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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, 363 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...

C
CLARISSE
From
France
Localisation close to airport Really Nice staff Quiet place to read in the garden space Absolutely clean and lockers in the room Possibility of pick up / drop off Dinner and breakfast really Good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 427 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.

K
Katrina
From
United Kingdom
The birds outside the window. The fresh brewed coffee in the morning. The homely feel. Clean facilities. Comfy bed. Super responsive and wonderful host who went out her way to help us through out our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews
Price from
US$35
1 night, 2 adults

Ceiba Hostel

Fortuna

Set in Fortuna, 6.2 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Ceiba Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

E
Eibhlin
From
Canada
Great location, everything is brand new and clean. Fully equipped kitchen which is great. The dorm had AC at night and curtains. The staff are very welcoming and helpful - thank you Ronald, Aron and Marimar!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews
Price from
US$56.70
1 night, 2 adults

Cabañas San Isidro

Ángeles

Set in Ángeles, within 18 km of La Fortuna Waterfall and 17 km of Kalambu Hot Springs, Cabañas San Isidro offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

M
Marek
From
Czech Republic
Great place for families with kids. We even got invited to the dinner with Juan - the owner of the property, and his wonderful wife and friends. Plus we also got a free excursion in the sorrounding garden where Juan grows mangos, avocados, blackberries and meny other fruits. Absolutely recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$60
1 night, 2 adults

Arenal Poshpacker

Fortuna

Arenal Poshpacker features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and bar in Fortuna.

E
Erika
From
United Kingdom
Perfect location! reasonably priced and comfy! Owner was super friendly and helpful!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,041 reviews
Price from
US$49.77
1 night, 2 adults

Pura Vibra Hostel

Fortuna

Situated in Fortuna and with La Fortuna Waterfall reachable within 5.6 km, Pura Vibra Hostel features concierge services, rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

V
Victoria
From
Argentina
One of the best hostels I've stayed in Centroamérica. Not only do dorms have a bathroom but also every bed has curtains, lights, a little fan and a socket! Ana is always willing to help and give you good advice about places and how to get there. The kitchen is amazingly well equipped and the common area has games and a ping-pong table, apart from some cute little lizards strolling around the garden. Great hostel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 533 reviews
Price from
US$43
1 night, 2 adults

Alpha Arenal Hostel

Fortuna

Located in Fortuna, within 5.6 km of La Fortuna Waterfall and 4.9 km of Kalambu Hot Springs, Alpha Arenal Hostel provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as...

A
Amitay
From
Lithuania
Amazing staff, one the best showers I've had out, of every hostel I've been to. Nice location. Can book tours from the hostel..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews
Price from
US$43.20
1 night, 2 adults

Alpha Private Rooms

Fortuna

Alpha Private Rooms in Fortuna provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace.

C
CallumTo
From
Canada
Staff, location, and local trips offered
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 149 reviews
Price from
US$42.50
1 night, 2 adults

Argdivan Hostel

Fortuna

Situated in Fortuna, 4.9 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Argdivan Hostel features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

J
Johannes
From
Austria
had a great time here! the guys who own the hostel are super nice and try to help you with whatever you need. they also organize group activities like going to the hotsprings or cooking dinner (way cheaper than the restaurants and very good). It’s super easy to connect with other people! The place gets cleaned everyday and the supermarket and town are just around the corner. definitely recommend staying here, especially if you are traveling alone
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 849 reviews
Price from
US$35.95
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$89.27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,041 reviews
Lovely staff! A great place for young backpackers on a budget!
Guest review by
Timothy
Group
Avg. price/night: US$11.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
The hostel accommodation is very clean and the owner is very attentive and ready help for everything u needed . It is a very pleasant time. we have so much fun on hot spring, the best hospitality, and cheapest hostel in Costa Rica
Guest review by
Lin
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 427 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$53.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews
Very clean, calm, great location, great for everyone *Super recommend* Go to Rio Danta Hostel you won't regret
Guest review by
Joshua
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$95.54
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,064 reviews
Great location, and met some friendly people in my room. Cute little tables and hammocks around the center encouraged meeting people
Guest review by
Kathy
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$62.15
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 533 reviews
Pura Vibra is still a new hostel however it was a great find, the owner is so lovely and makes the place feel like home. We got so many great tips about the area and a lot of info on the cheaper or free things to do in and around town. Coffee and tea served each morning and full privacy blinds with a fan in each bunk, luxury when you are backpacking. The place was spotless clean and the kitchen was well stocked - they even had an ice machine!! We loved their little dog too.
Guest review by
Georgia
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$27.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,675 reviews
location is perfect for the airport and the pick up and drop off shuttle is a greatly appreciated service. we arrived late evening and left for early morning flight … so it really was a pit stop and perfect for our needs … so only needed the room can’t really comment on the facilities… Roberto the night receptionist was great and helpful and the. hostel felt very safe. would recommend for a perfect pit stop …. pre plan restaurants or sodas though as It didn’t feel like a place to walk around late at night !
Guest review by
Aseem
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 849 reviews
Amazing couple helping with everything and even more, very social, great tour recommendations/organisation, clean and comfy, very well located, best hostel in a long while!
Guest review by
Anne
Group
Avg. price/night: US$76.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 784 reviews
The swimming pool area, bar and communal area is great- it's very clean and feels very safe and is a lovely place to spend time and meet fellow backpackers. The pod was surprisingly sound proof and had air con. The showers were hot! Which was great!
Guest review by
Georgina
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$45.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 474 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