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Popular hostels in San José, San José Province

Discover well-known properties in San José, San José Province that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 715 hotels in San José, San José Province and price data was last updated on April 29, 2024. The average price for a hotel in San José, San José Province is $40/night.
The following hostels are among the most sought after in the San José area. Users can utilize the filters available to narrow down their search.
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Calle 39,Barrio Escalante 400N 100E, San José, Costa Rica
TripOn Open House provides a comfortable setting when in San Pedro and is close to everything the area has to offer. Those staying at the property can also enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
4.8
Okay
1 reviews
Location
2.5 mi from city centre
Calle Alice, 100 South And 50, Jacó, Costa Rica
Selina Jaco provides 3-star accommodation in Jaco. It offers complimentary Wi-Fi, luggage storage and an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.1
Excellent
1560 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
Avenida 16 A Y Calle 60 A, Sabana Sur, San José, Costa Rica
Capital Hostel de Ciudad is located in San Jose and offers complimentary wireless internet. It is ideally positioned for those wishing to visit local attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
Unnamed Road Finca #12, Heredia, Costa Rica
Finca Organica Guarumo is situated in Horquetas and provides guests with free Wi-Fi. It also provides a 24-hour reception and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi
Location
29.5 mi from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in San José, San José Province

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in San José, San José Province. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on April 29, 2024.
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:December
Average price in San José:$40/night
Cheapest price found:$13/night
Cheapest day:Wednesday
Most expensive day:Friday
$16 - $62
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$13 - $85
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Cheapest hostels in San José, San José Province

Discover affordable stays in San José, San José Province that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in San José, San José Province can be found for as low as $13 per night. There is currently one property in San José, San José Province that can be booked for this price. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in San José, San José Province. Price data was last updated on April 29, 2024
At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in San José. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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Avenida 6, Between Calle 21 & 25, San José, Costa Rica
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$13
Avg. per night
Calles 36 Y 38, San José, Costa Rica
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$14
Avg. per night
Calle 27A Edificio Dos Plantas, San José, Costa Rica
2.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
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200 Metros Oeste De La Clinica De Jaco, Jacó, Costa Rica
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$23
Avg. per night
Paseo Colon, Calle 24 Norte, San José, Costa Rica
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$28
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in San José, San José Province

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in San José to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in San José at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on April 29, 2024.
Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hostel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
Paseo Colon, Calle 24 Norte, San José, Costa Rica
Avenida 16 A Y Calle 60 A, Sabana Sur, San José, Costa Rica
Avenida 6, Between Calle 21 & 25, San José, Costa Rica
3 stars
3 stars
Calle Alice, 100 South And 50, Jacó, Costa Rica

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Other accommodations in San José, San José Province

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in San José, San José Province. There are 715 properties in San José, San José Province and price data was last updated on April 29, 2024. The average price for a hotel in San José, San José Province is $40/night.
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San José, Costa Rica
23.3 mi from city centre
$85
Avg. per night
Santa Ana, Costa Rica
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$52
Avg. per night
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica
1.4 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$169
Avg. per night
Calle Bri Bri, Jacó, Costa Rica
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$458
Avg. per night
San José, Costa Rica
2.2 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$54
Avg. per night
Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25, San José, Costa Rica
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$12
Avg. per night

Where to stay in San José, San José Province

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Facts about staying in San José, San José Province

Find useful tips and insights about staying in San José to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on April 29, 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in San José?

    On average, it’s $40/night for a hostel in San José, though $37/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $13/night in San José. Try to avoid booking your hostel in October (the most expensive month). Booking in April (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in San José?

    Based on our data, Selina Jaco - Adults Only is the best San José hostel, with a rating of 8.1/10 from 1,560 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in San José that aren’t far from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, then the closest one is Toucan Hostel, which is 0.8 mi away.

  • What area of San José is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout San José, 6% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Carmen in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Finca Escalante is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in San José closest to Museo Nacional de Costa Rica?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Museo Nacional de Costa Rica while in San José, then opt for the popular Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel with a 7.7/10 review score from 3,259 users. The distance from Museo Nacional de Costa Rica to Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel is 0.2 mi.

  • Should I stay in a San José hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in San José is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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