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Hostels in Santa Cruz

The Nomadic Hotel
Rooftop terrace

The Nomadic Hotel

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (95)
"What a great time spent in nosara"
The Nomadic Hotel
ONDA - Playa Grande - Adults Only
Outdoor pool

ONDA - Playa Grande - Adults Only

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7)
ONDA - Playa Grande - Adults Only
La Botella de Leche - Hostel
Outdoor pool

La Botella de Leche - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (65)
"Great stay! Nice accommodations- super friendly "
The price is AED 138
AED 156 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
La Botella de Leche - Hostel
TamaHostel & Glamping
Exterior

TamaHostel & Glamping

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13)
"Good"
The price is AED 109
AED 123 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
TamaHostel & Glamping
Pupa House
Rooftop terrace

Pupa House

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"I really loved my experience at Pupa House, and it really was that perfect accommodation for my tamarindo experience. Incredibly kind and helpful staff, delicious smoothies at their cafe, and a refreshing pool. Staying in a capsule hotel was a fun and new experience, even for someone like me who's a little tall 😂"
The price is AED 298
AED 336 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Pupa House
Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (47)
"Great vibes, great location. "
The price is AED 103
AED 116 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Casa Pura Vida Surf Hostel
Hostel Samara
Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hostel Samara

1.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"We were very happy with this place. The room was spacious and clean. A very nice common area and a well equipped kitchen were something we really appreciated. The host Anni and also her sister-in-law were so sweet and welcoming. This strdetksn is definitely recommended."
The price is AED 119
AED 134 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hostel Samara
Un lugar tranquilo y acogedor, piscina, wifi. A 9 minutos de la playa.
Pool

Un lugar tranquilo y acogedor, piscina, wifi. A 9 minutos de la playa.

Un lugar tranquilo y acogedor, piscina, wifi. A 9 minutos de la playa.
Burnt Toast Surf Camp - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Burnt Toast Surf Camp - Hostel

1.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (12)
"Really nice people and really nice rooms"
Burnt Toast Surf Camp - Hostel
Casa Alice Surf Lodge - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Casa Alice Surf Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Beautiful architecture and design, cosy place, friendly host. Highly recommend it. "
Casa Alice Surf Lodge - Hostel
Hostel Real
Living area

Hostel Real

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (17)
"Great place to stay."
Hostel Real
Hostel Marisol Playa Samara
Beach nearby, beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach massages

Hostel Marisol Playa Samara

1.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (9)
"On trouve mieux et surtout pas plus cher a Samara Chambre exigue en bois un lit c'est tout Déjeuner très léger, bruit des chambres voisines des gens qui toussent ou écoutent la radio la nuit Un peu loin du centre .pas d'eau chaude De minuscule chambre , finalement cher pour ce que c'est . Pas indiqué donc difficile à trouver "
Hostel Marisol Playa Samara
Casa Aura Beachfront Premium Hostel
Exterior

Casa Aura Beachfront Premium Hostel

2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
Casa Aura Beachfront Premium Hostel
Pura Vida Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Pura Vida Hostel

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (32)
Pura Vida Hostel
Coral Reef Surf Hostel
Exterior

Coral Reef Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (21)
Coral Reef Surf Hostel
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was absolutely wonderful!!! The staff was organized and professionals. The area and beach was fantastic. "
Zoraya C. 5-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Santa Cruz?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 78°F. The rainiest months in Santa Cruz are October, September, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 20 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Santa Cruz?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might appreciate these things around Santa Cruz. Get out into nature with places like Parque Bernabela Ramos, Junquillal Beach, and Avellanas Beach. Additional attractions include Casino Diria, Reserva Conchal Golf Course, and Tamarindo Beach.
What's the best way to get to and around Santa Cruz while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Santa Cruz in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Tamarindo (TNO), located 16.1 mi (26 km) from the city center. Another option is Nosara (NOB), located 19.9 mi (32 km) away.