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Don Jon's Hostel and Restaurante

150 meters north from soccer plaza, Santa Teresa 1, Costa Rica
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Salt Lake City, Utah
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Our original plan was to stay for two nights at Don Jons while passing through the area, wind up staying 5 because we were enjoying our stay that much! Jon Pacheco the owner went out of his way to make sure me and my family had everything we needed and was a great concierge of sorts! His staff was excellent... More

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Lexington, Kentucky
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

I went to Santa Theresa for the first time in Feb and had no idea what to expect... aside from great beaches! My 2 friends and I stayed at Don Jon's and were blown away by the customer service, clean rooms and food. We even got to switch rooms when we realized we wanted to be higher up in the... More

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

This is a cool lil place with really good value for your buck. Dorms have aircon a fridge and the beds are above average. The people running this place are friendly and helpful. The security guard at night, on the other hand, was a huge downer and I'm pretty sure he stole someone's wallet while I was staying there. I... More

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Ma
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

I can't say enough positive things about Don Jon's. It was perfect. Extremely clean, great atmosphere, the room we stayed in (bungalow in a tree house type of architecture) was immaculate, beautiful wood, mini fridge so you could buy your own drinks and food from the local supermarket (which is only about a 1 minute walk from the hostel). And... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

Loved staying here. The staff was so friendly and easy going. We stayed in the dorm which worked perfectly for us. Out of 8 beds, only two others were being used so it wasn't overcrowded. There was a decent bathroom/shower in the room which served all of our needs.They helped direct us to the beach (super close), find good food... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013 via mobile

We stayed in the wooden hut. The hamacks are a big plus. Such as the wooden infrastructure. We even saw some monkeys in the trees above. What a sight! Further the rooms where clean an inspiring because of the wooden interior. The only negative thing about it is that they only had a fan, no a/c. So we had a... More

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Umea, Sweden
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2013

Truely living up to his slogan. Not expecsive at all, you meet lot's of funny people and the owner is the coolest guy in costa rica! Close to the beach and everything you need aswell. Even if I were there in low season, the people are hanging at Don Jon's. And if you like to surf you'll have lots of... More

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santa teresa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

don jons what a nice place, great vibe!! the staff is amazing friendly people always with a huge smile and desire to help u in whatever way. the food mmmmmmm.... try the burritos theres none in town better than this!!! incredible! nice cozy rooms and super safe, close to the waves 5min walk and restaurants, supermarket too.... highly recommended!!! pura... More

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San Jose, Costa Rica
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2013

We stayed in the A/C 8-bed dorm of Don Jon's and can only recommend it. The rooms were clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. Only the bathroom was a bit small. But this is compensated by the very nice atmosphere and good rates, even at crazy New Year times.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2012

don jons the man had an awsome christmas there cooked up some fish and made a punch and really felt like a family... bueno onda(good vibe) would deffintatly stay there again. he has it all from dorms to private rooms to really cool buildings up the back of the propety with rooms and a top deck laid out with hammocks... More

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Additional Information about Don Jon's Hostel and Restaurante

Also Known As:
Don Jon`s Hostel And Restaurante Hotel Santa Teresa
Don Jon`s Hostel And Restaurante Hotel
Don Jon's Hostel And Restaurante Costa Rica/Santa Teresa
Address: 150 meters north from soccer plaza, Santa Teresa 1, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Santa Teresa
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #7 of 28 B&Bs / Inns in Santa Teresa
Price Range: £
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Don Jon*s has a variety of accomodations, great restaurante, and is conviniently located. Dorm rooms for backpackers, modern apartments with AC for groups, and rustic cabins with private rooms all made from teak wood and very one of a kind. A restaurante serving the freshest fish tacos, burritos, sandwiches and salads all ways, always. Only 100 meters walk to Santa Teresa beach with consistent surf year round and in the center of the village near markets, reataurantes, and soccer plaza. A family run establishment where the service is personalized and with gusto. See you soon! Pura Vida! ... more   less 

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