Liberia · CR

Hostel El Pretal

Name: Hostel El Pretal
Address: 25mts Sur de la Estación de Bomberos de Liberia, Liberia, 50101
Rating: 9.3

9.3

Exceptional338 reviews

WiFi availableFree WiFiLaundryLaundry washed per local authority guidelinesNon-smoking roomsAir conditioning

Check-in / Check-out

From 02:00 PM · Until 11:00 AM

Amenities

WiFi available, Free WiFi, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, Family rooms, Garden

Location

Liberia, CR

Charming Hostel in Liberia with Garden and Shared Lounge

Garden Oasis: Enjoy the tranquility of our garden, a perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploration.

Comfortable Accommodation: Relax in air-conditioned rooms with cozy balconies offering a view.

Convenient Location: Explore nearby attractions like Edgardo Baltodano Stadium and Marina Papagayo.

Ready to experience a relaxing stay at Hostel El Pretal? Book now and make unforgettable memories!

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25mts Sur de la Estación de Bomberos de Liberia

Liberia · CR

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Check-in & Check-out

Check-in from 02:00 PM. Check-out by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request.

Cancellation

Cancellation terms vary by rate. Flexible rates allow free cancellation up to 24–48 hours before arrival. Non-refundable rates cannot be canceled or modified.

Payment

Prices include the taxes and fees paid when you book. Some hotels charge a resort, city or service fee on arrival; where they do, the amount is shown with each room and at checkout. A valid credit card is required at check-in.

Important Information

Please inform 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. 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. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Liberia · CR

Hostel El Pretal

9.3

Exceptional338 reviews

WiFi availableFree WiFiLaundryLaundry washed per local authority guidelinesNon-smoking roomsAir conditioning

Check-in / Check-out

From 02:00 PM · Until 11:00 AM

Amenities

WiFi available, Free WiFi, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, Family rooms, Garden

Location

Liberia, CR

Charming Hostel in Liberia with Garden and Shared Lounge

Garden Oasis: Enjoy the tranquility of our garden, a perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploration.

Comfortable Accommodation: Relax in air-conditioned rooms with cozy balconies offering a view.

Convenient Location: Explore nearby attractions like Edgardo Baltodano Stadium and Marina Papagayo.

Ready to experience a relaxing stay at Hostel El Pretal? Book now and make unforgettable memories!

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Guest Reviews

What Guests Say

9.3

Exceptional

338 reviews

Highlights

+Friendly hosts
+Clean environment

Could Improve

–Noise levels in certain rooms
–Limited room access

Cleanliness9.4

The property is noted to be very clean with regularly cleaned shared showers.

Service9.9

The hosts were described as very kind and helpful, providing excellent customer service.

Location9.4

Great location just a few blocks from the bus station, very conveniently placed.

Room Quality8.4

Rooms are basic, and there are some concerns about noise level and furnishings.

Amenities8.9

Kitchen is well-equipped and there are several relaxation areas, though some rooms lack key access.

Value for Money9.4

Overall good value given the quality of service and cleanliness.

Food and Beverage8.9

Free coffee provided, with access to common kitchen facilities.

Overall Experience9.8

The reviews consistently point to a friendly atmosphere and clean facilities.

Nicola

Solo Traveller · Jul 2026

Great location in Liberia

Liked:Quiet location just 5 mins walk from the centre. Clean and comfortable. Shared bathrooms super clean. Friendly staff. Very responsive to messages and assisted with organising a tour.

Disliked:Nothing.

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Keely

Solo Traveller · May 2026

Clean, comfortable and quiet stay close to Liberia airport.

Liked:Great place for an overnight in Liberia ($20 taxi from airport). Rooms are private, clean and comfortable with great a/c. Beautiful and quiet open areas. Walking distance to restaurants and shops. Staff helped me get a taxi to take me to pick up my rental after check out which was very helpful!

Disliked:No concerns.

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Odin

Couple · Apr 2026

Liked:Very friendly and helpful staff. Good value, as it is pretty cheap. The size of our room was great for 2 with a decent size bag each and the wifi and tv worked great. The garage was very accessible and felt a lot safer than parking on the street.

Disliked:Liberia as a city was not that exciting in my mind. Would have stayed longer if the city was more interesting. A pretty cheap place to stay of you are exploring rincon de la vieja and surrounding area with a car, but I would probably try to stay closer to the action.

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Mary

Couple · Apr 2026

Our time at El Pretal was excellent, and we would look forward to another visit.

Liked:We were pleasantly surprised to see that there was coffee, tea, sugar, spices, milk powder and oatmeal available for guests. Our main contact, Guillermo was very pleasant and helped us out. Other staff were friendly and accomodating. On our second visit we noticed that there was a laundry drying area with clotheslines and pegs for guests.

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Location

How to Find Us

25mts Sur de la Estación de Bomberos de Liberia

Liberia · CR

Policies

Good to Know

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in from 02:00 PM. Check-out by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request.

Cancellation

Cancellation terms vary by rate. Flexible rates allow free cancellation up to 24–48 hours before arrival. Non-refundable rates cannot be canceled or modified.