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Reviews of Casajungla Hostel

Avenida Pastor Dias, 50 meters south of the Hotel Kangaroo, 61101 Jacó, Costa Rica

#35 of 172 hotels in Jacó

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 140 hostel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    9.0
    Very lovely stay with a true Jungle atmosphere 😍
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not on the host but Costa Rica goes to bed early. The sun is down by 6 pm and quiet hours are observed shortly after through the night. A few times the pool and facilities would shut down early if no one was using them. This could be a bother on occasion if we didn't arrive back at the room until after things had been shut down at 7pm vs the 10pm time posted.

    The breakfast was a Costa Rican typical fare. The host served the same breakfast daily. This was fine with myself and friends as we were able to cook and add things like sausage to our plates if desired ~

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2024

    9.0
    Overal really nice, despite the hot night without the ac.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No ac in the room (but we should have checked that) and the vent was not great.

    The shared area was brand new with new pool and nice kitchen area. Not in the centre but close to the beach. Parking inside available.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2024

    10
    Exceeded any expectations! :D
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Delicious breakfast, right by the beach, super clean and beautiful, good value for money and the owners are soooo sweet. I loved every moment at this place! Would stay again.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: January 14, 2024

    10
    Relaxing, peaceful, good vibes, very clean, lovely owners
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was hot in room

    Loved the room

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2024

    9.0
    Fun, funky hostel with a friendly staff just minutes away from the beach!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They were making improvements that had construction pretty early the next morning, but we were warned and had to get up early anyway. Instructions on how to get through the locked gate upon arrival would’ve been helpful.

    It’s a fun, hippy, beach vibe with a very friendly staff! The beach was super close, and the breakfast was great. They had some rooms with private bathrooms, and they also had a community fridge. Excellent experience for my first hostel!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: December 26, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was very clean and felt comfortable. The staff is friendly and they offer good breakfast.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 15, 2023

    10
    Short walk to the beach and great homemade breakfast included
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Located pretty far from downtown Jacó but wasn't a factor for me

    So close to the beach and amazing fresh cooked breakfast included. Bed was nice, no complaints at all

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 26, 2023

    8.0
    Great hostel, beware of current construction
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The construction currently starts at 6-6:30, goes the whole day and is very loud. It will be fine once it's over. 20th of December, I believe. As it is now, you can hardly use the kitchen.

    It is a really nice hostel, with good vibes in a great location. The host is really friendly and the breakfast fantastic

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 9, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    -> I was only missing a hammock to chill after surf :)

    -> the owners of the casa jungla are very nice. they make you feel like you‘re at home 🙏🏻 -> nice breakfast and surfboards to rent -> in a quiet area and very close to the beach

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was a bit hot in the room, otherwise nothing much:)

    The rooms are very pretty. We only stayed one night, but the vibe felt great. We could leave the car on the patio. Breakfast was big and good.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 15, 2023

    8.0
    I had a wonderful time and would definitely recommend staying here!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    During my stay the garden was being renovated so there was a bit of noise during the day. But I did get informed about that before my arrival so I could expect it.

    The hostel is quite nice. It’s located a bit outside of the main city so it’s super quiet. The hosts are really wonderful. They prepare a fresh breakfast every morning which is super delicious. Don’t be surprised to find some insects in your room - that’s just Costa Rica! They don’t have an A/C which didn’t bother me.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: June 11, 2023

    10
    A super comfortable stay in Jaco
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Comfy beds, spacious clean bathrooms and a great outdoor kitchen/dining room/lounging area. Bonus points for the big TV with Netflix.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2023

    10
    Great quiet place at the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The atmosphere and attention to details, as well as the breakfast and cleanliness were second to none. The beach is only 150m from the property.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2023

    10
    The niceist hostel I have stayed so far!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Air conditions in the rooms will help people rest more from the heat.

    Come to this cozy, colorful jungle where breakfest was excellent, garden and relax areas were so good that CasaJungla will be a place you imagine from now on then you think about retreat. :))) 3 komplete bathrooms, beautifully decorated like rest of the accomodation, always clean, and they put new towels on your bed every other day. Thank you, you are excellent example on how to run a hostel! :))

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    love this hostel. beautiful property and the atmosphere is what brought me back the second time. burning incense and boho decor. amazing breakfast in the morning too.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location is off the main strip and more quiet. Great breakfast and traveler company. Not a party hostel and helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very clean! Excellent customer service! Owners are so nice and helpful! Breakfast amazing

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: March 30, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cozy rooms with a lovely interior. Wonderful homemade breakfast and great opportunity to meet everyone in the morning ☕️☀️

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2023

    8.0
    Nice vibe
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    -

    Great breakfast and nice vibe

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 9, 2023

    10
    best hostel I went in Costa Rica !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing I love it!!!!

    so clean and beautiful!!!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only problem I could find was the pillow abit lumpy but bed so comfy didn't notice after a short while

    Breakfast was amazing. Big portion too. Lovely garden to relax in, friendly dog if you want companion. Owners were lovely. Amazing shower. Bungs had proper steps not ladders

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 17, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing it was all so good

    I really loved this hostel. It’s about a mile from the main part of jaco, which I enjoyed as it was a little quieter. They have bikes you can borrow to go downtown but also walking distance. The kitchen area was stellar!! Super clean and organized, was so refreshing compared to other hostel kitchens. Cute dog <3 Garden in the back was so lovely. And bonus points from me for the outside shower option! Lovely hosts who spoke very good English. Breakfast and coffee was yummy and super filling. Overall loved

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2023

    10
    Hidden gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice style 😉 very close to the beach and having 2 bicycles to go into town is great.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 9, 2023

    10
    Would definitely stay here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This was a very pleasant experience. the owners are very nice and they are easy to talk with. very informative on anything you need. Rooms: We stayed in a private room. very spacious with ceiling fans. Beds: very comfy and 2 pillows/person Common areas: a variety of different areas snd experiences. living room in the front with couches and chairs. kitchen +dining area very spacious with large table. Garden has a few hammocks and garden furniture under a tent so you’re not in the sun/ rain. Kitchen: Well equipped. Fridge: Only one fridge but it’s a small hostel so we all managed. Extras: There are a few bicycles which are free for the first hour then they charge 2,000 colónes if you take additional hours. Surf boards available. Breakfast: Coffee is prepared early in the morning and they serve you breakfast at the table. Typical Tico breakfast. Very safe hostel as most places in CR. 10-12 minutes walk to downtown by road. A few minutes less via the beach. 5 minutes by bicycle.

    Stayed in February 2023

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