The hostel is a little place in Santa Elena run by Yorle, a local lady. We had a ncie time staying here - it's clean, quiet and the rooms are comfortable. Nice kitchen which you are free to use, free coffee and tea all day, fast WIFI and a decent breakfast. Ticks all the boxes really. It's not a party... More

Our stay here was amazing. Thanks Gaby & Yorle The staff were wonderfully efficient and helpful, the facilities are excellent, especially considering the price. The location, not far from "downtown." just at 3 minutes from the Monteverde bus station, near to the best restaurants, supermarkets, souvernirs, stores, banks and more.. you will need to stay in this cheap and comfortable... More

Gyba y Yorle are very nice and helpfull! I loved our room with big windows and the breakfast! Gracias for the great time and organization of out trips! Joanna More

We got a small upstairs room for 3 that was a bit cramped and hot and stuffy during the day. Other than that, it was clean and comfortable. At night it cooled down. The mattresses were in good condition. Showers had hot water. Breakfast was delicious. We felt very safe here. There is someone that works there on site 24... More

Gaby and Yorle (the owners) are such nice people. The place is clean, friendly, and safe. I was traveling with a minor, and they took her on like they were big sisters. Sloth Backpackers is very conveniently located near enough to the bus (2 minute walk) but far enough to be away from the town noise. They arranged tours for... More

We visited the Sloth Backpackers in March and were quite happy with it. close to town and activities. The staff: Gabi and Yorle were incredibly helpful in telling us everything there was to do in the area, recommending restaurants, booking us on a night walking tour and more activides en the recepcion!! Good prices The location is also very good!!!... More

“Most favourite stay in Costa Rica!” Sloth Backpackers is a nice clean b&b. It is centrally located in Sta. Elena. The owners, Yorle & Gaby is extremly helpful with organizing tours and suggesting activities. They also serve a delicious breakfast...try banana pancakes! the girls, will help you in any way to make your stay as nice as possible. Plus he... More

I stayed for 3 nights at the Sloth and I felt very comfortable in any activity that we planned. Here are that we found in respect the price and quality : - Free coffee all time - a great breakfast - Very friendly to explain everything that they offer. - Very good atmosphere - The lady in the front desk... More

My husband and I stayed at a hostel in the center one night, we paid little money, but the noise did not let me sleep, there is only one way so the automobiles, motorcycles, large trucks, buses are walking out there all the time apart from the clubs that are all night with noise. We decided to come to Sloth... More