Capital Hostel de Ciudad

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Scored 9
Rated superb

Staff

9.6

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About this property

Essential Facilities: Capital Hostel de Ciudad in San José offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or enjoy the picnic spots. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities such as a kitchen, barbecue, and streaming services. Convenient Services: Guests benefit from a paid shuttle service, lounge, 24-hour front desk, concierge, shared kitchen, daily housekeeping, and free on-site private parking. Local Attractions: Located 17 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport, the hostel is an 18-minute walk from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 1.6 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Availability

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Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
  • Non-refundable
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  • 1 single bed
US$60 for 3 nights
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Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room
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US$60 for 3 nights
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Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
  • 1 single bed
194 feet²
Kitchen
Barbecue
Coffee Machine
  • Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Shared bathroom
  • Microwave
  • Hairdryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Fan
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Wake-up service
  • Tumble dryer
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Hand sanitiser
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$20 per night
Original price
US$86.40
Late Escape Deal
- US$25.92
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$60.48
US$20 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
30% off
30% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: City tax, 13 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
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    We have 2 left
Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room
  • 1 single bed
323 feet²
Kitchen
Barbecue
Coffee Machine
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$20 per night
Original price
US$86.40
Late Escape Deal
- US$25.92
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$60.48
US$20 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
30% off
30% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: City tax, 13 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
  • •
    We have 7 left
  • You won't be charged in the next step

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Guests who stayed here loved

Lucie
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“This hostel Is really comfortable, clean, very Cosy And spacious. Also with nice And helpfull staff.”
Sarah
Ireland Ireland
“Staff were super friendly. They organised an airport transfer who was also fantastic. Nice location, big rooms. Clean and location feels same”
Tomasz
Poland Poland
“Clean rooms, beds and towels. Very friendly and helpful staff.”
Rachel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location for an early morning flight departure or late night flight arrival. Spotlessly clean. Helpful staff (Spanish speaking only - will translate via app). Great room. Comfortable beds.”
Carlos
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“La habitación estaba limpia y bien cuidada. La cocina y el resto de instalaciones en muy buen estado. El precio bastante bueno para su ubicación, solo que un poco lejos de los supermercados.”
Yannik
Germany Germany
“Nettes kleines Hostel, im Viererzimmer zu empfehlen. Die Gemeinschaftssaal Betten sind quasi im Gemeinschaftsraum, dass muss man vorher wissen denke ich. Gut ausgestattete Küche mit kostenfreien Trinkwasser.”
Nicole
Switzerland Switzerland
“Ich hane ein privates Zimmer gebucht vor meinem Abflug”
Anabell
Nicaragua Nicaragua
“Lindo lugar, estuve 3 días y muy cómoda, las instalaciones muy bonitas, conocí a personas geniales, los de recepción muy amables.”
Renato
Brazil Brazil
“You can park inside the hostel as much as you like, right in front of the entrance gate. The room is very comfortable. Clean bathroom, nice-smelling towels 10/10.”
Eefke
Netherlands Netherlands
“Hele fijne sfeer. Aan alles is gedacht. En zo niet wordt het geregeld.”

Property surroundings

House rules

Capital Hostel de Ciudad takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Capital Hostel de Ciudad in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.