La Palapa Hut Nature Hostel

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Scored 7.6
Rated good

Great location!

8.7

Enjoy some extra space with 2 rooms for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Price for:
Max adults: 1
Bed: 1 bunk bed
Costs 1st night to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
US$18 per night
Price US$54
US$70 per night
Price US$209
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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1 × Economy Twin Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2
Beds: 2 single beds
Costs 1st night to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
US$52 per night
Price US$155

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About this property

Essential Facilities: La Palapa Hut Nature Hostel in Puerto Jiménez offers a swimming pool with a view, a lush garden, and a terrace. Guests can relax at the bar or stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature walk-in showers, private entrances, and garden or river views. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, work desks, and free toiletries. Leisure Activities: The hostel provides a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and barbecue facilities. Guests can enjoy cycling, with Tigre Beach 3 km away and Puerto Jiménez airport just a few steps.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool (Temporarily closed)
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Options with:

  • Garden view

  • Inner courtyard view

Free private parking available on-site

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Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • 1 bunk bed
US$54 for 3 nights
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Economy Twin Room
  • 2 single beds
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Terrace
  • Free toiletries
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Wake-up service
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Max adults: 2
US$52 per night
Price US$155
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$35 per night
Price US$104
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Deluxe Double Room
  • 1 double bed
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Terrace
Max adults: 2
US$53 per night
Price US$158
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$35 per night
Price US$104
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
323 feet²
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
Air conditioning
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$18 per night
Price US$54
Excluded: 13 % VAT
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
  • You won't be charged yet

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Guests who stayed here loved

Matthew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The family who run it were fantastic, made me feel really welcomed and comfortable. The garden is also beautiful, you could sit out in it all day”
Leonie
Germany Germany
“Very nice hostel with beautiful garden and animals to watch in close distance. It is family owned and therefore really nice to talk to the owner. He makes you feel very welcome. He is preparing to serve some breakfast and open a small and cozy bar...”
Iris
Germany Germany
“The location of the hostel is amazing, it is right in the jungle. The staff was very welcoming and liked showing us the animals which live at the property such as a baby anteater, Toucans, Parrots, Halloween crabs and leaf-cuter ants.”
Sabrina
Germany Germany
“Animals around, lovely stuff. Wish I saw this place earlier and could stay longer”
Shannon
United States United States
“Garsh, I LOVED it all! When I travel, I like to travel slow and find a place that feels like home. And boy, did La Palapa Nature Hut Hostel do exactly that. Jackie, the owner, is so kind. I really felt like she had my back. Everyone working there...”
Brooke
Australia Australia
“I loved my stay here. The garden is awesome, animals come by a visit. I saw sloths, monkeys and macaws here. The lovely gentleman will point them out to you if you are interested.”
Bos
Netherlands Netherlands
“Everything was better than expected. Lots of animals to see from the hostel grounds”
Christine
Canada Canada
“Amazing atmosphere. Great place to meet people. Firepit area very conducive for gatherings. Saw lots of animals on the property.”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The wildlife, the atmosphere, the staff, the room, the garden, the hot water shower, the comfy beds, the A/C, the location, everything just everything. It is like paradise. Oscar (not sure of spelling and only verbal) showed us a sloth then later...”
Patricia
Austria Austria
“The best hostel I stayed during my central america trip! Staff is super nice, you see sloths, tucans and racoons just in the middle of the garden! 10/10”

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House rules

La Palapa Hut Nature Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 6% charge when you pay with a credit card.

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 La Palapa Hut Nature 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.

Outdoor swimming pool is closed from Sun 19 Oct 2025 until Mon 15 Dec 2025