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The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse

2.0 star property

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A narrow outdoor pathway with a small seating area, a surfboard storage area, and a variety of potted plants.
A row of surfboards leaning against a wall, with a wooden door and a window covered by vines.
A bed with a floral bedspread, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a metal rack with hangers.
A hand holding a glass of smoothie with a straw, a green plant, and a yellow bean bag in the background.
A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a small table, and a potted plant.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$82
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Explore the area

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Enfrente Ferreteria Fercosta, Cobano, Provincia de Puntarenas, 60111
  • Place, Carmen Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Teresa Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hermosa Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tambor (TMU)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Air conditioning

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a small table, and a potted plant.

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Air conditioning

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Air conditioning

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a small table, and a potted plant.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Air conditioning

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Air conditioning

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a small table, and a potted plant.

Comfort Double Room, Air conditioning

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort House, 3 Bedrooms, Air conditioning

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a small table, and a potted plant.

Comfort House, 3 Bedrooms, Air conditioning

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Santa Teresa

At The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Carmen Beach and within 20 minutes of Santa Teresa Beach. Highlights at this hostel include in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other amenities include laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .With a stay at this Cóbano hostel, you'll be 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Cocal Beach and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Playa Mal País.
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What's nearby

  • Carmen Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Cocal Beach - 18 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Hermosa Beach - 26 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Montezuma Beach - 52 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Tomate - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪El Carmen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Namoré - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse

As a guest of The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cóbano hostel.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse offers 3 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Cóbano hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on a weekly basis and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 3 metres
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

More

  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 31 August 2026 to 31 October 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit is payable by PayPal and is due within 72 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Cafecito Surf School Guesthouse
The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse Cobano

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse?

Yep, The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse is a short 16-minute walk from Santa Teresa Beach.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse?

As of 6 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse on 10 Aug 2026 start from AU$82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse?

No, The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Camilo Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025