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Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel for sun and fun

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is P2,437
P2,754 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4

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View all photos for Design Triple Room, Multiple Beds, No Windows

1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Design Triple Room, Multiple Beds, No Windows

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom, Beachfront

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
4 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually decorated
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Fan
Separate bedroom
6 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
5 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
5 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Design Shared Dormitory

1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Design Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
5 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
5 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
300m north from Cocles River, Cahuita, Limón Province, 70403

What's nearby

  • Playa Cocles - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Black Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Playa Chiquita - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Punta Uva Beach - 6 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Nena - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Salsa Brava - ‬2 min drive
  • Restaurante Tamara
  • ‪De Gustibus Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Amimodo - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel

Hostel by the ocean
Take advantage of a beach bar, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel. This hostel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and free beach cabanas. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a deep-tissue massage or a body treatment. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, SAGE Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Enjoy onsite activities like surfing/body boarding, beach yoga, and hiking/biking. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a free bus station shuttle, and bike rentals
  • Self parking (surcharge), a nature reserve, and surf lessons
  • Beach towels, smoke-free premises, and a water dispenser
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, blenders, and toasters
  • Stovetops, freezers, and cookware/dishes/utensils

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured self parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • SAGE Beer Garden
  • SAGE Restaurant

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body treatments
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2016
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Individual decor
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Food and water bowls and pet grooming services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 20.0 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 for adults, and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 69.17 per person (one-way)
  • Secured self parking fee: USD 10 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Playa 506 Hostel Puerto Viejo
Playa 506 Hostel
Playa 506 Hostel Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Playa 506 Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Playa 506 Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Playa 506
506 Puerto Viejo Talamanca
Playa 506
Playa 506 Hostel
506 Beachfront Hostel Cahuita
Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel Cahuita
Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

As of Jul 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel on Aug 3, 2025 start from P 2,437.12, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Self parking is available for USD 10 per day.

What time is check-in at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM–2:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 69.17 per person applies.

Where is Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cahuita hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Playa Cocles, Black Beach, and Talamanca Family Art. Playa Chiquita and Punta Uva Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and amazing experience!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous setting! Privacy curtains on the beds. Personal light and electrical outlet. Reliable internet. Everything I want in a hostel!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ranjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly and welcoming staff. Bicycles available for rent at the property to go into town. Walk out to the beach...great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great experience ! Good location. I was impressed by how clean is kept. The kitchen is excellent! It has all kind of pans, utensils, everything! And is impeccable at all times ;) What made the difference was Alonso and Alejandra at the front desk. They are exceptionally helpful, friendly and welcoming. They go above and beyond to help you. Even Freddy at the bar! Thank you all! You guys made my stay better. I will definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great chill place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Amenities
Amazing experience for the price, beach front and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

SandraMarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk & staff were great with answering questions, helping with a lock out, and more. Room was clean and easy to access and the location was super convenient to the activities I was doing on the beach. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect spot for beach holiday, a bit costy restaurant, good kitchen, toilet and bathroom. I enjoyed my stay there. Lots of nice hammocks to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my beach escape for a week and I loved every second. I was going to stay 3 days and ended up staying the whole week.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good Vibe
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is a lot to do in puerto viejo. Different restaurants and a market not far. Playa 506 is directly on the beach which is great and it’s beautiful. Located near other hostels which is nice. Everything is walkable, or you can rent a bike, or scooters, or taxi. I like that the hostel had a restaurant/ bar very combined when other places in town were not open as early.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

frantz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Had a blast!

Had an absolute blast at Playa 506. The location straight on the beach is incredible, both for just going out for a swim but also to watch the incredible sunrises in the morning. The women in the reception are also so helpful and kind. There was a party in Bocos, Panama, the weekend I was staying but the vibe was still cool, the Sunday when people were coming back it became straight away even more social which was a nice way to finish off my stay. The only downer for this place is that there’s no free coffee in the morning. The facilities are also alright, I’ve been to hostels with better/cleaner kitchen facilities but it was still alright. Would highly recommend to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely unhelpful to almost everyone I encountered. Bordering on rude. It was very noisy. The people above us sounded like they were coming through our floor. We took some friends to eat snacks and get 1 drink at the restaurant and it was outrageously expensive. We ate at Koki twice and it wasn't that expensive. Even though this property has a great location at Playa Cocles, I won't stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jhair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

bien place et agréable pour un court séjour

hostel agréable avec accès direct a la plage, personnels sympa et agréables. Toute fois notre chambre était bruyante quelque soit l'heure de la nuit et il y a plusieurs fois des odeurs nauséabonde. les prix du bar, petit déjeuner et repas son correct et la cuisine et bonne pour le Costa Rica
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bonne adresse pour des plaisirs simples

Accueil et équipe top Auberge bien située en bord de plage . Sanitaire très propre Le confort des chambres est sommaire mais endroit agréable Cuisine et équipement à disposition.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anqi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mayer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Un lugar tranquilo y sencillo, especial para aventureros
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra Giankarla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buena ubicación, ya que se encuentra a la orilla de la playa y cerca de muchos restaurantes y comercios. Ambiente relajado y sensación de comunidad con los otros huéspedes. Se me hizo un poco caro en relación a lo que ofrecía.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Leider etwas dreckig. Auch war unsere Matratze sehr durchgelegen. Alles etwas dunkel und schimmelig. Der Gemeinschaftskühlschrank ist widerlich. Die Managerin eher unfreundlich, daher habe ich mich auch nicht wohl gefühlt. Leider auch sehr weit ab von Schuss. Der Strand ist wunderschön und der Zugang dorthin super! Fahrräder können unkompliziert und sicher ausgeliehen werden. Das hat gefallen. Dennoch würde ich nicht wieder kommen. Haben für zwei weitere Nächte in der Stadt eine andere Unterkunft gebucht, preislich gleich aber deutlich besser.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024