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Walaba Hostel & Beach Houses

Punta Uva | Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca 1451-2050, Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 via mobile

The hostel was great! It was minutes away from an incredible beach. The beach is apparently one of the best in Costa Rica. The accommodations were a good value for our money and the staff was always there to help out.

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Denver, Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Great experience and totally relaxing. Beach is super close, staff was awesome, rooms were clean and the place had an awesome vibe to it. Definintly staying here again when I come through Costa Rica again

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San Jose, Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Walaba Hostel & Beach House is a super cool Hostel with a fun rustic style, great location, and a very helpful staff. The following are just a few things that left a lasting impression! -Affordable Rates with lots of options -Surrounded by Nature -Falling asleep to the sound of crashing waves -Cool bike rides up and down the coast to... More

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Vail, Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013 via mobile

Walaba was great from the get go. Several very friendly, cute Tico girls running the place that were always very helpful. Felt like we were staying in a tree house in the of the jungle. Super clean, short walk to beautiful quiet beach. Overall great experience.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013 via mobile

Walaba is wonderfully clean and relaxing, close to a beautiful beach and staffed by the nicest group of girls around!! Awesome place can't wait to come back!! Great location between veijo and manzanillo, punta uva is the perfect place!

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Panama City, Panama
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

We enjoyed our stay here. We miss Lupi the dog. She became our friend for the week. I can recommend staying here. Close to some very nice beaches. Recommend renting bikes and taking a trip to Manazillo. Walk through the jungle trek to find amazing hidden beaches!!

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Huaraz, Peru
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013 via mobile

We really liked our stay at Walaba. The owner was incredibly sweet and helpful. The beach, Punta Uva, across the road was pretty much all ours, and pretty much perfect. Renting bikes was a good way to see the other nearby towns. We preferred being father from the crowds at Puerto Viejo, and cooking some for ourselves was a big... More

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

Walaba is just a dreamplace. I could not believe how amazing this place was just for 15 bucks a night! Every room, common are, restroom, bathroom is decorated/designed in an unique manner. But this place would not be the same without the amazing staff that operates it. They could not be more helpful! I loved talking to all of them.... More

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Mexico City, Mexico
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

Walaba is perfect. We had to rent a room for 4 people (we were 2) because there was nothing left for the dates we wanted but it was totally worth it! The staff is really friendly and helpful, common areas are awesome and you get to meet many cool people while being there. They rent bikes, organize tours and are... More

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Toronto, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2012

We absolutely loved Walaba and could not have asked for a better week. There were two of us and we stayed in a private room with 2 single beds. The atmosphere and ambiance of Walaba was exactly what we were looking for as a relaxing holiday/escape from the chaos of every day life. It was quiet, we were surrounded by... More

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Additional Information about Walaba Hostel & Beach Houses

Also Known As:
Walaba Hostel & Beach Houses Costa Rica/Limon
Address: Punta Uva | Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca 1451-2050, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Limon > Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Amenities:
Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed Shuttle Bus service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #9 of 57 Speciality lodging in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Walaba is a charming property located between the jungle and the beach in the South Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. Our houses Caribbean style, are perfect for people who enjoy the tranquility of nature and love life. Our regular visitors in the area include monkeys, sloths, hummingbirds, toucans and many other species of birds, frogs, lizards along with other critters and creatures that mother nature has offered Costa Rica. We are located 5km from down town Puerto Viejo on your way to Manzanillo. There are buses during the day that will drop you off directly outside the hostel or you can get a taxi from Puerto Viejo. Punta Uva is quite and relaxed with restaurants, markets and bars with a local touch. Walaba Hostel & Beach Houses is a short 2 minute walk from Punta Uva beach; one of the most beautiful and well known beaches in Costa Rica and the world. Playa Punta Uva is surrounded by exotic vegetation and wildlife with pristine crystal blue waters. Protected by a rock cave it’s a perfect beach to swim, snorkel/dive, kayak or just relax and enjoy a book or the company of old and new friends. For those travellers who may want to veer from the typical budget hostel or party environment and feel the real magic of the Caribbean Coast, our multi lingual staff can guide you in any direction you want to travel. We offer: Free Wifi, kitchen, beds with mosquito nets, hot water showers, dining room & hammocks, open air terrace and BBQ, parking, bicycle and snorkel rental, tour desk and shuttle service all set in a Tropical Rainforest Garden. "Walaba Hostel – Your Caribbean Vibe Mixed With The Costa Rican Pura Vida." ... more   less 
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