Nice hostels in Jaco
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Top location
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Private beach
Casa Bohio Surf
- Shared kitchen
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
This hostel is situated in a beach part of Jaco, just moments from the Daystar Center Jaco. There is the Mirador De Jaco 2.6 km from the hostel.
In proximity to the 11-room Casa Bohio Surf hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the Playa Jaco, which is a mere 10 minutes' walk away.
Casa Bohio Surf
- Shared kitchen
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Casa Bohio Surf
This hostel is situated in a beach part of Jaco, just moments from the Daystar Center Jaco. There is the Mirador De Jaco 2.6 km from the hostel.
In proximity to the 11-room Casa Bohio Surf hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the Playa Jaco, which is a mere 10 minutes' walk away.
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Beach access
Casajungla Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Plunge pool
Staying at the hostel, guests can pay a visit to the Jaco Ropes, located merely 500 metres away. The Jaco Walk Open Air Shopping Center can be reached about a 25-minute walk from the property.
Also, Casajungla hostel is 2.1 km from the Johannes Dankers Park.
Casajungla Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Plunge pool
Casajungla Hostel
Staying at the hostel, guests can pay a visit to the Jaco Ropes, located merely 500 metres away. The Jaco Walk Open Air Shopping Center can be reached about a 25-minute walk from the property.
Also, Casajungla hostel is 2.1 km from the Johannes Dankers Park.
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Beach access
Room2Board Hostel And Surf School
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Guests may find the Playa Jaco situated a mere 1 km away and the Mirador De Jaco, which is just 1.9 km from the hostel. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the Jaco hostel is within 25 minutes' walk of the Johannes Dankers Park.
Room2Board Hostel And Surf School is situated only 1.4 km from the Jaco Beach and within a few blocks of Tortuga Surf School.
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Guests may find the Playa Jaco situated a mere 1 km away and the Mirador De Jaco, which is just 1.9 km from the hostel. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the Jaco hostel is within 25 minutes' walk of the Johannes Dankers Park.
Room2Board Hostel And Surf School is situated only 1.4 km from the Jaco Beach and within a few blocks of Tortuga Surf School.
Wipeout Guest House
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Also, the Jaco hostel is 4.7 km from such natural sights as the Playa Jaco.
This comfortable hostel is also located around a 15-minute drive from the Mirador De Jaco.
Wipeout Guest House
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Wipeout Guest House
Also, the Jaco hostel is 4.7 km from such natural sights as the Playa Jaco.
This comfortable hostel is also located around a 15-minute drive from the Mirador De Jaco.
Hostel De Haan
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
The Playa Jaco is located in the vicinity of the hostel.
Guests will find the Jaco Beach, which is 650 metres away.
Hostel De Haan
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Hostel De Haan
The Playa Jaco is located in the vicinity of the hostel.
Guests will find the Jaco Beach, which is 650 metres away.
La Hacienda Rooms & Food
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
The Mirador De Jaco is within a 3-km distance of the hostel, while the Jaco Library and Learning Center is just 550 metres away. Natural sights in the area include the Playa Jaco, within a few blocks of La Hacienda Rooms & Food hostel, and a beach is nearly a 5-minute stroll away.
The El Miro is within 3.1 km of the accommodation.
La Hacienda Rooms & Food
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Terrace
La Hacienda Rooms & Food
The Mirador De Jaco is within a 3-km distance of the hostel, while the Jaco Library and Learning Center is just 550 metres away. Natural sights in the area include the Playa Jaco, within a few blocks of La Hacienda Rooms & Food hostel, and a beach is nearly a 5-minute stroll away.
The El Miro is within 3.1 km of the accommodation.
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Guest favorite
Ico Living Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Garden area
The Art & Soul Gallery is within reach of the Playa Santa Teresa hostel, and natural sites like Playa Santa Teresa Beach are only 0.8 km away. In addition, La Lora Amarilla can be found just 7 minutes on foot from this comfortable hostel.
Playa Hermosa is 1.9 km from the accommodation.
The 15-room Ico Living hostel features rooms with an adjoining terrace and a balcony, as well as comforts like climate control.
Ico Living Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Garden area
Ico Living Hostel
The Art & Soul Gallery is within reach of the Playa Santa Teresa hostel, and natural sites like Playa Santa Teresa Beach are only 0.8 km away. In addition, La Lora Amarilla can be found just 7 minutes on foot from this comfortable hostel.
Playa Hermosa is 1.9 km from the accommodation.
The 15-room Ico Living hostel features rooms with an adjoining terrace and a balcony, as well as comforts like climate control.
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Popular choice
Costa Rica Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The La California neighborhood is within a few blocks of the hostel, and natural sites like the famed park "Parque Nacional" are 0.7 km away. In addition, the Borbon Central Market can be found around a 25-minute walk from the functional hostel.
Also, Costa Rica Backpackers hostel is only 1.8 km from the Park of Mercy.
Costa Rica Backpackers
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Costa Rica Backpackers
The La California neighborhood is within a few blocks of the hostel, and natural sites like the famed park "Parque Nacional" are 0.7 km away. In addition, the Borbon Central Market can be found around a 25-minute walk from the functional hostel.
Also, Costa Rica Backpackers hostel is only 1.8 km from the Park of Mercy.
Nativus Art Hostel
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 10 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Terrace
Ministerio de Deportes is located 500 m from the San Jose hostel, while natural sites, such as the 72-hectare La Sabana Metropolitan Park are merely 1.6 km away. The local shopping options feature the well-known Plaza de La Cultura (2.1 km) and the stark Plaza de la Democracia (2.7 km).
The nearby cultural landmarks include the La Salle Natural Science Museum, which is nearly 30 minutes' walk away.
Along with views of the city, the hostel offers 20 rooms, some of which come with a seating area and a dining area.
Nativus Art Hostel
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
US$ 10 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Terrace
Nativus Art Hostel
Ministerio de Deportes is located 500 m from the San Jose hostel, while natural sites, such as the 72-hectare La Sabana Metropolitan Park are merely 1.6 km away. The local shopping options feature the well-known Plaza de La Cultura (2.1 km) and the stark Plaza de la Democracia (2.7 km).
The nearby cultural landmarks include the La Salle Natural Science Museum, which is nearly 30 minutes' walk away.
Along with views of the city, the hostel offers 20 rooms, some of which come with a seating area and a dining area.
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaria, Alajuela, San Jose
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Situated approximately 25 minutes on foot from the Juan Santamaria Park, Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaria, Alajuela, San Jose hostel is within a 2-km distance of such sports venues as Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. The Cathedral of Our Lady of Pillar, a nearby place of worship, is nearly a 10-minute drive from the Alajuela hostel.
The Church of the Holy Christ of Agony is 2.8 km from this comfortable hostel.
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaria, Alajuela, San Jose
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaria, Alajuela, San Jose
Situated approximately 25 minutes on foot from the Juan Santamaria Park, Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaria, Alajuela, San Jose hostel is within a 2-km distance of such sports venues as Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. The Cathedral of Our Lady of Pillar, a nearby place of worship, is nearly a 10-minute drive from the Alajuela hostel.
The Church of the Holy Christ of Agony is 2.8 km from this comfortable hostel.
Awa San Jose
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Massage
- Garden area
Staying at this comfortable hostel in San Jose, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including the Old Customs House, which is just 1.9 km away. In addition, the Parque España can be found a 30-minute walk from the San Jose hostel.
Nearby cultural landmarks feature the National Museum of Costa Rica, located 1.1 km away.
Awa San Jose
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Massage
- Garden area
Awa San Jose
Staying at this comfortable hostel in San Jose, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including the Old Customs House, which is just 1.9 km away. In addition, the Parque España can be found a 30-minute walk from the San Jose hostel.
Nearby cultural landmarks feature the National Museum of Costa Rica, located 1.1 km away.
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Best-rated
Eco Stay Hostel
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 6 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
The Braulio Carrillo National Park is a stone's throw from this San Jose hostel, while Tobias Bolanos International airport is 5 km away. In addition, the bustling San Jose Central Market can be found just 1.7 km from the comfortable hostel.
The Spirogyra Butterfly Garden is a 30-minute walk from the accommodation.
Eco Stay Hostel
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 6 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
Eco Stay Hostel
The Braulio Carrillo National Park is a stone's throw from this San Jose hostel, while Tobias Bolanos International airport is 5 km away. In addition, the bustling San Jose Central Market can be found just 1.7 km from the comfortable hostel.
The Spirogyra Butterfly Garden is a 30-minute walk from the accommodation.
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaria, Alajuela, San Jose
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
This Alajuela hostel is merely 1.3 km from the Juan Santamaría Historical Cultural Museum and in the vicinity of such cultural venues as the Alajuelense Cultural Center. Guests can explore nearby places of worship, including the Church of the Holy Christ of Agony, which is nearly 25 minutes' walk from the hostel.
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaria, Alajuela, San Jose hostel is also within a 2-km distance of sports attractions, such as Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.
This accommodation boasts 6 rooms, all of which have a patio, as well as views of the patio.
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaria, Alajuela, San Jose
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaria, Alajuela, San Jose
This Alajuela hostel is merely 1.3 km from the Juan Santamaría Historical Cultural Museum and in the vicinity of such cultural venues as the Alajuelense Cultural Center. Guests can explore nearby places of worship, including the Church of the Holy Christ of Agony, which is nearly 25 minutes' walk from the hostel.
Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaria, Alajuela, San Jose hostel is also within a 2-km distance of sports attractions, such as Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium.
This accommodation boasts 6 rooms, all of which have a patio, as well as views of the patio.
Gaudy'S Hostel
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
The performing arts theater "Teatro Arnoldo Herrera Gonzalez" is within a few blocks of the San Jose hostel, and natural sites like the 72-hectare La Sabana Metropolitan Park are only 1.5 km away. The Metropolitan Church of San José, a nearby place of worship, is approximately 25 minutes on foot from this comfortable hostel.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, which is 2.1 km away.
Gaudy'S Hostel
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Gaudy'S Hostel
The performing arts theater "Teatro Arnoldo Herrera Gonzalez" is within a few blocks of the San Jose hostel, and natural sites like the 72-hectare La Sabana Metropolitan Park are only 1.5 km away. The Metropolitan Church of San José, a nearby place of worship, is approximately 25 minutes on foot from this comfortable hostel.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, which is 2.1 km away.
Toucan Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
The comfortable hostel boasts a convenient location 2.3 km from the Cathedral of Our Lady of Pillar, a mere 1.8 km from shopping opportunities such as the indoor City Mall. The hostel is located nearly a 30-minute walk from the Juan Santamaria Park and 55 km from Sarapiqui.
Toucan hostel is just 0.7 km from Casino Fiesta and fairly close to Iglesia Centro Cristiano Puertas de la Ciudad.
Toucan Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
Toucan Hostel
The comfortable hostel boasts a convenient location 2.3 km from the Cathedral of Our Lady of Pillar, a mere 1.8 km from shopping opportunities such as the indoor City Mall. The hostel is located nearly a 30-minute walk from the Juan Santamaria Park and 55 km from Sarapiqui.
Toucan hostel is just 0.7 km from Casino Fiesta and fairly close to Iglesia Centro Cristiano Puertas de la Ciudad.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Jaco, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Casa Bohio Surf |
8.8 / 10 (291 Reviews) |
From 10$ | |
| Casajungla Hostel |
8.8 / 10 (412 Reviews) |
From 23$ | |
| Room2Board Hostel And Surf School |
8.7 / 10 (622 Reviews) |
From 30$ | |
| Wipeout Guest House |
9.1 / 10 (43 Reviews) |
From 70$ | |
| Hostel De Haan |
7.9 / 10 (373 Reviews) |
From 14$ |
More accommodations in Jaco
Frequently Asked Questions
Which hostels in Jaco are best for staying near the beach?
Hostels like Costa Rica Backpackers and Gaudy's Hostel are very close to Jaco Beach. You can easily walk to the shore for sunbathing or surfing.
Book your beach days for weekdays to avoid large crowds, especially during high season.
What hostels in Jaco provide breakfast options?
La Hacienda Rooms & Food and Nativus Art-Hostel offer breakfast included in your stay. This helps you save time and money each morning.
Try to wake up early to enjoy breakfast before heading out to explore, especially on weekends when breakfast gets busy.
Which hostels in Jaco are great for surfing?
Room2Board Hostel and Casa Bohio Surf are popular choices for surfers. They have surf lessons and equipment rentals available right on site.
Join a group lesson early in the morning to catch the best waves and meet fellow surf enthusiasts.
What are the best budget hostels in Jaco?
Ico Living Hostel and Eco Stay Hostel offer affordable stays without compromising comfort. Both provide shared kitchen facilities to help you save on meals.
Plan your grocery shopping at the local market early in the day for the freshest produce and better prices.
Where can I find hostels in Jaco that offer a social atmosphere?
Toucan Hostel and Costa Rica Backpackers are known for their friendly vibes. They often host group activities and events for guests.
Participate in hostel-organized nights like movie marathons or BBQs to meet travelers and locals.
Which hostels are near popular landmarks in Jaco?
Gaudy's Hostel and Casajungla Hostel are both conveniently located near the Jaco Boardwalk, a great spot for sunset walks.
Visit the Boardwalk just before sunset to capture stunning views and explore nearby cafés that offer outdoor seating.
What hostels in Jaco are ideal for extended stays?
Awa San Jose and Wipeout Guest House provide discounts for longer visits and have kitchen facilities. Staying longer helps you explore Jaco more deeply.
Book directly with the hostel for the best rates on extended stays, often including special offers.
How can I plan a unique experience in Jaco?
Explore the nearby Carara National Park for its rich wildlife and beautiful trails. Joining a guided tour can enhance your experience and safety.
Plan for early morning hikes as the wildlife is most active at dawn and fewer visitors are on the trails.
What is the best way to get around Jaco?
Walking or renting a bike are great ways to explore Jaco town. This allows you to see local shops and cafes at your own pace.
Use your bike to visit more distant spots like Hermosa Beach; it's only a short ride away and less crowded.
What local events should I not miss in Jaco?
The Jaco Beach Festival, happening in December, features music, food, and cultural activities for all ages. It's a fantastic way to experience local culture.
Arrive early to secure the best viewing spots for live performances and enjoy tasting various local dishes from food stalls.
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