Name: Hostel Casa Ridgway
Address: Calle 15 entre avenida 6 y 8., San José, Costa Rica, Calle 15 entre avenida 6 y 8., San José, Costa Rica
Rating: 8.4

Hostel Casa Ridgway

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Hostel Casa Ridgway in San José offers family rooms with private bathrooms, parquet floors, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the garden or lounge area, enjoy live music, and utilise the shared kitchen and dining area. Convenient Facilities: The hostel provides free on-site private parking, a tour desk, and full-day security. Additional amenities include a kitchenette, patio, and work desk, ensuring a pleasant stay. Prime Location: Located 20 km from Juan Santamaría International Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as La Sabana Metropolitan Park (4 km) and Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica (6 km). Guests appreciate the friendly staff and excellent service support.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in San José, this property has an excellent location score of 8.7

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type	Number of guests	Today's price	Your choices	To save you time, we’ve selected this property’s typical room type for two people. You can always change room type or quantity below. Select an apartment
One-Bedroom Family Apartment We have 1 left 1 double bed and 2 bunk beds Entire apartment 237 feet² Private kitchen Private bathroom Patio Flat-screen TV Free WiFi Shower Kitchen Toilet Hardwood or parquet floors Towels Linen Socket near the bed Private entrance Refrigerator Tea/Coffee maker Iron Microwave Kitchenware Kitchenette Towels/sheets (extra fee) Dining area Dining table Entire unit located on ground floor Clothes rack Toilet paper Hand sanitiser	Max persons: 2	US$41 per night Price US$124 Excluded: US$ 10 City tax per stay, 13 % VAT	Free cancellation before 28 November 2025 No prepayment needed – pay at the property	Select rooms
	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$32 per night Price US$97 Excluded: US$ 10 City tax per stay, 13 % VAT	Free cancellation before 28 November 2025 No prepayment needed – pay at the property	Select rooms
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 single bed Bed in dormitory Free WiFi	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$12 per night Price US$36 Excluded: US$ 10 City tax per stay, 13 % VAT	Free cancellation before 28 November 2025 No prepayment needed – pay at the property • We have 5 left	Select rooms
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 single bed Bed in dormitory Free WiFi	Max persons: 1 Only for 1 guest	US$12 per night Price US$36 Excluded: US$ 10 City tax per stay, 13 % VAT	Free cancellation before 28 November 2025 No prepayment needed – pay at the property • We have 1 left	Select rooms

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Guests who stayed here loved

Janette

Finland

“The stuff was really helpful! I was nervous that I had to leave so early in the morning to the airport, but the stuff promised to help me with taxi if I have problems with ordering one. Slept my night well knowing that.”

Harriet

United Kingdom

“Friendly staff and the triple room represents great value”

France

“I came there just for one night. The staff is very nice. The location is great. I've spent a good time there.”

Michimikyy

Poland

“Spacy room, comfortable bed, simply but delicious breakfast included in price.”

O'connor

United Kingdom

“Friendly Staff, Good facilities, safe place to keep belongings and not far walk to San Jose centre”

Olivera

Bosnia and Herzegovina

“As my 1st accommodation in Costa Rica they set the standard so high it went unmatched for the 3 weeks I stayed in the country. Although not modern, it features sizable dorms, comfortable beds, has no lockers but clothes hangers are available and...”

Svenja

Germany

“This is a very cute hostel and the location is perfect. The staff was really nice. I can recommend it!”

Marsty5

Cyprus

“The staff were so so cheerful and welcoming, I felt straight like being at home. The shared shower & toilet was spacious, and felt comfortable using. The kitchen, living room and several shared public spaces were really comfortable.”

Psduffy

United States

“Hostel Casa Ridgway was a perfect place for me to stay for a couple of nights to explore the sights of downtown San Jose. Besides being walking distance from multiple museums, parks and restaurants, the friendliness of Luis, Kendall and Brandon...”

Sabrina

Nicaragua

“Casa Ridgeway hostel is walking distance from the museums and city parks. There are a few grocery stores within walking distance to buy food to prepare in the kitchen. Has Internet. The lounge and library area of the adjacent Peace center was a...”

Property surroundings

House rules

Hostel Casa Ridgway takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00 to 00:00

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 05:00 to 10:00

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

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

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.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

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 Hostel Casa Ridgway 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.