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Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante

Barrio Escalante, San José

Located in San José and with La Sabana Metropolitan Park reachable within 5.3 km, Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The stuff are amazing, so helpful, friendly and positive. The vibe in the hostel is great. Hostel itself is very cozy an pleasant. I would definitely stay here again

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9.1
Superb
481 reviews
Price from
96 zł
per night

Eco Stay Hostel

San José

Situated in San José, 4.7 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Eco Stay Hostel features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Located around 6.2 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, the hostel with free WiFi is also 9.1 km away from Parque Diversiones. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. Staff we’re really friendly, everything was clean and breakfast super good! Location isn’t right at the centrum, but you walk there about 20 min. Area felt safe. Bed had curtains, reading light and plug, which is perfect!

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9.4
Superb
669 reviews
Price from
210 zł
per night

Ester`s Place

Escazu

Ester`s Place in Escazù. provides accommodation with, a garden and a terrace. All rooms boast a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen for guests. Ester is such a lovely owner. It's my second time there , room was huge, with good facilities. Perfect and very safe location , close to restaurants, cafe, medical services, and shopping.

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9.2
Superb
124 reviews

Hostel Casa Ridgway

San José

Hostel Casa Ridgway offers accommodation in San José. Free parking is available on site.

The rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom equipped with a shower. Hostel Casa Ridgway features free WiFi throughout the property. There is luggage storage space at the property. The staff were so so cheerful and welcoming, I felt straight like being at home. The shared shower & toilet was spacious, and felt comfortable using. The kitchen, living room and several shared public spaces were really comfortable.

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9.4
Superb
51 reviews
Price from
151 zł
per night

Gaudys Hotel

San José

Gaudys Hotel is located 8 minutes’ walk from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 2 km from San José City Centre. Free WiFi access is available in public areas.

The private bathrooms come with a bath or shower and free toiletries. Bed linens are provided. The stuff is so friendly, breakfast is great, beautiful green oasis in a loud and chaotic city, 10 mins walk from the airport. I will be back again & felt so safe and sound as a solo travelling woman. Good place to meet other travelers, too.

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8.2
Very good
1,426 reviews
Price from
70 zł
per night

Casa Escalante Hostel

Barrio Escalante, San José

Situated in San José and with La Sabana Metropolitan Park reachable within 5.3 km, Casa Escalante Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is located 6.8 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, 10 km from Parque Diversiones and 23 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and room service for guests. Very clean place, lots of corners for private space. You don't feel the people around you if you want your own place.

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8.6
Fabulous
558 reviews
Price from
56 zł
per night

Stray Cat Hostel

San José

Boasting a shared lounge, Stray Cat Hostel offers accommodation in San José, 48 km from Poas National Park and 2.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. The property is around 3.8 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, 6.6 km from Parque Diversiones and 19 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. I loved this place. It is well located near to downtown and bus stations which is very convenient. The workers Cesar and Kenneth are amazingly kind and helpful. They are always ready to give orientation and advice. Also Laura on the weekends. The common areas are also clean and comfortable. Breakfast is included from 5 a.m. so you can have it before taking an early bus to other towns. You can have coffee or tea for free 24/7. In the evening you can order delicious pizza for a good price. I'll go back when visiting Costa Rica again.

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8
Very good
881 reviews
Price from
179 zł
per night

Lost in San Jose Hostel & Suites

San José

Situated in San José, 5.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Lost in San Jose Hostel & Suites features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is located 6.8 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, 10 km from Parque Diversiones and 22 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. The staff was very friendly and helpful with questions about San José, they even helped me find a way to get to other areas in Costa Rica. The hostel had a nice relaxed vibe and is always clean. There's an outdoor area that is beautiful and surrounded by nature and its great for socializing with everyone. It's in a nice area that is in walking distance from many things like Sodas, the mall, Barrio Escalante, etc. Overall awesome stay

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8
Very good
697 reviews
Price from
52 zł
per night

NATIVUS Art-Hostel

San José

Set in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 47 km, NATIVUS Art-Hostel offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is situated 1.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 1.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 5.2 km from Parque Diversiones. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests. The hostel was quiet, clean, and professional. The staff was delightful and helpful. The atmosphere was lovely with art and plants everyway. It was close to central San José, banks, grocery, and Sábana park.

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8.9
Fabulous
856 reviews

StrayCat

San José

Set in San José, within an 8-minute walk of San Juan de Dios Hospital and 1 km of Metropolitan Hospital Costa Rica, StrayCat offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is situated 1.4 km from National Theatre of Costa Rica, 5 km from Parque Diversiones and a 15-minute walk from Metropolitan Cathedral. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, and buying tickets for guests.

The hostel offers a continental or buffet breakfast. I arrived late and had to leave very early the next morning. Staff was very friendly and informative and helped me with finding a bus. I also forgot to change my phone so woke up an hour early so the receptionist made me breakfast an hour early which was very nice of him

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8
Very good
310 reviews

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