At Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel, unwind in the lush garden or enjoy a drink at the bar. Take advantage of laundry facilities, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Bar
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Breakfast available
Bar/lounge
Airport shuttle
Area shuttle
Terrace
Garden
Library
Front-desk safe
Self-serve laundry
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Private bathroom
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
The current price is $38
$38
includes taxes & fees
$33 per night
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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Family Room, Balcony, Garden View
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Balcony
Individually furnished
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Desk
258 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Double Room, Garden View
Highlights
Individually furnished
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Desk
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
215 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Triple Room, Balcony
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Balcony
Individually furnished
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Desk
Daily housekeeping
237 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Santa Elena Del Supercompro, 50 metros suroeste, Monteverde, Puntarenas, 0805655
What's nearby
Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
Wildlife Refuge Monteverde - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
Curi-Cancha Reserve - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 10 min drive - 5.6 km
Getting around
La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 147 min drive
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 153 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Café Monteverde - 1 min walk
Las Riendas Restaurant - 17 min walk
Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - 2 min walk
Restaurante Sabor Tico - 6 min walk
Bon Appetit! - 11 min walk
About this property
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
At Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and continental breakfast is available daily. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
11 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–8:30 AM
Bar/lounge
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Room amenities
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CRC 3000 to 5000 for adults, and CRC 3000 to 4500 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Cabinas El Pueblo Hostel Monteverde
Cabinas El Pueblo Hostel
Cabinas El Pueblo Monteverde
Cabinas El Pueblo
Cabinas El Pueblo B&B Monteverde
Cabinas El Pueblo B B
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel Monteverde
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel and nearby?
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel has a garden.
What's the area around Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel like?
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel is a short 4-minute walk from Monteverde Orchid Garden and 3 minutes' walk from Jardín de Orquídeas.
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Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Breakfast
What guests liked
Homemade breakfast was a highlight, with generous plates of fresh fruit, eggs, and pancakes. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2025
Great locations , friendly hosts.
carolyn
carolyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2024
Mother & daughter hosts are a delight and ready to assist you with all your adventuring needs. Assisting with bookings, tours, transport, advice, directions, dining queries - super lovely and kind.
The accommodation is perfectly located. So convent to Santa Elena - grocery store 5 mins, food, shops- perfection.👌
The amenities are what you’d imagine for the affordability but certainty not without a feeling of local charm. Hosts have provided all one needs and are quick to assist if there is something they can do. The rooms are small, but there private baths are convenient and comfortable. The place feels very safe and the local family element brings a homey feel that sets a guest’s mind at ease.
This afternoon a toucan was in the tree adjacent to the property and the host came to find me so that I wouldn’t miss it. It is think kindness that makes this stay one that should not be missed.
10/10 on location & hospitality
Dana
Dana, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2023
The staff were reliable and efficient in helping arrange guided trips, activities, and shuttles. They spoke English and were very nice.
Jonna
Jonna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2022
The staff was wonderful every person was very nice to speak with and help me in many ways
THOMAS
THOMAS, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2023
Very friendly and accommodating host - Marleny and family. Clean and friendly place with much information about local tours, eating places, and organized transport to and from San Jose. Great kitchen facilities! and Marleny prepared us a delicious breakfast, for US$7. Comfortable rooms and very clean. The location is noisy on weekends, especially at night, with passing traffic on the main road.
Debra
Debra, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2023
Super cute family run hostel. The entire family is amazing and I would highly recommend their coffee tour! Super clean and tidy rooms. Very quite as well for sleeping! Absoloutly would come back multiple times. I cannot express how helpful and friendly the family is!
Kelsey
8/10 Very good
Jan 17, 2023
It was our first time staying in a hostel. Overall it was a good experience the only down thing I would have to say is the beds were hard but that may be normal for hostels. It was clean, breakfast was good, and everyone was very friendly and polite. The staff was helpful, helping us get transportation and recommendations of where to go.
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2022
Cabinas El Pueblo is very centrally located in Santa Elena and is a convenient spot for activity pickups, with easy access to grocery stores and restaurants in the area. The room is clean and inviting and was a good resting spot between trips to the Cloud Forest.
Freddy and Marlenny were amazing hosts - they went out of their way to help arrange activities and shuttles. We visited their family coffee farm for a tour which was wonderful. Freddy went out of his way to try and help us spot a sloth (one of our bucket list items) - he took the long way back from the farm to try and find one. The family's helpfulness made our visit easy and enjoyable!
Hillary
Hillary, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 3, 2023
The rooms were clean and the hostel had a cute welcoming space. We had a private room which was pretty cramped but it was cozy and the bed was comfortable. The shower temperature fluctuated (I think they were doing laundry at the time!) but other than that we had no complaints. Rates for laundry were higher than we experienced at another hostel in the area. This hostel was very walkable to restaurants, an ATM, a grocery store, and souvenir shops.
Alexandra
Alexandra, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 18, 2024
Cannot recommend
The staff were welcoming, friendly and helpful, however, it was often difficult to find anyone, even during posted office hours. The beds were very uncomfortable; the bathroom was VERY small; hot water in the shower was unreliable; the bathroom smelled (we think from the sink); there was a small step down just inside the entrance and another into the bathroom that were potential tripping hazards; we were told coffee was available in the kitchen from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., but the door was locked until 7:30, and when it opened there was no coffee made. It's on a very busy street, but our room was in back and was quiet, and the sitting area outside was lovely with lots of hanging plants.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2023
This place is really special.
I wasn’t totally sure when I checked in and felt like I may have been better off at something more geared towards socializing (quiet time is 10). Luckily, I stayed.
The owners are the sweetest people and will constantly elevate your stay to be more comfortable, from a compliment to showing the sloth outside. You have the option to wake up to a home cooked breakfast every morning: a generous plate of beautiful fresh fruit and eggs or pancakes. The family also runs a coffee tour of their own place where Freddy stopped to show us an unbelievable view spot.
This isn’t a lively hostel, it’s a chill resting spot. That said, I spent my time in town with a couple I met at breakfast, and we’ll definitely be in touch again.
I highly recommend staying here if you’re looking for a home away from home.
Chelsea
Chelsea, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2025
Savannah G
Savannah G, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2024
Martin
Martin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2024
Amy
Amy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2023
Ariel
Ariel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2023
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2023
Julie
Julie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2023
Grant
Grant, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2023
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2023
Conner
Conner, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 22, 2022
Kimberley
Kimberley, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 13, 2021
Truly local property, very friendly and helpful. Excellent value, for basic room -- everything worked fine. Good location, easily walkable to town center. Only problem was street noise: wear earplugs!
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2020
Nice place
Close to town, feriendly staff, nice rooms. Recommended.
Stefan
Stefan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2019
Todo muy bien y la localidad excelente. Muy seguro y super cerca del centro.