Rio Agujitas EcoFarm Hostel
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- Sustainable hostel in the rainforest a mile from Drake Bay town
- Jungle tours, Corcovado trips and snorkelling outings available
- Part of a property owned by the same family since the 1920s
Ready for a taste of adventure? Rio Agujitas EcoFarm Hostel may be only a mile from the town of Drake Bay, but this Punatrenas site is pretty well buried in the rainforest, offering guests the chance to immerse themselves in this incredible natural environment.
Getting here is part of the experience – you can walk here from the town centre in about half an hour or take a taxi for a few minutes, but either way you’ll still need to walk the final 400 metres and cross two small rivers. They’re not deep, but rainfall can cause them to swell – in extreme cases this can affect reservations, but it’s best to come prepared for an intrepid journey in any case.
Once you’ve arrived you’ll be staying at a sustainable site within a property that’s been developed by the same family since their forebears were among the area’s first settlers in the 1920s. How you choose to set up your jungle stay is up to you – you could sign up for some of the excursions organised by the owners (snorkelling activities and jungle night tours among them) or simply spend your time hanging out in one of the hammocks while gazing out at the greenery all around. There’s free wifi too, so you could squeeze in a bit of remote work and/or social media time as well if you like.
This is a friendly place where you’re likely to meet visitors from all over the world at the colourful social space or while cooking meals in the shared kitchen. Other facilities include toilets, showers and a drying room for any of your kit that gets damp while you’re out and about.
Site type
6
4Open all year
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- The site only allows dogs up to 10kg.
- The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Pitch types & availability
Ready tent
2 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Arrival daysFrom US$16 (US$16) 1 night, 2 adults
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Bunkhouse (shared)
2 people maximum Arrival daysFrom US$25 (US$25) 1 night, 2 adults
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Lodge
2 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Arrival daysFrom US$35 (US$35) 1 night, 2 adults
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Step-free access Dedicated quiet spaceNearby leisure
Fishing nearby Leisure/theme park nearbyLocation
Rio Agujitas EcoFarm Hostel
Drake Bay
Bahia Drake
Puntarenas
Costa Rica
50603
Directions Timezone
America/Costa_Rica Central Standard Time (GMT-06:00)
GPS
8.67723°N
-83.66397°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Probably the best way to get to know this area is to take the tours offered by the hostel – this is a family that grew up here in the rainforest, so they know the place as well as anyone. Jungle tour options include day trips to the Corcovado National Park, twilight tours and night tours to see nocturnal species.
And it’s not just the land that has some interesting wildlife to spot – the hostel is only about a mile from the coast, so you could also sign up for a snorkelling tour, taking you on a boat to Caño Island Reserve in search of turtles, rays, sharks and other marine life. Spend some time chilling on the sands of Playa Colorada when you get back.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Rio Agujitas EcoFarm Hostel have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Rio Agujitas EcoFarm Hostel dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Rio Agujitas EcoFarm Hostel? Probably the best way to get to know this area is to take the tours offered by the hostel – this is a family that grew up here in the rainforest, so … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Rio Agujitas EcoFarm Hostel?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Rio Agujitas EcoFarm Hostel? From £12.04 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.