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Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Alajuela

Located in Alajuela and with Poas National Park reachable within 20 miles, Las Carmelas, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi...

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Dalia
From
United States
I did stay in this house. I stayed at their Garden’s House down the street which Holly owns as well. They are incredible hosts. It is more like s guest house than a hostel. They have airport pickup and means and laundry and luggage storage. They have everything you need for stops near the airport in between adventure. All provided by a beautiful family.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 336 reviews
Price from
$31.59
1 night, 2 adults

Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José

Alajuela

Located in Alajuela, 19 miles from Poas National Park, Gardens House, Airport Juan Santamaría, Alajuela, San José has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace....

L
Lára Borg
From
Iceland
Everything was clean and so homie! I felt right at home with the loveliest staff and comfortable facilities. The location was also perfect as I had a flight the next day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews
Price from
$36.99
1 night, 2 adults

Toucan Hostel

Alajuela

Located within 20 miles of Poas National Park and 1.9 miles of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Toucan Hostel has rooms in Alajuela.

B
Brown
From
United States
The decor was wonderful. The food was great. Everyone was very helpful and nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,739 reviews
Price from
$34.20
1 night, 2 adults

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela

Backpackers Alajuela is a beautiful hostel located in Alajuela Town Center. It features free Wi-Fi, a on-site restaurant and a free shuttle service to the airport, a 5-minute drive away.

M
Malacinski
From
Costa Rica
Close the airport and a free Shuttle this was my 2nd stay. Would stay again 👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,576 reviews
Price from
$21.76
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only

San José (Near Alajuela)

Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only is located in San José, 3.7 miles from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 4.6 miles from National Stadium of Costa Rica.

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Beatriz
From
Spain
Great location near Mercado Central and all the museums and shops. Very clean! Highly recommended
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
Price from
$33.74
1 night, 2 adults

Eco Stay Hostel

San José (Near Alajuela)

Located in San José, 2.9 miles from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Eco Stay Hostel has accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

J
Joya
From
Germany
Super super friendly stuff, delicious vegan breakfast, amazing kitchen with spices, super clean room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 481 reviews
Price from
$41.60
1 night, 2 adults

Ester`s Place

Escazu (Near Alajuela)

Located in Escazu, 31 miles from Poas National Park, Ester`s Place provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

D
Daniel
From
United States
clean and safe neighborhood. working distance to the mall and restaurant. easy to communicate with host staff. large room space with large closet.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
$73.45
1 night, 2 adults

Gaudy's Hotel

San José (Near Alajuela)

Located in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 29 miles, Gaudy's Hotel has a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

V
Valeria
From
Italy
Nice and welcoming staff, very clean, convenient and quiet location close both to the city centre and in the direction of the airport, good wifi, possibility to have dinner, nice breakfast! :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,353 reviews
Price from
$78.98
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Escalante Hostel

San José (Near Alajuela)

Located in San José and with La Sabana Metropolitan Park reachable within 3.8 miles, Casa Escalante Hostel has a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

T
Timothy
From
Spain
Very nice place, great amenities, friendly staff, good breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 862 reviews
Price from
$34.20
1 night, 2 adults

NATIVUS Art-Hostel

San José (Near Alajuela)

Located in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 29 miles, NATIVUS Art-Hostel provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

S
Sonia Ivonne
From
Nicaragua
I had a wonderful stay at this hostel. The place was clean, comfortable, and quiet, which made it perfect for the work I needed to get done and for resting after a long flight (they even let me check in early upon arrival, which was greatly appreciated). The wifi was good and stable, which was a huge plus. I had to catch an early bus the next morning, way before breakfast time, and the lady was kind to leave me some basic breakfast items (cereal, milk, banana, and bread) in the kitchen the night before. Although I didn’t leave the hostel, I saw on the map that it was very well located with shops and restaurants nearby. Highly recommend this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 938 reviews
Price from
$54.15
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,580 reviews

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Avg. price/night: $44
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 444 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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $27.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,580 reviews
The room was super clean and the water was hot in the bathroom. As a solo female traveller, I didn't feel unsafe at all. The staff went out of their way to help and to make me feel comfortable getting to the hostel and to my next destination. The restaurant is a good value and the food is good too...but you can't beat that view. I would stay there again.
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Mary
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $44
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 444 reviews
The best hostel I have stayed in Costa Rica so far! Owners were so friendly and helpful, breakfast was delicious and I felt so safe there. I’ll definitely be back and I would 100% recommend that to everyone who needs a place to stay close to the airport.
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Míša
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $27.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,580 reviews
Great location, great value for the price. The hostel is nice and the bed (I slept in a dormiroty) was good. I had a good night of sleep (only waken up because of late arrivals). There are plugs right next to each bed, which is super practical. The free shuttle to the airport is very helpful!
Guest review by
Perrine
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $39.55
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 491 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.
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Nick
Young couple