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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Smile Jungle Hostel in Talamanca offers family rooms with garden views. Each room includes a kitchenette, private bathroom, and outdoor seating area. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a garden, terrace, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor fireplace, shared kitchen, and picnic area. Local Attractions: Cocles Beach is an 18-minute walk away, while the Jaguar Rescue Center lies 1.4 mi from the property. Guest Services: Private check-in and check-out, paid shuttle service, tour desk, and luggage storage enhance the stay. Guest Favorites: Guests appreciate the convenience for nature trips, forests, and the quietness of the area.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Good free Wifi (22 Mbps)
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Juan
Costa Rica“I was searching for a place to truly connect with nature, work in peace, and meet like-minded, positive people. This place was absolutely all of that and so much more! From the tranquil surroundings to the welcoming atmosphere, it exceeded every...” - Genro
Canada“I loved everything! The setting is exceptional - there is no better place to hear and see the full spectrum of the jungle activity day and night. The new argentinian owner, Gonzalo, is fully dedicated to making this place an unforgettable...” - Will
United States“Nature, owners are friendly and welcoming, sleeping like a baby in the jungle, vibes” - Anonymous United States“Gonzalo is a fantastic breakfast cook! His place is rustic, pleasant, clean, and friendly, and he is working hard to make it even better. If you want to be close to birds and wildlife, and away from the noise of town, this is your place. A grocery...”
- Lena
Germany“It was so worth a stay! Gonzalo was the best and helped with everything! Breakfast was made with love and the room got everything you need! Perfect calm location in the jungle with a lot of animals!” - Lisa
Austria“We loved our stay at smile hostel. The owners are super nice and the kindest people that will go beyond for your wellbeing. The breakfast was amazing and easily the highlight of the day. Gonzalo always had many ideas and tips for us to explore the...” - Julie
France“I had a lovely stay here (stayed about 2 weeks) and will keep good memories from it :) If you want a getaway from the party hostel and a chill vibe this is the place to be. Gonzalo and his mom made everything perfect and always had a friendly...” - Johanna
Spain“Gonzalo is a really nice host who makes the best breakfast and always gives good tips on how to get around the area and what to do there. The Hostel is really nice in the middle of the jungle which makes staying there already half the experience.” - Natalia
Czech Republic“One of the best hostels I’ve stayed at. The owner, Gonzalo, really puts his soul into this place and you can see it in tiny details like night sky projectors in every room. I will happily stay here again if I come back to Puerto Viejo.” 
Antonela
Poland“The Hostel is located in a special silent location, surrounded by jungle and plenty of wild animals. The breakfast was freshly cooked every morning, with love and attention, and you could feel it in the taste. Both Gonzalo and his mother were very...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Smile Jungle Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
