I highly recommend this restaurant! Staff: Incredible! Anything we needed or requested was provided immediately with sincerity and a huge smile. Atmosphere: Beautiful! We sat in the front of the restaurant and over looked the beach. If you’re lucky you may see the local resident sloth walk by. Food: Great! I had the Snapper, fresh and grilled. It was delicious. Dessert was the banana in a box- so good and perfect for a finishing touch Beverage: Happy Hour! Till 6pm and the drinks were tasty and beautifully decorated. Thank you to Chris and all the staff you made our Tuesday night amazing! See you next time. 🤗

Definitely dress to impress for KOKi this restaurant was definitely on my list for a fancy dinner. Great for date night or for family dinner celebrations. Reservations are recommended it does get busier past 7:30pm you may be able to get a spot if it is not busy but every time we drove past it was the restaurant to go to. Food was amazing and tropical drinks were 10/10. Location was in a busy intersection trying to get to the next beach but you get the view of the beach and vendors across.

Loved our anniversary dinner here! It felt so special- our server Andres was a huge part of that! Beautiful setting and delicious food with an excellent presentation. Ambiance is great. Next time I wouldn’t sit as close to the road (it’s noisy) but great sunset view! We had a shrimp dish and a steak dish that were both packed with flavor! Would love to come again!

Food was excellent, my friend and I got the garlic lobster and the grilled octopus and the spring rolls as well as the passion fruit crème brûlée. All were great but the octopus in particular was grilled to perfection, crispy skin and tender meat 🤤. Our server andres was incredible and super friendly

The food was delicious, especially the meat which was perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. The restaurant itself has a great atmosphere and stylish decor. Special thanks to our waiter Andrés, he was very friendly and provided excellent service. Highly recommended!

I had an amazing experience at this beachfront restaurant! The view alone is worth the visit — waves crashing just a few steps away, a perfect sunset, and a relaxing ocean breeze. The atmosphere was calm yet lively, and everything from the décor to the music fit the coastal vibe perfectly. But what really made the night unforgettable was our waiter, Fabio. He went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. His recommendations were spot on — especially the surf & turf platter and the mezcalita . Fabio was friendly, professional, and had this genuine warmth that made us feel truly welcome. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every bite tasted like the ocean in the best possible way. If you’re looking for a place with great food, stunning views, and exceptional service, this is it. Huge thanks to Fabio and the entire team for such a perfect evening — can’t wait to come back!

This place was highly recommended by the locals, and it didn't disappoint. The staff was super friendly and helpful as well as professional. We had tuna steak and grilled octopus which was delicious and for dessert we had caramelized banana with vanilla ice cream which was out of this world. For drinks we had cocktails. The restaurant offers a nice view but you will struggle with the parking. We paid around USD 75 per person which is a bit on the higher end when compared to similar places. Nevertheless, I would recommend it!

Place was packed when I arrived in the morning, and the good reviews got my hopes up. Food was not bad, but it was nothing special either. For the price I had more decent breakfast at other places around. The Hot chocolate was tasty and I also wanted to try the hyped up brownies. They were not outstanding, but still tasty. 20$ for breakfast, 3 stars for price VS quality.

We loved the place and would come back several times if we had more time in Puerto Viejo. It's a great spot for either breakfast, lunch or cake/ coffee. We had the potatoes with bbq sauce and the sauce was so great - it had small pieces of vegetables in it and was the best bbq sauce we had eaten so far. We also got the gluten free chocolate cake (queen of Sheba) which was incredible! The iced cappuccino tasted great too eben though it was different than expected (they put the milk, ice and coffee in a blender so that it looks like a smoothie). It comes with cinnamon which was great for us since we like that. The card indicates what is gluten free and what is not. They have two different chocolate cakes that are gluten free and also a cookie for take away. Big recommendation!

My husband and I came here and we loved it. We got the scrambled egg plate with potatoes and got a bagel with Chipotle cream cheese and was amazing but forgot a picture. Highly recommend and very nice and friendly. Iced cappuccino was just ok but I like super strong coffee. French toast was great also and very fresh.

We stumbled across this restaurant while looking for breakfast near puerto viejo. What a great place to eat! Kids all tried smoothies, pancakes and French toast, while adults had a breakfast sandwich and some eggs, potatoes and fruit. Enjoyed everything and grabbed some chocolate and treats to go after.

Wow - delicious! I had a coffee, ice cream float. The locally-made vanilla ice cream would have been wonderful just by itself, but with the coffee and caramel drizzle it was super-wonderful 🤩 And my mocha cheesecake was equally delish 😋 The service was great and the staff super friendly.

Lovely, super calm. The food is actually so good I got the everything mixed bagel and I’ve never had a bagel so good. The coconut pie was actually so good I could cry. Go eat there

I've been to Puerto Viejo three times in the past decade and every time this has been my favorite place to grab a drink and a snack, and to have breakfast. They have AMAZING gluten free options - the cookie was my favorite but I also had the vegan gluten free chocolate cake which was also delicious. They make amazing fresh, pure, proper hot cacao and my fiance loved the coffee (especially lattes). Their food is fresh, made in house, and mostly organic - what more could you want?! The eating area is cozy and comfortable. I highly recommend this place if you are in Puerto Viejo!!

It was really nice. The beach was clean, and the waves were large. Very blue water. The little town had all sorts of cute shops and funky stalls with artists, jewelry makers and restaurants. Love Puerto Viejo!

Maybe on weekdays it's nice if there's no people. On weekends it's crowded and there's not much space, the beach itself is super small and narrow. Only if you go to the woods there will be less people. Also waves don't allow to swim much. I probably won't return here.

The vibe in Puerto Viejo is so chill anf the black sand beach runs for miles. Puerto Viejo is for the lazy-day adventurer and for those that want to spend the whole day at th beach doing nothing. Calmer water, shallow beaches (in spots) for the little ones. You might come across the occasional coconut salesperson wondering by too. I loved it here so much that I came back after a visit to Limon in between. Rented a bike for the week (18,000 colones / $35.57) and rode down to Cocles, did my store shopping, or just moseyed along. See my other reviews on local spots to frequent.

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca is a small town on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. It's very popular with tourists. There are more beautiful places close to this town such as Punta Uva, Gandoca Manzanillo Refuge and National Park Cahuita. I think this is a party town just like Jaco Beach on the Pacific coast of the country. This is nice as well.

Nice beach for snorkeling around the coral reef. More of a place to bathe rather than swim because of the reef.

Water was lovely and warm. Options to hire Mopeds, bikes , quad bikes. Ideal end of a tour

Serene and beautiful, if you walk a bit futher into the woods you'll discover less attended places with practically no people around.

This is a really fun beach! Tons of action!! Great waves, restaurants directly on the beach, a gym on the beach, volleyball courts, beautiful sunset, lots of young people…..my young adults kids did not want to leave! 😆 Also nice was the large number of life guards present which made us feel safe because the ocean here is pretty rough. This is an absolute beach to go to. 😎

Amazing beach, one of my favorites! Good vibes, nice sea and water. Felt safe and I had some good swims. Also a nice walk from the city

Small surf at this beach or at the time of our visit. Only a few people out surfing. Life guards were present and kept people where they needed to be for safety. This is a big wide open beach with lots of space to spread out and not be on top of other people. Not a lot of shade as there is at many other nearby beaches. Bringing an umbrella or canopy would be an option for helping get out of the direct sunlight.

Beautiful beach with many bar options. The weekends on vacation could be very crowded with lots of loud music. For people who likes peaceful places like me It could be a nightmare. For the ones who like lot of people and nightlife, It is perfect.

Beautiful beach with relaxed vibe and pretty wild and unspoiled sorroundings. If you have a chance, get a walk to the nearby little jungle, there’s a couple of great viewpoints as well the possibility to spot wildlife!

Very long and beautiful beach with easy access to parking and nearby vendors. Might have been just the day we visited but the waves and current were too strong to swim in (even a couple of feet in) and the beach doesn’t offer any shade anywhere close to the water so we ended up leaving and going to another beach with calmer waters for swimming.

Beautiful but BE CAREFUL! Many people drown here every year. We didn’t even intend to go in past our knees but got swept out by the current and would have drown had a surfer not saved our lives.

This place really serves huge burgers and I love that they have plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. I ordered the senia burger and almost couldn’t finish. The fries we shared and those were also super delish. Burger itself really tasted homemade and fresh. Recommended! Just don’t order the pineapple burger cause from what I’ve read here that’s apparently not really a burger.

Food was delicious. I had the fajita chicken burger which was amazing, friends had veggie options that they enjoyed equally as much. Low season so not many customers/activity to score higher on the atmosphere front, but worth a visit to any time of year. Could pay cash or card and they had wifi.

All around amazing experience. The owner is so nice and attentive. The drinks were refreshing, and the burgers were amazing. We had the dude beef burger and the beach break tuna burger; plus a marg, caipirinha, and mojito. The burgers were delicious, cooked perfect to order, and the ingredients complemented each other so well. The drinks were super refreshing. We were even talking about coming the next night to try different burgers. Thank you soulsurfer! Great experience

Stopped in based on reviews. We were not disappointed. Prices are higher than what we topically pay but the food was well worth it. The service is exceptional. The only things is that it was raining cats and dogs and the whole restaurant got wet. There was a very limited "indoor" that provided some shelter but not completely.

Great burgers, fast and friendly service, delicious fries!

Food was amazing! I'm a vegetarian so I was skeptical when my wife told me this place was a must see. They have an entire vegetarian section for burgers that are just as good, if not better, than the real thing. If you're in town, be sure to stop by! This place is worth all of it's 5 stars.

Withouth a doubt one of the best hamburgers I had, And yes I am constantly looking for new hamburgers place everywhere I go in Costa Rica... There's a lot of proposals that are for good, out of the usual within their menu, if you like blue cheese (not everyone does) order the backlash and you won't regret it. I had such a happy meal at their place I want to go back whenever I go to Perto Viejo again.

My fiance & I both had stomach issues after eatting here. My fiance sent his food back. The owner (who was sitting right outside) didn't even come to the table. The live music was nice until a few people arrived to stand right in front of us & drank only water. There was a guy who was wearing only shorts & boots who was quite dirty looking that was loud, spewed profanity & kept coming/going to & from the kitchen area. Cool little place, so I was disappointed that the food didn't measure up.

Very friendly bar with a great atmosphere. Live music (Friday) was the best we have seen so far this trip. Good service and delicious food 😋 It's definitely worth a visit if Good food n live music is your thing 👌

Stopped in with my family a little before 12 but they let us in even though they weren’t open yet. I ordered the chifrito and the pork in it had the BEST flavor I have ever had. It was so good. My son got the Caribbean shepherds pie and the rest of the family ordered burgers. All delicious. Fries were nice and crispy.

Absolutely loved our experience at Green Jaguar! The food was amazing — we had the mac and cheese, jungle burger, and fries, and everything was incredibly delicious and cooked perfectly. The drinks were just as impressive — fun, fruity, and super refreshing. The atmosphere was lively and fun, with a cool jungle vibe that made the whole experience even better. Service was friendly and fast — our food came out quickly, and everyone we interacted with was welcoming and upbeat. Can’t wait to come back — this place is a new favorite!

HIGHLY Recommend!! I go here weekly with friends. Great happy hours. Chill vibes. The drinks are delicious: my favorite drinks are the dragon fruit daiquiri with rum and the spicy margarita on the rocks. They have excellent service even when it’s busy. : I’ve never had a bad meal there. favorite dishes are the chicken parmigiana, the crispy chicken sandwich with cheese fries on the side, the shrimp mac and cheese, and the lamb burger. They also have an amazing co-working space upstairs with a back up generator if the power goes out. If you enjoy live music with a soulful and sultry vibe you will enjoy Anjé singing at Green Jaguar. The ambience is perfect. Anjé can SING, performing soulful covers that captures the audience. I hope this is a weekly performance we can all look forward to. I had the pleasure of listening to Anjé perform this past Friday night and Claudio holding it down on keyboard..As always the food, drinks, and service at Green Jaguar is stellar.

I can say this is the best place to visit in PV. I loved all of it. Music, food and people are perfect!

We visited them twice on our trip to Costa Rica and loved them!!! The food is exceptional, the drinks are yummy and the service was great! Awesome place!

This restaurant offers an absolutely impeccable ambiance—dining with your feet in the sand under the stars is a truly special experience. The atmosphere is both relaxed and charming, making it the perfect spot for a memorable meal. The food is outstanding, with Italian-quality pizza that rivals anything you’d find in Italy. Every dish we’ve tried has been delicious, fresh, and made with care. The prices are very reasonable for the quality, making it an incredible value. The staff is warm, friendly, and attentive, ensuring a great dining experience from start to finish. If you’re looking for a perfect combination of great food, stunning setting, and excellent service, this is the place to be!

TAKE ME BACK!!!! BEST PIZZA EVER TO ENTER MY MOUTH YUM YUM YUM I LOVE THIS PLACE SO MUCH!!! Delicious pizza I’ve never tasted something so simple but so good amazing cheese the crust is crispy and delicious there isn’t pounds of tomato sauce either. The drinks are scary because they truly don’t taste like alcohol so watch yourself !! Justin was our server he was the most attentive server I’ve ever had better than servers in the states. He was so sweet and very helpful when choosing my drink he recommended their house drink amazing drink. He was super friendly and just a good man if you visit tell Justin Ingrid said hiiii😂

We’ve gone twice during our one month stay in puerto Viejo, and we may go back again! It’s delicious and the service is incredible. We went with our three month old baby and sat right on the beach both times. They made me a nonalcoholic Piña colada that was divine. The salmon tartar was one of the highlights. Beautiful place!

Felt the service could improve a bit (be more attentive), but highly recommend this place A+ ambience in the back on the beach, thin crust pizza was high quality with a ver solid malbec Solo (as I am) or for a group, ideal place for a pleasant evening to wind down

The food, the service and the atmosphere were so great that we even went to have dinner there again on our last night in Puerto Viejo. Definitely the best food in town with a stunning view. Saludos desde Bulgaria 😊

Very large Italian/pizzeria located on the beach. We were seated literally just feet from the waves and water. Amazing views, although it was dark. They have many lights for seeing inside the dining area. The calming sound of the crashing waves, make for a wonderful dinner experience. The wait staff are very friendly and offer assistance both in Spanish and English for those that struggle with their language. Everyone on their staff went out of their way to help us decide on our menu choices. The food was very tasty and added a unique option for ravioli. Most of us ordered the tropical ravioli in a butter/curry sauce with shrimp pineapple and avocado. This was such a good dish! Drinks were made very fancy with great decorative touches. The food came to the table quickly. Soon after we were eating, we heard a commotion from other guests that were pointing above us. About 10 feet directly above us was a sloth 🦥. He began to move and we all were able to see it moving up the tree. This was an amazing experience! I highly recommend this restaurant for everything! Just an awesome evening!

Easily some of the best pizzas I've ate in my entire life! The staff is really nice, the spot is just unbelieble by the beach. We got to see monkeys in the trees right in front of the beach too. The only negative I could think of, is that everything is pretty expensive if your on a budget. Each pizza was like 15 000 colones, but it was worth it!

An Experience! Great wine selection, and delicious food. An Italian experience nestled in the Caribbean. Wonderful and attentive staff, and an interactive chef. A great way to spend 2 to 4 hours for a dinner experience!

This is one of the most beautiful/ fancy place I’ve ever been too the location is beautiful and clean. The chief came to take our order he was an absolute pleasure nice man recommend us some dishes which were delicious pasta 😋. They start you off with a bread and I wanna say this avocado paste AMAZING I’m not a avocado fan but it was so good with the bread. Then they gave us soup AGAIN AMAZING SOUP a taste I never tasted but so good. We then got a main dish I got meat ravioli AMAZING very unique flavor but 10/10 raviolis. They then gave us a little thing of ice cream dark chocolate I’m not a big fan of dark chocolate I surprisingly licked the cup clean 😂. Lastly they gave us a tea to help the food go down DELICIOUS I love tea and this was one of favorite ones I definitely recommend couples and family’s to come there amazing service pricing is definitely more than reasonable for the service and what you get

This place is the best Italian restaurant I've been in Costa Rica, and can say with confidence the best restaurant I've been to in Costa Rica. The service , and the ambiance of the place made me feel like I was in Hollywood. I will recommend this to anyone for a bday or anniversary for sure. The owner is very friendly and proud of his word.

Super-filled, delicious food, the wine at the perfect temperature, and the service was personalized and warm. 100% recommended, you won't regret it!

The food was really great! Would recommend if you have the money and like to eat italian.

This restaurant deserves a Michelin star! My boyfriend and I are from NYC and the Italian food here in la pecora nera was better than most nyc restaurants! Every part of the meal had so much care and detail. The food was incredible, perfectly cooked with quality fresh Ingredients. The ambience was intimate but also made you feel like you were eating at a home table in Tuscany. Can’t speak highly enough! Shout out to our waiter from Argentina too- so helpful, thoughtful and kind! Can’t wait to go back!

Who would expect to discover an avant-garde theaterscape hidden around the yaw of an anonymous alley across from Playa Cocles, where superb Tuscan fare is expertly served by well-heeled staff? Not me but here I am. Feel free to dine for hours across a balanced menu of traditional Italian cuisine made from quality ingredients with an emphasis on wonderful carbs. Break the bank on a few bottles of wine or go thrifty and still leave satisfied. Must be seen to be believed. Thank you, Ilario for this unexpected departure from the ordinary world.

I was there visiting the town and found Salsa Brava and stayed. The drinks all the stuff and the management are amazing. Beautiful food full of flavours. Absolute amazing dining room set on the beach looking out to sea. All the cocktails 🍹 you want and more. Awesome range of beers and drinks. And amazing cocktails 🍹. All the stuff are so beautiful and happy to help with anything. Cheers to all you mob for making a funny holiday. 🍻🍻🍻

Best place at the beach in Puerto Vijejo. I was looking for a place at the beach. Nice atmosphere and good music (not loud and annoying). I had awesome sundowner, a very good Aperol Spritz (given it’s not EU) and DIEGO made me feel very welcome. Highly recommend this place!

The staff here are awesome! We came by for breakfast and coffee one day and Ardie was our waiter. He was fabulous! He made my special request coffee and was happy to talk to us about the local wildlife and culture. We came back our last morning while in the area before they even opened and he recognized us as we walked by. He once again took my special request coffee order. Ardie was happy to give us a few suggestions of local things to do our last day and once again spoke to us about other local wildlife we were interested in. He was very attentive even though I only ordered coffee. We’d ordered eggs our first day here. One of us added avocado and we highly recommend doing so as the order with avocado was excellent. The bread was also very good. Last night, we wanted to walk the beach and the staff invited us right in and said we could take a seat even if we didn’t order anything. We of course ordered dinner on our way back through after a night stroll on the beach. The nachos were excellent. Very different, but so good!

My friend and I have been staying in puerto viejo and this has been our favorite place to be! The vibes are awesome and they play the best music. They have outdoor and indoor seating and with the view of the ocean. We also saw a sloth on one of their trees just a few feet away.

Calamari was perfect. Tacos were tiny. Drinks were delicous. Service was wonderful. The pollo caribeña was sooo goood. Highly recommended 👌

Place to be in Puerto Viejo! Right in the center, Caribbean Vibes, good food, music and drinks. Since 3 years one of my fav. place to enjoy while day/night. There are pleanty of good events to shake your hips in the nights. Pura vida ;)

The food here is solidly good, and the service is even better, especially Kerlin. He was very attentive to our party's needs, even bringing over an extra chair before I needed to ask for one. Atmosphere is also very tranquil, as the outdoor seating is right by the beach, and they have live music Sunday evenings 16:00-18:00.

I stayed at the hostel for 1 week in July and even though I loved my experience because I felt safe and I liked the group activities, I wanted to mention that the receptionist ruined my trip a bit. She was never smiling, spoke very stupidly, I always felt like I was bothering her. I was afraid to go and ask her for information or for a lock with my bike. I find that when you work in customer service, it’s the least you can do to be kind and helpful to others. I could also hear her talking to the volunteer and her tone was very dry. Anyway, I felt really good, it was clean but I think this place should change the receptionist, her name was Vanessa

I loved my stay at La Tribu! By far one of the best experiences i’ve ever had! As a first time solo female traveler I was a bit nervous but I can confidently say I never felt unsafe, all the women are so welcoming and nice, the activities they plan are so cute and fun! The rooms are immaculate and surprisingly private for a shared space! They have restrooms in the main area but also in each dorm that are all kept very clean! The kitchen is very clean and spacious as well! The location is great for people without a car it’s walking distance from everything to food, the beach and shops! They also offer bike rentals for less than $10 a day which came in very handy to ride around to nearby beaches like cocles and punta uva! I would 100% recommend La Tribu to every woman looking for a safe space to travel alone or with friends

Very clean and welcoming hostel! The layout of the hostel is really smart, everything is built around the (very nice) kitchen area and big table so it is really easy to get to know each other. I even extended my stay cause the vibes between staff and the girls is so great and there’s always group activities in the evening!

The hostel is very clean and the staff super friendly & helpful. They do lots of mostly free activities and put lots of love in the place. The yoga place could need a little more love and then would be a nice alternative chill out area during ongoing activities in the main one. At the moment it's not really possible to "escape" the party mood. Still at 10pm the latest it's quiet and you can sleep.

I'll start by saying that I meant to stay here for 4 nights and I stayed two weeks, and I'm not the only one, I think at least 4 of us rearranged our trips to extend. This hostel is special and truly becomes a home for the girls. There's a peace that comes with there being only girls here and the volunteers are incredible. Sam, Hila, Cata, Nadia, and Juliana made my experience incredible, they went above and beyond always always always for everyone here and I can't wait to come back. As for the hostel itself, it's super clean, spacious, safe, and centrally located to get everywhere easily. Cocles is a 10 minute scenic walk away, manzanillo, punta uva, and cahuita are a quick (cheap) bus ride away. If you ever have any questions, the volunteers know literally everything and give the best recs. Highly recommend La Tribu Day, between entry, transport (the bus does not stop close to the waterfall entrances, just trust if you're not local don't wing it) and experience prices for a chocolate tour and facial-- it's a steal (also highly recommend not to go to BriBri alone, from experience). With your Tribu bracelet, you also have access to casa wolaba and la clan hostel areas and activities too, which is nice because they're more party-hostels and I'd loved being able to enjoy that and then come back to a hostel that's always quiet after 10. Towels are a $10 deposit that you get back when you return. Kitchen is well equipped if you like to cook. Pillows are really comfy and bedsheets are soft and clean, but sometimes the room gets cold so if you have an extra blanket I'd bring it. It's a small town, but you never run out of things to explore or do on any budget. As you may have heard, keep some colones in cash-- bus ticket offices only accept cash as well as street vendors.

I loved this place. The vibes were awesome especially around night time when some of the staff rally people to go out with them. My friends stayed in a private room & I stayed in a shared dorm. Wish the AC was a little stronger in the shared dorm but that’s my only complaint if any. I liked that we had access to some of the other hostels as well & there was a pre game there before we all went to the club. It was another opportunity to meet new people. You get a wrist band & there is overnight security & a gate with a code. All the women, staff & residents, were kind & sociable. They reached out to me via what’s app to get an estimate on my arrival. The tribu whatsapp group was nice to get to know the other girls & events in town. This is also an optimal location for going out & going to the beach. If you want to see the other beaches there’s $7 bike rentals or close to transport to get you there. The public Mepe bus drops you off in town if you coming from a different part of CR which is less than a 10 min walk to tribu. I would stay here again!

I went in October and absolutely loved it! I am so happy I decided to stay here, very nice and clean with kind people. So close to the beach as well with lots of great restaurants to walk to!

I had an amazing stay here during my April trip. The breakfast was delicious, rooms were nice/ clean, and the location was very safe and convenient! I was able to walk to most things. Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay as a solo traveler. Thank you Martin & Dominique!

What a lovely B&B Martin and Dominique have! We started our trip in Puerto Viejo and had the best four nights. They paid attention to every detail: from the breakfast that looked (and tasted) delicious to free insect repellent in the room. Both are happy to help with all the tips they have. I would highly recommend this B&B.

The staff here were all very kind and helpful. The breakfasts that they make each day were some of the most delicious food we had while in Costa Rica and was a highlight of our trip! They provide lots of hotel amenities such as an outdoor communal dining area, a saltwater pool and towels, as well as room amenities such as coffee, tea, chocolate, fresh towels, and toiletries. The owner was very communicative during the booking process and the entire stay was very easy. We felt the value was excellent for the cost and would absolutely stay again. Highly recommend!

My partner and I stayed here for a few nights while visiting Puerto Viejo. Martin and Dominique were so kind and so accommodating. The rooms were clean and comfortable, the breakfast was delicious, and they had bikes we were able to rent for just a few dollars a day. With just a few rooms available, this is a quiet and relaxing place to stay. The pool is perfect and the location is central to anywhere you may want to go while visiting. They even let us keep our luggage there for a few hours before taking off to go to La Fortuna. We had a fantastic experience overall and we will be back!

We’ve stayed at Jody’s place several times when in Puerto Viejo. It’s such a beautiful sanctuary a stones throw from town and the beach. Her breakfast is one of the best in town and her rooms are top notch, so comfy and decorated beautifully! The kitchenettes are very well appointed with what you need for cooking meals in your room. Her place is spotless, extremely clean! My favorite is the pool with the waterfall. My husband loves the outdoor shower and bathroom next to the pool, super cute!

My best friend & I do a yearly trip together & this year we decided on Costa Rica! We did a lot of research on hostels & hotels in the Puerto Viejo area & when we came across Jody’s Sueno Grande Bed & Breakfast we just knew we had to book our stay there. From the moment we arrived (which was pretty late in the evening, after 7pm) we felt at home. The staff was very welcoming, friendly, & informative. We did the poolside room & it was so cute! Plenty of space for both of our luggage, pretty large bathroom with full sized bottles of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, & hand soap. A fun hanging chair that was the perfect spot for snapping cute photos, robes, a safe. They even had local bug spray & reef safe sunscreen for use, & a bar of locally made chocolate. We originally added on breakfast for our first morning there, but ended up doing it again for our last morning because it was incredible. We sat & had wonderful conversations with the assistant manager while she prepared our breakfast - she gave us a lot of great recommendations & just was fun to get to know her! Jody, the owner, was so great at communicating. Answered a lot of my questions over email, helped book our shuttle for SJO to the b&b. I could go on! I would give them more than 5 stars if I could. If I ever find myself in PV again in the future Sueno Grande will be the first place I reach out to to book my stay. Highly recommend! Pura vida to Jody & her amazing staff!

Puerto Viejo has so much to offer and Sueno Grande does not disappoint. This was our second trip Puerto Viejo and we wouldn’t think to stay anywhere else. Jody is an exceptional host and will immediately make you feel at home. You’ll enjoy breakfast in bed each morning that is made up of something a little different each day but always equally delicious. The pool is always just right and the perfect way to cool off after a day around town/at the beach. The rooms are beyond accommodating, they are absolutely luxurious. My husband and I have now stayed in two and they were well equipped and then some. You’ll enjoy quiet and efficient AC, fresh and plush linens, and don’t even get me started on the bathrooms! The showers are incredible and filled with locally sourced soaps. I couldn’t say enough amazing things about Jody! She set up all of our travel accommodations and made sure to greet us with a smile upon our arrival. She offered great advice about Puerto and amazing recommendations. You can tell she cares about each guest that comes into her oasis. You will feel safe, comfortable, and cared for at Sueno Grande.

Casa Wolaba Hostel Review Casa Wolaba is a vibrant hostel located in the heart of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica. It offers both dormitory and private accommodations, all equipped with air conditioning for comfort. Guests can enjoy a spacious communal kitchen, a cozy lounge area with hammocks, and daily social activities, fostering a friendly and sociable atmosphere. Additionally, guests have access to a swimming pool at the partner hostel, El Clan, just across the street. The hostel's central location is ideal, with easy access to local eateries and the beach. While many guests appreciate the cleanliness and the opportunity to meet fellow travelers, some have noted that the social environment may be more suited to younger guests. Overall, Casa Wolaba provides a lively and enjoyable stay for those looking to experience the vibrant culture of Puerto Viejo. Pro Tips: Bring a padlock for the in-room lockers to secure your belongings. Earplugs might be useful if you're sensitive to noise, as the hostel hosts regular social events. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆

I enjoyed my stay here. The rooms are clean, the vibes are good, the staff is nice and the whole layout makes it easy to meet new people. The location is close enough that you can walk everywhere but still far enough from the center to avoid loud noises. The only complaint I have is that we couldnt put our clothes in the sun to dry after a day of heavy rain because they dont want you to hang your stuff everywhere. I understand why this generally makes sense but imo you can do an exception after a rainy day when everybodys things are wet.

Next time i am in puerto viejo i will be staying here again- it is perfectly located you can walk about 3 mins to the beach and the bars and restaurants. It’s tucked off so it’s not super busy infront which is good for pick ups. I don’t like shared rooms so of course i recommend getting the private- it’s not that much more expensive and it truly changes the whole experience. The workers explained everything perfectly. Pura Vida!

Perfect location in a quiet area but close to the beach. Super spacious room and private bathroom (which has a slightly odd layout where you have to shut the door to be able to get to the shower but it worked for us)! They have activities on every evening (Friday is drinks before a bar crawl so it’s a little louder but they also do movie nights etc so something for everyone)!

We chose this hostel because of its location and resonable price in an expensive area. Beds were pod style, with AC turned on at night, which was so lovely. Rooms were a little cramped for a 6 bed dorm, so we needed to take turns packing up bags with the other roommates. The kitchen was fully fully stocked but again really cramped for how many people were making their own meals so time your cooking differently than everyone else. The staff behind reception were chatty, friendly, and helpful to all of our traveling needs. You can book all the shuttles, bikes, tours, etc. through the hostel, but it will be a few bucks more expensive than doing all the figuring out by yourself. Overall, we loved it here, and the vibe was perfect for chill nights and early bedtimes.

So I was here for one night because I arrived early to Puerto Viejo. I then had to switch hostels to one I had previously booked. Let me tell you I immediately regretted not being able to stay here my whole time in Puerto Viejo. Casa Wolaba is a phenomenal hostel. The staff are so kind. The rooms are great (the dorms are kind of cubicle style so you get privacy in your bed which is always a good thing). And the atmosphere is fantastic. I met so many amazing people here. The place is set up for everyone to meet each other and have a good time. It’s also perfectly located in the main town area. Easy to get around. I’ll put it this way I ended up having to stay at another hostel because I couldn’t cancel that reservation but every and I mean every night I was hanging out at Casa Wolaba.

Personally one of the nicest hostels I stayed in so far. Location is perfect, in town, close to all bars and restaurants and only 5min walk from the beach. You get discount to rent bikes around the corner. The hostel itself is very beautiful and clean and made with a lot of love. The dorms have ac, dormbeds are super comfortable and they all have a curtains for more privacy. Kitchen is also always very clean and has everything you need to cook your meals. The volunteers, workers and owners are extremely friendly and welcoming. I would absolutely recommend staying here :)

Would definitely recommend this place. Got the chilaquiles and they did not disappoint. Definitely had a Mexican flare that is hard to find in Puerto Viejo. My wife got the special: Elvis Breakfast Sandwich - banana pb bacon French toast sandwich. She loved it. We also really enjoyed the smoothie and cappuccino. Overall, very good price for what you get and it felt very homey! Would highly recommend. We would go again but they are closed the next two days.

Beautiful concept with book trading shelves that make the place unique. Highly recommend the mocha latte and the toast chicken sandwich, both are delicious! The staff is very friendly as well

Absolutely loved it here!!!! I got the cinnamon french toast. It had a crunchy outside but such a chewy inside, so good! My husband got the enchiladas, it was the special of the day. Also so very good. Flavor was there and good portion. Our waiter was beyond friendly. And the place itself is SO cute. Lots of books and plants and you’re under a canopy of trees. You should definitely go!

Great breakfast!! The banana pancakes were delicious! Very kind staff. We really recommend this place

This is a great place to start your day! The kitchen uses fresh ingredients. I had the Avocado Toast, plantains, along with a fresh papaya juice. My wife enjoyed the everything bagel. We wrapped up with a delightful Cafe Mocha coffee.

They really do have the BEST espresso in PV. I've tried several other local shops and nothing compares to this spot. Owner Lena is super friendly, along with staff. Their iced espresso lattes even have espresso ice cubes in them. So yummy with de Leche coco. Breakfast is fresh & delicious, I got the huevos ranchero. The vibe is casual & peaceful and you may get to see some local wildlife even!

Loved this breakfast spot! The place is very cute and the homemade food amazing as well as the coffee. I would say it is a must for breakfast in Puerto Viejo!

The food was absolutely perfect! We tried the noodle soup plus the Thai green curry and both were absolutely delicious!better than in many places in Asia! The service was perfect! Is one of the only restaurants in town where the owner is at the door willing in a very enthusiastic and professional way to explain the menu in all its details! The menu is full of many vegan and vegetarian options! The atmosphere is cosy and the service is friendly and very fast! The prices are very good! I really recommend to stop by to try this great restaurant!

Hands down one of the best restaurants I have been to. Excellent sushi and food. Fantastic service. The owner was there and could not have been more pleasant and helpful. They are able to recommend best picks based on the freshest fish. Highly highly recommend.

Korean chicken wings were amazing! Had the calamari and sea bass with curry and they were equally delicious.

This was likely our favorite restaurant in Puerto Viejo. The staff were so attentive and polite. The food was excellent! We got the pad Thai tofu which was excellent and the green curry with mahi mahi which was also excellent. We will definitely be back.

This was one of our favorite restaurants during our entire trip to Costa Rica. The food was so good that we came back for dinner again the next night to try other items from the menu, glad we did! Ordered the dynamite shrimp, pork gyozas, shrimp pad Thai, triple color roll, Thai chicken bowl, and Asian sticky pork ribs. Everything was amazing, but the 2 dishes that were superior were the Asian sticky pork ribs and the dynamite shrimp. Beautiful view of the ocean right infront of the restaurant. No parking, but within walking distance from all hotels in PV.

Great Pad Thai with tofu! Recommended for vegetarians or veganists.

A great meal with great service! My brother and I dined here for dinner tonight. The dining area is open air with views to the beach across the street. The menu features Thai, Sushi and mixed Asian cuisine. In addition, they offer some vegan and vegetarian dishes. We ordered the two for one Sangria drink special plus bottled water. We shared an order of the Thai garlic jumbo shrimp in tamarind sauce with rice and vegetables. For desserts we ordered the vegan chocolate mousse and the vanilla cheesecake with passion fruit and chocolate sauce. ALL of the food was delicious! Service was attentive and friendly and the staff spoke English and Spanish. We recommend this restaurant!!

After a long ride from San Jose, we were craving a delicious late lunch in Costa Rica. On our first day in Puerto Viejo, we stumbled upon this hidden gem! It was just a short stroll from our hotel, making it super convenient. The service was impeccable, and the food was absolutely fantastic. We were served generous portions of red snapper with a zesty sauce, beans and rice, and fried plantains.

Lidia's place is very nice. They have very nice staff, especially Orlando. Great guy and nice vibe! I had such great food here. And most of all, Lidia made us feel special by coming out to greet us whilst we were eating. She also told us that we are very welcome to call her mom or auntie. She quoted, "If there is no love, there is no flavor." We were honored to meet her and felt special. The fish I had was a 500-gram red snapper freshly caught from the sea, and it was super good. Pura Vida!

We had an amazing dinner at Lidia's. We had the whole red snapper with green curry sauce and it was incredible - very flavorful but delicate and the sauce did not overwhelm the fish. We also had a slice of chocolate cake which was unlike anything I've had and surpassed all expectations. Lidia came out and chatted with us twice during the meal which was very kind and welcoming. A great experience! You won't find food like this anywhere else in Puerto Viejo.

Seguramente the best place to eat in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca !!! ❤️❤️❤️ Everything is home MADE with Love and authenticity. The service was done with warm heart from the moment we passed the door. 🙏🏻The place is cosy and lovely as such as the owner, Lidia. ☀️ She made us feel home and welcome. The food is generous and delightful just like her. I highly recommend the traditional Caribbean juices “Sorrell”🍹 and ask for the home made banana vinegar & chile 🌶. There are vegetarian 🌱 options

Phenomenal! This is what Caribbean cuisine is all about...very flavorful food! I also enjoyed meeting Ms. Lidia. I will be back!

Really really good! I had the coconut curry shrimps with patacones, rice and beans, and salad and it was amazing. Worth all the good reviews! You can tell it is good made from scratch, and made with love. 🥰 Also, the spicy sauce is really good :)

The best dishes with Caribbean sauce I loved it! Absolutely delicious. We would pass by sometimes too to order some takeout to eat at the beach and the food is packed nicely with recyclable materials.

Delicious bakery that serves a delicious chef dinner on Tuesdays. You can’t miss it! It’s a fantastic culinary experience. Italian recipes, everything is delicious! I stayed 2 weeks and went twice! My complements to the chef!

I stopped by for breakfast before embarking on a beach walk. The service was prompt and excellent, and the breakfast was delicious. I ordered a yogurt parfait with fresh fruit, which was generous and incredibly tasty. I also indulged in a Nutella croissant and an iced moka, which was a delightful combination of ice coffee and chocolate.

I’ve been a few times over the years because I love the pastries! We just popped in to get pastries to go this time, but the breakfasts are delicious as well (although due to the volume of customers the service can be slow, plan to take your time)! We got a pistachio croissant, an almond croissant, a piece of tiramisu, and a cannolo. Everything tasted good, however if you’re familiar with Sicilian cannoli the ones they have are not the same. Also the croissants didn’t have the texture that maybe would be expected with a slight crispy exterior and a lot of flaky layers. These were chewy. But all yummy!

De Gustibus is a great bakery with lackluster coffee. We bought an iced latte and a simple latte, but we were very disappointed by the coffee. It tasted very “burnt” and too darkly roasted. I would look for another coffee shop if you want great coffee. Where they shine though, is with their bakery. We enjoyed a Red velvet brownie which was awesome. We have also had croissants here that are amazing. Overall a great bakery, but I would skip the coffee.

I stayed in Puerto Viejo for three days and I went here are two out of the three days. It was very convenient because it was close to my hotel. The prices are fair and the food is good! On the second day I went because I was tired of Caribbean food, no shade lol! I had all the rice and beans I wanted to eat in three days. The service was pretty good. I would say don’t come in a rush lol! But I noticed that that’s kind of the culture here. I guess that tracks for a beach town. There are some English speaking waitresses. I think it’s best to at least have some basic Spanish phrases in your arsenal when visiting Spanish speaking countries anyway. I got the Huevo rancheros, Fettuccine Allá Bolognese, And I don’t know what that bread thing was the waitress said it came with the Fettuccine… I think. 😅

This place is terrible Beware Do Not Eat Here!! The service is terrible the guy that works in here got mad and made a big deal for me asking for jelly and hot water. I asked for hot water because the silverware was dirty and had mess all over it like it hadn’t been washed. Also, asked for jelly because the sandwich wasn’t good at all. I wanted something totally different and they said they couldn’t make it but the only difference was adding mushrooms but whatever just don’t eat here and get bad service and dry nasty plain food.

Cute local place bit of a tourist hot spot but everything is very good. Great espresso nice place to hang out good atmosphere staff is nice speaks English and Spanish not sure about other languages