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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi
Property grounds
Standard Double Room | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi
Swim-up bar

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is $23
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23

Explore the area

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Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25, San José, San Jose, 10104
  • Place, National Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, National Museum of Costa Rica
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Theater of Costa Rica
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Mountain View | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access | 10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Room, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access

10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Room, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

10 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Pool Access

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Hostel in Catedral
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
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 provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.
Dining options at the hostel include a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hostel's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Each day guests can enjoy a complimentary manager's reception. A computer station is located on site and wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

A business center is on site. This San José hostel also offers an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (USD 5 per day)
  • Limited onsite self 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 center
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: 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 elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Costa Rica Backpackers Hostel San Jose

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Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel San José

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 339 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 339 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 339 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 339 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 339 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfy and affordable. Hot showers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Evan

Disliked: Amenities
N
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

sravanthi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivier

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

guy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hammocks and pool are awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Azhaar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes.. Nice place. Good people helpful staff clean room.y favourite hostel!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Jesus

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Gas station bathrooms, broken common area couches, motel like vibes. Even for $19 is overpriced. $5 more will put you in a better hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATE

Liked: Amenities
A friendly & relaxed welcome, given i was a Very late arrival. I was given a quiet room, which given my late check-in, was Very practical. So that i did not disturb others!! Loverly PuraVida atmosphere. Spent the following day by the pool, aclimatising & watching the 🐦 pool dip. & Had the Pool to my self ...for several swims.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Live the location it was close to the main square and city center, the people working was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan, San Isidro del General

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

JIALIANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room facing the road is a bit noisy at night and early morning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dante

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not Bad

It was fine for the price. Room was dirty but nothing I couldn't handle. Staff is friendly. A restaurant is located inside the establishment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew, Bridgetown

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Drunk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Solo trip

Ok stay, cold showers
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I booked this hostel just to freshen up before a long flight. It’s not centrally located, but it was close to my previous hotel so it worked out. The receptionist wasn’t very welcoming, and there was no shampoo or soap, you have to walk a bit to buy your own. Towels are available if you leave an ID. I booked a 4-bed dorm but got put in a 6-bed one—not a big deal since I wasn’t staying long. The room was hot, and even though a window was open, it didn’t help much. It’s fine for a quick stop, but not ideal for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sephora

Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the swimming pool! Me encantó la piscina!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It very nice and clean. Friendly staff the onlyfans thing they might work is the restaurant, it tales forever to get whatever you orden. I love this place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025