Selina Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

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Selina is a very famous hostel chain in all Central and South America, with hostels in some of the most touristic places; Selina Puerto Viejo is a large hostel on both sides of the roads, located a bit further south from the town.

The Location

As mentioned, the location is not in town, hence people need to walk for about twenty minutes or take a five-minute tuk tuk ride. The bus station is located in the northern part of town, so it will be a long twenty-five-minute walk to get there.

Selina Puerto Viejo has the main building with reception, dorms, and a pool on one side of the road, in front of the beach. There is also another building on the other side of the road, where there are the private rooms and tepees (a mix between tents and bungalows).

Rooms and Bathrooms

It offers both dorms and privates. Dorms vary from four to sixteen beds, all at a different rate. Bunks and mattresses are fairly new and each bed has a plug and two USBs to charge electronic items. Each bed has also a personal light, but it is very strong and can’t really be used at nighttime. Dorms with many beds are very overcrowded and there is no space to leave your backpack. The ventilation system seems also inefficient and unable to maintain clean air for many people in the same room. Air conditioning is not offered in the large dorms and fans are only few and up to the ceiling, so low bunks don’t get any air.

Bathrooms are inside the room and there are some others next to the pool area to be shared with the entire hostel. In the ones in the room there is only one with toilet and shower together, and it is not enough for a large room of sixteen or eighteen beds. Rooms are quite clean but bathrooms seem always dirty and muddy.

Common Spaces

The common areas are very pleasant. The swimming pool is a great place to relax and socialize with other guests. The bar also gathers many people, but prices are high compared to Costa Rican standards. The access to the beach is nice and the beach is enjoyable. The beach volleyball court is advertised on the website, but the net was missing when we visited. There is also a movie area and a reading space. A kitchen is available to guests and it is fairly working with not-too-old equipment.

The vibe varies a lot from party to very quiet, depending on customers. The hostel doesn’t seem to organize any activity to make guests socialize, so it all depends on the customers.

Summary

In general, this hostel has some great values but also important flaws. Rooms and bathrooms are below average for the price asked, while common areas are superior and very nice. The location involves a fair walk to the city or a few bucks to spend on a tuk tuk ride. This could be a party place, but it usually turns out to be quiet.
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Selina Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
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Selina Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Selina Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Selina Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Selina Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Selina Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Selina Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Selina Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
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Published on May 28, 2019

Description

Part of its family of sustainable hostels, Selina Puerto Viejo feels like it grows organically from the ground up. Its co-working space allows guests to stay connected while taking in the raw beauty of the place.

A surfer’s paradise, Puerto Viejo is home to some of the best breaks in Costa Rican Caribbean. If the board isn't your thing, you can go kayaking, snorkeling, or check out how the local Bribri make their world-class chocolate. The town of Puerto Viejo offers both global fusion restaurants and local cuisine spots, along with a vibrant nightlife. Whether you want to dance the night away or listen to the unspoiled sounds of the ocean, Puerto Viejo is an experience that will stay with you forever.

Selina Puerto Viejo features swimming pool, common areas with games and live music, and a restaurant with daily specials will make you feel like part of a community. From comfy bunk beds in shared dorms to lovely private suites, Selina has amenity options for every budget.

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Location and Contact

Location

• 256 street, 800 mts south of Puerto Viejo
• By bus
• From San Jose, catch a bus from Terminal del Caribe located at Av. 11-13 Central Street. Look for Autotransportes Mepe with buses to Puerto Viejo every day. After a 4.5 hour ride, the bus will drop you off at the center of Puerto Viejo. You can walk through town to Selina -located less than a kilometer away-, or you can take a taxi for approximately $4.
• From the airport
• Fly in to the Limon airport, located 1 hour away from Puerto Viejo by car. From Limon, you can take a taxi to Puerto Viejo, starting at $50.

Map

Map

Address: Calle 256, 800 Meters to the South of Puerto Viejo, on the way to Playa Cocles., Puerto Viejo de Talamanca (Puerto Viejo de Limón), Limón Province, Costa Rica

Distance to city center: 1.19 km

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Website

Website Selina Puerto Viejo Puerto Viejo de Talamanca www.selina.com/costa-rica/puerto-viejo/
Phone Number: +506 887 272 30
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Facilities and Amenities

Couples

Digital Nomads

Female Solo Traveller

Groups (10+ people)

Older travelers (+50)

Party Hostel

Solo Traveller

Bedsheets

Luggage Storage

Parking

Towels

Wi-Fi in Lobby/Commons

Wi-Fi in Rooms

Airport Pickup

Bike Rental

Breakfast

City Tours

Dinner

Pub Crawls

24 Hour Security

Air Conditioning

Bar

Beach

Bike Tours

Board Games

Clothes Dryer

Concierge/Info Desk

Credit Card Payments

Cultural Tour/Class

Entirely Non-Smoking

Evening Entertainment

Food/Restaurant

Gameroom

Hot Showers

Kitchen

Laundry

Live Music/Performance

Lounge Area

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Movie Library/Rental

Nightclub

Outdoor Seating

Pool Table

Power Point/Sockets in Rooms

Swimming Pool

Walking Tours

Yoga Classes

Pet-Friendly

Service Animals

Max. Age: All Ages

Min. Age with Parent (dorms): All Ages

Min. Age with Parent (private room): All Ages

Min. Age without Parent: 18

Checkout: 11:00 (11 AM)

Maximum Stay: Unlimited

Minimum Stay: Day Pass

Open Dates: All Year

Reception Hours: 7am-10pm

Size: Very Large (100+ beds)

Female Dorm Only

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