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Ukinca Hostel

2.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
Desk, free WiFi
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed | Desk, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Carr. Pacífica Fernández Oreamuno, Bahía Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas
  • Place, Catarata uvita
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Hermosa
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Tortuga
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Terrace/patio

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Pets allowed

  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace/patio

Quadruple Room, Pets allowed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Terrace/patio

Family Room, Pets allowed

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Pets allowed | Desk, free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory, Pets allowed

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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About this property

Ukinca Hostel

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hostal has coffee/tea in a common area and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and a garden are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Ukinca Hostel offers 12 accommodations. Rooms open to patios. This Bahía Ballena hostal provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostal include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Ukinca Hostel, you'll be within walking distance of Playa Hermosa. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and a virtual front desk
  • 5 minutes by car from Catarata uvita and 5 minutes from Secret Lau Pool
  • Pets welcome for a fee
Ukinca Hostel offers its guests an outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Ukinca Hostel also features coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

This Bahía Ballena hostal is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Cooking classes
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 20 February 2026 to 8 March 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms

Alternative facilities will be available off-site during the renovation.

Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per day (maximum USD 40 per stay)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per day (maximum USD40 per stay)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property does not have a front desk. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests arriving after noon must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Ukinca Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
BesT hosTeL I’ve ever stayed out . No creepy men roaming the property. Felt Extremely safe. Extremely convenient location. 3 restaurants and a cafe in the immediate area. 10 minutes walk to center of town with Supermarkets, banks, and close to the Waterfall !
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Annie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Dinaida

Travelled with family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose, Heredia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025