Turnkey 28-Room Social Hostel – Jacó’s Favorite Hangout

Prime Hospitality Investment | High-Demand Tourism Corridor

A True Pura Vida Living Experience in the Heart of Jacó

This large-scale boutique hostel delivers the essence of Pura Vida living, blending relaxed coastal energy with vibrant social design. Located a short walk from Jacó Beach on the desirable south end of town, the property features 28 rooms with a maximum capacity of 116 guests, expansive communal spaces, two food & beverage outlets, a large swimming pool with slide, and a fully established surf school.

With 31,000+ sq. ft. of concrete and steel construction across two buildings on approximately ⅓ acre, this is one of the most substantial hostel assets available in the Central Pacific.

Location Highlights

• Steps from the beach and Jacó’s surf-friendly shoreline
• Prime position in the south tourism corridor
• Surrounded by restaurants, nightlife, and retail
• Ideal walkability supporting the Pura Vida lifestyle
• Strong street presence and branding opportunity

Why Jacó Is a Powerhouse Market

Only 1 hour and 15 minutes from San José, Jacó is Costa Rica’s most accessible beach and surf destination, ensuring:

• Reliable year-round tourism
• Strong domestic weekend demand
• Steady international arrivals
• Predictable occupancy performance

Jacó also offers unmatched coastal infrastructure: banks, supermarkets, medical clinics, coworking spaces, gyms, cafés, and abundant entertainment—boosting operational efficiency.

The town’s culture—surf, community, wellness, and ease—drives continuous demand from surfers, backpackers, digital nomads, long-stay travelers, and organized retreats. This hostel is perfectly aligned with these segments thanks to its surf school, social layout, and walkable location.

Key Features

• 28 rooms | Max capacity 116 guests
  • 21 private rooms
  • 7 dorm-style rooms
• Large swimming pool with slide
• Two bar/restaurant areas
• Rooftop terrace
• On-site surf school with rentals & lessons
• Outdoor cinema (~120″)
• Cowork-friendly lounges & social areas
• Guest kitchen + commercial laundry
• Durable concrete & steel construction
• Designed for community-based, Pura Vida living

Investment Highlights

• One of the largest hostels in Jacó’s high-demand tourism corridor
• Multiple revenue streams: accommodations, F&B, surf school, events
• Attractive to surfers, digital nomads, long-stay travelers, and groups
• Strategically located in Costa Rica’s most commercially consistent coastal market
• Capacity of 116 guests enables strong revenue density and operational efficiency
• Ideal asset for lifestyle-hospitality operators seeking to deliver a true Pura Vida experience

Peter’s Reflection

What makes this property exceptional is its scale, layout, and cultural alignment with Jacó’s traveler demographics. With 116 beds, extensive social infrastructure, and a built-in surf school, it represents the modern community-focused hostel model that thrives here.

Very few assets combine this level of construction quality, operational functionality, and lifestyle appeal. It is a rare, turnkey opportunity to own a flagship social hostel in a market defined by surf culture, digital nomads, community travel, and Pura Vida living.

Offering Terms

Asking Price: USD 4,500,000