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Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only

San José

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.

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OanaM
From
United Kingdom
I loved the location of the hostel, in Bario escalante, which is safe and vibrant. Communication with the host was great and I very much appreciate all the info about busses and transport to make the most out of my limited time in Costa Rica. There are enough showers, sinks and toilets on the corridor, I never had to wait to use one. The space is clean, with high ceiling and airy. I loved the fact that they have paper towels and the whole digital codes with clear instructions on what to use where.
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

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.

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monica chackal
From
Canada
Owner is incredibly kind/helpful. Spacious dorms with lockers and curtains. Feels very safe. Well equipped kitchen. Great place to get decent sleep before a flight since it's more quiet. Also great breakfast included! They catered to my gluten intolerance also!! :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

NATIVUS Art-Hostel

San José

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.

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Madison
From
United Kingdom
like a home from home. Wilson was VERY hospitable. it was a very clean space. nice facilities for cooking and a quick taxi into the centre of town.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 942 reviews
Price from
US$54.15
1 night, 2 adults

Gaudy's Hostel

San José

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.

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Natalia le Grange
From
South Africa
Wow, what an amazing place! Excellent value for money. Great staff, we stayed in the room upstairs - it was quiet with a huge bathroom and comfortable bed. Breakfast was very good and filling, coffee available all day long and filtered water as well. Lots of "lounging" space throughout the hostel. Also, the park was just few blocks away - another bonus! We liked it so much, that we are going to stay in their another location in Managua!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,323 reviews
Price from
US$78.98
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Escalante Hostel

Barrio Escalante, San José

Situated in San José and with La Sabana Metropolitan Park reachable within 6.1 km, Casa Escalante Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

J
Jonathan
From
Japan
Very affordable accommodation. Everything was very clean. Includes a simple but good breakfast. The stuff is very nice and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews
Price from
US$34.20
1 night, 2 adults

Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante

Barrio Escalante, San José

Located in San José and with La Sabana Metropolitan Park reachable within 6.1 km, Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the...

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Sindy
From
Taiwan
- Antonella and Andy are very nice and helpful. They have a website that contains all the information you need for traveling in Costa Rica. - There're free coffee and tea in the morning. - The common area is very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 556 reviews
Price from
US$56.13
1 night, 2 adults

Stray Cat Hostel

San José

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.

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Alexia
From
Netherlands
The structure was very nice, close to all the bus terminals, and there were some very sweet cats running around!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews
Price from
US$58.14
1 night, 2 adults

awā San José

Barrio Escalante, San José

Located in San José, within 4.8 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 6.2 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, awā San José provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property...

T
Teresė
From
Lithuania
Location, close to all bars and restaurants. Friendly stuff. Clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 334 reviews
Price from
US$66.69
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Casa Ridgway

San José

Set in San José, 4.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Hostel Casa Ridgway offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

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Olivera
From
Bosnia and Herzegovina
As my 1st accommodation in Costa Rica they set the standard so high it went unmatched for the 3 weeks I stayed in the country. Although not modern, it features sizable dorms, comfortable beds, has no lockers but clothes hangers are available and valuables may be stored in a specialised room. Pretty good breakfast, decent shared kitchen with an impressive spice rack, stable wi-fi. All that, however, is just facilities. What truly makes the property stand apart are the staff and especially its manager, with his insights into local culture, support, and warmth. The fact that the building also houses a local NGO makes the place even more dynamic and provides opportunities for some interesting conversations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse

San José

Located 6.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse offers 3-star accommodation in San José and features a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

g
glen
From
New Zealand
great place, pancakes at breakfast were a bonus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 530 reviews
Price from
US$20.40
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 7.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,323 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 530 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 942 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 856 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 334 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,860 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.4
Poor - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Hostal del Este Santa Fe is located in San José, 5.2 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 8.2 km from Parque Diversiones.

From US$72.32 per night

Hostel Shakti

San José
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 856 reviews

Situated in San José, 50 km from Poas National Park, Hostel Shakti features accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$40.68 per night

NATIVUS Art-Hostel

San José
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 942 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$69.78 per night

Casa Rinu

San José
No credit card needed

Located within 12 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 14 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Casa Rinu provides rooms in San José.

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Hotel Casa Colon

San José
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews

At Hostel Casa Colón, we are committed to offering an unforgettable experience to our guests in the heart of San José, Costa Rica.

From US$74 per night

Luz de Luna Escalante

San José
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

Situated in San José, 5.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Luz de Luna Escalante features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$81.36 per night

Ester`s Place

Escazu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews

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

From US$62.40 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$117.46
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 556 reviews
The hostel is in a great location - walking distance from lots of restaurants. We felt very safe. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Guest review by
Lien
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$25.63
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,860 reviews
Cheap stay, and we booked a car through the hostel’s recommendation; excellent experience. We also sorted a SIM card very efficiently. Bed sheets were soft and room was comfortable
Guest review by
Maria
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$58.76
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews
The hostel is in a great location. Barrio Escalante is the best choice, a safe place and close to the center. The common areas are beautiful and large, the kitchen very well equipped. The rooms are comfortable and clean, the showers have hot water. The owner is a wonderful person, always available to help. I've been to several hostels in San José and this one is the best. Thank you for everything Casa Escalante Hostel.
Guest review by
Marco
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$117.46
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 556 reviews
one of the best hostels I've stayed, clean, curtains, good vibes, helpful staff, nice kitchen, great location. favourite place i stayed in san jose
Guest review by
Shayna
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$65.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews
Friendly staff, super clean hostel, nice new and clean rooms, bathrooms and kitchen. Bed was also super comfy and room temp perfect. Great location near bus terminals and felt safe inside hostel. The kitchen has free tea and coffee and a breakfast that starts at 5am so you can eat before an early journey. They even offer pizza for 5000 colones.
Guest review by
Caitlin
Solo traveller