Mai Ke Kai Surf House

Tamarindo · Costa Rica

Mai Ke Kai Surf House

HostelPunk Score
73% NOT TOO BAD
Medium confidence 66 reviews

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Drip perks

🚲 Bicycle Hire

Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 🅿️ Parking 🔥 BBQ 🅿️ Free Parking 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🍳 Breakfast
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Follows Covid-19 Sanitation Guidance Airport Transfers Luggage Storage 24 Hour Reception Tours/Travel Desk Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Book Exchange Board Games Wi-Fi Smart TV Express Check-in / Out Linen Included Air Conditioning Ceiling Fan Security Lockers Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Filtered Water Dispenser Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Security Lockers Hot Showers

Prices

Dorms $15 / night

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Recent reviews

France FEMALE 25-30 Apr 23, 2026 Atm 100%

Parfait! Le gérant et les volontaires sont au top, très bonne ambiance dans cet hostel. Les espaces communs sont très sympas, autant pour se poser seule que pour rencontrer du monde. Emplacement parfait car très proche des restos/plage/bars/cafés, mais quand même au calme pour la nuit. L'hostel propose d'organiser des activités (snorkeling, surf, plages alentours). La cuisine est bien equipée. Je recommande!

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Netherlands MALE 25-30 Mar 28, 2026 Atm 100%

Such a pleasant experience staying here! Had a lovely time thanks to the amazing staff at the place. Thank you Delfina, Lucas and Marian for making our stay wonderful! Big shout out to Marian for being an absolute gem and bringing such an amazing energy!

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 21, 2026 Atm 100%

I had a fantastic time at Mai Ke Kai Surf house. It was very easy to arrange a ride from the airport in Liberia to Tamarindo, Matias was extremely helpful. The staff were fantastic and made my stay a lot of fun. Delfina, Julia, and Lolo are very hard workers and bring a great vibe to the place. I would recommend this spot to anyone staying in Tamarindo I hope to be back soon!

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 20, 2026 Atm 100%

Our group of 4 could not have had a better experience than at Mai Ke Kai. The owners Matias and María were very welcoming and helpful guides for what to do/where to go in and near Tamarindo, along with Lolo, Juli, and Delfi. This is my favorite hostel I have stayed at, and I hope to come back soon. ¡Gracias por todo!

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 20, 2026 Atm 100%

This place had the best vibe of any hostel I’ve ever been to. Incredibly nice people and great atmosphere. Lolo, Juli, Delfi, and Matias took extremely good care of me and my crew. Much love. And Delfi makes great pancakes con melones.

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Germany Group Mar 19, 2026 9.0/10

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 19, 2026 Atm 100%

First time staying at a hostel and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Matias was super helpful from the start. He picked us up from the airport and was happy to answer all our questions. Once we arrived, the crew was just as great! Loloo, Juliette, Delphina, and Maria made us feel welcomed and took great care of us. I’ll have to say the best part of my short stay was the barbecue that Matthias cooked up and invited my friends and myself too. Very nice touch!

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France Solo traveler Mar 17, 2026 10.0/10

+ El personal es excepcionalmente amable y acogedor, te sientes muy bien recibido, como si estuvieras en un piso compartido. Las instalaciones son muy bonitas y está muy bien situado. El mejor albergue en el que ha estado en mi visita a Costa Rica.

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Belgium Group Mar 17, 2026 4.0/10

+ Rustige locatie dichtbij het strand

- Hygiëne was ondermaats. De badkamers en keuken zijn vuil, stinken en worden onvoldoende gepoetst. Toiletten verstopt door toiletpapier. Ontbijt voldeed echt niet aan de verwachtingen, 1 kleine pancake en koffie kan geen ontbijt genoemd worden. We hebben veel ervaring met hostels over wereld,maar deze ervaring viel heel erg tegen.

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Costa Rica Solo traveler Mar 16, 2026 10.0/10

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Spain Solo traveler Mar 8, 2026 10.0/10

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Canada FEMALE 25-30 Mar 8, 2026 Atm 80%

Really cool hostel !! It’s a chill hostel so it’s perfect if you want to go out and then come back to have a good sleep. Common areas are cute, kitchen has everything you need, the owner and volonteers were very sweet and helpful.

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France Solo traveler Mar 7, 2026 7.0/10

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Canada MALE 25-30 Mar 6, 2026 Atm 100%

it's a great quiet hostel in tamarindo. a very short walk from the main streets but totally worth it to get quietness from tamarindo. very close to the farmers market which is also super cool.

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Spain Solo traveler Mar 4, 2026 10.0/10

+ La ubicación, el personal amable, el estilo de la casa, la cama y el aire acondicionado.

- Bueno, el ruido del aire me despertó.

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Belgium Solo traveler Mar 4, 2026 9.0/10

+ Hostel très bien tenu ,,propriétaire et personnel très reactifs et aidants. Ambiance agréable. Belle construction. Très proche des magasins et de la plage . J'y reviendrais avec plaisir. Merci "MAI KE KAI " 🌴

- Rien !

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Switzerland Solo traveler Feb 28, 2026 9.0/10

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Canada Solo traveler Feb 24, 2026 6.0/10

- Bathrooms need attention and repair Kitchen was all right. Someone needs to take the doors off the fridge and mount them on the other side so they open more intuitively into the kitchen

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Feb 24, 2026 Atm 100%

One of my favorite hostels I’ve ever been to! The staff and volunteers are so sweet and helpful, and the property is well maintained and clean. Comfortable beds, hot shower, AC at night, what more could you ask for. Surf lesson with Matias was great as well!! The hostel is close to the city center but has a quiet and laid back vibe. I will definitely be back if I find myself in Tamarindo again :)

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Argentina Solo traveler Feb 21, 2026 10.0/10

+ La ubicación está muy bien , el personal es excelente , las instalaciones excelente y todo muy limpio

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