Room2Board Hostel and Surf School

Jaco · Costa Rica

Room2Board Hostel and Surf School

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64% MEH
Medium confidence 226 reviews
2nd best in Jaco

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Drip perks

🚲 Bicycle Hire

Facilities

🏊 Swimming Pool 🍳 Kitchen 👕 Laundry 🅿️ Parking 🔥 BBQ 🅿️ Free Parking 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🍺 Bar ☕ Cafe 🍳 Breakfast ♿ Wheelchair Friendly
Other facilities (25)
Bicycle Parking Airport Transfers Luggage Storage Fax Service Tours/Travel Desk Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Book Exchange Board Games Wi-Fi Restaurant Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Elevator Linen Included Air Conditioning Towels Included Reading Light Ceiling Fan Security Lockers 24 Hour Security Hot Showers Common Room Free WiFi Free Internet Access

Prices

Dorms $25 / night
Privates $80 / night

HW prices from today

Recent reviews

Germany MALE 18-24 Apr 12, 2026 Atm 100%

Absolut spitze.

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Chile FEMALE 25-30 Apr 10, 2026 Atm 40%

Laa habitaciones y los espacios comunes están muy bien, a excepción de la cocina que está un poco sucia pero lo clásico de los hostels. La piscina y el bar excente! Lo único que mejoraría sería la vibe social, no hay mucho ambiente de grupo. Hicieron una fiesta con DJ pero no había nada de gente. Falta un poco de intención del staff de crear ambiente de convivencia entretenido

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South Africa MALE 25-30 Apr 3, 2026 Atm 100%

Had a fantastic stay. Very social and safe.

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Uruguay FEMALE 25-30 Apr 3, 2026 Atm 60%

The property it self wasn't bad, but it was al little bit dirty, like no one care about anything. In my room there were ants everywhere! The volunteers had little atitude, border to being rude. They didn't speek not a little of spanish or good english either. I belive that with a bit of love and care this hostel could be much better.

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Canada FEMALE 31-40 Mar 21, 2026 Atm 100%

Loved being right on the beach, and the pool and bar area had a hotel feel to them. Plenty of easily identifiable and nice staff around. The bathrooms are only 1 per floor and I found them a little run down.

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USA MALE 18-24 Mar 15, 2026 Atm 100%

Most incredible hostel I've ever been to by far with the most amazing accommodations you could think of, let alone the insane location on the beach. Staff was so awesome, air conditioners in the room, bar by the pool, etc etc

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Canada MALE 25-30 Mar 13, 2026 Atm 60%

its 20min walk off any bar the shower get so hot you dont even have time to clean. kitchen is a tiny corner in the middle of no where. its ok but jaco isnt worth anyways come for friday maybe. the pool is cool and your close to the beach

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Portugal ALLFEMALEGROUP 25-30 Feb 23, 2026 Atm 100%

Nous sommes restées une nuit dans une chambre de 12 personnes. Le personnel a été super : nous nous étions trompées dans les dates lors de la réservation et sommes arrivées à l'auberge un jour trop tard. Ils ont tout de même pu nous accueillir et nous placer dans la même chambre, sans frais supplémentaires. Les lits étaient très confortables et les chambres propres.

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

Great vibes. Volunteers/staff are super nice. Met some awesome ppl. Had a great time!

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Australia MALE 25-30 Feb 1, 2026 Atm 100%

Unreal facilities, friendly staff, right on the beach with surf board hire is perfect!

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Canada MALE 31-40 Jan 26, 2026 Atm 60%

The good : cool hostel, great location so close to beach and city centre, nice fun pool and top patio. The bad : Stained sheets, ac only available during night, only a sheet to sleep with (its so hot anyway).

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Colombia FEMALE 31-40 Jan 23, 2026 Atm 100%

Amazing hostel overall. Great location and a really fun, social atmosphere. We stayed in a private room on the top floor with a spectacular view, which was a big highlight. Rooms were comfortable and cleanliness was good. They have a quiet policy from 11 pm, which makes it easy to rest and start the day early. The service was great — Greta welcomed us, explained everything, and helped us find the best plans. The rest of the staff was also very friendly. The amenities really stand out: deli...

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Switzerland FEMALE 18-24 Jan 23, 2026 Atm 80%

Everything was great. We especially enjoyed the location right at the beach and the staff was really nice and helpful.

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USA MALE 25-30 Jan 19, 2026 Atm 100%

Loved the convenient access to surfboards and lessons and the direct beach access. Cool people

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Canada MALE 18-24 Jan 4, 2026 Atm 100%

Room2Board is the kind of hostel that makes you wanna book another week, the hospitality is excellent and the placement is great. The surf boards are well taken care of and the instructors are fire. People get social and the vibe is awesome.I totally recommend if you are visiting Jaco.

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Sweden COUPLE 25-30 Jan 1, 2026 Atm 60%

All staff was so slow…

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Canada MIXEDGROUP 18-24 Jan 1, 2026 Atm 100%

C’était ma deuxième fois à cette auberge de jeunesse et j’ai encore plus aimé! Le personnel était vraiment gentil et on a pu avoir des vrais conversations avec eux. Il est arrivé quelques mésaventures, mais l’auberge a pu nous aider! Sinon on est à quelque pas de la plage et du centre-ville

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USA FEMALE 31-40 Dec 27, 2025 Atm 100%

Had a great time for 2 nights! I was comfortable in my private room with great AC + easy to share bathroom. Steps from beach, lots of walkable restaurants, food at the restaurant/bar was really good too. As a solo traveler, it was great to chill alone on a hammock, but also met lovely people and shared a day enjoying the surroundings. Yoga and surf lessons are a must. It was a party on Saturday night, but that is what I'm looking for in a hostel! Lots of friendly people, then quiet at 11pm.

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USA ALLMALEGROUP 18-24 Dec 26, 2025 Atm 100%

Super great vibe with in-hostel pool and bar, and close to the beach. Rooms are clean and AC works great. Only issue was the lack of wi-fi in some common areas.

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England FEMALE Dec 26, 2025 Atm 100%

Great location with super lovely helpful friendly staff. Private room with AC and shared bathroom with one other room 30 metres from beach Nice pool with slide; food available and nice bar with daily happy hours Good atmosphere and able to book surfing/trips on site Washing (paid) available with quick turn around Would recommend for couples, groups or solo travellers

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