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Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only is situated in San José, within 7.5 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km of Parque Diversiones. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 6 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. The hostel was super clean, the instructions were clear and there is everything tou need, I arrived very late and I was still able to check in. Will book again!

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9.3
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
US$21.42
per night

Situated in San José, 4.7 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Eco Stay Hostel features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Located around 6.2 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, the hostel with free WiFi is also 9.1 km away from Parque Diversiones. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. Clean, ventilation and nice lockers.

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9.2
Superb
483 reviews
Price from
US$22
per night

At the hostel, all rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower, the units at Ester`s Place have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms come with a balcony. My stay at Ester's Place was just great! The host was VERY friendly and accommodating. I picked the location because of its proximity to CIMA where I was scheduled to have some dental work. The medical complex is a short, enjoyable walk through a nice, safe neighborhood, which allowed me to save on parking fees. My room was spacious, secure, and comfortable, with everything I needed, and Ester was only a text message away if I had any questions. I will definitely stay here again!!

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9.4
Superb
124 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

Hospedaje Casa Académica is set in San Pedro, within 6.4 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 7.8 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

The shared bathroom is equipped with a shower and free toiletries. At the hostel all rooms come with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Nice, friendly owner. Very helpful 👍

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9
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

Situated in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 47 km, Gaudy's Hotel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is around 1.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 1.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 5.1 km from Parque Diversiones. Private parking is available on site.

At the hostel, rooms come with a desk. The rooms have a wardrobe. 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! :)

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8
Very good
1,365 reviews
Price from
US$18.90
per night

Situated in San José and with La Sabana Metropolitan Park reachable within 6.1 km, Casa Escalante Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is located 7.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, 11 km from Parque Diversiones and 24 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. I loved everything about this place: the location, big capsule beds ( sound proof and privacy), lockers, clean place, fully equipped kitchen, safe and quiet neighbourhood, breakfast with fruits (pineapple, bananas), coffee, milk, cereals (3 types), tea, bread, jam (2 types) and butter. Good value for money (had a last minute deal), close to a big supermarket (10 minutes by walk), the hosts are super friendly. I enjoyed my stay here and I definitely recommend and will be back when I transit San Jose. Thank you! ❤️

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8.2
Very good
852 reviews
Price from
US$12
per night

Located in San José and with La Sabana Metropolitan Park reachable within 5.3 km, Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Private room, shower, comfortable bed and clean room

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8.9
Fabulous
600 reviews
Price from
US$23.55
per night

Set in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 47 km, NATIVUS Art-Hostel offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is situated 1.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 1.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 5.2 km from Parque Diversiones. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests. Super clean and organized, secured premises, beautiful and relaxing communal areas, genuine hospitality, great location

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8.9
Fabulous
933 reviews
Price from
US$19.95
per night

Set in San José, within an 8-minute walk of San Juan de Dios Hospital and 1 km of Metropolitan Hospital Costa Rica, Stray Cat Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is situated 1.4 km from National Theatre of Costa Rica, 5 km from Parque Diversiones and a 15-minute walk from Metropolitan Cathedral. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, and buying tickets for guests. Clean, friendly cats everywhere, staff super nice, friendly and helpful! Very nice for solo travelers

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8.6
Fabulous
344 reviews
Price from
US$19
per night

Located in San José, within 4.8 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 6.2 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, awā San José provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 9.2 km from Parque Diversiones, 22 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium and 26 km from Jardin Botanico Lankester. The accommodation offers a concierge service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

Guests at the hostel can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. The property is authentic yet modern. It’s a calm oasis in the hectics of the city.

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8.5
Very good
265 reviews
Price from
US$69.83
per night

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