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Reviews of Hostel Tortuguero 7BackPackers

Tortuguero, 50E Super Las Tortugas, 70205 Tortuguero, Costa Rica

#18 of 34 hotels in Tortuguero

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 118 hostel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free Wifi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: June 6, 2024

    8.0
    Great stay in Tortuguero with a very sweet lady
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 6 Adults
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The kitchen inventory could have been a little better in terms of quantity and quality. Furthermore, the chill area could be more comfortable with for example pillows and a backrest.

    The owner of the place is really kind and is willing to help you with anything. Rooms are clean, as well as the shower and toilet.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lots of extra charges, was meant to pay $86 for 4 nights but was charged over $120 as there aren't banks in tortuguero so the exchange rate is poor, and also charges for commission and tax. Nice place but it would be helpful to mention somewhere that there will be lots of extra charges.

    Great location, friendly owner.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 23, 2024

    8.0
    Good place for a short stay in Tortuguero
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 5 Adults
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Toilet was a bit cramped

    Great location, close to the main dock. Owner was very friendly and helpful and the room was comfortable and clean.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no windows in the room. So it is gonna be a bit hot but okay m

    This is a very cute hostel and the location is perfect. The staff was really nice. I can recommend it!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 7, 2024

    9.0
    Best backpacker option
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 5 Adults
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    If I have to say something: maybe a hammock or something else to chill in would be nice in the seating area

    This is such a great low budget option. In the town, great price, clean, breakfast included, kind host!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 2, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 6 Adults
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Dorm was cramped...2 bunks and a double bed. If dorm had been fully occupied there wouldn't have been enough room. No windows in our dorm and poor lighting.Plugs not in appropriate places for charging phones,placed high up by electric fans. Bathrooms are very small Kitchen is basic but clean

    Location....very central to everything. Staff are excellent, very helpful and regularly asked if we would like fresh bedding. Lovely breakfast of eggs on toast and coffee each morning We were met off the boat and escorted to our hostel and shown where to go in the village to book tours or get any information we needed. Nice outdoor seating area

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The host is very lovely. She is even asking after the tours how the guests liked it so she can improve her recommendations. Also breakfast is a bonus here. I had a double bed in a dorm of my own.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2024

    8.0
    Heartwarming host and a cozy stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 5 Adults
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing in particular except that I would maybe add one more pillow to my bed as I like more pillows. Also get used to the heat as it can get very warm in the room, but there are very strong fans in each room.

    Dõna Marina is a wonderful lady and a host. She makes sure you have everything and gives tips about the location. Make sure to use their tours and not other that you find as the prices are cheaper and locals are your guides. We made a mistake of booking our tours online prior to arriving here. Especially good when traveling with friends!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2024

    8.0
    Totally fine for a few nights!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Don’t expect a nice community there as in other hostels. I feel like people are just coming for a few nights and only use the place to sleep (which is totally fine of course) Hostel doesn’t have a nice commune area or so. Be prepared that everything on the island is very expensive, so maybe bring your own food from the main land

    The location is great. Breakfast was yummy, the owner is sweet (she doesn’t speak english though). They also help you with tours, rentals etc. Kitchen is clean and nice

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 13, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 6 Adults
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The double bed was very solid, and it seemed that a large family lives in the same place so it was pretty noisy sometimes, but I'm sure some people will actually like it.

    Clean, perfect location, very nice staff, lockers, super strong fans (we had 3 fans in the 6-bed room), supermarket close by, great value for money.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: October 22, 2023

    8.0
    Great located hostel with very nice hosts!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 5 Adults
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    For the price you pay, it is perfect!

    The lady of the house was so friendly! She only speaks spanish but with a little bit of effort you can understand her easily. The hostel will help you with booking the tours. The tours we did were very nice and with very good guides. It is warm in the room but they put 3 ventilators in the room so it is okay to sleep.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2023

    9.0
    Had a great stay overall
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 6 Adults
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was hit and ventilation in rooms is poor but fans are present.

    Good location and quiet. clean, friendly owner, access to kitchen/fridge. Good price for Tortuguero

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2023

    9.0
    Nice stay in the Tortuguero
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I cannot think of anything specific I did not like. Everything met my expectations.

    Very enjoyable staff that helps you set up in the village and they book for you the activities that you want to do. They make sure that the guides pick you up from the hostel. Also, they prepare your breakfast outside the breakfast slot to be able to do the activities. Even though the heat, there are plenty of fans to be able to sleep at night.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2023

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

    No comment

    The location was good very close to the beach.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2023

    7.0
    Cute, easy and local Hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 6 Adults
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    using the toilet is a little tricky because your knees are super close to the wall. Nevertheless it is super clean

    The Owner is really nice and helps you a lot with explaining what to do. They also have partnerships with the tour companies and you can directly book it there

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rooms were very small, not the best kitchen

    Great atmosphere, location and friendly and helpful staff

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2023

    9.0
    Fantastic hostel in Tortuguero
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wish every bed had an outlet (in my dorm, only one bed had access to an outlet) Don't be too quick to book tours or boats with them, they take a little cut of each sale, so you end up paying more 😅

    Best hostel to stay in Tortuguero! I will definitely stay at the same place if I go back to Tortuguero. Mariana took really good care of us, she cooked us a beautiful, delicious breakfast every morning. The rooms have lockers, the beds are clean and comfortable. The kitchen is quite good too. We felt safe there, the location is great, 30 seconds walk from a grocery store. There are two nice areas outside to chill in the shade.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms are too hot at night you have to keep the door open if you don't want to wake up drenched.

    Marina is lovely and helpful, the facilities are alright

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2023

    7.0
    Could be improved
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The dorm was way too small for 5 persons with no air and no space to put down our luggage so it was hard to sleep or stay in there Not enough seating to eat with only one table outside No vegan breakfast option Tour guide Welcoming you on behalf of the hostel at the Port feels too pushy as they try and sell you stuff while you haven't even checked in .. annoying.

    Friendly and very helpful reception Met some nice people Free coffee

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Toilets are in the same place than the showers so queue are expected.

    Cheap place with space to hang clothes

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 6 Adults
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms are very small and have no windows.

    The staff was really nice and made an effort for the guests.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 5 Adults
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Power shut off, not hosts fault.

    After coming back late from morning tour, the owner prepared breakfast just like the other day. Very helpful in booking boat and travel to Puerto Viajo.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 5 Adults
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room had so many beds that there was hardly space for my bag. The room had no windows so there was a smell of humidity

    Marina was very friendly and helpfull. The location was good

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - 5 Adults
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only downside was that the rooms were quite crowded (especially with all the backpacks) and lacked fresh air. It got a bit stuffy in there.

    The location of the hostel is amazing - right next to the beach. Everything was clean and staff was always happy to help. Breakfast was great as well!

    Stayed in December 2022

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