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Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to National Museum of Costa Rica
your current months are October, 2024 and November, 2024.
October 2024
November 2024

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Living area
Property grounds
Restaurant
Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access
Swim-up bar

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25, San José, San Jose, 10104
    National Park
    6 min walk
    National Museum of Costa Rica
    7 min walk
    Rafael Angel Calderon Guardia Hospital
    11 min walk
    San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.)
    24 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Mountain View

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Mountain View

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Comfort Room, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access

10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Room, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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4.2 out of 5, Very good, (505)
The price is NZ$27
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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About the area

San José

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel places you in the centre of San José, within just a 15-minute stroll of National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a poolside bar. .For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Continental breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Catedral hostel, you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from University of Costa Rica and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Sabana Park.
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What's nearby

  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 7 min walk
  • National Theater - 13 min walk
  • Central Park - 15 min walk
  • Sabana Park - 5 min drive
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 5 min walk
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante La Casa China - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Antik Restaurant + Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Destileria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar La Flota - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caccio's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to National Museum of Costa Rica
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business centre. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San José hostel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel offers 31 accommodations with a safe and a ceiling fan. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. This San José hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Parking on site (USD 5 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 5 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 28 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: USD 5 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel San Jose
Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel
Costa Rica Backpackers San Jose
Costa Rica Backpackers
Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel San José
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

As of 20 Sept 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel on 26 Sept 2024 start from NZ$33.66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

Yep, Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel has a self car park for USD 5 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel have a pool?

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

Does Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is offered daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 243 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

frantz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy , i loved the atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

frantz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite spot in San Jose
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Quincy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to hang your hat for a short while.
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tamara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Great vibe and people and the pool ☀️
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 ☀️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacek, Glenview

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful stuff. Atmosphere. Location. They make you feel like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice atmosphere, welcoming, quiet, kitchen and restaurant available. Close to a noisy train line but overall a good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Talal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danna

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jayakrishnan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paradise Hostel
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, enjoyed 2 nights, was very comfortable. Very friendly, food is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Harrison

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

DAVID L

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property online notes private bathroom for private room reserve option. No private bathroom is on site, You have to share toilets and showers with other guests. Cockroaches in Lobby. Bugs on private room floor. Area around dingy and possibly dangerous. I actually saw a female guest run to the property from a nearby main road. The guest has to be buzzed in and out. Tried to contact Expedia on the inaccurate online note that the private rooms offer private bathrooms but Expedia would only allow calls to their customer service Office and my cell phone would not work outside the United States. I would rate the property a step above being in Jail but not much more. Avoid the site unless all you have is $12 a day for a shared bedroom and that does not include any free breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

eli

Location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Gemma

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wouldn’t stay again
For the price the stay was accurate. The double room is advertised as a brighter room but it was dark. It was also misleading as under amenities listed bathroom, turns out it is a shared bathroom. The walls are paper thin and the sheet on the bed didn’t fit the bed and kept coming off in the night which made us feel a bit gross as the mattresses obviously don’t get washed. The staff/cleaners make a lot of noise talking in morning which woke us. And it is right next to the loud train but if you stay on a weekend like we did it doesn’t come too early. When we arrived really late after a long journey we were made to wait while two members of staff finished counting money which went on for a long time and was frustrating. The shares area is nice although the pool didn’t look too clean. Breakfast was good. Good french toast and smoothie. Overall wouldn’t stay here again and spend a little more for a nicer hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great price, for the convienences, sketchy downtown location.