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Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with outdoor pool, near National Museum of Costa Rica

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access
Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Pool bar
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
Feel at home
  • 10 bedrooms
  • Separate dining area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is CA $14
CA $32 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

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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 Twin 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 Twin Bunk Beds

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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 Twin 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 Twin Bunk Beds

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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 Twin 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 Twin 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 Twin 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 Twin Bunk Beds

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The price is CA $16
CA $36 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
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About the area

Map
Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25, San José, San Jose, 10104

What's nearby

  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Theater - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Costa Rica - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Sabana Park - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 8 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 24 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 32 min drive
  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 5 min walk
  • San Jose Atlantic Station - 6 min walk
  • San Jose Fercori Station - 6 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante La Casa China - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Destileria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Antik Restaurant + Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Vuelta Al Mundo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar Bahamas - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 31 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • 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 time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite self parking (USD 5 per day)
  • Onsite parking limited

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • 10 bedrooms

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 28 per vehicle (one-way)

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 5 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

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

Does Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 5 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 28 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Fiesta (11-min walk) and Casino Fiesta Heredia (15-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel and nearby?
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel has an outdoor pool and an arcade, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel like?
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel is in Catedral, a short 5-minute walk from San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station and 7 minutes' walk from National Museum of Costa Rica.

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

SHANEkqua, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nefrediezha, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Alexandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very cozy , i loved the atmosphere
frantz, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My favorite spot in San Jose
frantz, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Quincy, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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
Sebastian, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jessica, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Julie, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

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..
Tamara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place! Great vibe and people and the pool ☀️
Shawn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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 ☀️
Shawn, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Helpful stuff. Atmosphere. Location. They make you feel like home.
jacek, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice atmosphere, welcoming, quiet, kitchen and restaurant available. Close to a noisy train line but overall a good location.
Verity, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sandra, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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.
Tim, 4-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor

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
Talal, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Danna, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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.
Jayakrishnan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place, enjoyed 2 nights, was very comfortable. Very friendly, food is great.
Wendy, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Harrison, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

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.
Anastasia, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

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.
DAVID L, 4-night trip
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