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Hostel Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel, located in Playa Cocles, 1.5 km from the center of Puerto Viejo, has its facilities right in front of the sea. With a restaurant / bar where you will find hammocks and chairs right on the shore of the beach. The facilities have shared dorms, private rooms and free WiFi in all areas of the hostel. There is a shared kitchen on the property. The hostel provides bicycle rental service, surf boards and the area is ideal for snorkeling and fishing.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.8
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.4
Value for money
7.2
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.5
Low score for Puerto Viejo
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Johanna
    Mexico Mexico
    I had a wonderful time in 506-Hostel, thank you so much for everything 💕
  • Lea
    Germany Germany
    -We liked the location and the whole hotel area very much! -Its a good vibe over there, the stuff was always very friendly and helpful. - the shared bathrooms are clean and nicely done - we would definitely stay there again!😊
  • Tristan
    United States United States
    AC in the dorms is a must, its really nice to come back to it after a sweaty day. I don't think the 8 person dorms have it, only the 5-6 person dorms do This hostel is on the beach, there is no floor its all sand so be prepared for that....

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • SAGE - Restaurant & Beer Garden
    • Cuisine
      Caribbean • Italian • Mediterranean • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs US$10 per day.
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:30 to 21:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:30 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 20 is required on arrival. That's about EUR 18. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

During the months of June and July we will be doing some work in the restaurant/bar area.

Sage Restaurant & beer garden will be operating in regular hours.

There will be no noise before 10am.

We apologize in advance for any inconvenience.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

A damage deposit of US$20 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel

  • Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel is 1.4 miles from the centre of Puerto Viejo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel has 1 restaurant:

    • SAGE - Restaurant & Beer Garden

  • Check-in at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel is from 14:30, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Horse riding
    • Bicycle rental
    • Pub crawls
    • Live music/performance
    • Walking tours
    • Yoga classes
    • Happy hour
    • Private beach area
    • Movie nights
    • Entertainment staff
    • Bike tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Fitness classes
    • Live sport events (broadcast)