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Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Alajuela City

Located in Alajuela City and with Poas National Park reachable within 32 km, Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free...

P
Paul
From
France
The location and the accommodations in general
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews
Price from
US$32.08
1 night, 2 adults

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Alajuela City

Situated in Alajuela City, 31 km from Poas National Park, Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

A
Aurora Solomon
From
Belgium
Beautiful place, quiet, amazing garden, only 5’ from the airport, breakfast….. everybody super friendly and helpful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews
Price from
US$38.25
1 night, 2 adults

Flor de Katty Hostel Airport

Alajuela City

Located within 31 km of Poas National Park and 2.3 km of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Flor de Katty Hostel Airport provides rooms in Alajuela City.

L
Lena
From
Austria
The owner was very welcoming and helped us organizing our taxis to the airport in the morning. The showers and bedrooms were clean and very well equipped. Overall it was the perfect place to stay for our early flight the next day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Toucan Hostel

Alajuela City

Situated within 32 km of Poas National Park and 3.1 km of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Toucan Hostel features rooms in Alajuela City.

K
Kyoko
From
Japan
It’s close to the airport. Host mother is very kind and she made me separate from male dome. I could feel safe and stay there. There is hot water and water pressure is good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,628 reviews
Price from
US$34.20
1 night, 2 adults

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela City

Backpackers Alajuela is a beautiful hostel located in Alajuela Town Centre. It boasts free Wi-Fi, a on-site restaurant and a free shuttle service to the airport, a 5-minute drive away.

C
Constance Emmanuelle
From
Switzerland
Good value for money, good staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,683 reviews
Price from
US$21.76
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only

San José (Near Alajuela City)

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only is situated in San José, within 7.5 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km of Parque Diversiones.

O
OanaM
From
United Kingdom
I loved the location of the hostel, in Bario escalante, which is safe and vibrant. Communication with the host was great and I very much appreciate all the info about busses and transport to make the most out of my limited time in Costa Rica. There are enough showers, sinks and toilets on the corridor, I never had to wait to use one. The space is clean, with high ceiling and airy. I loved the fact that they have paper towels and the whole digital codes with clear instructions on what to use where.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
Price from
US$31.87
1 night, 2 adults

Eco Stay Hostel

San José (Near Alajuela City)

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.

A
Amber
From
United Kingdom
Such a nice place to stay! The owner and his family are lovely, and they wanted to create somewhere where they would also be happy to stay. The beds are really comfortable and have curtains and a plug socket and light. There are two bathrooms in the dorm (with hot water), and you are given a towel. There's different breakfast every day. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 462 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

NATIVUS Art-Hostel

San José (Near Alajuela City)

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.

C
Clara
From
Denmark
Super cute and cozy. Great landing pad for San Jose
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 943 reviews
Price from
US$54.15
1 night, 2 adults

Ester`s Place

Escazu (Near Alajuela City)

Set in Escazu, 50 km from Poas National Park, Ester`s Place offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

s
saskia
From
Netherlands
The location was wonderful. Very close to everything you like to see in San José! Very nice and quiet neigborhood though!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews
Price from
US$61.22
1 night, 2 adults

Gaudy's Hostel

San José (Near Alajuela City)

Situated in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 47 km, Gaudy's Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

Y
Yoojeong
From
South Korea
Best breakfast ever! Kind and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,298 reviews
Price from
US$50.63
1 night, 2 adults
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Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Alajuela City

Located in Alajuela City and with Poas National Park reachable within 32 km, Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free...

P
Paul
From
France
The location and the accommodations in general
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews
Price from
US$32.08
1 night, 2 adults

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Alajuela City

Situated in Alajuela City, 31 km from Poas National Park, Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

A
Aurora Solomon
From
Belgium
Beautiful place, quiet, amazing garden, only 5’ from the airport, breakfast….. everybody super friendly and helpful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews
Price from
US$38.25
1 night, 2 adults

Flor de Katty Hostel Airport

Alajuela City

Located within 31 km of Poas National Park and 2.3 km of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Flor de Katty Hostel Airport provides rooms in Alajuela City.

L
Lena
From
Austria
The owner was very welcoming and helped us organizing our taxis to the airport in the morning. The showers and bedrooms were clean and very well equipped. Overall it was the perfect place to stay for our early flight the next day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Toucan Hostel

Alajuela City

Situated within 32 km of Poas National Park and 3.1 km of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Toucan Hostel features rooms in Alajuela City.

K
Kyoko
From
Japan
It’s close to the airport. Host mother is very kind and she made me separate from male dome. I could feel safe and stay there. There is hot water and water pressure is good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,628 reviews
Price from
US$34.20
1 night, 2 adults

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela City

Backpackers Alajuela is a beautiful hostel located in Alajuela Town Centre. It boasts free Wi-Fi, a on-site restaurant and a free shuttle service to the airport, a 5-minute drive away.

C
Constance Emmanuelle
From
Switzerland
Good value for money, good staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,683 reviews
Price from
US$21.76
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only

San José (Near Alajuela City)

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only is situated in San José, within 7.5 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km of Parque Diversiones.

O
OanaM
From
United Kingdom
I loved the location of the hostel, in Bario escalante, which is safe and vibrant. Communication with the host was great and I very much appreciate all the info about busses and transport to make the most out of my limited time in Costa Rica. There are enough showers, sinks and toilets on the corridor, I never had to wait to use one. The space is clean, with high ceiling and airy. I loved the fact that they have paper towels and the whole digital codes with clear instructions on what to use where.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
Price from
US$31.87
1 night, 2 adults

Eco Stay Hostel

San José (Near Alajuela City)

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.

A
Amber
From
United Kingdom
Such a nice place to stay! The owner and his family are lovely, and they wanted to create somewhere where they would also be happy to stay. The beds are really comfortable and have curtains and a plug socket and light. There are two bathrooms in the dorm (with hot water), and you are given a towel. There's different breakfast every day. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 462 reviews
Price from
US$50
1 night, 2 adults

NATIVUS Art-Hostel

San José (Near Alajuela City)

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.

C
Clara
From
Denmark
Super cute and cozy. Great landing pad for San Jose
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 943 reviews
Price from
US$54.15
1 night, 2 adults

Ester`s Place

Escazu (Near Alajuela City)

Set in Escazu, 50 km from Poas National Park, Ester`s Place offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

s
saskia
From
Netherlands
The location was wonderful. Very close to everything you like to see in San José! Very nice and quiet neigborhood though!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 128 reviews
Price from
US$61.22
1 night, 2 adults

Gaudy's Hostel

San José (Near Alajuela City)

Situated in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 47 km, Gaudy's Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

Y
Yoojeong
From
South Korea
Best breakfast ever! Kind and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,298 reviews
Price from
US$50.63
1 night, 2 adults
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Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,628 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,683 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews
Lovely home from home hostel. Staff great, helpful and cheerful. Location good, in safe quite area, shops nearby. Kitchen you share with the home. Hot showers which is fab. Beds comfy, linen changed frequently as are towels. Lovely little garden area. Hosts will meet and drop off at airport for $10 each way.
Guest review by
Rosemarie
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$27.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,683 reviews
The room was super clean and the water was hot in the bathroom. As a solo female traveller, I didn't feel unsafe at all. The staff went out of their way to help and to make me feel comfortable getting to the hostel and to my next destination. The restaurant is a good value and the food is good too...but you can't beat that view. I would stay there again.
Guest review by
Mary
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews
The best hostel I have stayed in Costa Rica so far! Owners were so friendly and helpful, breakfast was delicious and I felt so safe there. I’ll definitely be back and I would 100% recommend that to everyone who needs a place to stay close to the airport.
Guest review by
Míša
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$27.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,683 reviews
Great location, great value for the price. The hostel is nice and the bed (I slept in a dormiroty) was good. I had a good night of sleep (only waken up because of late arrivals). There are plugs right next to each bed, which is super practical. The free shuttle to the airport is very helpful!
Guest review by
Perrine
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$45.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
Great location for airport travel with some great local restaurants close by. Safe and quiet area. Great hostel owner, Katty helps with everything including very fair taxi rides to the airport. would highly recommend for anyone coming to or from San Jose airport for a night. Just one more is make sure you have either dollars or cash but there is also an atm close by.
Guest review by
Nick
Young couple