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About this property

Offering a bar-restaurant and lush gardens, Rocking J's is located right on Salsa Brava Beach in Puerto Viejo. This artistic hostel features a shared kitchen and TV lounge and free WiFi. Rocking J's offers a range of rustic accommodations, including private rooms, shared dorms, tents and hammocks. All come with free sheets and have access to shared bathroom facilities. The hostel offers free painting and mosaic materials. Guests can also enjoy nightly bonfires in the grounds. There is a 24-hour reception and free on-site parking. Rocking J's Salsa Brava Beach is a popular surfing spot. There are many restaurants and bars within walking distance in Puerto Viejo town. Limon Airport is 34 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

    • Breakfast Info

    • American

    • Options with:

    • Terrace

    • Garden view

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Recommended for 2 adults

1 × Double Tent - No A/C, No Fan
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Max. people: 2
Bed: 1 queen bed
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$18 per night
Price $54
3 nights, 2 adults
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Double Room with One Double Bed
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  • 1 full bed
$75 for 3 nights
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Double Room with Bunk Bed
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  • 2 bunk beds
$79 for 3 nights
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Double Room with One Double Bed
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$88 for 3 nights
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Double Room with Sea View
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$147 for 3 nights
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Queen Studio
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  • 1 queen bed
$172 for 3 nights
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Triple Room with Bunk Beds with Fan
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Breakfast $8
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$113 for 3 nights
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Apartment
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Breakfast $8
  • 1 full bed and 1 bunk bed
$270 for 3 nights
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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
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Superior Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
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$246 for 3 nights
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Single Tent - No A/C, No Fan
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  • 1 twin bed
$27 for 3 nights
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Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
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$34 for 3 nights
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Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room with AC
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Bunk Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
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Double Tent - No A/C, No Fan
Recommended for 2 adults
  • 1 queen bed
Tent
646 feet²
Garden view
Inner courtyard view

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Linens
  • Shared bathroom
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
Max. people: 2
$18 per night
Price $54
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Breakfast $8 (optional)
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  • 1 full bed
Room with shared bathroom
646 feet²
Max. people: 2
$25 per night
Price $75
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Breakfast $8 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
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  • Only 2 rooms left on our site
  • 2 bunk beds
Room with shared bathroom
969 feet²
Max. people: 2
$26 per night
Price $79
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Breakfast $8 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
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  • Only 1 room left on our site
  • 1 full bed
Room with shared bathroom
1722 feet²
Sea view
Max. people: 2
$29 per night
Price $88
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Breakfast $8 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
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  • Only 1 room left on our site
  • 1 full bed
1 room
1076 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
Garden view
Private bathroom
Max. people: 2
$49 per night
Price $147
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Breakfast $8 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
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  • Only 1 room left on our site
  • 1 queen bed
Entire studio
1076 feet²
Private kitchen
Private bathroom
Garden view
Air conditioning
Max. people: 2
$57 per night
Price $172
Excluded: 13 % VAT
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  • Non-refundable
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  • 1 twin bed and
  • 1 bunk bed
Room with shared bathroom
969 feet²
Max. people: 3
$38 per night
Price $113
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Breakfast $8 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
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  • Only 1 room left on our site
  • 1 full bed and 1 bunk bed
Entire apartment
603 feet²
Private bathroom
Max. people: 3
$90 per night
Price $270
Excluded: 13 % VAT
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  • Only 1 left on our site
  • 2 full beds
Room with shared bathroom
1076 feet²
Garden view
Air conditioning
Patio
Max. people: 4
$49 per night
Price $147
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  • Breakfast $8 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
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  • Only 1 room left on our site
  • 2 queen beds
1 room
1292 feet²
Private kitchen
Private bathroom
Garden view
Air conditioning
Patio
Max. people: 4
$82 per night
Price $246
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Breakfast $8 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
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  • Only 1 room left on our site
  • 1 twin bed
Tent
538 feet²
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Max. people: 1
Only for 1 guest
$9 per night
Price $27
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Breakfast $8 (optional)
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  • 1 twin bed
Bed in dorm
678 feet²
Max. people: 1
Only for 1 guest
$11 per night
Price $34
Excluded: 13 % VAT
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  • Non-refundable
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  • Only 4 beds left on our site
  • 1 bunk bed
Bed in dorm
646 feet²
Air conditioning
Max. people: 1
Only for 1 guest
$13 per night
Price $39
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Breakfast $8 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
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  • 1 twin bed
Bed in dorm
1615 feet²
Air conditioning
Max. people: 1
Only for 1 guest
$13 per night
Price $39
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Breakfast $8 (optional)
  • Non-refundable
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  • Only 7 beds left on our site
  • 1 twin bed
Bed in dorm
1615 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Air conditioning
Terrace
Max. people: 1
Only for 1 guest
$13 per night
Price $39
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Erika
    Panama Panama
    Location on the beach and close to center, staff was really nice and helpful. Quirqui design and decor of the place. The other guests were all very friendly and pleasant.
  • Payton
    United States United States
    The property was cute and in a perfect location. I felt safe walking everywhere as a solo female traveler :)
  • Ana
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    I like that this time there were activities all nights. Open mic and fire shows.
  • Galvan
    United States United States
    Great location and friendly staff....nice beach front hostel...would definitely go back
  • Rylan
    United States United States
    A hippy chill place good vibes cool people right on the edge of town. Cool bar next to the beach and Cocles Beach is only 15 mins away thru the jungle
  • Luana
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    Location in front of the beach, clean place, facilities.
  • Stanislav
    Canada Canada
    This is my favourite hostel by far. Perfect location with a beautiful beach. Visually very satisfying an you can see that a lot of effort and thought went into the hostel. Eeeeverithing is mosaic an art😀 There is a huge beach front where lots of...
  • P
    United States United States
    I love the uniqueness of the decorations and architecture. I stayed in the mixed dorm and our entry way was a red hand door. I like that the beach was in the back, easy access to the beach. The vibe was very chill and the place was clean. I like...
  • Jim
    United States United States
    The place is amazing. Onsite bar was nice , but tis the people who come here that makes the place special.
  • Nikki
    United States United States
    The 2 bedroom house you have set is was perfect for my daughter and her friends to stay! It was their last weekend in Costa Rica. They have been in college studying abroad and have fallen in love with your county! They loved staying there and it...

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House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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Pets
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A prepayment deposit via PayPal is required to secure your reservation. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Please note that hot water is intermittent.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Rocking J's of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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