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Compare 27 Hostels in San Rafael with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Living area

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (271)
"Nice atmoshere , good food ,other guests all good and friendly . will stay there again . "
The price is AED 34
AED 83 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Interior

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (169)
"As advertised: a place to sleep and shower. No frills. Decently clean. Shuttle service was prompt and it took no more than 10 min to get to the sleepy at mid morning. The only disappointment was that the rooftop bar is closed on Mondays (which was the only night I was there). I was looking forward to cooling off in the breeze up there and having a drink. "
The price is AED 70
AED 158 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Lolas
Deluxe Apartment, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom | Tempur-Pedic beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lolas

1.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (35)
"So much more to Lolas than you would think. Great accommodation with a fully equipped kitchen and beautiful interior decoration"
The price is AED 119
AED 134 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Lolas
Socialtel San Jose
Studio Suite | Bed sheets

Socialtel San Jose

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (183)
"I stayed at Selina/Socialtel San Jose for about a week until the 28th of January 2025 and my Spirit Animal for the stay was a Sloth because I did mostly nothing in the morning, then took a rest in the afternoon. One might not think this a feasible feat in a city such as San Jose. But, I accepted the challenge and made good on it. Mae, aquí pulseándola! I've stayed here at this property many times since my first time in 2019 or 2020. And, the staff has always been welcoming. It was fun to hang...
The price is AED 145
AED 164 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Socialtel San Jose
Toucan Hostel
Living area

Toucan Hostel

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15)
"Nice place to stay, very close to the airport. "
The price is AED 130
AED 147 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Toucan Hostel
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
Terrace/patio

Capital Hostel de Ciudad

2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54)
"Very helpful staff. Quiet area but not too far from the center."
The price is AED 204
AED 231 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
Exterior

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

1.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (9)
"I really like the atmosphere. Great host very friendly and helpful. Delicious pancake breakfast and coffee was amazing. I will definitely stay here again. "
The price is AED 99
AED 112 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
Hostel Casa Colon
Interior

Hostel Casa Colon

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (142)
"Great for a night’s rest and a shower in the city centre. Wonderful staff. They provide a loud fan which blocks out all the street noise for a good sleep. Gracias Casa colon!"
The price is AED 195
AED 220 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Hostel Casa Colon
Gaudys Hotel
Printers

Gaudys Hotel

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (21)
"This is pretty good for a short stay downtown San Jose. The downside is that it's a hostel, not a hotel. It's weird that they call it a hotel. And of course I had a private room with a private bathroom but this is definitely not a hotel."
The price is AED 322
AED 364 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Gaudys Hotel
Hotel del Paseo - Hostel
Premium Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi

Hotel del Paseo - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (62)
"too many emails when home. loved it. best of all my trips."
Hotel del Paseo - Hostel
Hotel Cortez
Property grounds

Hotel Cortez

2.0 star property
The price is AED 68
AED 77 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Hotel Cortez
SJO Oasis Hostel
Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

SJO Oasis Hostel

1.0 star property
4.6 out of 10, (4)
"No tuvimos contacto directo con el personal del lugar sin embargo siempre hubo comunicación y apoyo vía mensaje con ellos. A la noche es mejor no salir cerca. Útil si usaras la terminal de buses ya que queda muy cerca. "
The price is AED 67
AED 149 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
SJO Oasis Hostel
Casa Pandora
Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Casa Pandora

1.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Muy buena Quiero ver si es posible la devolución de dinero de la tercera persona que no ocupo el lugar"
The price is AED 81
AED 183 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Casa Pandora
Hostel La Cali Inn
Grand Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Hostel La Cali Inn

1.0 star property
The price is AED 195
AED 220 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Hostel La Cali Inn
Hostel La Cascada
Interior detail

Hostel La Cascada

2.0 star property
Hostel La Cascada
Finca Escalante - Hostel
Front of property - evening/night

Finca Escalante - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (15)
"Helpful staff; beautiful courtyard; great location."
Finca Escalante - Hostel
Hostel Trotamundos
Property amenity

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
Airport traveler's home. - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Airport traveler's home. - Hostel

1.0 star property
Airport traveler's home. - Hostel
Toucan Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Toucan Hostel

2.0 star property
Toucan Hostel
Nativus Art Hostel
Front of property - evening/night

Nativus Art Hostel

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"It was amazing hostel! I can't think of anything significant enough to complain about. The bed is SUPER soft! One of best hostel bed in my two years of traveling. There are outlet available on each bed which is useful. It's really beautiful too. One of most beautiful hostel I stayed in my two years. The service is great too. They are very nice people as well they try their best to adapt to your need. As I don't eat some specific food, they offered me a toasted bread with avocado for breakfast....
Nativus Art Hostel
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Other property types in San Rafael

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (838)
"Very good accommodation ,good location Bathrooms a little dated could have some Make up but they functioned well so it wasn’t a problem. Overall 👍 "
The price is AED 362
AED 410 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Apartotel Don Francisco
Terrace/patio

Apartotel Don Francisco

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
"We stayed for one night. The unit was large and offered plenty of space. Parking was convenient and dining options were within walking distance. The staff was very helpful; there was a slight mixup with the room, but they were able to come up with a solution we were happy with. Thank you."
The price is AED 185
AED 209 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Apartotel Don Francisco
Elegant, fully equipped residence with heated pool and great views

Elegant, fully equipped residence with heated pool and great views

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)
"Christina and her staff took such good care of us from the day we arrived till our last moments there! The home is even more beautiful than the pictures and the views are breathtaking! The food was absolutely delicious! Definitely one of the best vacation experiences I’ve had! I love Costa Rica and will definitely return to Casa Britto! Pura Vida!!"
Elegant, fully equipped residence with heated pool and great views
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 Rafael?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 66°F. The rainiest months in San Rafael are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 26 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San Rafael?
Get out into nature with places like Sabana Park, Parque La Sabana, and Chirripo National Park. Cultural attractions include Museum of Costa Rican Art, National Theater, and National Museum of Costa Rica. Locals like to shop at Avenida Escazú Shopping Center and Multiplaza Mall Escazu.
What's the best way to get to and around San Rafael while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Rafael on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), located 2 mi (3.2 km) from the city center. An alternative is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), located 6.6 mi (10.7 km) away.