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Rocking J's

Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica
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New Orleans, Louisiana
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

If you're a young aspiring artist or musician, and you don't mind "Roughing it", then this is the place for you! ART is everywhere! Hammocks are everywhere! The Restaurant on premises offers some local dishes w/ a Panamanian twist! The fresh Sea Bass w/ rice, veggies and a big ol' piece of grilled pineapple was awesome! MOST of the patrons... More

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Perth, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

We stayed here in the 2nd week of May and when we arrived it was very quiet. It picked up a lot on the Friday and Saturday night and we had a good time with the people that were there around the bonfire and drinking on the beach, playing beer pong etc. I can only imagine that when the hostel... More

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San José, San Jose, Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

First thing's first - this place is for young travelers only. I wouldn't go there for the amenities if that's what you're into. But I've been there twice and had so much fun both times. It's seriously a party every night all night long, so if you're gonna be bothered by noise then just stay somewhere else and don't complain!... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013 via mobile

After checking in and wandering the town looking at other hostels, it was clear rocking j's is by far the worst. Dirty, smelly rooms, lumpy pillows and no mosquito nets. The staff were rude and unhelpful. There are loads of other far better hostels a stones throw away, so avoid at all costs!

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

We went on a friend's recommendation – big mistake. Yes, the mosaics and paintings are great, but that's about it. The whole place was filthy, even though it was almost empty when we stayed there (the only good thing about our stay, since it was quiet at night and we didn't have to queue for showers – can't imagine how... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Staff are very rude & the places is kinda shabby. If you want to get any sleep at all this is not the place for you. Didn't really like the whole vibe of the place & everyone is packed in everywhere like cattle.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

So upon reading these reviews I found a lot of the negative ones to be completely unfounded. J the owner is an awesome guy who does make you feel right at home, if you aren't a complete wimp and can say Hi to someone. He is not going to kiss your butt and shouldn’t have to. With regards to the... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

I stayed in the pimp suite the sheets were dirty the room it's self was alright the place is right on the beach . It is what it is puerto veijo is just shacks on the beach I am sure if you will stay here you will have a good time just don't expect much

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

I found that the private rooms were over priced at $26 since they were extremely small and disgustingly hot and dirty. As were the private rooms with a bathroom way over priced at $60 and $70 and got unbearably hot during the day. I would recommend this place to people who are going to sleep in a tent or hammock... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013 via mobile

I stayed in a tent for $8 a night, there's a mattress inside with sheets. I liked it as you have a bit more privacy than a dorm bed. It was pretty quiet when I was there so no problems with toilets/shower access, I also found them to be clean. Good kitchen but they have to find a way of... More

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Also Known As:
Rocking j`s Hotel Puerto Viejo
Rocking j`s Hotel
Rocking J's Costa Rica/Limon
Address: Puerto Viejo, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Limon > Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
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Ranked #42 of 57 Speciality lodging in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

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