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Hostels in San José

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in San José?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in San José is September ($21). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San José is January ($30).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in San José?

The cheapest day to stay in San José is Thursday ($14). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $75.

How early should you book a hostel in San José?

Based on hostel prices in San José found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

Book at least 53 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your San José hostel.

Cheapest hostels in San José, Costa Rica

Discover affordable stays in San José that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in San José can be found for as low as $21 per night. There is currently one property in San José 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. Price data was last updated on August 5, 2026
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.
Avenida 6, Calle 21 y 23, San José, Costa Rica
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$21
Avg. per night
100 Meters West of Escuela De La Roosevelt, San José, Costa Rica
2.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$22
Avg. per night
Ave 9, Calles 13 Y 15, San José, Costa Rica
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$42
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
$44
Avg. per night
Paseo Colon, Calle 24 Norte, San José, Costa Rica
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$66
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in San José

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 August 5, 2026.
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.
3 stars
Ave 9, Calles 13 Y 15, San José, Costa Rica
2 stars and under
Avenida 16 A Y Calle 60 A Sabana Sur, San José, Costa Rica
Paseo Colon, Calle 24 Norte, San José, Costa Rica
Avenida 6, Calle 21 y 23, San José, Costa Rica

Other accommodations in San José

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in San José. There are 714 properties in San José and price data was last updated on August 5, 2026. The average price for a hotel in San José is $24/night.
Route 27 350 Metros Oeste Multiplaza, San José, Costa Rica
4.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$138
Avg. per night
Sabana Norte, San José, Costa Rica
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$133
Avg. per night
Ave 9, Calles 13 Y 15, San José, Costa Rica
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$42
Avg. per night
Avenida 6, Calle 21 y 23, San José, Costa Rica
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$21
Avg. per night
100 Meters West of Escuela De La Roosevelt, San José, Costa Rica
2.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$22
Avg. per night

Where to stay in San José

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within San José to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on August 5, 2026.
Navigate to the areas in San José you plan to visit to find hostels that are close by. Users can click on a hostel's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

Facts about staying in San José

Find useful tips and insights about staying in San José to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on August 5, 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in San José?

    On average, it’s $189/night for a hostel in San José, though $22/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $11/night in San José. Try to avoid booking your hostel in November (the most expensive month). Booking in July (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in San José?

    Based on our data, Viajero San José Hostel is the best San José hostel, with a rating of 9.0/10 from 2,773 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 Capital Hostel de Ciudad, which is 8.3 mi away.

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

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout San José, 7% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Carmen in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Viajero San José Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in San José closest to Spirogyra Butterfly Garden?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Spirogyra Butterfly Garden while in San José, then opt for the popular Hostel Casa Colon with a 7.7/10 review score from 744 users. The distance from Spirogyra Butterfly Garden to Hostel Casa Colon is 0.8 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).

  • Does San José have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, San José has 1 hostel with “Pool” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel is the most popular San José hostel with this amenity.

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