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Homestays in San José

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Popular with guests booking homestays in San José

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in San José

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 623 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in San José

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in San José

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 394 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in San José

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in San José

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in San José

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in San José

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 946 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in San José

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 571 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in San José

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in San José and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews

Featuring mountain views, Casa Marlui-San José features accommodation with patio, around 11 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Bryan House

Aserrí
Breakfast options

Bryan House is set in Aserrí, 15 km from Parque Diversiones, 29 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium, and 30 km from Jardin Botanico Lankester.

From US$113 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Featuring city views, Lolas Hostal Hab. 2 (Baño Compartido) provides accommodation with a terrace, around 4.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Featuring garden views, Lolas Hostal Hab. Doble (baño privado) offers accommodation with a shared lounge and a patio, around 3.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Boasting city views, Lolas Hostal Apartamento Equipado offers accommodation with a balcony, around 4.3 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

Casa Vilma

San José
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Boasting accommodation with a patio, Casa Vilma is located in San José. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Set in San José, 4.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 6.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Habitacion familiar - Casa Esmeralda offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a patio...

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Habitacion doble delux - Casa Esmeralda is set in San José. It is located 6.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and offers a shared kitchen.

From US$70.06 per night

Save money on homestays in San José and nearby – budget options available

SJO Oasis Hostel

San José
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Situated within 46 km of Poas National Park and 3.6 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, SJO Oasis Hostel in San José features a bar and rooms with free WiFi.

From US$129.95 per night

Set in San José, 4.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 6.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Habitación doble delux - Casa Esmeralda offers a garden and air conditioning.

From US$70.06 per night

Located in San José, 4.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 6.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Habitación triple confort - Casa Esmeralda offers a garden and air conditioning.

From US$79.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Featuring mountain views, Hospedaje Turismo Académico Costa Rica provides accommodation with terrace, around 5.9 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

From US$58.20 per night

Hostel Travesía Urbana

Calle Blancos
Budget options available

Hostel Travesía Urbana is situated in Calle Blancos, 5.8 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 6.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, as well as 8.5 km from Parque Diversiones.

From US$101.70 per night

Hostalito F&F

Tapantí
Budget options available

Situated in Tapantí, the recently renovated Hostalito F&F features accommodation 49 km from Poas National Park and 8.5 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

From US$56.50 per night

Home 333 Habitacion 331

Escazu
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Home 333 Habitacion 331, a property with a garden, is situated in Escazu, 5.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 6.6 km from Parque Diversiones, as well as 20 km from Parque Viva.

From US$80.06 per night

Galeon House

San Rafael
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Located in San Rafael and only 49 km from Poas National Park, Galeon House provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$98.31 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in San José and nearby

Featuring accommodation with a patio, Habitación doble económica - Casa Esmeralda is located in San José. It is set 6.4 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and provides a shared kitchen.

From US$50.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Habitación doble pequeña - Casa Esmeralda is situated in San José.

From US$58.76 per night

Casa Aldaba

San José
Central location

Casa Aldaba, a property with a garden and a bar, is set in San José, 6.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 7.5 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, as well as 11 km from Parque Diversiones.

Casa Aldaba

San José
Central location

Boasting garden views, Casa Aldaba features accommodation with a terrace, around 6.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. This guest house offers accommodation with a balcony.

Carolina hostel

San José
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Set in San José, within 48 km of Poas National Park and 5.5 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Carolina hostel offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$20.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Casa de Piedra Escazú is located in San José, 5.7 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 7.4 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park.

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