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Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Alajuela City

Located in Alajuela City and with Poas National Park reachable within 32 km, Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free...

V
Valery
From
Belgium
The staff is extremely helpful and our trip to Costa Rica started well thanks to them. The house is great, the kitchen is well organised, the bathroom is efficient. They offer a very friendly and affordable airport transfer, we highly recommand to take advantage of it especially since taxi drivers in San José airport are not reliable and rarely offer a fair rate.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews
Price from
US$32.08
1 night, 2 adults

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Alajuela City

Situated in Alajuela City, 31 km from Poas National Park, Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

K
Keiu
From
Estonia
Perfect hostel eighter to come from the San Jose airport or to go there. Comfortable, cozy and they have everything you need in a fair price: dinner, taxi to or from the airport.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Price from
US$38.25
1 night, 2 adults

Flor de Katty Hostel Airport

Alajuela City

Located within 31 km of Poas National Park and 2.3 km of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Flor de Katty Hostel Airport provides rooms in Alajuela City.

R
Reagan
From
Costa Rica
The owner was so accommodating and stayed up after hours when I arrived at nearly 11 pm, and she booked a taxi and was up and making sure we got off to the airport at 4 am. She made me a hot tea at check-in in and the room had a privacy divider between me and the other beds in the room, and a fan was provided.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Toucan Hostel

Alajuela City

Situated within 32 km of Poas National Park and 3.1 km of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Toucan Hostel features rooms in Alajuela City.

M
Marjo
From
Belgium
Perfectly located clean hostel when you have flights the next day. Staff very helpful and efficient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,665 reviews
Price from
US$34.20
1 night, 2 adults

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela City

Backpackers Alajuela is a beautiful hostel located in Alajuela Town Centre. It boasts free Wi-Fi, a on-site restaurant and a free shuttle service to the airport, a 5-minute drive away.

A
Aura Lucia
From
United Kingdom
Very clean, ample room with sockets near bed. Lifts to every floor. Restaurant and bar, which was super on the top floor with spectacular views. There are free shuttles to the airport, and on time. Also when the shuttle doesn’t run from midday, the TUASA bus station is within minutes walk and it will stop at the airport for couple dollars.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,641 reviews
Price from
US$21.76
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only

San José (Near Alajuela City)

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only is situated in San José, within 7.5 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km of Parque Diversiones.

G
Garance
From
Belgium
I highly recommend this hostel! I stayed here three different times for a night, and every time it felt so welcoming – just like home. Everything is very clean, the beds are comfortable, the showers are hot, and there’s even a TV with Disney+/Netflix/Prime… just perfect! The place is designed with so many thoughtful details: a fully equipped kitchen, hair dryers, shower products, extra blankets if needed… you really feel that everything has been thought of for the guests’ comfort. The staff has been incredibly kind and helpful – they even let me leave some of my belongings a couple of times, always with such friendliness and quick responses. The automated check-in system makes everything super easy as well. For me, it’s the perfect place to stay for a night or two before exploring the rest of Costa Rica. A huge thank you to the whole team 🌸
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$33.74
1 night, 2 adults

Eco Stay Hostel

San José (Near Alajuela City)

Situated in San José, 4.7 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Eco Stay Hostel features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

B
Benny Voncken
From
United Arab Emirates
The owners were great people and always there. They were ready to help you with anything you needed and the communication was excellent. The facilities were the same quality. The breakfast was varied and delicious. The dorm was very clean, as was the entire place, the beds were made every day and the showers cleaned the same. Each bed had a curtain which provided a lot of privacy. Overal a great place to stay and the location was excellent as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 462 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

NATIVUS Art-Hostel

San José (Near Alajuela City)

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.

S
Stephen
From
Greece
Anna was very helpful and really friendly, she let us stay whilst waiting for our shuttle !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews
Price from
US$54.15
1 night, 2 adults

Ester`s Place

Escazu (Near Alajuela City)

Set in Escazu, 50 km from Poas National Park, Ester`s Place offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

M
Mojca
From
Slovenia
Safe, beautiful neighborhood, a 6 min walk to Avenida Escazu. We asked to be checked in early and they were very kind to let us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$73.45
1 night, 2 adults

Gaudy's Hostel

San José (Near Alajuela City)

Situated in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 47 km, Gaudy's Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

S
Sophie
From
Austria
The stuff is so friendly, breakfast is great, beautiful green oasis in a loud and chaotic city, 10 mins walk from the airport. I will be back again & felt so safe and sound as a solo travelling woman. Good place to meet other travelers, too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,310 reviews
Price from
US$66.83
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,665 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,641 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Lovely home from home hostel. Staff great, helpful and cheerful. Location good, in safe quite area, shops nearby. Kitchen you share with the home. Hot showers which is fab. Beds comfy, linen changed frequently as are towels. Lovely little garden area. Hosts will meet and drop off at airport for $10 each way.
Guest review by
Rosemarie
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$27.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,641 reviews
The room was super clean and the water was hot in the bathroom. As a solo female traveller, I didn't feel unsafe at all. The staff went out of their way to help and to make me feel comfortable getting to the hostel and to my next destination. The restaurant is a good value and the food is good too...but you can't beat that view. I would stay there again.
Guest review by
Mary
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
The best hostel I have stayed in Costa Rica so far! Owners were so friendly and helpful, breakfast was delicious and I felt so safe there. I’ll definitely be back and I would 100% recommend that to everyone who needs a place to stay close to the airport.
Guest review by
Míša
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$27.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,641 reviews
Great location, great value for the price. The hostel is nice and the bed (I slept in a dormiroty) was good. I had a good night of sleep (only waken up because of late arrivals). There are plugs right next to each bed, which is super practical. The free shuttle to the airport is very helpful!
Guest review by
Perrine
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$39.55
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews
Great location for airport travel with some great local restaurants close by. Safe and quiet area. Great hostel owner, Katty helps with everything including very fair taxi rides to the airport. would highly recommend for anyone coming to or from San Jose airport for a night. Just one more is make sure you have either dollars or cash but there is also an atm close by.
Guest review by
Nick
Young couple