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Compare 18 Hostels in San José with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Exterior

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (160)
"Had a private room that was surprisingly large was very close to airport perfect hostel to kill 24 hours before a flight."
The price is AED 73
AED 162 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Toucan Hostel
Room

Toucan Hostel

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"Ideal place to spend the night, before an early flight or arriving on a late flight. The place is relatively inexpensive and it was clean. I would stay there again. However, it is a shared bathroom, so some travelers may not like that."
The price is AED 211
AED 239 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Toucan Hostel
Hotel Cortez
Exterior

Hotel Cortez

2.0 star property
The price is AED 92
AED 104 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Hotel Cortez
Hostel La Cascada
Room

Hostel La Cascada

2.0 star property
Hostel La Cascada
Casa Roca - Hostel
Front of property

Casa Roca - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (4)
"Location was good for needing to get to airport quickly. Upon initial entry to room everything looked nice and clean. Dropped luggage and then promptly left to see friend. When returning later found that the sheets were covered in hairs...probably dog or cat, at least that is what I hope it was. Grossed out but it was late at night and not in mood to have it changed. Swapped beds with friend."
Casa Roca - Hostel
Airport traveler's home. - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Airport traveler's home. - Hostel

1.0 star property
Airport traveler's home. - Hostel
Toucan Hostel
Room

Toucan Hostel

2.0 star property
Toucan Hostel
Villas Cipreses - Hostel
Exterior

Villas Cipreses - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (6)
"We were in Grecia to celebrate our anniversary and visit friends. Villa Cipreses was an oasis in a hot and humid land. Our room was dated but clean and although they advertised air conditioning there was none. Fortunately we had our own fan with us so we were able to stay comfortable. The restaurant was great and we enjoyed the overall beauty of the blue hydrangeas and other plantings on the property. the owners of the property seem surprised when we arrived but they did provide accommodations...
Villas Cipreses - Hostel
Mangifera Hostel
Exterior

Mangifera Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (15)
"About what you'd expect for a hostel. Things are clean enough, and the bed's good enough. The staff were very nice."
Mangifera Hostel
Global House Costa Rica Backpackers
Terrace/patio

Global House Costa Rica Backpackers

2.0 star property
Global House Costa Rica Backpackers
Robles Hostel
Outdoor pool

Robles Hostel

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"So I got in at 10PM on a Friday. Dropped my bags and wanted to go hit a bar. Alexis gave me a place called Santos in the same area of Escazu. While taking an uber home, I left my phone in the uber upon getting back to the Hostel. Alexis was so helpful the next day. He made sure to get in contact with the Uber driver as well as the bar owner. The uber driver did not find my Phone at first. I was literally on my way to my next destination a mile away in a taxi Alexis arranged and Alexis called...
Robles Hostel
Hostel Trotamundos
Lobby sitting area

Hostel Trotamundos

1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (13)
"This place is CLOSED yet hotels.com keeps offering it online. I booked through hotels.com as part of my trip and when I got their and the hotel was no longer in operation, and it was a nightmare dealing with hotels.com. They are pushy and it is a mess. When I started demanding my money back, a pushy person who spoke broken English called to sell me ANOTHER hotel, but refused to give me my money back. I am realizing hotels.com is a racket."
Hostel Trotamundos
Rescue Center - Hostel
Exterior

Rescue Center - Hostel

2.0 star property
Rescue Center - Hostel
Green Country Hotel - Hostel
Room

Green Country Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (4)
"Very large room. Good deal. Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzxxxxxdddd."
Green Country Hotel - Hostel
Kairos Hostel
View from property

Kairos Hostel

2.0 star property
5.0 out of 10, (21)
"The hotel is closed with a se vende sign out front."
Kairos Hostel
TripOn 2 - Hostel - Adults Only
Outdoor pool

TripOn 2 - Hostel - Adults Only

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5)
"Amazing place. Loved everything about it"
TripOn 2 - Hostel - Adults Only
Villa Hostel
Interior

Villa Hostel

1.5 star property
5.0 out of 10, (4)
"Room without window, terrible light. Reception was like the living room of the family, where they looked TV what we heard. The hostel was located in a main road, very loud. We had to open 2 gates and 2 doors to get in our room. We felt like being in a jail. Much too expensive!!!"
Villa Hostel
Campamento & Hostel Cafeaventura
View from room

Campamento & Hostel Cafeaventura

2.0 star property
Campamento & Hostel Cafeaventura
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Outdoor pool

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (800)
"Lovely set up staff are helpful and friendly.. good breakfast .. cooks eggs to order .. on site laundry and shop My apartment was huge a bit noisy this time I stayed much quieter previous time "
The price is AED 418
AED 473 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Apartamentos Cityzen
Front of property

Apartamentos Cityzen

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"Everything was what we needed, would stay here again on my future SJO travels"
The price is AED 744
AED 840 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Apartamentos Cityzen
Buen Camino Hotel, San Mateo
Exterior

Buen Camino Hotel, San Mateo

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28)
"Beautiful outdoor setting at the top of the hill, with beautiful blue pool and string lights. Great views of the surrounding area and nature. The cottages are clean and well done. Surrounded by nature. Good restaurant. We had pesto pasta with shrimps, and garlic shrimp. Strawberry daiquiri was also great. The bike park and high end bike rentals sound awesome. We didn't try them. Friendly service. We also happened to talk to some of the owners. Great to hear what they are trying to do for the...
The price is AED 286
AED 323 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Buen Camino Hotel, San Mateo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San José?
The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 70°F. The rainiest months in San José are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 20 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San José?
Major attractions include Poás Volcano National Park. Get out into nature with places like Juan Santamaría Park, Ojo de Agua Spa Park, and Poas Volcano. Locals like to shop at San Ramon Municipal Market and City Mall.
What's the best way to get to and around San José while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around San José in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), 13.6 mi (21.9 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), situated 18.5 mi (29.7 km) away.