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Compare 8 Hostels in San José with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

Toucan Hostel
Living area

Toucan Hostel

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (21)
"Nice place to stay, very close to the airport. "
Toucan Hostel
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Interior

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (175)
"Had a private room that was surprisingly large was very close to airport perfect hostel to kill 24 hours before a flight."
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Hostel La Cascada
Interior detail

Hostel La Cascada

2.0 star property
Hostel La Cascada
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
Toucan Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Toucan Hostel

2.0 star property
Toucan Hostel
Airport traveler's home. - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Airport traveler's home. - Hostel

1.0 star property
Airport traveler's home. - Hostel
Global House Costa Rica Backpackers
Basic House | Terrace/patio

Global House Costa Rica Backpackers

2.0 star property
Global House Costa Rica Backpackers
Campamento & Hostel Cafeaventura
Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Garden View | 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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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: 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 free parking at this hotel. Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport - 17.6 mi (28.3 km) from the heart of San José. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and tour assistance at this hotel.
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.