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Hostels in Alajuela City

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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...

P
Paul
From
France
The location and the accommodations in general
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 352 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...

R
Rahimov
From
Israel
By far the best hostel I have stayed in, everything was awesome but what stood out for me is the staff that were so caring and lovely, their dog (Holy) is so cute that you just want to pet her all the time. It really felt like my second home every second i was there
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 433 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.

Y
Yael
From
Israel
Katty. She's amazing. She's helpful and knows what we need before we know! She's the reason to come here. Truly the best person. She's available 24/7! The rooms are nice too. Very comfortable beds. Very clean! Hot showers. Fully equipped kitchen. Offers (unsecured) luggage storage before and after checkout. It's not safe to park on the street overnight. Katty can help arrange parking at a nearby secured lot for a few dollars.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 479 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.

S
Scheuer
From
France
Very good place with comfy beds. Good value for your money
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,673 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.

L
Liess90
From
Netherlands
It's great for 1 night when you leave or enter the country!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,615 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.

B
B. Harder
From
Germany
This is the place, when you got back from wherever you where before in Costa Rica to just calm down and have a very good night sleep. The beds are comfy, the rooms, showers, toilets are clean (btw the soap in the toilets smells amazing). The area surrounding is barrio escalante, there you can stroll around, enjoy a really good Coffee (cafeoteca is beyond), have great food and Just enjoy your stay in San jose.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 123 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.

M
McSween
From
Australia
The breakfast was amazing every single day and the staff were really lovely and so welcoming, very accomodating to english speakers. The rooms were also really lovely and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 473 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.

Y
Yasmine
From
Romania
Incredible stay! The best in terms of costs and quality in the past 2 months of full time traveling! Great facilities (kitchen, shared spaces), clean (they clean the room and towels daily) and the breakfast super big and good! And super nice staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 942 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 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 126 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 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,322 reviews
Price from
US$78.98
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, 479 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 433 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,673 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,615 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 433 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$29.38
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,615 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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 433 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$29.38
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,615 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, 479 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