Perched near Jaco Beach, Selina Jaco - Hostel offers a tranquil retreat with a lush garden and cozy library. Enjoy lunch or dinner at the on-site restaurant, Playground, unwind by the pool or test your skills at billiards. With in-room WiFi, bike rentals and multilingual staff are readily available to enhance your stay.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Bar
Laundry facilities
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Business center
Meeting rooms
Airport shuttle
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Library
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Free self parking
Room options
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Family Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
17 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
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Calle Alice, 100 South and 50, West of Cruz Roja, Jacó, Puntarenas, 61101
What's nearby
Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Neo Fauna - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Jacó Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
Rainforest Adventures Jaco - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
Marina Los Sueños - 17 min drive - 9.8 km
Getting around
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 105 min drive
Tambor (TMU) - 27.9 miles/45 km
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Green Room - 6 min walk
Koko Gastro Bar - 10 min walk
Morales House - 4 min walk
Public House - 7 min walk
Hola India Restaurant - 4 min walk
About this property
Socialtel Jaco
Socialtel Jaco puts you just a 5-minute drive from Jacó Beach. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Playground, which serves lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this Art Deco hostel include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.
Languages
English, Spanish
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
31 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older
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
One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
On-site parking is limited
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
LOB_HOTELS
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
On the beach
Yoga classes
Horse riding/rentals
Surfing/body boarding
Pool table
Ecotours nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Library
An outdoor pool
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
ROOM
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Freshen up
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
STAR_OUTLINE
Special features
Dining
Playground - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
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Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 13 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 117 per person (one-way)
Late check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 20
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 1 and 12 costs USD 117 (one-way)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Selina Jaco Hostel
Selina Jaco Costa Rica
HELP_OUTLINE
Frequently asked questions
Does Socialtel Jaco offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Socialtel Jaco does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Socialtel Jaco?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Socialtel Jaco?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Socialtel Jaco?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Socialtel Jaco?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 117 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Socialtel Jaco?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Socialtel Jaco and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding and surfing. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Socialtel Jaco?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Playground.
What's the area around Socialtel Jaco like?
Socialtel Jaco is located on the waterfront, a short 4-minute walk from Jacó Walk Shopping Center and 18 minutes' walk from Jacó Beach.
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Socialtel Jaco Reviews
Reviews
8,4
Very good
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8,2/10
Cleanliness
8,4/10
Staff & service
8,2/10
Amenities
8,2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8,8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Beach
Service staff
Restaurant
Room
Food
Location
Bar
Bathroom
Store
Drinks
What guests liked
The property offers a perfect beach location with great views, activities, and amenities right on the beach. (20 reviews)
The air conditioning worked well and effectively cooled the rooms to a comfortable temperature. (3 reviews)
The property offers great food options and a convenient location near many restaurants. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
24 January 2025
Awesome place!!
Jon
Jon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 January 2025
We enjoyed our day great place to meet people
Andrew
Andrew, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 February 2025
Staff is tremendous! Place is super convenient!
Jon
Jon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 January 2025
Awesome spot
Jon
Jon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 December 2024
I always have great time at Selina. Great location and people.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
04 April 2025
You get what you pay for. Pleasant and accomodating staff, food and drink available as were some activities (ie surf lessons), but really no frills.
Anthony
Anthony, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 March 2025
I stayed in one of the cylinder rooms for my 40th birthday. It was a super unique room and I'm glad I booked it. It still had shared restrooms, but the restrooms were well kept and super clean. The cylinder rooms have an A/C unit as well, so it is easy to get the room down to a comfortable temperature for sleeping. The rest of the resort is also amazing. They have a surf school, nice, clean outdoor pool, and a full-service bar and restaurant. I would absolutely recommend this place and especially the cylinder rooms for anyone looking for somewhere unique to stay.
John
John, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 December 2024
Great food, nice pool, right on the beach and walkable to Main Street for dining, shopping. I had two excursions that had this property as option for pick up point
Christy
Christy, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
11 February 2025
It was ok
Sara Graciela
Sara Graciela, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
18 February 2025
The staff waa amazong and accomodating. But the proterty itself needs a lot of repair and is dirty. Eapecially the bathrooms.
Halima
Halima, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
03 March 2025
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Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
08 July 2024
Perfect place to stay. Close to main strip and right on the water with a bar
nicole
nicole, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
18 January 2025
They don't allow early check-in like many other hotels in Jaco Beach.
Yuriy
Yuriy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 June 2024
Loved this location, right by the beach with great vibes. Would definitely recommend and come back!
Allen
Allen, 14-night trip
6/10 Good
06 January 2025
Quiet at night which was nice for a decent nights sleep. Pool looked unclean and the staff were not the most helpful. Just an average hostel
Charlotte
Charlotte, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 February 2025
No benefits provide. By status with the app, the manager at the bar was very rude however the staff was super friendly el helpful...
MONICA TATIANA
MONICA TATIANA, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 February 2025
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Farshad
Farshad, 9-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 May 2024
Great place to stay!
Amazing place to stay. Selina is clean and completely safe as it has security after hours. Jaco walk is easily accessible for lunch/dinner. Selina also has great food options. Right next to the beach and pool is great too.
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5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2023
It had a great location and the bar and restaurant were awesome, right on the beach with great views of spectacular surfing.
David
David, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 March 2024
Nice place
Christian Manuel Castillo
Christian Manuel Castillo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
01 September 2024
Another great stay at Selina. The rooms were hot but the stuff turn AC on at my second request.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 October 2022
Great location
David
David, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
30 December 2024
The food is terrible,over there plus check if you paying cash how much day give you back
iberca
iberca, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 June 2024
Always clean, they provide soap and shampoo. Close to the beach