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Cheap hotels in San Juan

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The best cheap hotels in San Juan

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Stay connected in San Juan and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Casa Kitus in San José provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

    From US$33.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,555 reviews

    This stylish hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and a conference center. Each spacious room includes free Wi-Fi.

    From US$230.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews

    Set in San José, within an 8-minute walk of San Juan de Dios Hospital and 1 km of Metropolitan Hospital Costa Rica, Stray Cat Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    From US$66.67 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Situated in San José, Bosques de bambú features accommodation with a private pool, a terrace and river views. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Nucleo 514 is located in San José.

    From US$90.37 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 951 reviews

    Situated in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, W's Hostel features express check-in and check-out and free WiFi. It is set 3.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and offers a shared kitchen.

    From US$45.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located 2.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 2.7 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica in San José, Beautiful loft in San José offers accommodation with a kitchen.

    From US$62.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews

    A 5-minute drive from the centre of San José, this hotel offers stunning volcano views "from the cafeteria" and full leisure facilities.

    From US$99.44 per night

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  • Hotel Majestad

    San José
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

    Situated in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 49 km, Hotel Majestad features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From US$169.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,567 reviews

    This classic hotel is located in a quiet area of San José, 3 km from the city centre.

    From US$99 per night

  • Hotel Cacts

    San José
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

    Set in San José, 47 km from Poas National Park, Hotel Cacts offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$90.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 764 reviews

    Set in the traditional Barrio Amon neighbourhood of San Jose, Hotel Santo Tomas offers an outdoor pool and hot tub, surrounded by colourful flowers all year round.

    From US$114.86 per night

  • Auténtico Hotel

    San José
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 829 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Auténtico Hotel is located in San José, 500 metres from the Costa Rican Art Museum. Free WiFi access is available.

  • Hotel Castillo

    San José
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Hotel Castillo is located in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park.

    From US$219.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews

    Set in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 47 km, NATIVUS Art-Hostel offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    From US$64.41 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 753 reviews

    Apartahotel Altos de la Sabana features accommodation in San José near La Sabana Metropolitan Park and Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica.

    From US$94.20 per night