Rocking J's Hostel

There’s something about this place that sucks you in. Difficult to resist. Maybe it’s the creativity and art. The beachfront is great. We've seen many sloths, monkeys and huge blue crabs. Stayed in Puerto Viejo for a few weeks and got back to Rocking J's multiple times. The 10 bed dorm right behind the reception is the best. Beds are comfy and you can turn on the AC whenever needed. No restrictions on that, which was a huge plus. On the other side of the street is a Mini-market. Bakery, self-laundry and town in walking-distance. Tuk-Tuks available pretty much all the time in this area. Some nights with live-music. The female dorm in the back of the property is creepy. Need to crawl up a very steep latter first, then you’re on the "balcony" and from there you climb down a narrow, steep latter to reach the bunker-like dorm. No fun with heavy backpacks or in the dark. We were told it's safe and able to float in case of a Tsunami - which is great, but during No-Tsunami just creepy and frustrating. Spend one night in a tent and got eaten alive by bedbugs. Kitchen is pretty nasty. Didn’t prepare any food there, cos it's just to dirrty. Whole place is heavily influenced by drugs and alcohol. Don't bring your children.