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Budget Hostels from RM 118

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20 Nov - 22 Nov
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27 Nov - 29 Nov
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11 Dec - 13 Dec
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8 Jan - 10 Jan

Our top choices for Zapotal hostels

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a towel, two bedside lamps, and a door with a wooden panel.

1. Hostel Samara

Hostel Samara
1.5 star property
Sámara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"We stayed for nine days Annie and her staff we're awesome we would stay again forsure"
Canada
Tracey
The price is RM245
RM276 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hostel Samara
A beach with palm trees and people relaxing.

2. Sandy Toes Hostel

Sandy Toes Hostel
2.0 star property
Sámara
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Amazing staff and community. "
Canada
Alba
The price is RM118
RM134 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Sandy Toes Hostel
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and string lights.

3. Nosara Hotel Playa Garza

Nosara Hotel Playa Garza
2.0 star property
Nosara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean room, comfortable environment. Felt right at home"
United States
Julia Isabella
The price is RM346
RM391 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Nosara Hotel Playa Garza
A pool area with lounge chairs, surrounded by tropical plants and a thatched roof structure.

4. The Nomadic Hotel

The Nomadic Hotel
3.0 star property
Nosara
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"Great hotel with friendly staff in a convenient location."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is RM1,354
RM1,530 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
The Nomadic Hotel
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Learn more about Zapotal

Surfers catch perfect waves at Playa Zapotal while non-surfers enjoy the uncrowded golden sand beach. Nearby Tamarindo offers lively restaurants and shops, or head to Las Baulas National Park for seasonal turtle nesting tours.

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An aerial view of a coastal landscape with dense forests, rugged terrain, and a clear blue sea.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Zapotal?

You might like the nightly rates at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which has good reviews from our customers: Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only - 16.5 mi (26.5 km) from the heart of Zapotal. Located within a 5-minute walk of Samara Beach. Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Zapotal?

The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are December and January, with an average of 25°C. The rainiest months in Zapotal are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 498 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Zapotal?

Depending on what interests you, you might like to discover these things around Zapotal. Get out into nature with places such as Playa Camaronal, Coyote Beach and Carrillo Beach. Cultural attractions include Museo Islita. Additional attractions include Samara Beach, Barra Honda National Park and San Miguel Beach.

What's the best way to get to and around Zapotal while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Zapotal on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Nosara (NOB), 23.7 mi (38.2 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Cóbano Airport (ACO), situated 25.4 mi (40.9 km) away.