Capsule Pupa House

Hotels
9 (30 reviews)
Calle Cerritos , Tamarindo , cr

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shuttle service (additional charge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean facilities
Great location
Unique amenities
Good value
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Non-opening windows in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
9.21
Overall positive feedback on cleanliness with references to well-maintained facilities and rooms.
Service
9.68
Consistently praised staff service with mentions of friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.22
Great location mentioned multiple times, with proximity to scenic views and local attractions.
Room Quality
8.67
Positive sentiments about room comfort, although some concerns about non-opening windows.
Amenities
8.7
Positive mentions of unique amenities like butterfly garden and rooftop views, with minor criticisms.
Value for Money
9.16
Good value highlighted in several reviews, especially for the quality of service and facilities.
Food and Beverage
8.21
Breakfast was sufficient but basic; some desire for more variety.
Overall Experience
9.18
General sentiment leans positively with multiple mentions of return visits and recommendations.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 21:09

Property Description

Convenient Location
Modern Amenities
Delicious Breakfast Options

Experience comfort and convenience at Pupa House, just 1.1 km from stunning Tamarindo Beach. Each room features air conditioning and a private bathroom for your relaxation. Start your day with a delicious breakfast including à la carte, continental, and American options. Take advantage of the sun terrace to soak up the tropical vibes. Plus, enjoy free WiFi and the option for a paid airport shuttle service. With Langosta Beach just 2.4 km away and Tamarindo Airport 4 km away, Pupa House is the perfect choice for your next beach getaway. Book now and make unforgettable memories!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 30 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.21
Service: 9.68
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 9.16
Food and Beverage: 8.21
Overall Experience: 9.18
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Gerald solo_traveller us
9
2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Jimmy Leandro extended_group cr
3
Tu Far Away of The Beach
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Every day, the water go away and you cannot brush your teeth 🤦🏻

2026-02-01 via Nuitee
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Trine solo_traveller dk
8
2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Sarah solo_traveller nl
10
Pros:

Het hostel zag er nieuw uit. Alles was schoon en netjes en leuk ingedeeld, personeel heeft mij geweldig geholpen met al mijn vragen en het plannen van mijn volgende bestemming.

Cons:

Het ligt iets verder van het strand. Je moet een heuveltje oplopen.

2026-01-17 via Nuitee
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Ivo solo_traveller pt
10
Good location , amazing very helpful staff
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-14 via Nuitee
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Shannon solo_traveller ca
3
Pros:

The concept

Cons:

My specific capsule smelt like moth balls and body odour, resulting in me having to find other accommodations as the smell was unbearable. Additionally, from inside the capsule with the door closed I could clearly hear all conversations and movement. Was supposed to stay 3 nights and left my first night.

2026-01-12 via Nuitee
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Diane solo_traveller ca
8
Excellent for me - a single female traveller that just needed a safe, clean bed/shower. The staff are very friendly
Pros:

My pod was pristine inside. I didn’t spend much time there except for sleeping/showering but there is a pool and it always appeared clean. Facilities are simple but clean and sufficient.

Cons:

There is a big hill on the road leading to Pupa House. It was fine for me but for those with mobility issues (or worn knees!) it could be challenging.

2026-01-11 via Nuitee
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Isaura couple cr
9
2026-01-07 via Nuitee
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Diego ricardo solo_traveller pa
6
Normal le faltan alginas Cosas
Pros:

El staff accesible

Cons:

El Processing de. Checkin fue muytardado y nunca me respondieren los Mensajes. Tampoco hat tomacorrientes. Lo cual me parece Basico.

2026-01-07 via Nuitee
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Joice solo_traveller br
7
Cons:

1 - It would be good to have a note for guests to do not set the AC to a temperature higher than 24°C and to do not hide the control inside their pod. Once, we arrived at the room and the AC was set to 28°C and the control was hidden (it magically appeared the next day).
2 - One day we run out of water and I message the hostel through WhatsApp to get to know what was going on. I've never had a response through WhatsApp. The security guy just said that it was a problem of the whole Tamarindo. However, we hung out with people who were staying at other places in Tamarindo and they said that the water was normal. I think it was disrespectful to do not have aswered my message, explaining better what was going on exactly.
3 - The sink area needs a shelf to put your stuff while you are, for example, brushing your teeth. The shower area needs more hooks to hang your clothes while you are taking a shower.
4 - A full body mirror would be nice. There was none.

2026-01-07 via Nuitee
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HERIBERTO solo_traveller mx
10
Pros:

Son muy amables y siempre prestan buena atención. ¡Te relajas en la alberca y siempre resuelven tus dudas. Lo recomiendo ampliamente.

Cons:

Jajajaja, los conectores sólo están en las cápsulas, pero igual podías ir a pedir que te cargarán el celular en la entrada.

2026-01-04 via Nuitee
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Emanuel Carvajal solo_traveller cr
8
Pros:

On the positive side, I would especially like to highlight the receptionist. She was a very kind person, always with a smile and very helpful. From the first moment, she made me feel at home with her warm and welcoming attitude, which really made a difference during my stay.

Cons:

As for what could be improved, the parking situation might be a downside for some guests. The place does not have its own parking, so you need to park on the street. It was not a major issue, but it is something to keep in mind.

2026-01-04 via Nuitee
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Elodie solo_traveller fr
7
Pros:

Bon emplacement proche du mirador de Tamarindo parfait pour admirer la vue d’en haut lors du levers et coucher de soleil
Night market tous les jeudis soir à deux pas
Mignon butterfly garden dans l’hostel
La petite piscine est un plus et les rooftops très agréables

Cons:

Il fait très frais dans les dortoirs

2026-01-02 via Nuitee
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Moritz couple de
7
Pros:

Friendly staff with a nice view from roof terrace where you can relax or have breakfast.

Cons:

There are no windows that you can open in the rooms so you are forced to sleep with the A/C turned on.

2026-01-02 via Nuitee
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Sebastian solo_traveller cr
9
Great place for the value. Wonderful staff service.
Pros:

The highlight is definitely the staff, they all are very warm and helpful. The facilities are in good shape and it’s very clean.
The butterfly garden is a must do.

2026-01-01 via Nuitee
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Gerald solo_traveller cr
10
Excelente lugar para alojarse en Tamarindo!
Pros:

Lugar seguro y cerca del centro de Tamarindo! Muy aseado!

Cons:

Todo bien!

2025-12-29 via Nuitee
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Esteban solo_traveller cr
10
Bonita experiencia
Pros:

Un concepto muy interesante y novedoso, personal súper amable y atento, el lugar limpio, el desayuno incluído en el precio era un poco básico pero estaba muy bueno y fue suficiente para mí. Habitación, baños y cápsula perfectamente limpias, todos los botones, luces y sensores para abrir la cápsula, cabina y lockers sirven bien, la cápsula es más cómoda y bonita de lo que parece. Sin duda volvería y lo recomiendo. Gracias a todo el personal por su excelente atención.

Cons:

El desayuno podía incluir algo más , era solamente pinto, huevo revuelto y plátano maduro. Pero estaba muy bien de sabor.

2025-09-08 via Nuitee
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Griffin solo_traveller ca
10
I’ve kept coming back multiple times on my 3 month trip here in CR
Pros:

Clean and secure with amazing staff

2025-08-06 via Nuitee
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Griffin solo_traveller ca
10
Stayed overnight and got there late but the staff had no issues with me checking in late and were very accomodating :)
Pros:

The pod was comfy and the staff is awesome :)

2025-07-16 via Nuitee
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Griffin solo_traveller ca
10
My stay was awesome, but the staff members that I got to see every day made my stay feel much more personable. I truly f
Pros:

Clean, secure, and organized with an amazing view from the roof. Fantastic breakfast and amazing staff that made me feel at home while on my first solo trip. Close to the night market, an awesome view point on the hill and a short walk to the beach!

2025-07-04 via Nuitee