Shipwrecked Hostel
  • Hostel
  • Uvita
  • 9.3/10

Shipwrecked Hostel

Essential Facilities: Shipwrecked Hostel in Uvita offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the lounge with an outdoor fireplace. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, comfortable beds, and private showers. The shared kitchen and daily housekeeping service ensure a pleasant stay. Local Attractions: Uvita Beach is 3 km away, Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary 13 km, and Nauyaca Waterfalls 29 km. Film nights provide entertainment for guests. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its kitchen, room comfort, and bed comfort. Free on-site private parking and luggage storage are available.

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)
  • Free private parking available on-site

Kids

Children are not allowed.

Dogs

Pets are not allowed.

Address

Carretera Pacífica Fernández Oreamuno, 60504 Uvita, Costa Rica, Uvita, Costa Rica

Facilities

Free parking Free WiFi Non-smoking rooms

Gallery

a house with lights on the side of it at Shipwrecked Hostel in Uvita
a counter with chairs and a table in a room at Shipwrecked Hostel in Uvita
a bedroom with a bed with a colorful wall at Shipwrecked Hostel in Uvita
a room with a painting on the side of a wall at Shipwrecked Hostel in Uvita
a bedroom with a bunk bed with a ladder at Shipwrecked Hostel in Uvita
a bedroom with a bed and a wall with umbrellas at Shipwrecked Hostel in Uvita
a bedroom with a bed with a fish themed wall at Shipwrecked Hostel in Uvita
a group of people laying on the floor of a building at Shipwrecked Hostel in Uvita
a bedroom with a bed in a room with blue lights at Shipwrecked Hostel in Uvita

Reviews

Luka 8/10
Austria 🇦🇹

Very clean and comfortable stay in Uvita

Pros: We really enjoyed our time at this hostel in Uvita. The location is directly on the main road, which was perfect for us since we had rented a car. It’s easy to find and very convenient as a base for exploring the area. The hostel itself is very clean and nicely decorated, and we appreciated the attention to detail — even small touches like a pleasant scent in the room and an essential oil diffuser made the space feel welcoming. We stayed in a dorm that offered a large bed suitable for couples, which we really liked. The beds were comfortable, had their own power sockets, and offered a good level of privacy, making the stay very comfortable overall.

Cons: What we slightly missed was a more social atmosphere. Although there are several common areas, which is usually a positive aspect, they felt a bit too spacious for the number of guests staying there. As a result, it didn’t naturally encourage interaction as much as we had hoped, and it was easier for people to keep to themselves. Aside from that, we don’t have any real negative points and would gladly stay here again when visiting Uvita.

Elke 10/10
Germany 🇩🇪

Amazing place with a unique positive atmosphere

Pros: Everything about this place is amazing! The really personal touch of the ladies looking after the place, the setup and look & feel of the shipwreck. It’s totally amazing. It’s not one of the cheapest places I stayed in, yet it deserves that rating and price. I picked it due to its location and I also walked all the way to the beach one day (it’s stunning)!

Björn 10/10
Germany 🇩🇪

Pros: Very nice hostel and very nice people! Loved my time here 💚

Jolien 10/10
Belgium 🇧🇪

The service and vibe in the hostel was unmatched!

Pros: The owner, the staff, the area, the cleanliness, the vibe, the kitchen equipment, the service, the hostel itself, EVERYTHING :)

Cons: There wasn’t anything we didn’t like!

Anna-lena 9/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

One of the cleanest, most well-maintained hostels I've stayed in. Very personal, too:)

Pros: The hostel is absolutely pristine & the staff is excellent. We particularly loved that the dorms/ bunks were essentially little cabins which gave you plenty of privacy & comfort sleeping. There is also ample space to store all your luggage & lockers have keys provided which is a big plus. The kitchen is well equipped & super clean.

Cons: The location is a little far from the beach. Didn't bother us much as we had a car but worth noting if you are travelling without a car. The hostel does rent out bikes though.

Stijn 10/10
Netherlands 🇳🇱

Wish we would have shipwrecked longer!

Pros: Friendly Dutch owner Sander was present at the hostel frequently and easy to reach via whatsapp when checking in and had great recommendations about the area. Hostel had everything we need (great beds, good wifi, filtered water and a good kitchen). High recommended for anyone stopping by Uvita.

Cons: All was great

Jamie 10/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Great hostel and staff

Pros: I had a great time at Shipwreck Hostel in early January 2025. Had a great time. Staff were great and really helpful. Allowed me to leave my bag overnight. Great place.

Erik 10/10
Netherlands 🇳🇱

Lost at sea? Go to shipwrecked

Pros: The place is easy to reach since it's near a bigger road. The dorms have AC and the WiFi seemed stable (14Mbps down). Staff is friendly and the whole building is super awesome. The \

Thomas 8/10
Germany 🇩🇪

Pros: The dorm capsules are very nice. Chillout deck and trees around are also very nice. Thr location is in the middle of everything.

Cons: The location is far away from everything. Kitchen is kinda small or at least tight shaped. Shower/toilet doors are annoying! A/C in the dorm but only cold shower ... ?!

Kimberley 9/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Great hostel, comfy beds, good kitchen

Pros: The social areas were great and the pod style beds were spacious and comfortable. The volunteers were so friendly and helpful, especially Peri. The communal kitchen was well stocked and there was good atmosphere in the whole place. Location was a nice walk in between the bus station and the beach.

Cons: Very steep driveway leading up to the property which was a bit tricky in the rain with heavy backpacks but I didn't fall up or down it and I'm quite clumsy so it's definitely doable

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