Big Surf House

AVOID!!! Staff were hostile from the moment we arrived and made us feel unwelcome throughout. Facilities are a joke, only three toilets and showers for far too many guests, most broken, blocked, or without locks. Our aircon poured liquid onto the bed, soaking the mattress, bags, and clothes. They didn’t fix anything, just gave new sheets. The manager was rude, dismissive, and even tried to keep my ID whilst reminding us we booked 2 weeks in advance as if they did us a favour, weird. Shocking!

I had a really great time in big surf house. It’s a beautiful hostel with great chill possibilities. It was easy to get to know people and there is a very cool vibe. I think this is the best hostel in Popoyo. Everything was very clean and the employees were very friendly

Multiple toilets did not have locks. The electricity and wifi did not always work. The top bunk bed did not have a power socket. There was hardly any filtered water. The locks in the dorms were missing some parts and were very hard to open and close.

I have nothing bad to say. We loved our stay here. Right by the beach. Nice dorms with nice ac. The bar/restaurante is also soo good. Staff really friendly.

Lovely spot, great communal space. Shame there were no mosquito nets on the beds!

Room was clean and the place is really beautiful. Although, there was no ambiance and the staff cancelled social activities beacause they said they were tired. The bar closed around 6 pm. A guard opened our locked door (private room) at the middle of the night which terrified us. Still, the owner ended up reimbursing our night.

So overall I absolutely loved the volunteers there, truly they are so special and the workers behind the bar and restaurant were so so nice but there was a lot of issues when I was there. Power would go out everyday for a couple of hours, they were changing the sewers so our room constantly smelled like poop and lastly we felt unsafe because one night a security walked into the ALL GIRLS room at like 11pm-12am while we were about to change. I felt very unsafe with this new security guard.

For me the big surf house felt like a home. In the female dorm i really enjoyed the private beds and slept great. The whole place is really clean. The outdoor showers are great after surf, the gym is well equipped and from the restaurant you have such an amazing view. There are lots of different spots to chill & the team is really nice. I would definitely come again ☀️

Power shuts ALL the time

super hébergement !

We hadden de prive kamer met eigen badkamer die erg ruim was. De badkamer rook niet fris, erge rioollucht wanneer je gebruik maakt van het water. Douche had een hele kleine straal. Niet ideaal om zand van je af te krijgen. Personeel was een beetje bot af en toe. In het hostel hangt wel een gezellige sfeer en worden veel leuke activiteiten georganiseerd.

Loved my stay here. Beachfront with a chilled vibe. Cozy dorms with comfortable bunk beds. Staff and volunteers were super friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back.

Lovely hostel but my sunglasses and top were stolen :/

Really friendly and helpful staff. The location is great right on the beach. Maybe the only fault was the bathroom door in my room didn't lock properly but other than that it's a great hostel.

Perfect stay, we even extended by one night. Lovely staff and perfect location right on the beach. Thank you for a great experience!

Prima hostel! Alleen jammer dat er geen airco was

I really enjoyed my stay here staff were so kind and the atmosphere was nice and social without trying too hard, could’ve been a little bit cleaner but I think it’s just old overall really recommend

Such a wonderful place to stay in Popoyo! The staff are so friendly, the beds are comfortable, and the included breakfast is an added bonus (can choose between fruit bowl, oatmeal and típico nica breakfast). Clean and safe. There is a coffee maker and bins/small refrigerator to store your groceries. Would definitely stay again!

Great hostel, they have a little kitchenette which was useful. Lots of areas to chill.

I’m not sure why this property has such mixed reviews, it’s a beautiful big house right on the beach. The location couldn’t be better and the facilities are gorgeous. I do wish there was AC, and more outlets in the dorm, but that’s my only complaint. Was a little quiet, but still met people here. There’s no stove, but there is a refrigerator and kettle to make and store some food. The restaurant is a bit pricey but good food.