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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...

K
Karine
From
Canada
The kind service from the owner, he picked me up at the airport and gave me very good advices.for my trip in Costa Rica
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 368 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...

L
Louise
From
Costa Rica
The breakfast was a wonderful surprise as I wasn’t expecting it and very generous I might add. I loved the garden with the fountain in the back and lying in the hammock was so relaxing I didn’t want to leave.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 424 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.

D
Darja
From
Estonia
Katty is an amazing host!She was super friendly and helpful,she let us stay in the hotel whole day after check out cause our flight was delayed. Big big thanks to her for that! And place itself is very nice and cozy,rooms are small but comfy & clean. For 1-2 nights before/after your flight is perfect.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 471 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.

J
João Paulo
From
Brazil
I needed a stay to get by airplane the next day. This was a very good place to take a good shower and sleep in an excellent bed before going to the airport. They also provide a place for your car, that was my case. Also the staff is very friendly!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,614 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.

I
Ivanova
From
Costa Rica
Perfect for a night before heading out to the airport!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,696 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, 136 reviews
Price from
US$31.87
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
MURIEL
From
United States
The breakfast is so wonderful. I'll say it is one of the best one so far in Costa Rica when you mention an Hostal. The owners are so kind and generous
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 463 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.

A
AnotherTreeHouse
From
Italy
Excellent place, beautiful decor, very friendly staff. There is fully equiped kitchen, and nice shared living room for work and rest.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 939 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, 124 reviews
Price from
US$61.22
1 night, 2 adults

Capital Hostel de Ciudad

San José (Near Alajuela City)

Located in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, Capital Hostel de Ciudad provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

L
Lucie
From
Czech Republic
This hostel Is really comfortable, clean, very Cosy And spacious. Also with nice And helpfull staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
Price from
US$47.25
1 night, 2 adults
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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...

K
Karine
From
Canada
The kind service from the owner, he picked me up at the airport and gave me very good advices.for my trip in Costa Rica
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 368 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...

L
Louise
From
Costa Rica
The breakfast was a wonderful surprise as I wasn’t expecting it and very generous I might add. I loved the garden with the fountain in the back and lying in the hammock was so relaxing I didn’t want to leave.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 424 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.

D
Darja
From
Estonia
Katty is an amazing host!She was super friendly and helpful,she let us stay in the hotel whole day after check out cause our flight was delayed. Big big thanks to her for that! And place itself is very nice and cozy,rooms are small but comfy & clean. For 1-2 nights before/after your flight is perfect.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 471 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.

J
João Paulo
From
Brazil
I needed a stay to get by airplane the next day. This was a very good place to take a good shower and sleep in an excellent bed before going to the airport. They also provide a place for your car, that was my case. Also the staff is very friendly!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,614 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.

I
Ivanova
From
Costa Rica
Perfect for a night before heading out to the airport!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,696 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, 136 reviews
Price from
US$31.87
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
MURIEL
From
United States
The breakfast is so wonderful. I'll say it is one of the best one so far in Costa Rica when you mention an Hostal. The owners are so kind and generous
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 463 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.

A
AnotherTreeHouse
From
Italy
Excellent place, beautiful decor, very friendly staff. There is fully equiped kitchen, and nice shared living room for work and rest.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 939 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, 124 reviews
Price from
US$61.22
1 night, 2 adults

Capital Hostel de Ciudad

San José (Near Alajuela City)

Located in San José, 49 km from Poas National Park, Capital Hostel de Ciudad provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

L
Lucie
From
Czech Republic
This hostel Is really comfortable, clean, very Cosy And spacious. Also with nice And helpfull staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
Price from
US$47.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a hostel?

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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 471 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Alajuela City

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Alajuela City

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,614 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Alajuela City

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,696 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 424 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, 1,696 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, 424 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, 1,696 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