Very well located hostel, not too far from town and very close to the beach. However, the staff wasn't always easy to locate on property for information/check-in/out. The room itself was fine and clean. The bathroom had a really weird smell (rotten eggs or mold...) The kitchen was quite dirty and the common space were not that clean either. Since... More

The best advantage of the hostel is that it is a 20 minute walk to Jaco in a less touristy area. It is really close to the beach. Also, the beach is less crowded there and cleaner than in town. Very basic rooms that could be cleaned up better. Front balcony and hammock are good. Staff is friendly but not... More

This Place got the most friendly and helpful staff that you can find in costa rica. You don´t have to think of it, BOOK it! It's located next to the beach, they have a nice and clean pool, perfect hangout area and you can easy borrow a bike and get to the town in 5min. They help you to book... More

Imagine coming back from a day trip, finding all your belongings outside your room. It's not a joke, it's a true story of what they did to us in hotel kangaroo. They 'forgot' to tell us that our room is booked and we need to check out. When we got back at 18:30 pm we found out that there are... More

It was my first time in Costa Rica and I booked the Kangaroo blindly just to have a room the week of New Years not really knowing what to expect. It turned out to be a hidden gem and one of my favorite places after traveling 3 weeks in Costa Rica. Its a simple place with 7 or so rooms... More

I stayed here about a year ago with 3 friends and we shared a 4-person dorm. The accommodations were very basic and the rooms were hot, but it was nice to have a pool and the outside shower. A less crowded part of the beach is a short walk from the hostel, so we got to experience a beautiful sunset... More

My friend booked this place online for 4 of us!! It really is like being a guests at someone's house!! Don't expect the ritz - but this is truly one of the most memorable places I have ever stayed!! Francesca the owner is amazing her team Jordan, Brian and Evan are also fabulous!! Best night in ever just sat around... More

For christmas we had already booked something else, but we decided to come a day early to Jaco, and came to Kangaroo. Perfect choice! It is very close to the beach, and a nice beachwalk into town. The people are very friendly, and the pool is nice and refreshing!

I was on the road to Manuel Antonio and decided to stop in Jaco for the night. After driving through the seedy/touristy downtown, I proceeded all the way almost back to the highway before I saw the Kangaroo Hotel. I pulled in and was immediately welcomed in by Francesca. I ended up taking a private room which was basic but... More