Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with an outdoor pool, a quick walk to National Museum of Costa Rica

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Restaurant
Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi
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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel offers a vibrant atmosphere near the National Museum. Enjoy the outdoor pool, connect at the daily manager's reception, and gather at the café. The multilingual staff is praised for their helpful service.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 322 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Comfort Room, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
10 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Map
Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25, San José, San Jose, 10104

What's nearby

  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Theater - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Central Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sabana Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station - 5 min walk
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Destileria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Antik Restaurant + Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Valicha - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caccio's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Hostel near National Museum of Costa Rica
Located close to National Theater and University of Costa Rica, Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel provides a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Tour/ticket information, a 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in reception
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and a reception hall
Room features
All guest rooms at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel include thoughtful touches, such as separate dining areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and toilet paper
  • Separate dining areas, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Parking on site (USD 5 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 6 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 28 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: USD 5 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel San Jose
Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel
Costa Rica Backpackers San Jose
Costa Rica Backpackers
Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel San José
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

Self-parking is available for USD 5 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 28 per vehicle applies.

Where is Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel located?

Located in Catedral, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater. University of Costa Rica and Sabana Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). San Jose Procuradiria Museum Station is only a 5-minute walk and San Jose Atlantic Station is 6 minutes.

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