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6 Nov - 8 Nov
In two weeks
13 Nov - 15 Nov
In one month
27 Nov - 29 Nov
In two months
25 Dec - 27 Dec

Our top choices for San Juan hostels

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a balcony with a view.

1. Hostel Cattleya

Hostel Cattleya
1.5 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (71 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Divya
The price is AED 88
AED 100 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hostel Cattleya
A covered balcony with a bench, hanging baskets, and potted plants.

2. Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (91 reviews)
"Great location to shops and restaurants. Booked all excursions through hostel, they were super helpful in arranging everything we needed."
United Kingdom
JULIE
The price is AED 155
AED 175 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
A wooden cabin with two beds, a small wooden desk, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

3. Manakin Lodge

Manakin Lodge
2.0 star property
Monteverde
7.2 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Excellent staff. Kitchen and dining area was great. "
United States
Sophia
The price is AED 94
AED 106 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Manakin Lodge
Land view from property

4. Hostel del Pacífico

Hostel del Pacífico
3.0 star property
Puntarenas
The price is AED 165
AED 187 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hostel del Pacífico
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel stove, a microwave, and a sink. There are two stools at the counter.

5. Monteverde Monkey Hostel

Monteverde Monkey Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is AED 108
AED 122 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Monteverde Monkey Hostel
A wooden interior with a bed, a hanging chair, and a plant.

6. Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown

Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is AED 125
AED 141 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel El Rey Monteverde Downtown
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Top San Juan Hotel Reviews

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"This is an amazing place to stay. The food at the restaurant is very good the service provided by each and every staff member is truly great. They really are exceptional with their customer service. The view facing the Arenal volcano is breathtaking. Will definitely recommend this place."
Saim 5-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Juan?
You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which has good reviews from our guests: Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa - 22.6 mi (36.4 km) from the heart of San Juan. Property features at this lodge include free breakfast.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Juan?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in San Juan are October, August, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 19 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San Juan?
Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate the area around San Juan. Get out into nature with places like Monteverde Butterfly Gardens, Monteverde Orchid Garden, and Wildlife Refuge Monteverde. Cultural attractions include Ecomuseo de las Minas de Abangares. Additional attractions include The Bat Jungle, Curi-Cancha Reserve, and Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde.
What's the best way to get to and around San Juan while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around San Juan in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), located 26.3 mi (42.2 km) from the city center. Another option is Tambor (TMU), located 34.5 mi (55.5 km) away.