Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel, Cahuita: Info, Photos, Reviews

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Cahuita beachfront hostel with restaurant, beach bar

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom, Beachfront | Bathroom | Hair dryer

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Parking available

Bar

Airport transfer

Laundry facilities

Pet-friendly

Non-smoking

Main amenities

Housekeeping (on request)
On the beach
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Free bus station shuttle
Free beach cabanas
Beach towels
Self parking
Beach bar
Coffee shop/cafe
Airport shuttle
Shopping centre shuttle

Feel at home

Cookware, dishware and utensils
Garden
Terrace
Laundry facilities
Self-parking (surcharge)
Children's menu

1.731.754 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Design Triple Room, Multiple Beds, No Windows

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Blender

Eco-friendly cleaning supplies

Shared/communal kitchen

Toaster

9.9 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Blender

19.8 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Blender

26 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom, Beachfront

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Full-sized fridge/freezer

4 bathrooms

Blender

Eco-friendly cleaning supplies

Shared/communal kitchen

Toaster

29.7 sq m
Sleeps 1
4 Single Bunk Beds

Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually decorated

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Fan

6 bathrooms

Blender

Eco-friendly cleaning supplies

Shared/communal kitchen

Toaster

19.8 sq m
Sleeps 1
4 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Full-sized fridge/freezer

5 bathrooms

Blender

Eco-friendly cleaning supplies

Shared/communal kitchen

Toaster

15 sq m
Sleeps 1
3 Single Bunk Beds

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Full-sized fridge/freezer

5 bathrooms

Blender

Eco-friendly cleaning supplies

Shared/communal kitchen

Toaster

9.9 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Design Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Full-sized fridge/freezer

5 bathrooms

Blender

Eco-friendly cleaning supplies

Shared/communal kitchen

Toaster

20 sq m
Sleeps 1
4 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Bed

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Full-sized fridge/freezer

5 bathrooms

Blender

Eco-friendly cleaning supplies

Shared/communal kitchen

Toaster

20 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Similar properties

Classic Room, Multiple Beds | Beach | Beach nearby

Airport transfer

Free parking

Free WiFi

Bar

1.221.182 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan 2025

About the area

300m north from Cocles River, Cahuita, Limón Province, 70403

What's nearby

Playa Cocles - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Playa Chiquita - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
Black Beach - 7 min drive - 2.8 km
Punta Uva Beach - 9 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 102.8 miles/165.4 km
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
Free bus station shuttle

Restaurants

‪La Nena - ‬14 min walk
‪Salsa Brava - ‬2 min drive
‪De Gustibus Bakery - ‬2 min drive
‪Restaurante Amimodo - ‬2 min drive
‪Noa Beach Club - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel

Situated by the ocean, Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Cahuita. You can indulge in deep-tissue massages or body treatments, and international cuisine is served at SAGE Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A beach bar, a terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

21 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

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Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

Pets stay for free (dogs and cats only, 1 total)
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Pet-grooming services offered

Internet

Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

Secured on-site self-parking (USD 10 per day)
Number of on-site parking spaces is limited
On-site parking includes off-street options

Transfers

Airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM*
Free bus station shuttle

Off-site

Shopping centre shuttle*

Other information

Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Beach bar
Coffee shop
Shared fridge
Water dispenser

Travelling with children

Local/corner shop
Children's menu

What to do

On the beach
Beach yoga
Hiking/biking trails
Surfing/body boarding
Surfing lessons
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Zip-lining nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Free beach cabanas
Bike hire
Beach towels
Bike storage

Facilities

3 buildings/towers
Built in 2016
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Bike parking
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Local culture and ecosystem education
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Water dispenser
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Lockers available
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Individually decorated

Freshen up

Hairdryer (on request)
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Freezer
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Toaster
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Blender

Housekeeping (on request)
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps

Special features

Dining

SAGE Restaurant – This beachfront restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

SAGE Beer Garden – This bar is located on the beach. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Cash deposit: USD 20.0 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 69.17 per person (one-way)
Shopping centre shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay

Parking

Secured self-parking costs USD 10 per day

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have lifts.

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.

Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.

Also known as

Playa 506 Hostel Puerto Viejo

Playa 506 Hostel

Playa 506 Hostel Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Playa 506 Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Playa 506 Hostel

Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Playa 506

506 Puerto Viejo Talamanca

Playa 506

Playa 506 Hostel

506 Beachfront Hostel Cahuita

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel Cahuita

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Yes, cats and dogs stay for free, with a limit of 1 total. A deposit of USD 50 per stay is required. Service animals are exempt from fees. Grooming services and food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Yes. Self-parking costs USD 10 per day.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM on request. The charge is USD 69.17 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as surfing, beach yoga and surfing. Additional recreation on-site includes yoga. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Yes, SAGE Restaurant offers al fresco dining, international cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel like?

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Playa Cocles and 4 minutes' walk from Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca-Manzanillo.

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Exceptional

21 Jun 2024

This was my beach escape for a week and I loved every second. I was going to stay 3 days and ended up staying the whole week.

Alexis, 3-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

24 Mar 2024

Amazing experience for the price, beach front and peaceful.

Angelina, 1-night trip with friends

Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

15 Mar 2024

The staff was extremely unhelpful to almost everyone I encountered. Bordering on rude. It was very noisy. The people above us sounded like they were coming through our floor. We took some friends to eat snacks and get 1 drink at the restaurant and it was outrageously expensive. We ate at Koki twice and it wasn't that expensive. Even though this property has a great location at Playa Cocles, I won't stay here again.

Jane, 3-night romance trip

Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

13 Feb 2024

The hostel is nice and well kept. AC and wifi is great! Hostel food and bar is a bit pricey, but food was great! Bike rental on premise and close to other beaches and restaurants. Staff was super nice too. Definitely recommend!

Brian, 3-night trip

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10/10 Exceptional

8 Feb 2024

All

frantz, 2-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

24 Jan 2024

Great chill place to stay

Cody, 5-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3 Jun 2023

There is a lot to do in puerto viejo. Different restaurants and a market not far. Playa 506 is directly on the beach which is great and it’s beautiful. Located near other hostels which is nice. Everything is walkable, or you can rent a bike, or scooters, or taxi. I like that the hostel had a restaurant/ bar very combined when other places in town were not open as early.

Tamara, 3-night trip

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6/10 Good

15 Feb 2021

Mixed reaction

First the great part: the beach is right there and its just gorgeous. And the dogs were adorable. There is a community kitchen so you can cook and the atmosphere is nice. The not-so-good: our room was very stuffy and had a foul smell. When we asked the unconcerned receptionist she said there were no more rooms available. The blurb promised free parking and housekeeping. The parking was public parking on the side of a busy street and the housekeeping evidently occurs in between guests.And my husband got a beer and was charged $5 which is a lot for a place with a sand floor. We did have fun though. The room, mattress and pillows werent nice but the beachside setting surely is.

Nancy, 2-night trip

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10/10 Exceptional

23 Feb 2020

Ich habe gefragt ob es möglich wäre, dass ich mir am Abreisetag schon etwas früher als die Frühstückszeiten sind, ein Frühstück to go zusammenstellen darf. Am nächsten Tag hat die Küchenfrau mir ein mega Frühstückspaket überreicht! Reis mit Bohnen/Omlett mit Brötchen/Wassermelone und eine Banane. Mega! :) Das war mein Frühstück & Mittagessen weils so viel war :)

Lisa, 1-night trip

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8/10 Very good

20 Sep 2019

A fun inexpensive place to stay right on the beach. The food and drink is great. It was at the end of the off season so it was quiet and the restaurant/bar was closing a bit earlier than normal but they were very accommodating staying open until everyone was taken care of. The hostel can arrange various tours. I stayed there specifically as it was a good base to take a few day trip into Panama.

3-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

29 Mar 2019

A pretty awesome one-night stopover

Great location lush & on the ocean beach, delicious breakfast, relaxed atmosphere - Will definitely return for a longer stay ... made myself right at home, lots of hammocks <3

Holly, 1-night trip

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10/10 Exceptional

24 Nov 2018

Piece of beach heaven

Best hostel I stayed at in Costa Rica, hands down. Right off the beach, friendly staff, privacy curtains for your bunk, bathrooms located outside of the room so no one is disturbing anyone else in the room at random hours, and close to the best parts of PV. It’s a bit of a far walk from downtown but I personally didn’t care much for the main downtown area. Biggest downside was there were random times that water would be shut off but that only affected me once. The vibe is so great here and it makes me think back fondly to my time in Costa Rica. Also - BEST BREAKFAST included by a hostel. Lunch/dinner menu was excellent as well.

Chelsea, 4-night trip

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6/10 Good

8 Nov 2018

2-night trip

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8/10 Very good

27 Aug 2018

This hostel definitely has a nice relaxing vibe. The rooms were clean and comfortable. It rained everyday but still nice. The con was there was not much to do in the area and there were a lot of stray dogs and cats. They dont bother you but if you have an allergies to cats and dogs, Costa Rica ismt for you. The view and sound of the waves were 100% worth it.

Paula, 2-night trip

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10/10 Exceptional

30 Apr 2018

Relaxed vibes right on the beach

We loved staying here and didn't want to leave: great relaxed atmosphere out of the slightly hectic Puerto viejo. Lovely little room, we had a room with shared bathrooms and those were great - super clean and comfortable. The outside area is unbeatable: a restaurant area under a palm tree rooftop that is built around a tree, and more seating and hammocks in the shade of palmtrees on the beach. To swim, check with staff or the lifeguard where it is safe (further up north of the beach, two minute stroll up) as there are rip currents right outside. That also means the area stays quiet :) Super nice staff, attentive and friendly, and great food!

cat, 3-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

21 Apr 2018

Beware room details

The location is great, right by the beach but you'll need to rent a bike to go around (it's cheaper from Puerto Viejo). Staff is ok and food average. Be extra careful when booking as what was supposed to be a 20m2 sea facing room turned out to be a 6m2, extremely hot street and traffic facing room. Moreover flies invaded the first floor and staff did not not seem to care much. Finally, the gate to the beach would not lock at night so security should be improved.

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8/10 Very good

27 Mar 2018

Great hostel with mediocre rooms

Hostel has an amazing location just out of town and a great staff. Decorations are funky, bar has great beer, literally on the beach. Couldn’t ask for a better common area. But the rooms literally sound like they have cardboard walls, our private room had no ventilation and a lot of mildew smell, and the showers are basically outside with wood floors. All in all it’s a great upscale hostel in terms of location and service and decorations, but it’s a bit pricey for what you get in terms of your sleeping room. People are super friendly and multilingual though so might be worth it!

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10/10 Exceptional

4 Mar 2018

Very cool hostel with beach access!

Very friendly staff, hostel may be little big to create a nice atmosphere to meet fellow travelers! loved pasta night and breakfast in the morning was also good !

Nico, 2-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

16 Sep 2017

Ve carefull with price

We arrive ay 9pm, total amount was x but when we paid the reception girl told us it was three times the amount, argumenting that price showed was per person.

ars, 1-night trip

Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

5 Aug 2024

Buena ubicación, ya que se encuentra a la orilla de la playa y cerca de muchos restaurantes y comercios. Ambiente relajado y sensación de comunidad con los otros huéspedes. Se me hizo un poco caro en relación a lo que ofrecía.

Sandra Giankarla, 2-night trip with friends

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4/10 Fair

20 May 2024

Leider etwas dreckig. Auch war unsere Matratze sehr durchgelegen. Alles etwas dunkel und schimmelig. Der Gemeinschaftskühlschrank ist widerlich. Die Managerin eher unfreundlich, daher habe ich mich auch nicht wohl gefühlt. Leider auch sehr weit ab von Schuss. Der Strand ist wunderschön und der Zugang dorthin super! Fahrräder können unkompliziert und sicher ausgeliehen werden. Das hat gefallen. Dennoch würde ich nicht wieder kommen. Haben für zwei weitere Nächte in der Stadt eine andere Unterkunft gebucht, preislich gleich aber deutlich besser.

Melanie, 3-night romance trip

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10/10 Exceptional

20 May 2024

Had a blast!

Had an absolute blast at Playa 506. The location straight on the beach is incredible, both for just going out for a swim but also to watch the incredible sunrises in the morning. The women in the reception are also so helpful and kind. There was a party in Bocos, Panama, the weekend I was staying but the vibe was still cool, the Sunday when people were coming back it became straight away even more social which was a nice way to finish off my stay. The only downer for this place is that there’s no free coffee in the morning. The facilities are also alright, I’ve been to hostels with better/cleaner kitchen facilities but it was still alright. Would highly recommend to stay!

Nicole, 3-night trip

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10/10 Exceptional

8 Apr 2024

Maude, 6-night trip

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10/10 Exceptional

2 Apr 2024

Acceso directo a la playa. Buena comida en el restaurante con variedad de opciones 😎

Adriana, 2-night family trip

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10/10 Exceptional

30 Mar 2024

2-night trip with friends

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At a glance

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Arriving/Leaving

Restrictions related to your trip

Special check-in instructions

Required at check-in

Pets

Internet

Parking

Transfers

Off-site

Other information

Property amenities

Food and drink

Travelling with children

What to do

Services

Facilities

Accessibility

Room amenities

Sleep well

What to enjoy

Freshen up

Stay connected

Food and drink

More

Special features

Dining

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Optional extras

Pets

Parking