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Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel for sun and fun

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Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Travelers find a peaceful haven at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel. Enjoy Thai massages, international dishes at SAGE Restaurant, in-room WiFi, beach yoga, surfing or body boarding, and unwind in the garden with coffee from the on-site cafe.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is RM182
RM206 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Room options

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View all photos for Design Triple Room, Multiple Beds, No Windows

Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Design Triple Room, Multiple Beds, No Windows

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
5 bathrooms
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom, Beachfront

Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom, Beachfront

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
4 bathrooms
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
5 bathrooms
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually decorated
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Fan
6 bathrooms
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ensuite

Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Design Shared Dormitory

Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Design Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
5 bathrooms
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory

Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
5 bathrooms
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Shared/communal kitchen
Freezer
Stovetop
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the area

Located in Cahuita, Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel is in the suburbs and on the beach. Cahuita National Park and Black Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Talamanca Family Art and Finca La Isla Botanical Garden. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
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Map
300m north from Cocles River, Cahuita, Limón Province, 70403

What's nearby

  • Playa Cocles - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Black Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Playa Chiquita - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Punta Uva Beach - 6 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salsa Brava - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪De Gustibus Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Sol del Caribe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Nena - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Panadería Francés - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel

Hostel by the ocean
Take advantage of a beach bar, a corner/local shop and a terrace at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel. This hostel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining and free beach cabanas. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or a body treatment. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, SAGE Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Enjoy on-site activities, such as hiking/biking, beach yoga and surfing/body boarding. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a free bus station shuttle and bike hire
  • Self-parking (surcharge), surfing lessons and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, blenders and toasters
  • Stovetops, freezers and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • SAGE Beer Garden
  • SAGE Restaurant

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body treatments
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Thai massages

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 lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2016
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Individual decor
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Food and water bowls and pet-grooming services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 20.0 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 69.17 per person (one-way)
  • Secured self-parking fee: USD 10 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Playa 506 Hostel Puerto Viejo
Playa 506 Hostel
Playa 506 Hostel Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Playa 506 Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Playa 506 Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Playa 506
506 Puerto Viejo Talamanca
Playa 506
Playa 506 Hostel
506 Beachfront Hostel Cahuita
Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel Cahuita
Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

As of 17 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel on 19 Oct 2025 start from RM 181.88, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Self-parking is available for USD 10 per day.

What time is check-in at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM-2:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 69.17 per person applies.

Where is Playa 506 Beachfront Hostel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cahuita hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Playa Cocles, Black Beach and Talamanca Family Art. Playa Chiquita and Punta Uva Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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