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Hostel Turtle Saving Hostel
CALLE 37 75m south of Restaurant Sapporo, Barrio Escalante, San Jose, 11501 San José, Costa Rica – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 178 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. I felt right at home even though I had just gotten off a long flight. Turtle is in the heart of San Jose so getting around was easy!
United States of AmericaRobert is an amazing host and manager. Teresa was wunderbar! Staying with them is a way to help a priceless turtle saving project. I love what they're doing!
United States of AmericaRobert was amazing! He really helped us find things to do in San Jose before our flight the next day. He also shared interesting stories with us about his own travels. Breakfast was perfect, we really enjoyed the chocolate banana pancakes. Robert also gave us information on the turtle saving volunteer work as well, I definitely would like to go.
Costa RicaRobert is really an amazing person who’s considerate and kind. He helped me plan my trip around Costa Rica so that I would have an opportunity to explore the country without paying higher costs. I was also warned about being downtown San Jose after 8:00 pm it’s unsafe.
United States of AmericaIvan was very friendly and informative gave me great advice as how to spend my time in San Jose
United States of AmericaA very nice hostel In a very nice neighborhood in San Jose for an affordable price especially if you are a solo traveller as you get to meet other people. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful on how to go about in the city and around some cool places in the country. On top of that, the part of the money goes for a very good program in helping the sea turtles along the Costa Rican Coast and educating people on how to protect these endangered creatures. I will highly recommend it.
SeychellesA totally nice, clean & calm accomodation. Staff was 100% supportive. Breakfast and facilities exceeded our expectations. Best place we stayed in Costa Rica by a long shot.
SpainThe breakfast was so great and much better than what most hostels provide. The host was so kind and gave us so many great recommendations for where to eat and what to see. The hostel is in a very safe neighborhood and very close to great restaurants. The hostel is also very clean
United States of AmericaRobert himself made me feel welcome and right at home. Showing me around, helping me book tours, helping to find the perfect place to eat that I would have never found by myself and saving me a lot of money by helping me get money back from a tour operator. Best of it all was talking and working side by side and enjoying his company and presence. Remember to ask about all he is doing for turtles - this is real and not just to look good. This is both a place to stay and to support the good work he does.
DenmarkYoull really like the breakfast and its a great location in San Jose! Ive stayed here before and its the only hostel Ill stay in when Im in San Jose!
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Katherine
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Daniel
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Jordan
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Ingra
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Cesar
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Collin
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Jesser
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Veronika
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Mette
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Charles
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See what guests loved the most:
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Katherine
United States of America“Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. I felt right at home even though I had just gotten off a long flight. Turtle is in the heart of San Jose so getting around was easy!”
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Daniel
United States of America
“Robert is an amazing host and manager. Teresa was wunderbar! Staying with them is a way to help a priceless turtle saving project. I love what they're doing!”
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Jordan
Costa Rica“Robert was amazing! He really helped us find things to do in San Jose before our flight the next day. He also shared interesting stories with us about his own travels. Breakfast was perfect, we really enjoyed the chocolate banana pancakes. Robert also gave us information on the turtle saving volunteer work as well, I definitely would like to go.” Read more
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Ingra
United States of America
“Robert is really an amazing person who’s considerate and kind. He helped me plan my trip around Costa Rica so that I would have an opportunity to explore the country without paying higher costs. I was also warned about being downtown San Jose after 8:00 pm it’s unsafe. ” Read more
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Cesar
United States of America
“Ivan was very friendly and informative gave me great advice as how to spend my time in San Jose”
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Collin
Seychelles“A very nice hostel In a very nice neighborhood in San Jose for an affordable price especially if you are a solo traveller as you get to meet other people. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful on how to go about in the city and around some cool places in the country. On top of that, the part of the money goes for a very good program in helping the sea turtles along the Costa Rican Coast and educating people on how to protect these endangered creatures. I will highly recommend it. ” Read more
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Jesser
Spain“A totally nice, clean & calm accomodation. Staff was 100% supportive. Breakfast and facilities exceeded our expectations. Best place we stayed in Costa Rica by a long shot.”
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Veronika
United States of America
“The breakfast was so great and much better than what most hostels provide. The host was so kind and gave us so many great recommendations for where to eat and what to see. The hostel is in a very safe neighborhood and very close to great restaurants. The hostel is also very clean” Read more
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Mette
Denmark“Robert himself made me feel welcome and right at home. Showing me around, helping me book tours, helping to find the perfect place to eat that I would have never found by myself and saving me a lot of money by helping me get money back from a tour operator. Best of it all was talking and working side by side and enjoying his company and presence. Remember to ask about all he is doing for turtles - this is real and not just to look good. This is both a place to stay and to support the good work he does.” Read more
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Charles
United States of America
“Youll really like the breakfast and its a great location in San Jose! Ive stayed here before and its the only hostel Ill stay in when Im in San Jose!”
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Cafe/Bar Barrio Escalante0 miles
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Restaurant Il Volipino0.1 miles
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Restaurant Mantras0.1 miles
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Cafe/Bar La Bodega0.1 miles
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Restaurant Beer Factory0.2 miles
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Cafe/Bar Un Lugar0.2 miles
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Mountain Irazu Volcano14 miles
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Tobías Bolaños International Airport5.5 miles
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Juan Santamaría International Airport10.6 miles
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Why book with us?
Prices you can't beat!
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The staff speaks English
Booking is safe
Amenities of Turtle Saving Hostel Great facilities! Review score, 9.2
Most popular amenities
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Library
Food & Drink
- Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Street parking
Parking options available
Transportation
- Airport drop-off Additional charge
- Airport pickup Additional charge
Services
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Laundry Additional charge
- Airport shuttle
Safety & security
- Key access
General
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
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This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
- Option to reuse towels
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children over 12 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
The fine print
Please inform Turtle Saving Hostel 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.
FAQs about Turtle Saving Hostel
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The prices at Turtle Saving Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Turtle Saving Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Library
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Guests staying at Turtle Saving Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.9).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Turtle Saving Hostel by:
- Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 1h
- Taxi 1h
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Turtle Saving Hostel (subject to availability):
- Street parking
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Check-in at Turtle Saving Hostel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 AM.
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Turtle Saving Hostel is 1.5 miles from the center of San José.
