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Best San José hostels
Most recommended San José hostels
Costa Rica Backpackers
CatedralR569+
R569+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Hostel Urbano Yoses
R587+
R587+
Free Wi-Fi
R681+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Eco Stay Hostel
CatedralR1 003+
R1 003+
Free Wi-Fi
TripOn Open House
R757+
R757+
Free Wi-Fi
Casa Escalante Hostel
CarmenR741+
R741+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Hostel 1110
CatedralR2 347+
R2 347+
Mi Casa Hostel
Mata RedondaR6 377+
R6 377+
Free Wi-Fi
Stray Cat Hostel
MercedR1 154+
R1 154+
Free Wi-Fi
Turtle Saving Hostel
R1 344+
R1 344+
Free Wi-Fi
Finca Escalante
CarmenR927+
R927+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
R1 025+
Free Wi-Fi
R870+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Hostel Casa Ridgway
CatedralR719+
R719+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Hostel Casa del Parque
CarmenR227+
R227+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
R360+
Free Wi-Fi
Hostel Shakti
CatedralR644+
R644+
Free Wi-Fi
San José hostels near the city centre
Hostel Casa Colon
MercedR1 192+
R1 192+
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
Mata RedondaR1 118+
R1 118+
Nativus Art-Hostel
MercedR1 041+
R1 041+
How much is a San José hostel?
Here are our most popular & best value hostels2 stars and below
Good to know
Low season | September |
|---|---|
High season | October |
Average price (weeknight) | R676 |
Average price (weekend night) | R449 |
When to book a hostel in San José
Price per night / 3-star hostel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
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Top tips for finding San José hostel deals
- If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in San José, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in San José in September and January.
- Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in San José if you stay on a Thursday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Wednesday.
- If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book more than 90 days before your stay to get the best price for a San José hostel.
FAQs when booking a hostel in San José
How much does a hostel cost in San José?
Hostel prices in San José can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a hostel in San José is R29 but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as R13 in the last 3 days.
Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in San José?
The average price for a night in a hostel in San José is R29 compared to R127 for a night in a hotel.
Where to find the best hostels in San José?
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