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San Jose (San Jose) Hostels

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1. Costa Rica Backpackers

2. Nativus Art-Hostel

3. Awa San Jose

4. Eco Stay Hostel

5. Gaudy'S Hostel

6. Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only

7. Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante

8. In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

9. Hostel Shakti

10. Hostel Casa Ridgway

Nice hostels in San Jose (San Jose)

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Costa Rica Backpackers

Avenida 6, Calle 21 Y 23
1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shuttle service
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Live entertainment
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Situated 1.3 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the trade gallery "Galeria Namu", this hostel is also a stone's throw from the La California neighborhood. In addition, the Borbon Central Market can be found 25 minutes' walk from the San Jose hostel.

Costa Rica Backpackers hostel enjoys a central location just 1.8 km from the Park of Mercy.

7.8
3866 reviews
~ US$10 / night

Costa Rica Backpackers

1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shuttle service
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Live entertainment
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Costa Rica Backpackers

Situated 1.3 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the trade gallery "Galeria Namu", this hostel is also a stone's throw from the La California neighborhood. In addition, the Borbon Central Market can be found 25 minutes' walk from the San Jose hostel.

Costa Rica Backpackers hostel enjoys a central location just 1.8 km from the Park of Mercy.

7.8
3866 reviews
From US$ 10 / night
  • Guest favorite
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Nativus Art-Hostel

Entre Calle 36 Y 38, Ave 5 Edificio 3650, Paseo Colon
1.9 km (1.2 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Car park
    US$ 10 per day
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Terrace

Ministerio de Deportes is located around 500 metres from the San Jose hostel, while natural sites, such as the 72 - hectare La Sabana Metropolitan Park are around 5 minutes away by car. The hostel is also just 1.8 km from the bustling San Jose Central Market.

The nearby cultural landmarks include the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away.

8.9
914 reviews
~ US$18 / night

Nativus Art-Hostel

1.9 km (1.2 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • 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 around 500 metres from the San Jose hostel, while natural sites, such as the 72 - hectare La Sabana Metropolitan Park are around 5 minutes away by car. The hostel is also just 1.8 km from the bustling San Jose Central Market.

The nearby cultural landmarks include the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, which is nearly a 25-minute walk away.

8.9
914 reviews
From US$ 18 / night
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Awa San Jose

Ave 9, Calle 33 Y 35 50 Mts E Del Freshmarket, Barrio Escalante
1.9 km (1.2 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Massage
  • Garden area

The San Jose hostel is located in the Barrio Escalante district, in the vicinity of natural sites such as the tropical park "Parque Nacional". The hostel is also within 25 minutes' walk of the Parque España.

Guests will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like the Old Customs House, which is only 2 km away.

7.9
653 reviews
~ US$10 / night

Awa San Jose

1.9 km (1.2 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Massage
  • Garden area

Awa San Jose

The San Jose hostel is located in the Barrio Escalante district, in the vicinity of natural sites such as the tropical park "Parque Nacional". The hostel is also within 25 minutes' walk of the Parque España.

Guests will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like the Old Customs House, which is only 2 km away.

7.9
653 reviews
From US$ 10 / night
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Eco Stay Hostel

Calle 27A Edificio Dos Plantas
1.5 km (1.0 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Car park
    US$ 6 per day
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Live entertainment
  • Terrace

The San Jose hostel is located not far from Metropolitan Park, a few moments from the Braulio Carrillo National Park. Famous natural sights near the hostel are the famed park "Parque Nacional" (650 metres) and the Park of Mercy (1.8 km).

Travellers with children will enjoy proximity to the traditional Simon Bolivar Zoo, which is only 1.6 km away.

9.1
412 reviews
~ US$50 / night

Eco Stay Hostel

1.5 km (1.0 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Car park
    US$ 6 per day
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Live entertainment
  • Terrace

Eco Stay Hostel

The San Jose hostel is located not far from Metropolitan Park, a few moments from the Braulio Carrillo National Park. Famous natural sights near the hostel are the famed park "Parque Nacional" (650 metres) and the Park of Mercy (1.8 km).

Travellers with children will enjoy proximity to the traditional Simon Bolivar Zoo, which is only 1.6 km away.

9.1
412 reviews
From US$ 50 / night
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Gaudy'S Hostel

Av 5 Calles 36, Mantica, San Jose, 10101
1.9 km (1.2 mi) from city center
  • 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 large La Sabana Metropolitan Park are only 1.5 km away. You can access the bustling San Jose Central Market (1.8 km) and the known Plaza de La Cultura (2.1 km) as popular shopping choices in the area.

The Correos de Costa Rica building is just 550 metres away, and the historic theater "National Theatre of Costa Rica", available to diversify your stay, is nearly a 25-minute stroll away.

8.3
1246 reviews
~ US$11 / night

Gaudy'S Hostel

1.9 km (1.2 mi) from city center
  • 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 large La Sabana Metropolitan Park are only 1.5 km away. You can access the bustling San Jose Central Market (1.8 km) and the known Plaza de La Cultura (2.1 km) as popular shopping choices in the area.

The Correos de Costa Rica building is just 550 metres away, and the historic theater "National Theatre of Costa Rica", available to diversify your stay, is nearly a 25-minute stroll away.

8.3
1246 reviews
From US$ 11 / night
  • Best-rated
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Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only

Calle 33
1.7 km (1.1 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Security
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Laundry
  • Ironing facilities

This San Jose hostel is located just 6 minutes' walk from the La California neighborhood and approximately 25 minutes' walk from the Peace Park. The hostel is 2.1 km from the Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture and right around the corner from the Central Park of San José.

Travellers with children will enjoy proximity to the urban park "Simon Bolivar Zoo", which is nearly 30 minutes' walk away.

9.2
188 reviews
~ US$21 / night

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only

1.7 km (1.1 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Security
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Laundry
  • Ironing facilities

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only

This San Jose hostel is located just 6 minutes' walk from the La California neighborhood and approximately 25 minutes' walk from the Peace Park. The hostel is 2.1 km from the Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture and right around the corner from the Central Park of San José.

Travellers with children will enjoy proximity to the urban park "Simon Bolivar Zoo", which is nearly 30 minutes' walk away.

9.2
188 reviews
From US$ 21 / night
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Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante

Calle 37 75M South Of Sapporro Restaurant San Jose Barrio Escalante
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace
  • Garden area

Found just 1.8 km from the Parque España, the San Jose hostel is 2.5 km from worship locations like Iglesia Nuestra Senora de la Merced Church. The hostel is approximately a 25-minute stroll from the well-known Plaza de La Cultura and a stone's throw from the performing arts theater "Teatro Eugene O'Neill".

Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante is merely 350 metres from Casa Batsu and around 700 metres from the Historical Museum Dr. Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia.

8.8
435 reviews
~ US$23 / night

Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante

2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace
  • Garden area

Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante

Found just 1.8 km from the Parque España, the San Jose hostel is 2.5 km from worship locations like Iglesia Nuestra Senora de la Merced Church. The hostel is approximately a 25-minute stroll from the well-known Plaza de La Cultura and a stone's throw from the performing arts theater "Teatro Eugene O'Neill".

Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante is merely 350 metres from Casa Batsu and around 700 metres from the Historical Museum Dr. Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia.

8.8
435 reviews
From US$ 23 / night
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In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

100 Meters West Of Escuela De La Roosevelt
2.9 km (1.8 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Sun terrace

The San Jose hostel is situated just 300 metres from Iglesia San Pedro Apostol, within a 2-km distance of such to entertainment venues as the Old Customs House. The Church of Our Lady of La Soledad, a nearby place of worship, is nearly 25 minutes on foot from the hostel.

In The Wind Hostel And boasts location in the vicinity of the Fountain of La Hispanidad.

8.3
528 reviews
~ US$13 / night

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

2.9 km (1.8 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Sun terrace

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

The San Jose hostel is situated just 300 metres from Iglesia San Pedro Apostol, within a 2-km distance of such to entertainment venues as the Old Customs House. The Church of Our Lady of La Soledad, a nearby place of worship, is nearly 25 minutes on foot from the hostel.

In The Wind Hostel And boasts location in the vicinity of the Fountain of La Hispanidad.

8.3
528 reviews
From US$ 13 / night
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Hostel Shakti

Avenida 8, Calle 13
0.8 km (0.5 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Car park
    US$ 10 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sun terrace

The known Plaza de La Cultura welcomes shopping lovers 850 metres away, while the Church of Our Lady of La Soledad is just around the corner from the hostel. The Old Customs House is also situated merely 14 minutes' walk away.

Shakti hostel offers access to the National Museum of Costa Rica, which is 500 metres away.

7.8
722 reviews
~ US$13 / night

Hostel Shakti

0.8 km (0.5 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Car park
    US$ 10 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sun terrace

Hostel Shakti

The known Plaza de La Cultura welcomes shopping lovers 850 metres away, while the Church of Our Lady of La Soledad is just around the corner from the hostel. The Old Customs House is also situated merely 14 minutes' walk away.

Shakti hostel offers access to the National Museum of Costa Rica, which is 500 metres away.

7.8
722 reviews
From US$ 13 / night
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Hostel Casa Ridgway

Calle 15 Entre Avenida 6 Y 8.
0.8 km (0.5 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area

Offerring a location within a few blocks of UCR Insect Museum, the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the Old Customs House, which is 0.8 km away. You can access the touristy Municipal Craft Open-Air Market (0.6 km) and the bustling San Jose Central Market (1.7 km) as popular shopping choices in the area.

Casa Ridgway hostel is just 10 minutes on foot from the Chinatown, San Jose and merely 450 metres from the National Museum of Costa Rica.

Certain rooms include an adjoining terrace and a dining area, as well as amenities like tea and coffee making facilities for guests' added comfort. Some rooms provide a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to enhance guests' leisure time.

8.4
178 reviews
~ US$17 / night

Hostel Casa Ridgway

0.8 km (0.5 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area

Hostel Casa Ridgway

Offerring a location within a few blocks of UCR Insect Museum, the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the Old Customs House, which is 0.8 km away. You can access the touristy Municipal Craft Open-Air Market (0.6 km) and the bustling San Jose Central Market (1.7 km) as popular shopping choices in the area.

Casa Ridgway hostel is just 10 minutes on foot from the Chinatown, San Jose and merely 450 metres from the National Museum of Costa Rica.

Certain rooms include an adjoining terrace and a dining area, as well as amenities like tea and coffee making facilities for guests' added comfort. Some rooms provide a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to enhance guests' leisure time.

8.4
178 reviews
From US$ 17 / night
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Stray Cat Hostel

905 Calle 20 Barrio Mexico Merced San Jose Costa Rica 10102
1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shuttle service
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Entertainment

The San Jose hostel is just 1.4 km from the Kid's Museum and about 5 minutes' drive from such cultural venues as the Museum of Contemporary Art and Design. The hostel is within 25 minutes' walk of the La Sabana Park and approximately a 10-minute ride from the 72 - hectare La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

The Barrio Mexico neighborhood is only 550 metres away, and the Old Customs House, available to diversify your stay, is 2.3 km away.

8.2
203 reviews
~ US$20 / night

Stray Cat Hostel

1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shuttle service
  • 24-hour reception
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Entertainment

Stray Cat Hostel

The San Jose hostel is just 1.4 km from the Kid's Museum and about 5 minutes' drive from such cultural venues as the Museum of Contemporary Art and Design. The hostel is within 25 minutes' walk of the La Sabana Park and approximately a 10-minute ride from the 72 - hectare La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

The Barrio Mexico neighborhood is only 550 metres away, and the Old Customs House, available to diversify your stay, is 2.3 km away.

8.2
203 reviews
From US$ 20 / night
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Hotel Casa Colon

San Jose Paseo Colon Calle 24 Norte
1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace

Offerring a location within reach of the Park of Mercy, the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the historic theater "National Theatre of Costa Rica", which is nearly 5 minutes away by car. Casa Colon hostel is also 950 metres from the Borbon Central Market.

The Metropolitan Church of San José, a prominent religious site, is a short way from this property.

7.7
264 reviews
~ US$17 / night

Hotel Casa Colon

1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace

Hotel Casa Colon

Offerring a location within reach of the Park of Mercy, the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the historic theater "National Theatre of Costa Rica", which is nearly 5 minutes away by car. Casa Colon hostel is also 950 metres from the Borbon Central Market.

The Metropolitan Church of San José, a prominent religious site, is a short way from this property.

7.7
264 reviews
From US$ 17 / night
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Casa Escalante Hostel

Del Restaurante Sapporo 25 Metros Al Norte, Barrio Escalante, San Jose, Costa Rica.
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Shuttle service
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Entertainment
  • Garden area

This San Jose hotel lies in the Barrio Escalante district of San Jose with easy access to the performing arts theater "Teatro Eugene O'Neill", which is 500 metres away. The known Plaza de La Cultura is in the vicinity of the Casa Escalante, while Parada Ageco bus stop is approximately a 10-minute walk away.

The property is also within reach of Metropolitan Park. There is the famed park "Parque Nacional" 1.7 km from this hotel.

8
853 reviews
~ US$11 / night

Casa Escalante Hostel

2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Shuttle service
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Entertainment
  • Garden area

Casa Escalante Hostel

This San Jose hotel lies in the Barrio Escalante district of San Jose with easy access to the performing arts theater "Teatro Eugene O'Neill", which is 500 metres away. The known Plaza de La Cultura is in the vicinity of the Casa Escalante, while Parada Ageco bus stop is approximately a 10-minute walk away.

The property is also within reach of Metropolitan Park. There is the famed park "Parque Nacional" 1.7 km from this hotel.

8
853 reviews
From US$ 11 / night
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Hospedaje Casa Academica

Avenida 1, Calle 53, San Pedro.
2.8 km (1.8 mi) from city center
10
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Laundry
  • Tea and coffee facilities

This hostel is 2.3 km from the Museum of Contemporary Art and Design and 2.1 km from such cultural venues as the National Museum of Costa Rica. The traditional Simon Bolivar Zoo is also situated a 25-minute walk away.

Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the Park of Mercy, which is 3 km away.

8.9
10 reviews
~ US$30 / night

Hospedaje Casa Academica

2.8 km (1.8 mi) from city center
10
  • Shared kitchen
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Laundry
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Hospedaje Casa Academica

This hostel is 2.3 km from the Museum of Contemporary Art and Design and 2.1 km from such cultural venues as the National Museum of Costa Rica. The traditional Simon Bolivar Zoo is also situated a 25-minute walk away.

Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the Park of Mercy, which is 3 km away.

8.9
10 reviews
From US$ 30 / night
  • Great deal
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Hostal Canarias

Dra Karen Solano - Implantes Dentales - Urgencias Dentales - Diseno De Sonrisa
3.4 km (2.1 mi) from city center
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tea and coffee facilities

San Jose 2000 is right around the corner from this hostel, while Tobias Bolanos International airport is 5 km away. The Barrio Mexico neighborhood can be reached 2.2 km from the San Jose hostel.

Canarias hostel is situated a 15-minute ride from the Chinatown, San Jose and a stone's throw from the Casino Concorde.

8.2
10 reviews

Hostal Canarias

3.4 km (2.1 mi) from city center
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Hostal Canarias

San Jose 2000 is right around the corner from this hostel, while Tobias Bolanos International airport is 5 km away. The Barrio Mexico neighborhood can be reached 2.2 km from the San Jose hostel.

Canarias hostel is situated a 15-minute ride from the Chinatown, San Jose and a stone's throw from the Casino Concorde.

8.2
10 reviews
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Luz De Luna Barrio Escalante

C. 33 En Frente De Intensa Luz De Luna
1.8 km (1.1 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Terrace
  • Garden area

The hostel is only 1.8 km from the Chinatown, San Jose and approximately 5 minutes by car from such cultural venues as the Cenac. Luz De Luna Barrio Escalante hostel is situated within 25 minutes' walk of the traditional Simon Bolivar Zoo.

The Parque de Francia is just 400 metres away, and the Old Customs House, available to diversify your stay, is merely 0.6 km away.

7.4
73 reviews
~ US$61 / night

Luz De Luna Barrio Escalante

1.8 km (1.1 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Terrace
  • Garden area

Luz De Luna Barrio Escalante

The hostel is only 1.8 km from the Chinatown, San Jose and approximately 5 minutes by car from such cultural venues as the Cenac. Luz De Luna Barrio Escalante hostel is situated within 25 minutes' walk of the traditional Simon Bolivar Zoo.

The Parque de Francia is just 400 metres away, and the Old Customs House, available to diversify your stay, is merely 0.6 km away.

7.4
73 reviews
From US$ 61 / night
  • Top location
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Hostal Del Este Santa Fe

Teatro Nacional 300 Metros Al Sur Y 25 Metros Este,Avenida 8 Calle 3Y5
0.3 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • 24-hour reception

The San Jose hostel is located within a 7-km distance of the mission-focused amusement park "Parque Diversiones" and within a few blocks of the fair-trade gallery "Galeria Namu". You can access the touristy Municipal Craft Open-Air Market (0.8 km) and the bustling San Jose Central Market (0.9 km) as popular shopping choices in the area.

The known Plaza de La Cultura is only 450 metres away, and the historic theater "National Theatre of Costa Rica", available to diversify your stay, is approximately a 5-minute stroll away.

5.8
18 reviews
~ US$64 / night

Hostal Del Este Santa Fe

0.3 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • 24-hour reception

Hostal Del Este Santa Fe

The San Jose hostel is located within a 7-km distance of the mission-focused amusement park "Parque Diversiones" and within a few blocks of the fair-trade gallery "Galeria Namu". You can access the touristy Municipal Craft Open-Air Market (0.8 km) and the bustling San Jose Central Market (0.9 km) as popular shopping choices in the area.

The known Plaza de La Cultura is only 450 metres away, and the historic theater "National Theatre of Costa Rica", available to diversify your stay, is approximately a 5-minute stroll away.

5.8
18 reviews
From US$ 64 / night

Are you in a hurry?

Here is a quick list of Hostels in San Jose (San Jose), selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Costa Rica Backpackers

7.8 / 10

(3866 Reviews)

From 10$
Nativus Art-Hostel

8.9 / 10

(914 Reviews)

From 18$
Awa San Jose

7.9 / 10

(653 Reviews)

From 10$
Eco Stay Hostel

9.1 / 10

(412 Reviews)

From 50$
Gaudy'S Hostel

8.3 / 10

(1246 Reviews)

From 11$

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which budget hostels in San Jose are best for exploring downtown?

Hostel Shakti and Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante are great budget options located in downtown San Jose. They provide easy access to museums and parks in the area.

Tip:

Visit the National Museum before 10am for shorter lines and a quiet experience.

Which hostels near the airport are the most convenient?

Awa San Jose and Gaudy's Hostel are both close to Juan Santamaría International Airport. They offer easy shuttle services and are just a short drive away.

Tip:

Book an early shuttle to the airport to ensure you avoid rush-hour traffic.

What are the best hostels near cultural landmarks?

Eco Stay Hostel and In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse are near notable places like the Jade Museum. These hostels are perfect for those interested in Costa Rican history.

Tip:

Plan your visit to the Jade Museum on weekdays to avoid large crowds.

Where can I find budget hostels for families in San Jose?

Hostel Casa Ridgway and Hospedaje Casa Academica offer family-friendly accommodations. They have areas suitable for children and provide a welcoming environment.

Tip:

Look for family rooms with kitchenette facilities to save on meals.

Which hostels are ideal for solo travelers in San Jose?

Costa Rica Backpackers and Nativus Art-Hostel are popular among solo travelers. They foster a communal environment where meeting others is easy.

Tip:

Participate in hostel-organized activities to make connections with fellow travelers.

What hostels in San Jose are known for their artsy vibe?

Hostel Casa Ridgway and Nativus Art-Hostel are well-known for their creative atmospheres. They feature local art and provide art-related activities.

Tip:

Attend a gallery night event to experience local art and connect with fellow art lovers.

Which hostels near historic districts should I consider?

Casa Escalante Hostel and Hostal Del Este Santa Fe provide access to San Jose's historic districts. You can explore colonial architecture and vibrant markets nearby.

Tip:

Walk to the Morazan Park area in the morning for a scenic start to your day.

How can I find the right hostel in San Jose?

Look for hostels with good reviews and ratings on booking platforms. Compare amenities like free breakfast and Wi-Fi to find what suits you best.

Tip:

Check hostels with a flexible cancellation policy in case your plans change.

What should I know about safety in San Jose hostels?

Most hostels have secure access and staff on-site 24/7, making them safe options. Keep valuables locked up and use a lock for your luggage.

Tip:

Avoid walking alone in poorly lit areas after dark to ensure your safety.

How can I get around San Jose easily while staying at a hostel?

Public transport, like buses, is convenient and affordable for getting around San Jose. Many hostels are near main bus stops, providing easy access to attractions.

Tip:

Purchase a bus card at local stores for ease of travel and better rates on fares.

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