In a lazy beach town with some surprisingly expensive options for accommodations, La Sombra fits the bill for a laid-back, comfortable, inexpensive hostel only a few steps from the sand. Great communal kitchen and pool make it easy to meet fellow travelers, while the hammocks provide an opportunity lounge peacefully with the sound of waves crashing nearby. All rooms come... More

La Sombra tops my list of favorite hostels across central America. The community kitchen near the front gate and pool brings all of the guests closer together, which creates a family type feeling amongst travellers of all types - backpackers, surfers, vacationers, etc. The rooms are comfortable and well maintained, and the semi-private room is well worth the extra dollar... More

I stayed there at the beginning of my backpacking/surfing trip in Oct/Nov 2012 and than came with my boyfriend at the end again. Rooms are simple but clean, there is a little swimming pool, WiFi, Tv and kitchen you can use. Jose (the owner and Pro Surfer) is a cool guy. I had an surfing accident and he took me... More

Stayed here twice and service has been really good, had no problems at all. Good price for what you get, clean rooms, really close to the beach, staff are friendly and helpful. And the outdoor shower is amazing. Definitely recommend!

My girlfriend and I received amazing help from José and the La Sombra team considering we turned up at about 2.30am in the morning from Léon. In the morning I met José and was offered coffee and town/local surf information to get us out on the water ASAP. We stayed one night in a private room which I believe is... More

We really enjoyed our 4 nights in a clean private room, very good value for the price. Owner and staff members are all very friendly, helpul and they create a nice atmosphere. Free coffee all day long, clean kitchen and just a few steps to the beach. We will definitely stay there again if we come back! Thank you for... More

My room was clean and even the security guards were super friendly. The pool was constantly being cleaned and the hammocks are extremely comfortable. My favorite part is the communal kitchen and eating area which made it super easy to make friends wit other people in the hostel. Close to the beach and the road, safe, Jose is great. Only... More

I had such a great time at La Sombra, great place, affordable, close to the beach, shops, SAFE and Jose was such friendly and accomodating person, coffee was awesome, kitchen is always clean and pool was great. I slept on the hammock outside my room both nights pretty much. The staff was friendly and accommodating. All in All fantastic place.... More

The perfect place to stay in El Tunco. It's cheap, close to the beach, has a great pool and kitchen and is kept spotlessly clean. The hammocks are great too! Jose, the owner, is a really chilled and friendly guy who helped with recommendations on anything we needed - surfboards, restaurants etc. Highly recommended.