Living like a local
Accommodations
Nomad approved accommodation
Each accommodation has:
a dedicated workspace
good Wifi speed guaranteed by the hosts
high rating
good location
great vibes & style
A great option if you want to join a nomad community in Puerto Viejo.
Due to unstable Wifi in the area, a lot of nomads prefer to rent an Airbnb with good Wifi, like this one.
A great option if you want to join a nomad community in Puerto Viejo.
Due to unstable Wifi in the area, a lot of nomads prefer to rent an Airbnb with good Wifi, like this one.
A great option if you want to join a nomad community in Puerto Viejo.
Due to unstable Wifi in the area, a lot of nomads prefer to rent an Airbnb with good Wifi, like this one.
Practical info
Do I need to carry cash with me?
Most businesses take cards, but it is always a good idea to carry cash with you, especially if you're going to the farmers market or the beach. There are only two ATMs in Puerto Viejo and they sometimes run out of money, so make sure you're not out of cash if that happens.
Best SIM card
Kolbi SIM | Ubigi eSIM | Google Fi
Best internet provider
Itellum | Kolbi
Transportation
Getting to and from the airport Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) is the main international airport if you want to reach Puerto Viejo. There's also a very small airport Limon Airport with connecting flights to San Juan.
By bus ($10-$11 | 4-5 hours to the city) Buses go regularly between Puerto Viejo and San José. The bus from Limon to PV is about 1.5 hours and costs around $2.75.
Taxi ($200 | 4-5 hours to the city) You can find taxis at the airport, or get one through the app.
Taxi apps
Uber | DiDi (Android | iOS) | inDriver (Android | iOS)
Local public transport apps
There is no app for public transportation but since Puerto Viejo is fairly small you can easily move around by taxi, bus or even a Tuktuk.
Motorbike, bicycle & scooter rental
The best and most popular way to move around Puerto Viejo is by bike. You can find bike rentals for around $3 to $15 USD a day. You can also rent a scooter for $35-40 USD a day.
There are no gas stations in Puerto Viejo but the closest one is only 10 min drive outside of the city.
Traveling outside of the city
Renting a scooter, or a car is your best option, or join an organized guided tour!
