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Ukinca Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, in the vicinity of Punta Uvita

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Balcony
Front of property - evening/night
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ensuite | Terrace/patio
Lobby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About the neighborhood

Map
Bahia Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504

What's nearby

  • Catarata uvita - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Secret Lau Pool - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Uvita Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 6 min drive - 3.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Scala - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Ukinca Hostel

Hostel near Punta Uvita
Located close to Marino Ballena National Park, Ukinca Hostel provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an area shuttle
  • A computer station, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Ukinca Hostel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, communal kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee daily 7 AM–10 AM: CRC 3500 for adults and CRC 3500 for children
  • 1 bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Full-sized refrigerator
  • Microwave

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

Outdoor space

  • Balcony or patio

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 18 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately CRC 3500 for adults and CRC 3500 for children

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 credit card, debit card, or 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 credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Ukinca Hostel Uvita
Ukinca Uvita
Ukinca Hostel Ballena
Ukinca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ukinca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ballena
Ukinca Hostel Ballena
Ukinca Ballena
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ukinca Hostel Ballena
Ballena Ukinca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ukinca
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ukinca Hostel

Frequently asked questions

Is Ukinca Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, Ukinca Hostel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 lbs per pet.

How much is parking at Ukinca Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ukinca Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ukinca Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Ukinca Hostel located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Punta Uvita and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Marino Ballena National Park. Arco Beach and Pinuela Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Ukinca Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 16 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
two night stay in July 2019
When we arrived, the staff did not seem to know of our booking and we had to show the confirmation email from hotels.com to evidence the booking. Then they showed us to three different rooms, the first two not being at all what we’d booked so we rejected them - the third was closest so by this point we just took the room. Then they weren’t sure how much to charge us so again we had to refer to the confirmation email. None of this was particularly disappointing, but it was a little unnerving to start off our stay. Our room was generally fine, although we did encounter a lot of insects - a large millipede on the floor, a beetle IN one of the beds, lots of ants in the bathroom, and various other flies and insects. The location was ok, given that Uvita is quite a small place - but future guests should be aware that it is a 5-10 minute walk along the edge of a main road (no pavement and no street lights) to the nearest shops/restaurants. We also found it difficult to communicate with staff who spoke little English.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Jon

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Do not book with this hostel!!!!! They make excuses for over booking their rooms then refused to refund the funds!!! My worst hostel experience in Costa Rica!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at U kinca. This hostel is clean! Considerate! Has a wonderful patio to hang in a hammock , work , relax , socialize.. The staff is wonderful and works hard to keep the amenities clean and welcoming for all. Paul went out of his way to help me and other guests through the stressors of travel , which is very much appreciated. 🙏 Would stay again , and would fully reccomend!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Well, your company over booked the hostel and and we were left without a room stranded. Thanks for that. Contact asap.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kubota deal
Great place for relaxing! Clean and comfortable at a great price!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and new
Nice stay. Our room was right next to reception which was a bit noisy, so would recommend to ask for a room at the back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
great place. Very clean, warm showers, great courtyard for relaxing. Easu to find.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice town with market & restaurant close by
All the amenities you need & really enjoy the time spent at U Kinca!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pequeños hostal muy acogedor. Muy limpio, camas muy cómodas. Perfecto para quedarse 1 a 2 días. Recomendo este sitio sin ninguna duda
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Las instalaciones son muy bonitas y el personal administrativo excelente. Super recomendado
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

MARIA LOURDES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy bueno
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super rapport qualité prix; cette hotel va devenir une reference sur Uvita. Seul bémol la route pas loin donc un peu bruyante. Sinon tout neuf, au top !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ukinka excelente opción
La experiencia fue muy buena, el hotel es muy cómodo y muy limpio, el personal amable y atentos a nuestras necesidades. La ubicación es bastante buena ya que todo está cerca.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018