Name: Rocking J's
Address: Playa Salsa Brava, 63735 Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica, Playa Salsa Brava, Limon, 63735, Costa Rica
Rating: 8.0

Rocking J's

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About this property

Offering a bar-restaurant and lush gardens, Rocking J's is located right on Salsa Brava Beach in Puerto Viejo. This artistic hostel features a shared kitchen and TV lounge and free WiFi. Rocking J's offers a range of rustic accommodations, including private rooms, shared dorms, tents and hammocks. All come with free sheets and have access to shared bathroom facilities. The hostel offers free painting and mosaic materials. Guests can also enjoy nightly bonfires in the grounds. There is a 24-hour reception and free on-site parking. Rocking J's Salsa Brava Beach is a popular surfing spot. There are many restaurants and bars within walking distance in Puerto Viejo town. Limon Airport is 34 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Room Type	Number of guests
Double Room with One Double Bed 1 full bed
Hammock - No A/C, No Fan 1 twin bed
Single Tent - No A/C, No Fan 1 twin bed
Double Tent - No A/C, No Fan 1 queen bed
Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room with AC 1 bunk bed
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds 2 full beds
Double Room with Bunk Bed 2 bunk beds
Triple Room with Bunk Beds with Fan 1 twin bed and 1 bunk bed
Quadruple Room with Terrace 1 full bed and 2 bunk beds
Queen Studio 1 queen bed
Double Room with Sea View 1 full bed
Bunk Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 twin bed
Double Room with One Double Bed 1 full bed
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room 1 twin bed
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room 1 twin bed
Superior Queen Room with Two Queen Beds 2 queen beds
Two-Bedroom House Bedroom 1 1 bunk bed Bedroom 2 1 bunk bed
Apartment 1 full bed and 1 bunk bed
Double Room 1 queen bed

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Guests who stayed here loved

Erika

Panama

“Location on the beach and close to center, staff was really nice and helpful. Quirqui design and decor of the place. The other guests were all very friendly and pleasant.”

Payton

United States

“The property was cute and in a perfect location. I felt safe walking everywhere as a solo female traveler :)”

Ana

Costa Rica

“I like that this time there were activities all nights. Open mic and fire shows.”

Galvan

United States

“Great location and friendly staff....nice beach front hostel...would definitely go back”

Rylan

United States

“A hippy chill place good vibes cool people right on the edge of town. Cool bar next to the beach and Cocles Beach is only 15 mins away thru the jungle”

Luana

Costa Rica

“Location in front of the beach, clean place, facilities.”

Stanislav

Canada

“This is my favourite hostel by far. Perfect location with a beautiful beach. Visually very satisfying an you can see that a lot of effort and thought went into the hostel. Eeeeverithing is mosaic an art😀 There is a huge beach front where lots of...”

United States

“I love the uniqueness of the decorations and architecture. I stayed in the mixed dorm and our entry way was a red hand door. I like that the beach was in the back, easy access to the beach. The vibe was very chill and the place was clean. I like...”

Jim

United States

“The place is amazing. Onsite bar was nice , but tis the people who come here that makes the place special.”

Nikki

United States

“The 2 bedroom house you have set is was perfect for my daughter and her friends to stay! It was their last weekend in Costa Rica. They have been in college studying abroad and have fallen in love with your county! They loved staying there and it...”

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House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 7 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

A prepayment deposit via PayPal is required to secure your reservation. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Please note that hot water is intermittent.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Rocking J's of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.