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Hostal Cecilia

2.5 star property
Travelers can relax in the peaceful garden or soak up sunshine on the terrace before borrowing bikes to explore nearby attractions in this central haven.

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Hostal Cecilia, in the heart of town, offers a tranquil retreat with a peaceful garden and welcoming terrace. Guests praise the attentive staff and enjoy amenities like bike rentals, barbecue facilities, free in-room WiFi, and valet parking.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Room options

View all photos for Standard Cabin, Courtyard Area

Standard Cabin, Courtyard Area

Standard Cabin, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchen
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Stovetop
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Kitchen
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Stovetop
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Cahuita is home to Hostal Cecilia. Cahuita National Park and Playa Cahuita reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Finca La Isla Botanical Garden and Talamanca Family Art. Visit our Cahuita travel guide
Map
400 Meters Southeast de Lazy Moon, Frente a Rocking Js, Cahuita, Limon, 70401

What's nearby

  • Fantastic creatures live in the Cahuita National Park in Costa Rica. Is just a matter of knowing where and when to look to find them. This snake, though its intense #Golden color is not as poisonus as others in the park.
    Blanca Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Great beaches, wildlife and scenery. #costarica #puravida #endlesssummer
    Cahuita National Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Playa Cahuita
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Negra Beach
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Playa Grande
    7 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Soda Kawe
    8 min walk
  • Restaurante sobre las Olas
    11 min walk
  • Reggae Bar
    18 min walk
  • Bar & Restaurant Cahuita National Park
    9 min walk
  • Coco's Bar
    7 min walk

About this property

Hostal Cecilia

Property highlights
At Hostal Cecilia, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Bike hire, airport drop-off service (surcharge) and express check-in
  • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket information and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Hostal Cecilia include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Kitchens, fridges and stovetops

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Hostal Cecilia Hostel Puerto Viejo
Hostal Cecilia Hostel
Hostal Cecilia Puerto Viejo
Hostal Cecilia Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Cecilia Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Hostal Hostal Cecilia Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca Hostal Cecilia Hostal
Hostal Hostal Cecilia
Cecilia
Cecilia Puerto Viejo Talamanca
Hostal Cecilia Hostal
Hostal Cecilia Cahuita
Hostal Cecilia Hostal Cahuita

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostal Cecilia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hostal Cecilia?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hostal Cecilia?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Hostal Cecilia?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Hostal Cecilia provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A per person fee applies.

Where is Hostal Cecilia located?

Situated in Cahuita, this beach hostal is within a 10-minute walk of Playa Cahuita and Blanca Beach. Cahuita National Park and Negra Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hostal Cecilia Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cabaña mit Doppelbett und Moskitonetz, kleiner Küche, grosses Bad und Dusche mit Warmwasser. Cecilia ist sehr hilfsbereit, unkompliziert und ihr liegt das Wohl der Gäste am Herzen. Kaffee und Wasser gratis ganztägig verfügbar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

eric

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

Lovely Cecilia

Friendly staff and clean room. Noisy neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Low key and quiet and a short walk to downtown. Excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, small and basic. The best thing about this place is the staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tried to pull a switcheroo on my room

I had the balcony room reserved for one night but they tried to give me a vastly inferior, coffin room instead and when I called them on it, they said the room I reserved wasn't available and they would give me a minor discount on the cheap room which was still way too high a price for it. They probably had found somebody who wanted my room for more than one night and figured I would take a cheap , being left with no other option. I instead went to the Roca Hostel nearby and that was a much better option at a much lower price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A great place to crash

I had never stayed in a hostel before and wanted to make a go of it. I am glad I did. Overall, I had a wonderful stay here. This is a family-owned operation, run by genuine, down-to-earth people-the kind of people you want to give your money to. It is located well within walking/cycling distance to all of the local bars. The accommodations were more than adequate for my needs. I would have no problem staying here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Marijn

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

Zeer vriendelijke eigenaar

De eigenaar is zeer vriendelijk en erg behulpzaam. Ze behandelen je als familie. Onze kamer had ook een keuken. De ramen kunnen alleen niet dicht en je hoort s nachts muziek. Ook hadden we geen WiFi in de kamer. We konden fietsen huren wat erg handig is.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Free coffee and drinking water, unfortunately we had mosquitos in the room and it was also hot. The ceiling fan did't help that much.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
I knocked on the reception door for 30 mins then left.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trato excelente y familiar
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Javier, España

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

estancia muy agradable

es un hotel que esta en mi opinion en una localizacion perfecta, porque esta a unos 200ms del centro de puerto viejo, lo que hace que puedas ir andando pero sin tener que sufrir las aglomeraciones y los ruidos que hay en puerto viejo en epoca alta. los dueños del hotel son gente muy agradable que te ayudaran en todo lo que necesites. las habitaciones son comodas y limpias
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Christine

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

Cecilia welcomed us with open arms

The facilities were the best. Beautiful clean new bathroom & good kitchen too. The family could not have been more helpful.

8/10 Good

Allison, Oliver, B.C. Canada

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Feeling like a home

This hotel is like staying with a family. They are sweet and eager to see that you are happy. The location is easy walking to anywhere you want to go. But far enough to get away from the party and get some sleep. Bike rentals are right on the property. And if you are missing your family pet back home. There are plenty here that are happy to get some of your attention.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Puerto viejo 2 fermata

Hote tranquillo vicino al centro 3 min a piedi 2 in bici, che noleggiano in sede. Hotel familiare tutti e tre Cecilia madre William e Liliana i figli, persone disponibilissime. Consiglio hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mileidy

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

Recomendado!!!

Recomendado Hostal Cecilia, excelente atención. Está aislado del bullicio excelente para descansar. Pagas justo por lo necesario, nada de lujos. Excelente relación calidad-precio. Nos entregaron la habitación mucho antes de lo previsto. Volvería
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a beautiful place, peaceful, the room was clean, nice customer service, the room has fridge and kitchen, the bed y confortable and the bathroom is big, I would totally go again, close to the center and with rent a bike service, it has parking spot. Friendly people that is always available to give you restaurants recommendations. I will be more than happy to go again

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019