10 Hostels hotel in San Jose: Best hotel deals for 2023

May 13, 2023 Enedina Augsburger

Vibrant and packed with Victorian mansions, Costa Rica's rowdy, bustling capital was built on the profits of the coffee trade and working "golden bean" plantations still surround the city. Try freshly roasted local beans at Mercado Central. For shinier gold, visit the Museo del Oro. Many renovated landmarks now house stylish hotels. Usually viewed as a hub, rather than a destination, nightlife is concentrated in Spanish village-inspired El Pueblo. Don't miss the elegant 1897 National Theater.
Restaurants in San Jose

1. Selina San Jose

Avenida 9 Calles 13 y 15, San Jose Costa Rica
Excellent
48%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
7%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 180 reviews

Selina San Jose

Welcome to the first urban Selina, a hotspot for adventurers, working nomads, hipsters, and artists alike. The art, cuisine, nightlife, and spirit of this city will be an energizing, and enjoyable slap on the face full of nouveau Latin flavor. Stroll with Saturday shoppers through the San Jose farmers market, join the crowds in Parque La Sabana, dance the night away, or visit one of the many museums in Costa Rica’s cultural capital. Tucked away from the city hustle in the trendy historic district of Barrio Otoya is our stylish Urban office. This carefully designed space houses budding startups, freelancers and artists. Our office will allow you to get your work done, network and enjoy all the music, art and culture that has put Costa Rica on the international stage. Selina San Jose is located in Barrio Otoya, one of the oldest and most vibrant neighborhoods in the city. Features like Selina Home, The Playground, the tour office, and CoWork space add the perfect finishing touch. Stay in our dormitories, standard, deluxe, or private rooms. Suites and family rooms available. Start with a walking tour, stop for coffee, and find your new favorite outfit: in cosmopolitan San Jose, there’s a wealth of activities to choose from.

Decent hostel, poor management and service

Reviewed By Meander20893540420

Check in is at 3pm, which is a bit late, made even worse by the fact that the rooms were delayed by more than an hour so ourselves and several other guests couldn’t check in before 4-4:30pm. There is little to nothing to do, just people waiting to get into their rooms. After getting our room, suddenly 2 other guests unlocked the door and came in, saying it was their room, while we laying in our room. Seems the hostel has sold the same room to 2 separate bookings. Super unprofessional and inconvenient as a customer to have your door unlocked from the outside and others coming in.

2. Casa Aldea

Avenida 2 Calle 28 100m sur Pizza Hut Paseo Colón Frente a Sala Garbo, San Jose 10101 Costa Rica
Excellent
45%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
9%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 241 reviews

Casa Aldea

In the heart of the San Jose neighborhood, you will find the newly renovated Casa Aldea. Aldea means ‘village’ in Spanish — and that is what you will get when you stay here! This 100-year-old Victorian mansion will amaze you with its unique personality, where it combines vibrant history with modern living. The freshly upgraded rooms are great for solo travelers, couples, and friends to stay for a few nights or even a few weeks. Come to Casa Aldea to feel like a home away from home and meet new people from all over the world! We are located on Paseo Colón, a bustling street in the heart of San Jose. With a safe, central location, we attract travelers for many reasons, such as medical tourism, conferences/business, concerts, theatre, and convenient travel to any of Costa Rica’s beautiful beaches, mountains, waterfalls, and other nature reserves. In total, we have 4 new upgraded rooms that come with a private bathroom and TV. If you have a car, we have free parking in the back. Pura Vida!

My favourite place to stay in San Jose

Reviewed By fumanchu1968

I’ve been living in Costa Rica on the coast for 18 years now and for the past five years when I go to San Jose I stay at Hostel Aldea. I find that it is extremely comfortable and the staff is super friendly. It’s like staying at home. The restaurant is also excellent. I recommend this place for backpackers and for people who are looking for a nice quiet and comfortable stay.

3. Capital Boutique Hostel

Avenida 16 A & Calle 60 A, Sabana Sur 50 m west from Colegio Tecnico Profesional, San Jose 10108 Costa Rica
Excellent
90%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 29 reviews

Capital Boutique Hostel

We offer you quality and personalized accommodation while experiencing San José. We embrace diversity in a co-living environment that provides you comfort in each of our unique spaces. We're a small hostel and like to pay special attention to details to make your stay more pleasant and grant you the comfort you need during your visit to San José, whether it's a short or long one. We are in La Sabana, which is close enough to the main downtown area but away from the noise and crowds - just a couple of blocks south from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, with very easy access to/from the airport. Enjoy each of our carefully designed spaces not only for a great rest but for creativity, relaxation and cultural experiences. Common areas include: - Fully equipped kitchen - Backyard with BBQ facilities and space for yoga - Entertainment area with pool table, video projector, musical instruments, vinyl player, board games - Indoor patio - Work desk - Book exchange and reading area - Living room

Super clean and calm hostel!

Reviewed By carelynt2022

Upon arrival, I noticed how calm the hostel was which was perfect for someone who had a long trip the following day. The staff is also super helpful and makes sure to walk around on a regular basis. Plus, the place is super clean and spacious!

4. Gaudys Eco Hotel

Avenida 5 Entre Calle 36 y 38 Del Banco de Costa Rica en Paseo Colón, 200 mts. Norte, 150 Mts. Este, San Jose 10104 Costa Rica
Excellent
40%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
7%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 226 reviews

Gaudys Eco Hotel

Ideally located in a safe neighborhood of San Jsoe, a few steps of: 3 different banks, supermarkets open untill midnight, main street in san jose, all fast food restaurants (KFC, taco bell, wendys, subway...)2 minutes taxi ride from coca cola bus station (buses to pacif zone), ticabus (buses to all central america), sabana park (largest park in san jose)As you can see, you will all what you need close by.We also offer: free breakfast, internet, wifi, parking,kitchen, dvds to watch, cooffe and tea all day

Personal, hospitable and exceptionally friendly!

Reviewed By DaBe88

This family hotel/hotel has people that are so hospitable and friendly, they make you wish you were a better person yourself! I arrived late and left early, but they were trying to figure out ways to make me feel comfortable and welcome! Even if that meant making me an unexpected breakfast at 6:15 when my shuttle bus was delayed!

5. Stray Cat Hostel

905 Calle 20 Barrio Mexico, San Jose 10102 Costa Rica
Excellent
67%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 39 reviews

Stray Cat Hostel

Ideal location, VERY VERYNOISY!

Reviewed By rachelmifsud

When we arrived For check in we were taken to another hotel around the corner from the stray cat - I’m not actually sure If this is even legal to put someone up in a different hotel to the one that was booked??? We were checked into a room that adjoins the downstairs public area. Every time the doorbell went or someone came into or out of the hotel you heard it. The noise was absolutely awful. If we hadn’t of just arrived after a long flight I would have moved to another hotel. The reason we stayed is because it was so convenient to get transport from 7/10 bus terminal for onward connection. Location is pretty rough! That said, the staff were very, very helpful and the breakfast was just what we needed before our joinery (toast, cereal, tea and coffee).

6. Hostel Del Paseo

Avenida 1 entre calles 26 y 28 Paseo Colon Frente a Torres Paseo Colón, San José Centro., San Jose 10102 Costa Rica
Excellent
75%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 20 reviews

Hostel Del Paseo

Located in San Jose, within a 17-minute walk of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and one kilometer of National Theatre of Costa Rica, Hostel del Paseo provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 2.3 km from National Stadium of Costa Rica, 5.8 km from Parque Diversiones and 8 km from Multiplaza Escazu. The property has karaoke and a shared kitchen. A continental breakfast is available daily at the hostel. You can play pool and darts at Hostel del Paseo. Costa Rican Art Museum is a 12-minute walk from the accommodation, while San Jose Central Market is 1.1 km away. The nearest airport is Tobias Bolanos International Airport, 6.8 km from Hostel del Paseo.

An affordable and clean hostel

Reviewed By demashque

Located just 15 minutes from the center of SJ, this hostel provides a great location, clean rooms, friendly staff and lots more. It has a pool table, ping pong table, and large kitchen and hanging out area.

7. Costa Rica Backpackers

Avenida 6, Calle 21/25 De la iglesia Sagrado Corazon, 100 metros norte, 50 oeste., San Jose Costa Rica
Excellent
18%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
24%
Poor
11%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 442 reviews

Costa Rica Backpackers

Costa Rica Backpackers is the first hostel in the country. We are independent and locally run, and as such ou will get the personal touch not found in big chain hostels. We opened our doors in 2001, and have been the number one meeting spot in the capital ever since. Come and hang out with travelers from all over the world! Swaying palms, smooth tunes, free breakfast, kitchen facilities, WiFi, swinging hammocks, that's the Costa Rica Backpackers way! Think global, stay local

I would suggest staying somewhere else. The photos were appealing for us but instantly realised we had made a mistake!!

Reviewed By Curiosity55241815876

Incredibly rude staff, perhaps they’re trying to employ rude people. Has a bar and restaurant which is good but only when they’re open. Kitchen too small. Cant get delivery’s of food. Cant smoke or bring your own beer. Power cuts and no wifi!!

8. Nativus Art Hostel

Entre Calle 36 y 38, Ave 5 Edificio 3650, Paseo Colon, San Jose 10102 Costa Rica
Excellent
81%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 16 reviews

Nativus Art Hostel

Our hostel is a small and colorful option where you can rest pleasantly, having all the necessary amenities for it, while being captivated by the various murals and artistic pieces that can be observed in the hostel. By the way our hostel has a cafeteria for Lovers of a good coffee. One of the characteristics that stand out to us would be to be in a quiet and safe area in the city where after walking a short distance you will have access to the main tourist attractions that you can appreciate or enjoy the city of San José, it should be noted that we are very close to supermarkets and bars and restaurant as well as shopping centers.

A Must Visit

Reviewed By edfP9589AS

The breakfast is very generous and very healthy and tasty and made to order with the owner who is very attentive. She is super helpful. The architecture is very interesting in its use of height, sight, and light to make a space appear long and large, along with mirrors for the same purpose. (The daughter is a very creative architect!) It is worth visiting even for that reason alone, the same with the decorations that make you feel that you are in a green place, in the jungle. It truly is an education in interior design. The other guests were very interesting from different parts of the world; also very nice. The mother and daughter help you in your plans whether its finding your way around or fixing your phone with a new Sim card.

9. Eco Stay Hostel

Calle 27A Edificio Dos Plantas, San Jose 10104 Costa Rica
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1 reviews

Eco Stay Hostel

Hostal perfecto en San Jose

Reviewed By APN2020

De todos los hostales en cuales me quedé en Costa Rica, el hostal Eco-Stay es definitivamente uno de los mejores! La casa siempre es super limpia, los dueños extremadamente agradables y ayudantes y la ubicación a 10/15mn de pie del centro es perfecta para estar cerca de todo sin tener los inconvenientes del ruido y de la circulación. Para es mi, el hostal perfecto para unos días en San Jose.

10. Lost In San Jose

Avenida 8 Calle 43 Plaza Vivo Freshmarket 100 Metros Hacia El Oeste, San Jose 11501 Costa Rica
Excellent
50%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
17%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 6 reviews

Lost In San Jose

One of the bestsellers in San José! Lost In Costa Rica is located in San José, 2.9 km from Costa Rica's National Theater. Our Eco Hostel has private and shared rooms. Large areas of shared use such as Games Room with Pool table, darts, chess and more, Deck, Garden, Dining room, Kitchen. We have free private parking, 24-hour service and security and WIFI in all rooms. We offer currency exchange and free tourist information service. A unique place to have a good time, in the center of the country with the possibility of recovering every corner of Pura Vida. The La Sabana metropolitan park is 5 km from the Lost In Costa Rica, while the Costa Rica National Stadium is 6 km away. Tobías Bolaños International Airport is the closest and is 11 km away.

Amazing place - great staff - best location in San Jose - Don't miss it!!

Reviewed By Kahina12345

Fully recommended! The genuine kindness of the staff is one of the highlights of this place, they immediately make you feel at home. The hostal is located in the safest and best neighborhood of San Jose (San Pedro) with nice restaurants around. The rooms are super clean, we stayed in a private room it was great but they also have dorms. There is a big kitchen and different common spaces to chill out. The internet connection works great, this was useful as I needed to do some work. We had an amazing time and it is now our go-to place whenever we need to travel to San Jose! Something important that I want to mention is the power we have as clients to vote with our buying decisions... what I can say is that they are serious about caring for our planet. They have interesting initiatives so it is nice to know you are supporting a local project with a heart-centered approach. Lastly likes attracts likes so the guests staying there were also amazing and aligned with the vibe of the hostel. I can't recommend it enough!!

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