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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....

M
Matthew
From
United States
Their home was so cute and in a fantastic location! The open air gardens in the back provided great hang out space!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews
Price from
$35.88
1 night, 2 adults

Flor de Katty Hostel Airport

Alajuela

Located within 19 miles of Poas National Park and 1.4 miles of Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, Flor de Katty Hostel Airport provides rooms in Alajuela.

N
Nicaragua
From
Nicaragua
The experience was great. The lady who assisted us was amazing in all ways. Pura vida!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 517 reviews
Price from
$35
1 night, 2 adults

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...

E
Edwin
From
Nicaragua
The host is a super friendly person
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews
Price from
$28.08
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, 1,815 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.

G
Gisselle Daniela
From
Colombia
Staff is very kind and room very clean and confy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,540 reviews
Price from
$22.50
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.

s
souhila
From
France
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!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 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.

B
Benny Voncken
From
Netherlands
This is the second time I stayed here and it will remain my go-to hostel in San José. The quality you get for this price is unmatched. The breakfast is good and fresh every day and it is very clean. They've added a co-working space since my last stay. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Couldn't recommend it more.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews
Price from
$44
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.

s
sebastien
From
United Arab Emirates
location, space, kindness of the owner
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
Price from
$67.80
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel de conveniencia Travesía urbana

San José (Near Alajuela)

Hotel de conveniencia Travesía urbana is located in San José, 4.4 miles from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 5.3 miles from National Stadium of Costa Rica.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
$40
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.

M
Marlen
From
Switzerland
Nice and helpful staff. Thank you so much!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,386 reviews
Price from
$60.75
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 464 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: $26.27
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,541 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.
    Guest review by
    Mary
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 464 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.
    Guest review by
    Míša
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $26.27
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,541 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, 517 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.
    Guest review by
    Nick
    Young couple
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