Selina Tamarindo - Hostel

About this hostel

Nestled in Tamarindo, this lovely hostel for $95 per night is a great choice for your next trip. Comfortable hostel, walk to Tamarindo Beach This hostel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area are onsite. Selina Tamarindo - Hostel offers 54 accommodations with air conditioning. This Tamarindo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool. Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Map of Tamarindo

Nearby attractions

Selina Tamarindo - Hostel

3.7

Good(116 Reviews)

Hostel in Tamarindo

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About this hostel

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Map of Tamarindo

Nearby attractions

Reviews

3.7/5.0

Good(116 Reviews)

4.0

Feb 2023

Very close to the strip and beach, location is excellent! Young fun crowd.

5.0

Aug 2022

The social aspects are amazing and the staff are great. It's so easy to meet fellow travelers and make some friends along the way.

1.0

Jul 2022

The property was unliveable, we had to leave and buy a different hotel. Never received a refund, although we checked out within an hour.

3.0

Jul 2022

A few disappointments. It's a hostel and you have to hide or walk far to smoke a cigarette or drink a beer. The restaurant is very costy and they don't allow us to sit by the pool with our own food or drinks. Bathrooms were not so clean and our room in 4 days was never cleaned.

2.0

Feb 2022

Arrived to the property with one booking for 4 nights, initially they couldn't find our booking but turns out that they had overbooked the rooms. We ended up having to move rooms nearly every day - and were initially expected to spend the time between check out and check in without a room, until we had a stern word with management that this was unacceptable. Reception staff and management made out that they were doing us a favour by finding us a room and blaming us for booking through Expedia - we did suggest that perhaps they shouldn't list the hotel on Expedia if they don't want people to book through this website.... The bar/restaurant staff were amazing though!!

2.0

Feb 2022

1.0

Sep 2021

I was expecting a lot more from Selina, a chain which I like a lot. The room was a tiny caravan, the staff was not welcoming, the check-in was super slow, and the breakfast was not good. The atmosphere was good, and the hot water was fine. I wouldn't recommend.

1.0

Sep 2021

The rooms were small. the shower flooded the bedroom. the receptionist didn’t do anything except bring extra towels. we didn’t get any kind of compensation and all of our things got wet. When we checked out we told them about everything that happened but they didn’t care.

0.5

Sep 2021

The rooms were small. the shower flooded the bedroom. the receptionist didn’t do anything except bring extra towels. we didn’t get any kind of compensation and all of our things got wet.When we checked out we told them about everything that happened but they didn’t care.

3.0

May 2021

This property is still in the works , the room I got wasn’t the one in the pic posted on . So felt deceived . The staff is wonderful . It would be nice if they would inform the residents before they turn off the water for hours some days .

3.0

May 2021

5.0

Feb 2021

Beautiful set up at the hostel, great staff and would definitely come back!

1.5

Jan 2021

We found it a bit overpriced, and not so clean. Shower was ok at the morning, but throughout the day not so clean. Not the best Selina we stayed at so far

2.0

Jan 2021

We found it a bit overpriced, and not so clean. Shower was ok at the morning, but throughout the day not so clean. Not the best Selina we stayed at so far

2.0

Jan 2021

Great location! I think this is a great stay for a solo traveler especially since there’s a sense of community and activities daily

2.0

Dec 2020

Normal

2.5

Dec 2020

Great experience, great location. The staff were awesome, very welcoming and comfortable for a solo traveler! Muchas Gracias. Great surf instructors too, took a lesson and actually surfed! Lol

3.0

Dec 2020

Great experience, great location. The staff were awesome, very welcoming and comfortable for a solo traveler! Muchas Gracias. Great surf instructors too, took a lesson and actually surfed! Lol

1.0

Nov 2020

Having stayed in a number of Selinas, this one is by far the worst. The place looked like it had been bombed. For what you pay there are far better options in Tamarindo. This place had no hot water and the locking system never worked properly. The location in central, but then again everything in Tamarindo is central, it is a small place.

3.0

Mar 2020

Stayed in Selina in other cities as well. It’s always good! Clean and good facilities. The girl who checked me in was especially nice! But everybody is really nice there :) food breakfast, loved the pancakes

1.5

Mar 2020

Pros:- Great vibe (especially for hostel style, solo travellers)- Great amenities, pool, pool table etc...- Great location- Food/restaurant/bar is goodCons:- rooms need updating, very dirty and dated. - Shower didn’t work well (always cold)- Bed was mediocre, not that comfy. - Bathroom light rarely worked- wifi was OK, kept cutting out

2.0

Mar 2020

Pros: - Great vibe (especially for hostel style, solo travellers) - Great amenities, pool, pool table etc... - Great location - Food/restaurant/bar is good Cons: - rooms need updating, very dirty and dated. - Shower didn’t work well (always cold) - Bed was mediocre, not that comfy. - Bathroom light rarely worked - wifi was OK, kept cutting out

1.0

Jan 2020

They do not clean the rooms everyday. Stayed last week doe BPM, and will never not come back. Cost 1000 dlls per week, I bet you can find better options

1.0

Jan 2020

Absolutely doesn’t correspond to the description and pictures. The service at this hotel is careless

2.5

Dec 2019

Great place! Fun and good energy!! Only downside we booked the queen bedroom and the bed is terrible its not really a bed. Other than that, everything great!! Very good location also!!Take surf lessons with Jonathan he is the best!!

1.0

Dec 2019

Hotel pictures on any aggregator site (i.e. Bookings.com, Hotels.com, ect) are very deceiving. The picture of the rooms or the angles they are taken from or the age of them do not truly reflect how the rooms look. Our bedroom smelled of bathroom/toilet water. The shower edges had mildue on them. The floor was dirty. The bedroom was made up, however, the comforter did not appear to be something you wanted to lay on. As a result, we pulled it off the bed. The staff at the front desk were reasonably polite. I did not receive our free breakfast coupons. However, after inquiring about them at a later time I reveiced them. The breakfast itself was pretty bad. I ordered a continental style breakfast that consisted of a bowl of pineapple and papaya. My wife receiver the same thing with eggs. Both took approx 35 or so minutes to receive, when the lounge area was barely filled with anyone else. Overall, we only stayed for one day, which was MORE than enough. Call it age or just a higher standard, but hotel/hostel was not up to snuff. If you are a college student looking for a cheap stay with a group of friends or even solo travel, this may suffice at the lowest level. Beyond that, I would probably look elsewhere.

5.0

Nov 2019

Cute spot! Everyone was very friendly. It was right next to beach which was great, as well as close to the center of town! There’s also a restaurant, bar and pool equipped with chairs, umbrellas and games. Can’t beat the price either!

5.0

Aug 2019

Definitely someone who made a huge difference was one of the staff members, Jonathan. He gave us the best service that you could imagine! He should get a raise like for real...

3.0

Aug 2019

First, this hostel works well for any traveler looking for a fun and lively stay. It certainly is designed for younger or solo travelers. Despite not being advertised, this is a hostel. It is quite loud and busy from 8am onward. Wary travelers looking for a respite will be disappointed that this is challenging to achieve here if your are not up before 7:30-8:00am. For instance, the bar/ restaurant was bumping music during my 8:30 am breakfast. Fun when I was 18, not when you are 30 and trying to catch up with friends and family back home or read a newspaper in peace. However, the staff was incredible. The rooms clean. Although again, even the single rooms are hostel like... bare bones, a bunk bed in a closet. But, the AC was fantastic! Check in and out was seamless. Highly recommend this place to the 21 and younger crowd!

5.0

Jun 2019

First time in a Selina and was a great experience! We stayed in the deluxe king room with private bathroom which was clean and the ac was nice and cold! I cannot review the share bathroom because didn’t use it! The staff was great and helpful... location is great and common kitchen was clean and large! Overall I love the experience in Selina Tamarindo

5.0

Jun 2019

3.0

May 2019

The VIBE in the place is effectively a positive point... no hot water, parking lot flooded and on the last day surprise! No water! Great for a Sunday where people have to leave for long trips (May 26th 2019). Accommodation is ok and the cafeteria is really good. Another negative point is the security at night super rude and treating people like if everyone was trying to break rules or something like that. Definitively an experience not to repeat.

3.0

May 2019

The VIBE in the place is effectively a positive point... no hot water, parking lot flooded and on the last day surprise! No water! Great for a Sunday where people have to leave for long trips (May 26th 2019).Accommodation is ok and the cafeteria is really good. Another negative point is the security at night super rude and treating people like if everyone was trying to break rules or something like that.Definitively an experience not to repeat.

5.0

Mar 2019

The hospitality of this property was far better than any other hostel i've been to in any country. The front desk staff went above and beyond. I'll never stay anywhere else in tamarindo.

2.0

Dec 2018

Huge hostel with nice private rooms, 3 pools, yoga studio, coworking space, and a host of other amenities! Great location on the top of the hill, just a ten minute walk down to Manuel Antonio Beach. Organizes day trips for those who are interested.

2.0

Dec 2018

This is a great hostel to stay if you want to meet people and be close to everything! They also offer surf lessons, have a great kitchen, and the friendliest staff ever. Another great thing about Selina is that they have multiple chains around Costa Rica, so if you plan to visit another part of the country, you can mention you've stayed at Selina at your previous destination to get a special rate. In terms of cleanliness, don't expect a 5-star hotel, but it's not bad to get the job done for a safe place to crash. Lots of ants/bugs in rooms too, but again, the hostel is basically set up like cabins in a camping ground. Music in the common area does start as early as 7-8 am, so sleeping in might be hard for any light sleepers. However, if you are looking to meet people, you'll be sure to keep yourself company at this hostel!

2.0

Dec 2018

Unable to reach property for their shuttle. No response to emails or calls.

4.0

Aug 2018

The hostel is good, staff was helpful; it was my first experience with a hostel but it has the minimum: air conditioning, pool. The room has as necessary you need in a hostel: small with bathroom. It is not a place to rest as has a discotheque close but at least we could sleep. To improve: the parking lot and change towels more frecuent

5.0

May 2017

Loved it awesome people everywhere will definitely stay at other selina hostels

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Tamarindo?

The average price for a rental in Tamarindo is $170 per night. This rental is $75 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hostel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Selina Tamarindo - Hostel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Selina Tamarindo - Hostel. Enjoy the water!

Is Selina Tamarindo - Hostel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Selina Tamarindo - Hostel?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.

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Selina Tamarindo - Hostel

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About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Tamarindo

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Reviews

FAQs

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Is parking included with this hostel?

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Is Selina Tamarindo - Hostel pet friendly?

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