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Compare 14 Hostels in San José with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (162)
"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 81
AED 170 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

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."
Toucan Hostel

Hostel La Cascada

2.0 star property
Hostel La Cascada

Airport traveler's home. - Hostel

1.0 star property
Airport traveler's home. - Hostel

Toucan Hostel

2.0 star property
Toucan Hostel

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

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

2.0 star property
Global House Costa Rica Backpackers

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

2.0 star property
Rescue Center - Hostel

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

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

2.0 star property
Campamento & Hostel Cafeaventura
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Apartamentos Cityzen

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (60)
"Really nice property. Super clean and spacious. Easy to access via security after hours. Highly recommend."
The price is AED 744
AED 841 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Apartamentos Cityzen

Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (136)
"Nice family, perfect for a night by the airport."
The price is AED 334
AED 377 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Airport SJO Residence 2 Edward & Familia

TIPS Vacation

3.0 star property
TIPS Vacation
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

What are the best hostels in San José?
Our travelers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable prices: Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport - 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from the heart of San José. Property features at this bed & breakfast include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG - 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from the heart of San José. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen - 19.3 mi (31 km) from the heart of San José. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this bed & breakfast.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San José?
Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing 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?
Get out into nature with places like Juan Castro Blanco National Park, Catarata del Toro, and Quesada City Park. Cultural attractions include San Ramon Museum and Arte Latino. Locals like to shop at San Ramon Municipal Market.
What's the best way to get to and around San José while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San José on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), 17.2 mi (27.7 km) from the city center. An alternative is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is 22.5 mi (36.1 km) away.