Hostels in San José
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- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 111 reviewsFrom$341 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 485 reviewsFrom$441 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 12 reviewsFrom$401 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,369 reviewsFrom$361 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 848 reviewsFrom$341 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 602 reviewsFrom$681 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 933 reviewsFrom$541 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 344 reviewsFrom$591 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 249 reviewsFrom$761 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 137 reviewsFrom$501 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 292 reviewsFrom$651 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 537 reviewsFrom$221 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviewsFrom$481 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 23 reviewsFrom$531 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 3,762 reviewsFrom$221 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 871 reviewsFrom$321 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 125 reviewsFrom$651 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 10 reviewsFrom$531 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 332 reviewsFrom$291 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 456 reviewsFrom$341 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 23 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San José
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San José
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 537 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San José
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 871 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San José
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,369 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San José
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 344 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San José
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 933 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San José
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 848 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San José
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 249 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in San José
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 3,762 reviews
Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in San José and nearby
Hostal del Este Santa Fe
San JoséCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 3.5Poor - What previous guests thought, 25 reviewsProviding free WiFi, Hostal del Este Santa Fe offers rooms in San José, 3.2 miles from National Stadium of Costa Rica and 5.1 miles from Parque Diversiones.
From $72.32 per nightHostel Shakti
San JoséCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 871 reviewsLocated in San José, 31 miles from Poas National Park, Hostel Shakti has accommodations with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
From $40.68 per nightHotel Casa Colon
San JoséCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very Good - What previous guests thought, 292 reviewsAt Hostel Casa Colón, we are committed to offering an unforgettable experience to our guests in the heart of San José, Costa Rica.
From $74 per nightCosta Rica Backpackers
San JoséCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 3,762 reviewsLocated in central San José, Costa Rica Backpackers offers an outdoor pool, gardens, an international restaurant and a communal kitchen with free tea and coffee. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas.
From $25.63 per nightLuz de Luna Escalante
San JoséCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviewsLocated in San José, 3.7 miles from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Luz de Luna Escalante has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.
From $58.88 per nightCapital Hostel de Ciudad
San JoséCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Excellent - What previous guests thought, 23 reviewsLocated in San José, 30 miles from Poas National Park, Capital Hostel de Ciudad provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
From $71.19 per nightIn the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse
San JoséCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 537 reviewsLocated 3.9 miles from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, In the Wind Hostel and Guesthouse offers 3-star accommodations in San José and features a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.
From $27.12 per night
Save money on hostels in San José and nearby – budget options available
Ester`s Place
EscazuBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 9.4Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 125 reviewsLocated in Escazu, 31 miles from Poas National Park, Ester`s Place provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.
From $73.45 per night
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- Avg. price/night: $73.45Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 602 reviewsThe hostel is in a great location - walking distance from lots of restaurants. We felt very safe. The staff were friendly and helpful.Guest review byLienFamily with young children
- Avg. price/night: $25.63Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 3,762 reviewsCheap 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 comfortableGuest review byMariaYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: $53.11Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very Good - What previous guests thought, 848 reviewsThe 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 byMarcoYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: $73.45Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Excellent - What previous guests thought, 602 reviewsone of the best hostels I've stayed, clean, curtains, good vibes, helpful staff, nice kitchen, great location. favourite place i stayed in san joseGuest review byShaynaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $55.37Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 344 reviewsFriendly 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 byCaitlinSolo traveler
