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Socialtel Jaco

3.0 star property
Art Deco hostel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Outdoor pool
Library
Beach bar
Porch
Free WiFi
Selina Jaco Hostel offers a tranquil retreat with a lush garden, cozy library, and Playground restaurant. Relax by the pool, play billiards, or rent bicycles to explore. Enjoy in-room WiFi and multilingual staff for local tips.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Free WiFi

Bed in a 4 Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Small Room Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Small Room Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room | Free WiFi

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi

Unique Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cylinder Small Room | Free WiFi

Cylinder Small Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Free WiFi

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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Free WiFi

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Calle Alice, 100 South and 50, West of Cruz Roja, Jacó, Puntarenas, 61101

What's nearby

  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Neo Fauna - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Jacó Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Rainforest Adventures Jaco - 12 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Marina Los Sueños - 17 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hola India Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪JacoBar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Soda Marea Alta - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Morales House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sports Bar Oz - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Socialtel Jaco

Hostel near Jacó Beach
At Socialtel Jaco, you can look forward to an airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy cycling, surfing/body boarding, and horseback riding at this hostel. The on-site restaurant, Playground, offers lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage, a gift shop, and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All guestrooms at Socialtel Jaco boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 13 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Playground

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • Art Deco architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 up

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 13 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 117 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 117 (one-way), (from 1 to 12 years old)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Selina Jaco Hostel
Selina Jaco Costa Rica

Frequently asked questions

Does Socialtel Jaco have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Socialtel Jaco pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Socialtel Jaco?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Socialtel Jaco?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM for a fee of USD 20.

What time is check-out at Socialtel Jaco?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Socialtel Jaco provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 117 per person applies.

Where is Socialtel Jaco located?

Nestled on the beach, this Jacó hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jacó Walk Shopping Center and Jacó Beach. Neo Fauna and Teatro Jacó are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Socialtel Jaco Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 257 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 257 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 257 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 257 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 257 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the closeness to the ocean and the staff were wonderfully friendly!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Sara Graciela

Disliked: Amenities
It was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Christian Manuel Castillo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun decor was good for beach ambiance
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was super trendy and cute. The room was a bit smaller than expected but just fine for our short stay. We loved the pool and restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Amenities
Another great stay at Selina. The rooms were hot but the stuff turn AC on at my second request.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lexi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is beach front with many activities to do throughout the day, with free activities like movie nights, yoga, and more
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super chill easygoing vibe, staff was super friendly and helpful! Being right on the beach was a treat! Lots of lounging areas and courtyards!

10/10 Excellent

Gint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Look no further...

My favorite place in Jaco. Not only is it on the beach, it has its own bar and restaurant, as well as a pool. Staff are friendly and kind, truly first-rate. Interesting mix of guests. Free salsa lessons. On-site surfing school. Secure parking lot if you're driving. Pura vida!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terrapin Lina Velloso

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was super cute and colorful I loved every part of the property, the staff answered any questions I had and were nice. The private room was very clean, nice, and aside from the community kitchen, we had a coffee machine and mini fridge in our room. The restaurant and bar on the property had great food and the daily cocktail promos were great. Short walking distance from shopping center, restaurants and grocery store. If you like adventure and a chill environment with a mix of young travelers and families I recommend Selina.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Farzan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Positives: Very close to the downtown area, where all the shops and restaurants are. Located on the beach, so it's just a short walk away. Has a bar and a restaurant. Includes a small pool. The room has a fridge, and the AC works great. Negatives: Small parking lot. Very small rooms that are dirty (spider webs and flies inside). Bed sheets and towels have stains. No hot water. Their dryer broke, so we went without fresh towels for two days. Overall: If you want to stay close to the beach and downtown, this is a good option. However, if you're looking for luxury and amenities, this is not the place for you. Lastly, room service is offered but they don't do a great job.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing, Everything was great@
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Gabriela

Never got in contact with to help with my issue, tried for 3 days now and lost $80, thanks for nothing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Chantelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The first room I stayed in had obvious prior mold issues. I had a dehumidifier in my room which I left running. On day 3, there were some plumbing issues which the front desk tried to have fixed. The plumbing issues continued to be a problem the following day so we were placed in another room. The 2nd room was great and we didn’t mind having to share a king size bed. There were several trip hazards around the property. The service at the bar was slow. The food was ok. The front desk staff - Luisa and Andres were GREAT!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Nicholas

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would like to start by saying the the property itself and surroundings are not the reason for my negative review. The negative review comes from the service received. Here is the background story : This is a frustrating story and we were robbed a night’s stay. We booked 3 nights, from March 5th to the 8th. We arrived on location at approximately 6PM on March 5th for the check-in. Upon arrival, we noticed that the hotel was completely in the dark. It turned out to be a power outage affecting only Socialtel Jaco. When asked when the power would be back, the staff member advised that they were not sure and it possibly only be tomorrow. Therefore, asking ourselves if it was worth staying at the hotel for the night (without AC, lights or power), after being told that we could get a refund if we contacted Expedia by the front desk staff member, we decided to book another hotel only for that night and come back for check-in the next day. We received a WhatsApp message at 8:40 PM that same night from the Socialtel Team advising that the power had been restored. Though, we had already been told that a refund was possible and we were already well established in another hotel. The next day we arrived on location, did our check-in and continued on with our vacation. We arrived back home on March 9th and on March 10th, I decided I would follow up with Expedia and ask for the refund.

4/10 Poor

Cassandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Upon checkin we weren’t offered an upgrade or complimentary drink. We went to our room and realized we had no towels. I went out and asked and they said they would be right down with them. I didn’t want to be pushy but we had just spent 6hrs in the car. We waited about 30 minutes and I asked again and again was told a few minutes. We finally went to the beach with no towels just to cool off. After my 4th ask we finally received them. When I went to wash my hands lastnight after using the bathroom there was no hand soap. Last straw was this morning when showering I realized there was women’s hair all over the shower. Gross. 30 seconds in the shower stops completely. Needless to stay it wasn’t a good experience. I expressed my concerns and the receptionist just said sorry? It wasn’t her fault but this was a bad experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

nagendra

Liked: Staff & service
Safe and Quite place. Staff are Friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Genevieve

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
L’hôtel est bien situé, sur la plage et belle piscine. Chaise longue en bois prêt de la piscine peu nombreuses et très inconfortable. Les chambres serait dû pour un rafraîchissement. Si c’est considéré pour comme une auberge de jeunesse c’est assez cher nous avons eu un hôtel beaucoup luxueux à Manuel Antonio pour à peines quelques dollars de plus. Nous avons passer une seul heureusement!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

zeall lenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not walkable to anything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Staff & service
Je pensais avoir réservé une chambre normale, je me suis retrouvé dans un genre de baril avec toilettes communes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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