Costa Rica Backpackers
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About this property
Located in central San José, Costa Rica Backpackers offers an outdoor pool, gardens, an international restaurant and a communal kitchen with free tea and coffee. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. This functional hostel offers a mix of private rooms and shared dormitories, all with shared bathrooms. Each room has a fan and features views of the gardens. The hostel’s tour desk can arrange a variety of activities, including rafting and bungee jumping. You can also book trips to a turtle sanctuary, the Arenal Volcano or the La Paz Waterfalls. The property also offers an airport shuttle service, 24-hour front desk. Costa Rica Backpackers is located near bars and restaurants of the lively La California district. The National Museum is a 5-minute walk away, while Plaza de la Cultura is a 15-minute walk away. Parking is available on-site. We have a Bar & restaurant called BAR PACKERS. We offer free parking, storage and free coffee from 5am until 2pm, and co-Working access. All our dorm beds have individual USB port, light, curtains and locker. We can accommodate large groups. Your property description is created according to the facilities and amenities you add. It’s then translated into multiple languages. This can increase your bookings because it appeals to all potential guests.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Terrace
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Alpha93
Greece“Pool was present, there was also a bar that you could get food and breakfast there, not included in the price of the accommodation but was decent. Since it's a hostel don't expect fancy rooms or like luxury rooms or beds. Typical hostel beds, etc...” - Pier-anne
Canada“Sure there were a lot of people and it could be noisy at times but it has everything you could ask for from a hostel in a large city, including a very reasonable price point.” 
Rousanova
Russia“cheap, ok location, pool, clean bathrooms and common spaces”- Stephanie
United States“The room was perfect for my friend and I, we had a long day of travel and just needed a good nights sleep. The bathroom was right by us but with the fan running and our sound machine we didn't hear anything. It was very comfortable as well.” - Hillier United States“The staff are very lovely, helpful, and communicative. The food was a delicious introduction into Costa Rican cuisine. There are locks on the door, which made my first hostel experience feel very safe”
- Francisco
Argentina“The hostel is not far away from downtown. It has got a restaurant, a bar and a very nice swimming pool. The bed was very comfortable. Bathrooms were not that clean but perhaps was because of the amount of people that were staying there. The staff...” 
Roxann United States“Restaurant / bar Atmosphere was like a resort Fan in room Starbucks short walk”- Sally United States“Outdoor seating area bar and restaurant. Spacious”
- Ahmed United States“Clean hostel, location good,super nice morning check in staff member”
- Jackson United States“Check in was easy, staff friendly, the the other backpackers where friendly. The location is great. I walked every where. Food, drinks, club all in walking distance.”
Area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineLatin American
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Costa Rica Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
