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Casa Pandora Hostel Women Only is situated in San José, within 7.5 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 10 km of Parque Diversiones. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 6 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park. Perfect location near the city center and in a safe area. Right next to many restaurants. Clean and tidy. Helpful staff.

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9.3
Superb
116 reviews
Price from
US$21.42
per night

Situated in San José, 4.7 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, Eco Stay Hostel features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Located around 6.2 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, the hostel with free WiFi is also 9.1 km away from Parque Diversiones. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. Good value for the money you spend

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9.2
Superb
483 reviews
Price from
US$22
per night

At the hostel, all rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower, the units at Ester`s Place have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms come with a balcony. clean and safe neighborhood. working distance to the mall and restaurant. easy to communicate with host staff. large room space with large closet.

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9.4
Superb
125 reviews
Price from
US$60.91
per night

Hospedaje Casa Académica is set in San Pedro, within 6.4 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 7.8 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

The shared bathroom is equipped with a shower and free toiletries. At the hostel all rooms come with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Nice, friendly owner. Very helpful 👍

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9
Superb
10 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

Situated in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 47 km, Gaudy's Hotel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is around 1.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 1.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 5.1 km from Parque Diversiones. Private parking is available on site.

At the hostel, rooms come with a desk. The rooms have a wardrobe. Good people, good breakfast. Close to Tica bus station.

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8.1
Very good
1,357 reviews
Price from
US$16.20
per night

Situated in San José and with La Sabana Metropolitan Park reachable within 6.1 km, Casa Escalante Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is located 7.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, 11 km from Parque Diversiones and 24 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. I loved everything about this place: the location, big capsule beds ( sound proof and privacy), lockers, clean place, fully equipped kitchen, safe and quiet neighbourhood, breakfast with fruits (pineapple, bananas), coffee, milk, cereals (3 types), tea, bread, jam (2 types) and butter. Good value for money (had a last minute deal), close to a big supermarket (10 minutes by walk), the hosts are super friendly. I enjoyed my stay here and I definitely recommend and will be back when I transit San Jose. Thank you! ❤️

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8.3
Very good
860 reviews
Price from
US$12
per night

Located in San José and with La Sabana Metropolitan Park reachable within 5.3 km, Chillout Hostel Barrio Escalante provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. Super cute hostel, extremely clean and smiley staff! Suggested. Also the position is very safe

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8.8
Fabulous
588 reviews
Price from
US$17.82
per night

Set in San José and with Poas National Park reachable within 47 km, NATIVUS Art-Hostel offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is situated 1.1 km from La Sabana Metropolitan Park, 1.6 km from Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and 5.2 km from Parque Diversiones. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests. This establishment is truly delightful! The owner is exceptionally accommodating, and it's evident that she has invested considerable effort and attention into both the establishment and the guests. I would certainly choose to stay here again.

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8.9
Fabulous
935 reviews
Price from
US$19.95
per night

Set in San José, within an 8-minute walk of San Juan de Dios Hospital and 1 km of Metropolitan Hospital Costa Rica, Stray Cat Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is situated 1.4 km from National Theatre of Costa Rica, 5 km from Parque Diversiones and a 15-minute walk from Metropolitan Cathedral. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, and buying tickets for guests. Everything was great, it is very clean, atmosphere is pleasant, breakfast is delicious. Beds are comfortable and city center is about 20 minutes walking distance

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8.4
Very good
337 reviews
Price from
US$16.14
per night

Located in San José, within 4.8 km of La Sabana Metropolitan Park and 6.2 km of Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, awā San José provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 9.2 km from Parque Diversiones, 22 km from Alejandro Morera Soto Stadium and 26 km from Jardin Botanico Lankester. The accommodation offers a concierge service, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

Guests at the hostel can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. Breakfast is vegetarian continental style with pancakes, fresh fruit, toast, yogurt, and granola. Coffee and tea are available all day. Hosts are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and will offer suggestions about where to go and what to do.

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8.5
Very good
285 reviews
Price from
US$72
per night

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