Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Hostel in San Jose
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hostel
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to National Museum of Costa Rica
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel offers 31 accommodations with safes and ceiling fans. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. This San José hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel offers 31 accommodations with safes and ceiling fans. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. This San José hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.
Amenities
Pool
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Garden
Map of San Jose
Available Rooms
Standard Double Room
Beds not specified • 215 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access
Beds not specified • 269 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access
Beds not specified • 269 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access
Beds not specified • 322 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool
Beds not specified • 215 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
3.0 / 5.0
The train rail was so close to the room and I can hear the train all morning
3.0 / 5.0
The train rail was so close to the room and I can hear the train all morning
5.0 / 5.0
My favorite spot in San Jose
5.0 / 5.0
Very cozy , i loved the atmosphere
5.0 / 5.0
My favorite spot in San Jose
5.0 / 5.0
nice stuff and cat,big space,pool is cool.
5.0 / 5.0
nice stuff and cat,big space,pool is cool.
1.0 / 5.0
I’d say it’s an accurate price for what you get. The place itself is nice, but around 4.30AM there’s a lot of traffic starting making noise as well as the train. The two people in the reception when I was checking in was nice but was more interested in talking to each other. Bought breakfast which was alright. Appreciated the free coffee.
They take 4 USD for 1 LITER of water, which is ridiculous. Buy it elsewhere if you have the possibility/time.
1.0 / 5.0
I’d say it’s an accurate price for what you get. The place itself is nice, but around 4.30AM there’s a lot of traffic starting making noise as well as the train. The two people in the reception when I was checking in was nice but was more interested in talking to each other. Bought breakfast which was alright. Appreciated the free coffee.
They take 4 USD for 1 LITER of water, which is ridiculous. Buy it elsewhere if you have the possibility/time.
5.0 / 5.0
Exactly what I was looking for, did the job can’t ask for much more really. Pool could’ve been slightly colder although I only went in it at the heat of the day
5.0 / 5.0
Exactly what I was looking for, did the job can’t ask for much more really. Pool could’ve been slightly colder although I only went in it at the heat of the day
5.0 / 5.0
located very centrally to museums and some eateries. if you want to hit the museo nacional, the museo del oro, etc. this is the perfect place! reasonably quiet, clean, with a friendly environment, and the in-house restaurant is super authentic and solid.
5.0 / 5.0
located very centrally to museums and some eateries. if you want to hit the museo nacional, the museo del oro, etc. this is the perfect place! reasonably quiet, clean, with a friendly environment, and the in-house restaurant is super authentic and solid.
2.5 / 5.0
It was a great place to stay. Beautiful grounds with a pool. It was mostly quiet, a lot of young people looking like they were partying, but that is pretty much expected. There was a restaurant, plenty of seating inside and outside, I just had yougert, granola, and fruit, but still very good and a beautiful presentation. It was very relaxing hanging out at the pool after a long day white water rafting.
I stayed in an all women dorm and a couple of the girls looked like they had moved in permanently with all their stuff all over the floor. I didn’t know that the shower didn’t have hot water so that was shockingly cold, apparently there is hot water in a different shower, why there wasn't a sign stating this in unbeknownst to me.
2.5 / 5.0
It was a great place to stay. Beautiful grounds with a pool. It was mostly quiet, a lot of young people looking like they were partying, but that is pretty much expected. There was a restaurant, plenty of seating inside and outside, I just had yougert, granola, and fruit, but still very good and a beautiful presentation. It was very relaxing hanging out at the pool after a long day white water rafting.
I stayed in an all women dorm and a couple of the girls looked like they had moved in permanently with all their stuff all over the floor. I didn’t know that the shower didn’t have hot water so that was shockingly cold, apparently there is hot water in a different shower, why there wasn't a sign stating this in unbeknownst to me.
1.0 / 5.0
I went to check in at 830pm and the staff told me to come back in 30.minutes because they were chatting and bothered.
The room was dirty and sheets had crumbs.
I asked about a towel for showering and they said i needed to give my id to hold. I never got a towel. I think thst should be minimum..
1.0 / 5.0
I went to check in at 830pm and the staff told me to come back in 30.minutes because they were chatting and bothered.
The room was dirty and sheets had crumbs.
I asked about a towel for showering and they said i needed to give my id to hold. I never got a towel. I think thst should be minimum..
5.0 / 5.0
Great place! Great vibe and people and the pool ☀️
5.0 / 5.0
Super cute. Feels like a boutique hotel. Safe area. Walkable. Near bars, restaurants, little parks, a museum, and the police station which makes area feel safe too ☀️
5.0 / 5.0
Super cute. Feels like a boutique hotel. Safe area. Walkable. Near bars, restaurants, little parks, a museum, and the police station which makes area feel safe too ☀️
5.0 / 5.0
Helpful stuff. Atmosphere. Location. They make you feel like home.
5.0 / 5.0
Helpful stuff. Atmosphere. Location. They make you feel like home.
5.0 / 5.0
Nice atmosphere, welcoming, quiet, kitchen and restaurant available. Close to a noisy train line but overall a good location.
5.0 / 5.0
Nice atmosphere, welcoming, quiet, kitchen and restaurant available. Close to a noisy train line but overall a good location.
4.0 / 5.0
We had the Twin Bedroom in the basement. It was big enough for two people, but a new Mattress would be nice. The price was good, what the hostel offers. So for a short stay for a few days to arrive to Costa Rica we can recommend it.
4.0 / 5.0
We had the Twin Bedroom in the basement. It was big enough for two people, but a new Mattress would be nice. The price was good, what the hostel offers. So for a short stay for a few days to arrive to Costa Rica we can recommend it.
1.0 / 5.0
As I selected above plus the molds and stint as you enter the room is something of a migraine. Stay away even if you are on strict budget it’s not worth the migraine and the rudeness of the local staff especially the guy who manages the place
1.0 / 5.0
As I selected above plus the molds and stint as you enter the room is something of a migraine. Stay away even if you are on strict budget it’s not worth the migraine and the rudeness of the local staff especially the guy who manages the place
4.0 / 5.0
Good hostel for short and cheap stay. Good reception staff and reception hours. The quality of the room and the furnitures arent great. Also, the toilets are limited.
4.0 / 5.0
Good hostel for short and cheap stay. Good reception staff and reception hours. The quality of the room and the furnitures arent great. Also, the toilets are limited.
5.0 / 5.0
This hostel is very clean and the staff is very helpful when you ask them about activities to do or buses to take. Moreover, the atmosphere with the bar and the restaurant help to know more people!
5.0 / 5.0
This hostel is very clean and the staff is very helpful when you ask them about activities to do or buses to take. Moreover, the atmosphere with the bar and the restaurant help to know more people!
2.5 / 5.0
I totally satisfied with the location and the zen atmosphere there at this hostel. So beautiful, bed is clean compare to others. Price is super cheap. I made some good friends there too.
2.5 / 5.0
I totally satisfied with the location and the zen atmosphere there at this hostel. So beautiful, bed is clean compare to others. Price is super cheap. I made some good friends there too.
4.0 / 5.0
This was a wonderful, affordable stay! The courtyard was the perfect place to relax and recharge with plenty of comfortable hammocks. Staff was nice and helpful. Shuttle service was very convenient. The only downside was that there was a lot of street noise: honking, sirens, etc.
4.0 / 5.0
This was a wonderful, affordable stay! The courtyard was the perfect place to relax and recharge with plenty of comfortable hammocks. Staff was nice and helpful. Shuttle service was very convenient. The only downside was that there was a lot of street noise: honking, sirens, etc.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful place, enjoyed 2 nights, was very comfortable. Very friendly, food is great.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful place, enjoyed 2 nights, was very comfortable. Very friendly, food is great.
3.0 / 5.0
Staff was not unfriendly but not super welcoming either. It is oddly dark and kind of gloomy inside but the walls are painted with very fun jungle murals so that was inviting! Dorms are nice and the each bed has curtains/light/chargers which is very helpful. Outside pool, bar, and restaurant area is nice. Kitchen clean. Price is inexpensive and location is convenient. They do not provide a towel.
3.0 / 5.0
Staff was not unfriendly but not super welcoming either. It is oddly dark and kind of gloomy inside but the walls are painted with very fun jungle murals so that was inviting! Dorms are nice and the each bed has curtains/light/chargers which is very helpful. Outside pool, bar, and restaurant area is nice. Kitchen clean. Price is inexpensive and location is convenient. They do not provide a towel.
FAQs
How much does this hostel cost compared to others in San Jose?
The average price for a rental in San Jose is $73 per night. This rental is $51 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hostel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel. Enjoy the water!
Is Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, internet / wifi, laundry, balcony or patio, and garden.
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