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100 Meters West of Escuela De La Roosevelt, San José, Costa Rica
Hostel in San Pedro with free breakfast This smoke-free hostel features a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and dry cleaning. Free on-the-go breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a garden and a communal living room. In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse offers 18 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
932 reviews
Location
2.9 mi from city centre
Calle 27A Edificio Dos Plantas, San José, Costa Rica
Hostal with free breakfast, 9-minute walk to National Park This smoke-free hostal features self parking, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room. Free breakfast (local cuisine) and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite. Eco Stay CR offers 6 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and rice cookers. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Select Comfort beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and ceiling fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
9.3
Excellent
654 reviews
Location
2.0 mi from city centre
5801 Av 9, San José, Costa Rica
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a rainfall showerhead and free WiFi, as well as a coffee/tea maker and a garden. Other amenities include premium bedding, laundry facilities, a hair dryer, and towels.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
628 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
31-33 1st Ave #2983, Barrio Escalante, San José, Costa Rica
Colonial hotel with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk A snack bar/deli, a 24-hour business center, and a meeting room are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Change of towels is available on request. Hotel 1492 offers 10 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This San José hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
950 reviews
Location
2.1 mi from city centre
Avenida Central, Calle 5, San José, Costa Rica
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Sabana Park Along with a 24-hour front desk, this smoke-free hotel has tour/ticket assistance and a TV in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a front-desk safe. Hotel Cultura Plaza offers 27 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
2555 reviews
Location
1.3 mi from city centre
Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25, San José, Costa Rica
Colonial hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar This hotel features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Housekeeping is available on request. Costa Rica Guesthouse offers 25 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
3674 reviews
Location
1.9 mi from city centre
100 N Bomba Zurqui, Carretera Guapiles. 100 N Bomba Zurqui, Carretera Guapiles., San José, Costa Rica
Situated in San José, 18 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Hotel Villa Zurqui features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 19 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. The accommodation provides room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some units at the hotel also feature a mountain view. At Hotel Villa Zurqui the rooms have a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Parque Diversiones is 21 km from the accommodation, while Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium is 27 km from the property. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 27 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.9
Good
764 reviews
Location
8.9 mi from city centre
Avenida 16 A Y Calle 60 A, Sabana Sur, San José, Costa Rica
Hostel with free parking, near National Stadium of Costa Rica A restaurant, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include concierge services, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance. Capital Hostel de Ciudad offers 5 accommodations with portable fans. This San José hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
389 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
North of Sabana, 100 Meters West of Company I.C.E, 2nd Floor of Hibachi Restaurant Street 56, San José, Costa Rica
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a rainfall showerhead and free WiFi, as well as a flat-screen TV and an ironing board. Other amenities include a hair dryer, towels, a desk, and tour/ticket assistance.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
1962 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
Paseo Colón, 300 Norte Y 200 Este, San José, Costa Rica
Hotel connected to a shopping center in San José with a restaurant This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a business center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite. Hotel Quinta Avenida offers 68 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers. This San José hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.8
Good
1085 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre

HotelsCombined's insights for budget hotels in San José

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How much does it usually cost to stay at a budget hotel in San José?

On average, a budget hotel room in San José costs about $385 per night. Rates can vary based on factors like seasonality, hotel star rating, and booking timing. The lowest price found on HotelsCombined in the last 7 days was $72.

Which month has the lowest rates for budget hotels in San José?

April is the cheapest month to book a budget hotel in San José, with average nightly rates around $78. Prices are highest in May, when rates rise to about $188 per night.

What day of the week has the lowest rates for San José budget hotels?

Budget hotels in San José are most affordable on Fridays, with average nightly rates around $107. Tuesdays are usually the most expensive, averaging $241 per night.

How much is a budget hotel in San José tonight?

Users have found prices for budget hotels in San José tonight starting as low as $41, rising to an average cost of $130, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $103 for a 4-star budget hotel in San José for tonight.

How much is a San José budget hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for budget hotels in San José this weekend for as little as $46/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $26/night. For a 4-star budget hotel in San José, the cheapest rate recently found was $105/night for this weekend.

What’s the recommended booking timeframe for San José budget hotels?

For the best rates, it's recommended to book your San José budget hotel at least 2 days before your stay.

Top-rated Budget hotels in San José

Browse through properties in San José that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 196 properties in San José and data was last updated on December 12, 2025.
These San José properties are among the highest rated by our users. Learn why these hotels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
Escazú, Calle San Miguel 740-1250, San José, Costa Rica
2.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$55
Avg. per night
13th Street Between 2nd And 6th Avenue, San José, Costa Rica
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$62
Avg. per night
Avenida 11 y Calle 15, San José, Costa Rica
1.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$58
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in San José

Discover the ideal theme hotel, vacation rental or hostel for your stay in San José. There are 699 properties in San José and price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.
Avenida 6, Entre Calle 21 y 25, San José, Costa Rica
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$21
Avg. per night
5801 Av 9, San José, Costa Rica
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$51
Avg. per night
5th Street, El Carmen, San José, Costa Rica
1.4 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$95
Avg. per night
Ave. 9, Calles 13 y 15, San José, Costa Rica
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
$70
Avg. per night
Route 27, San José, Costa Rica
4.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$104
Avg. per night
Paseo Colon, Calle 24 Norte, San José, Costa Rica
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$63
Avg. per night
Avenida 6, Calle 21 y 23, San José, Costa Rica
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$22
Avg. per night
Avenida 16 A Y Calle 60 A, Sabana Sur, San José, Costa Rica
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$47
Avg. per night
Turrubares, Costa Rica
21.0 mi from city centre
$137
Avg. per night

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