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Most recommended San José hostels

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Costa Rica Backpackers - San José - Living room
Costa Rica Backpackers
Catedral
7.8Good(3567)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
R499+
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Selina San Jose - San José - Bedroom
Selina San Jose
Carmen
8.0Very Good(2504)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 033+
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Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only - San José - Bedroom
Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only
Carmen
9.2Wonderful(62)
Free Wi-Fi
R706+
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Lolas - San José - Bedroom
Lolas
Catedral
R374+
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In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse - San José - Bedroom
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
San José, Costa Rica
8.3Very Good(895)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R379+
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Eco Stay Hostel - San José - Front desk
Eco Stay Hostel
Catedral
9.2Wonderful(637)
Free Wi-Fi
R890+
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Hostel La Cali Inn - San José - Bedroom
Hostel La Cali Inn
Catedral
7.7Good(7)
Free Wi-Fi
R338+
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Hostel 1110 - San José
Hostel 1110
Catedral
R2 208+
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Mi Casa Hostel - San José
Mi Casa Hostel
Mata Redonda
8.2Very Good(168)
Free Wi-Fi
R6 001+
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Hotel Casa Yoses - San José
Hotel Casa Yoses
San José, Costa Rica
7.0Good(140)
Free Wi-Fi
R6 624+
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Hostel Urbano Yoses - San José
Hostel Urbano Yoses
San José, Costa Rica
8.6Very Good(47)
Free Wi-Fi
R552+
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Stray Cat Hostel - San José
Stray Cat Hostel
Merced
8.4Very Good(227)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 211+
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Turtle Saving Hostel - San José
Turtle Saving Hostel
San José, Costa Rica
9.5Wonderful(146)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 264+
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Finca Escalante - San José
Finca Escalante
Carmen
8.7Very Good(2169)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R1 389+
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Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante - San José
Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante
San José, Costa Rica
8.9Very Good(343)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 300+
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Hostel Casa Ridgway - San José
Hostel Casa Ridgway
Catedral
8.5Very Good(151)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R677+
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Hostel Casa del Parque - San José
Hostel Casa del Parque
Carmen
7.7Good(690)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
R214+
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San José hostels near the city centre

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Capital Hostel de Ciudad - San José - Living room
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
Mata Redonda
9.9Wonderful(380)
R926+
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Hostel Casa Colon - San José - Lobby
Hostel Casa Colon
Merced
8.0Very Good(733)
R1 193+
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Hostel del Paseo - San José - Front desk
Hostel del Paseo
Hospital
8.8Very Good(889)
R641+
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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in San José

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Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in San José?

Hostels are cheapest in San José in October, with average rates of R3 548. In comparison, November is the most expensive month, with prices at R20 535.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in San José?

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in San José, with an average nightly price of R6 561. The highest prices are found on Wednesday, with average rates at R22 843.
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October
November
R444
R434
Cheapest month to stay with an average 52% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 178% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding San José hostel deals

  • 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

  • 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 R37 compared to R125 for a night in a hotel.

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