Selina Tamarindo - Hostel

3.0 star property
Comfortable hostel, walk to Tamarindo Beach

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Sundeck
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi
Reception
Shower, towels
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Between Calle Cardinal y Calle Cruz, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309
  • Popular LocationTamarindo Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya Langosta3 min drive
  • Popular LocationHacienda Pinilla Golf Course28 min drive
  • AirportLiberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)79 min drive

Room options

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Small Twin Room Share Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Unique Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Small Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Tamarindo

Selina Tamarindo - Hostel places you steps from WAYRA Institute of Spanish and within a short 5-minute stroll of Tamarindo Beach. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Selina's Playground, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Local cuisine breakfast is available daily. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Tamarindo hostel, you'll be 23.2 km (14.4 mi) from Flamingo Beach.

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 3 min walk
  • Playa Langosta - 3 min drive
  • Casino Diria - 13 min drive
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 28 min drive
  • Grande Beach - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pikatas - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pacífico Resto Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wild Panda - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Selina Tamarindo - Hostel

Comfortable hostel, walk to Tamarindo Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Selina Tamarindo - Hostel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Tamarindo hostel.

  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2017
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Selina Tamarindo - Hostel offers 54 accommodations with air conditioning. This Tamarindo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available for a fee: USD 13 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Selina's Playground

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately USD 13 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night

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, debit 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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over.

We should mention

  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Selina Tamarindo Hostel
Selina Tamarindo
Selina Tamarindo
Selina Tamarindo Hostel
Selina Tamarindo - Hostel Tamarindo
Selina Tamarindo - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Selina Tamarindo - Hostel?

Selina Tamarindo - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Selina Tamarindo - Hostel?

As of 21 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Selina Tamarindo - Hostel on 24 June 2024 start from AU$109.80, 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 parking available at Selina Tamarindo - Hostel?

Yep, Selina Tamarindo - Hostel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Selina Tamarindo - Hostel?

Yep, Selina Tamarindo - Hostel is a short 3-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling.

Does Selina Tamarindo - Hostel have a pool?

Selina Tamarindo - Hostel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Selina Tamarindo - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, local cuisine brekkie is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Selina Tamarindo - Hostel?

No, Selina Tamarindo - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Selina Tamarindo - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Selina Tamarindo - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Selina Tamarindo - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 120 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

moussa

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Camilo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivalease

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Kamille

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kayley

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Tajmina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the strip and beach, location is excellent! Young fun crowd.

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The social aspects are amazing and the staff are great. It's so easy to meet fellow travelers and make some friends along the way.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022