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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool
20 square metres
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access
25 square metres
4 Twin Bunk Beds
Room sleeps 8 guests
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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access
25 square metres
3 Twin Bunk Beds
Room sleeps 6 guests
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Comfort Room, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access
25 square metres
4 Twin Bunk Beds
Room sleeps 8 guests
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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access
30 square metres
2 Twin Bunk Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access
25 square metres
4 Twin Bunk Beds
Room sleeps 8 guests
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Standard Double Room
20 square metres
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access
25 square metres
2 Twin Bunk Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Mountain View
Room with view
30 square metres
3 Twin Bunk Beds
Room sleeps 6 guests
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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access
30 square metres
3 Twin Bunk Beds
Room sleeps 6 guests
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Get an overview of this hotel
Hostel with business center, walk to National Museum of Costa Rica

Popular property highlights

Free WiFi
Business centre
Laundry facilities
Smoke-free property
24-hour front desk

With a stay at Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel, you'll be centrally located in San José, a 7-minute walk from National Museum of Costa Rica and 13 minutes by foot from National Theater. This hostel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from University of Costa Rica and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Sabana Park.

Make yourself at home in one of the 31 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hostel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hostel's coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Concierge services
  • Total number of rooms - 31
  • Airport transport (surcharge)
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business centre
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Free wired Internet
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Free reception
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Computer station
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Terrace
  • Reception hall

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate dining area

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French
  • Spanish

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Parking (limited spaces)

Room Amenities

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel offers 31 accommodations with safes and ceiling fans. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. This San José hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Ceiling fan
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Separate dining area
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping - once per stay
  • Towels provided
  • Number of bedrooms: 10
  • Number of beds 3
  • Bed sheets not available

Where to Eat

A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel has a restaurant on site.

Nearby Things to do

Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at midnight

Check-out

Check-out time is 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets or service animals allowed

You need to know

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

No cots (infant beds) available

No lifts

Service animals not allowed

Debit cards

Staffed front desk

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is not available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are not available

gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours

Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly

Temperature checks are not available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is not available

Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Fees

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 5 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.

Hotel Names

  • 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

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

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