Skip to main content
  1. Hotel reviews homepage
  2. Costa Rica hotel reviews
  3. Limon hotel reviews
  4. Puerto Viejo hotel reviews
  5. Reviews of Kalunai Hostel

Reviews of Kalunai Hostel

Corner 219A Street and 67 Avenue. Del taller mecánico Dani 100 metros oeste, 70403 Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

#35 of 82 hotels in Puerto Viejo

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 393 hostel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

100% verified reviews

Real guests. Real stays. Real opinions.

Read more- opens a dialog box
Write a review

Showing 1 – 25

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    10
    Great staff, location,communal area. Well run and all guests respectful. Comfortable beds and rooms. Recommended for all
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Great staff, location,communal area. Well run and all guests respectful. Comfortable beds and rooms.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is air conditionning here and the water in the toilets was browny

    The vibe is really cool, the staff is easy going, always present. I only stayed one night but it was à good night !

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - Very chill hostel with lots of hammocks - nice staff (especially Gonzalo! He was really friendly, helpful and always up for a chat. His playlist is also great) - Good for meeting new people

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Twin Room - Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The personnel very helpful and willing to provide any information. Especially Giannis was very friendly. If you are Greek like me, 1/1.000.000 I know, talk to him and you will be very surprised. Also very good and relaxing environment outside in the yard in the common areas. A full kitchen that could be shared by everyone

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had a lovely, relaxing time at this place. It was everything I needed and wanted from a hostel and very clean and homely. The staff member treated me very well and was very pleasant. I would highly recommend staying here and will definitely return.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    10
    Great location and staff, fun vibe! Worth every penny 😊
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room - Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful Vibe! Great service, super friendly staff and the owner was on site very lovely human 😊

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    9.0
    Good value for money & lovely staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room - Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was super hot & just wouldn’t cool down, that would be the only negative element.

    The hostel had a real chill vibe and it was so nice sitting in the main area, playing with the cute kittens :) the staff that worked in the hostel were so nice and created a friendly atmosphere. The location was good.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    8.0
    Great staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathrooms could have been cleaner, facilities are basic but everything works well

    Staff were very helpful and there was a nice common area

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I guess out of most of the hostels it's positioning wasn't the most ideal but it was still amazing due to it being a 3 minute walk from the centre and 5 minute walk to the first beach

    I loved the staff's friendliness and enjoyment they had in their jobs, which made the vibe really nice and fun, making the environment really nice to hang and meet with other people

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    9.0
    Great hostel! Would book again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    - Nice lounge area with hammocks & chairs, was easy to socialise with other people, there was a relaxed vibe - Friendly staff!! - Dorm room is a bit small but it was fine! The bed was really comfy and the sheets felt soft and fresh :) - Nice location away from the loud street but a short walk to the beach, supermarket etc. - Hostel offers rental bikes, and a laundry service at the hostel - During my stay they organize some activities like a chocolate tour, movie night & dinner

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    9.0
    Safe, comfortable and friendly place :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Giannis and Gonzalo are excellent hosts and are there to help with anything you need. I felt welcomed as soon as I stepped through the gates! There are bikes to rent and a communal kitchen/ common area to chill (the kittens were a huge bonus) thank you so much!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loud music played until 11pm, even when there was no hostel guests socialising, and you can't escape this noise where the dorm rooms are positioned. Dorm rooms cramped and extremely warm

    Friendly staff, on the edge of town so no traffic noise but perfect walking distance, plenty bathrooms/showers all functional and clean, kitchen is great and they have coffee every morning

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    10
    Chilly and friendly place, good vibes!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff is really nice and friendly. Good vibes. Super clean! I felt welcome and relax. Super recommended 😍

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    10
    This hostel was very clean and has a home like vibe. The guests were friendly and the staff were helpful with anything I
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I like everything!

    The staff was very accommodating and kind.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Twin Room - Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel have a great atmosphere and it's so nice to connect with everybody in the outdoor area. The Rooms are super comfortable and clean. We would come back anytime.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room - Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complains about anything

    Lovely place, great location in Puerto Viejo (5 min walk to center), friendly atmosphere. Lots of bathrooms, well equipped kitchen, comfortable private room. Staff is the best, especially Gonzalo who does everything to make you feel comfortable. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    9.0
    Great hostel - highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - all good!

    Great hostel - good facilities and location. Clean and comfortable. Really nice chilled atmosphere. Coffee in the mornings and bike rentals available. Had a great stay and the staff are amazing!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2024

    9.0
    Hosts are amazing & communal areas bring everyone together
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is a little set back but still only a few minutes walk to the main road

    Gonzalo is an amazing host & the owner is lovely, really friendly workers that can’t do enough for you & even went for walks, played live music & managed to hitch a ride to the bus terminal when leaving! The communal areas are great, lots of hammocks, tables & chairs, large dining tables brings everyone together, kitchen big enough for lots of people to cook and not feel on top of each other, lots of games, free towels. I stayed in 4 different hostels during my few weeks in Puerto Viejo & definitely my favourite!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really nice atmosphere, very welcoming and nice owner and staff. Always clean. Nice chillout area and very well equipped shared kitchen. Location is quiet and everything close by. Good Bike rentals

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2024

    10
    Great stay. Happily would go back !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Giving Kalunai a solid 10. Rooms were very clean and cleaned every day, fridges and a large kitchen are available for use, there are bikes for rent to explore the nearby beaches, the location is walking distance to the bars in town yet the hostel at night quiet. This being said it is not necessarily a party hostel if you are looking for one. Nonetheless they organize evening events together as well and if you want to party Puerto Viejo offers plenty of options The staff are super friendly and helpful All in all a great stay and easy to meet great people when traveling solo - would definitely go back to Kalunai when back in Puerto Viejo

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I think it was only me with this problem but there were some ants that bite me. Just using insect protection would solve that problem, but I always forgot to put that on.

    Super social hostel, with giannis and gonzalo as great hosts. They were always helpful and there for you if you got a question, and created a very comfortable environment. I visited 3 great hostels in puerto viejo but this one I liked the most.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2023

    8.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing in particular.

    Nice staff.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owner Gonzalo is really nice, he welcomes you very warmly and makes your stay amazing. The vibe of the hostel was super friendly. You get a towel and new bedding every day.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything

    I loved my stay at the hostel. I stayed even longer than I intended to, because it's so nice. It was very clean and the vibe there is the best. Could spend all day in one of the hammocks, good music in the background and two adorable cats hanging around. Love them so much ❤️ Sometimes even animals like hummingbirds or agouti come too :-) Gonza is the best! He gives you such a warm welcome and really makes your day. Also a good singer 😅 Everyone loves him. He still ownes me that ukulele song though 😄

    Stayed in November 2023

Showing 1 – 25

We Price Match
We Price Match
Low rates • No booking fees • Find cheaper? We'll refund the difference!