

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Hostel stay
My friends and I stayed in a room with a queen bed and a single bed with a shared bathroom. The room was great! However, there were aunts EVERYWHERE on the wall next to the single bed. I was so thrown off by them and they were in the sheets as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great time and I would go back.
I almost didn’t stay at Room2Board— they are VERY Instagram-friendly, and I am not exactly the IG demographic. That said, I am glad I didn’t get scared off! Room2Board was clean and friendly, and they were strict about quiet hours starting at 11 pm, so no worries about pounding music all night. My only two comments are SUPER minor: it would be great if they provided hooks in the rooms to hang up wet/damp clothes, especially since they don’t want you to hang clothes out on the balconies, and the free coffee doesn’t actually start at 5 am like the signs in the room say- it starts at 7 am.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is such a great hostel. I had a private room with a shared bathroom. Staff was friendly and the place was big, bright and clean. Right by the beach for great surfing. 10/10. Even got to watch nfl by the pool in the big projector Close to a few good bars for night life. Don’t go alone at night. Jaco is high risk if you are out alone at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent price and environment especially u love surfing and great party !! There are many awesome guys and make me sooooo happy, absolutely I wanna go back again !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There is a reason why this place is rated “best hostel in Costa Rica”. Clean, cool vibe, really nice pool, great location. This place is fantastic. My only gripe was that the free morning coffee wasn’t more than luke-warm. I’d still gladly go back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

lucia patricia

Elevator was not working Lobby staff not able to help all time, many answers like "i dont know"
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
R2B will be our go-to in Jaco
R2B had such a fun atmosphere, was steps to the beach, and had awesome happy hour specials!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and value
Great hotel! Had happy hour 3 times a day, right by the beach and cheap surf rentals. They even had yoga on the roof.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019