Hostels in San José

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in San José?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in San José is September (£16). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San José is January (£21).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in San José?

The cheapest day to stay in San José is Friday (£13). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is £45.

How much is a hostel in San José tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in San José tonight starting as low as £8, rising to an average cost of £28, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in San José for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in San José?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 53 days before your trip to San José. The lowest price found when booking 53 days ahead was £7 per night.

Cheapest hostels in San José, Costa Rica

At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in San José. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
Avenida 6, Calle 21 y 23, San José, Costa Rica
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£16
Avg. per night
100 Meters West of Escuela De La Roosevelt, San José, Costa Rica
2.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£16
Avg. per night
Avenida 16 A Y Calle 60 A Sabana Sur, San José, Costa Rica
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£28
Avg. per night
Ave 9, Calles 13 Y 15, San José, Costa Rica
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£33
Avg. per night
Paseo Colon, Calle 24 Norte, San José, Costa Rica
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£49
Avg. per night

Other accommodation in San José

San Antonio de Belen Ciudad Cariari, San José, Costa Rica
5.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£79
Avg. per night
Route 27 350 Metros Oeste Multiplaza, San José, Costa Rica
4.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£109
Avg. per night
100 Meters West of Escuela De La Roosevelt, San José, Costa Rica
2.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£16
Avg. per night

Where to stay in San José

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Facts about staying in San José

  • What is the cost of a hostel in San José?

    The average price for a hostel in San José is £128/night. A good hostel deal in San José would be for £14/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £7/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in July, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in August is the cheapest month to book a hostel in San José.

  • What’s the best hostel in San José?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in San José, Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel is currently the best, based on 4,377 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 7.8/10.

  • What hostel is closest to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel is 10.5 mi away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, making it the closest San José hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What area of San José is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighbourhoods throughout San José, 21% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Carmen in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Viajero San José Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in San José closest to Barrio Amón?

    The most popular hostel in San José that’s close to Barrio Amón is Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel. Just 0.7 mi separate Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel from Barrio Amón, the city’s most popular attraction. 4,377 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel a score of 7.8/10.

  • Should I stay in a San José hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to San José on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in San José offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

  • Does San José have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    1 hostel in San José currently have “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel, which is the most popular hostel in San José with this amenity.

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