I've reviewed CZ twice before but given recent changes, here is an update. Casa Zen remains a standout option among all others in Santa Theresa. Room rates (private or shared) remain very good and the atmosphere is hard to beat. As many other visitors have noted it is generally a very chill space attracting a variety of individual, couple, and... More

we stayed in a really big privat room, which was very clean. kelly and the whole staff is very friendly and helpfull!!! the house is about 100 m away from the beach! they offer yoga lessons all day, had a good one with jenny!

Casa Zen has been by far the best place for the value we have stayed in here in Costa Rica. Our room was private double room and was clean and simple - just what we were looking for. There are multiple areas to hang out as well as wonderful hammocks to lounge in. The breakfast was absolutely perfect - fruit,... More

We stayed in the apartment which was good value on a location very close to the beach. The included breakfast of fruit and toast were among the best we had in Costa rica. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The hammock area just outside was a great place to hang out. This area is also used for the yoga... More

we found casa zen to be a very nice little place to be. the housebeach is 100m away and quite a spot. the best beach is playa hermosa and worth the trip (5k). the rooms are clean (allthough hot, no AC), the service is very helpful and forthcoming. big and juicy breakfast is inclusive. we spent 34$ on a double,... More

Hostel conviniently located in the heart of Santa Teresa, just a few hundrer meters to the beach. They rent bikes and surfboards Room was very clean and quite big compared to other hostel. Amazing morning breakfast included and great big kitchen and seating areas. Wanted to take a Yoga class but it ended up being cancelled (which was disappointing but... More

Casa Zen offers outstanding value in an amazing location. We loved our stay at Casa Zen. The staff was extremely friendly and very helpful. We loved the location for a number of reasons. Firstly, the location is very close to the beach which is one of the most beautiful beaches we had ever had the pleasure of experiencing. It's literally... More

So I arrive at the beautiful beach of Santa Teresa in early July. After walking the single road from Malpais I stumble upon Casa Zen. Tucked away in luscious gardens, this affordable yet neat little hostel really lives up to its name. With plenty of 'hanging-out' areas set with pillows and hammocks, it is easy to unwind and chill out.... More

Casa Zen was the perfect vacation. Wonderfully helpful staff, full kitchen, multiple yoga and fitness classes each day, a food store, surf shop and cafes 100 paces in one direction and the beach 109 in the other, hammocks and cozy nooks about at Casa zen. But the true value is in the people- the wonderful staff and also the other... More